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Argos store launches inside Sainsbury’s Fallowfield

Argos store launches inside Sainsbury’s Fallowfield

A new Argos store has recently launched inside the Sainsbury’s Fallowfield supermarket. The store, which opened in late August, will allow customers a convenient place to pick up items they have ordered from Argos online. 20,000 of Argos’ online products are reported to be available for same day collection in store. Gareth Toms, Store Manager […]
How UniDosh will help you make some easy money

How UniDosh will help you make some easy money

Joseph Black, co-founder of UniDosh, details how this easy-to-use app will ease those money blues
Student to bring global anti-poverty campaign to Manchester

Student to bring global anti-poverty campaign to Manchester

The student hopes to engage the local community in the fight against poverty
Another ‘unconventional’ gap year

Another ‘unconventional’ gap year

Alex Hope recounts his memorable experience as an anti-poaching ranger for rhinos and the challenges he faced whilst living in South Africa
‘Tinder’ for flatmates

‘Tinder’ for flatmates

‘Campusboard’ launches a new flat-share feature that helps university students find flatmates and spare rooms with just a few clicks
To the sober student

To the sober student

Aneesa Piracha describes how she navigates her social life as a sober student at university
How to make a complaint – the right way

How to make a complaint – the right way

Thinking of making a complaint, but unsure of the process?
How to hygge: a student abroad’s guide

How to hygge: a student abroad’s guide

Deadlines and bad weather got you down? Calypso April explains the Danish concept of ‘hygge’ and how to apply it to your everyday life
Universities warned strike action could affect summer exams

Universities warned strike action could affect summer exams

Summer examinations and graduation ceremonies could be disrupted by extended staff strikes
What to do if you are dissatisfied with your university home

What to do if you are dissatisfied with your university home

Living in private accommodation, and unhappy with your living conditions? You aren’t alone! Here are some general tips on how you can better your situation
Withington to host community litter pick

Withington to host community litter pick

Students are being encouraged by the civic society to participate in the event
Fallowfield fights back

Fallowfield fights back

As students lose faith in the protective forces of the law, an event at University Place aims to reverse the tide of crime in Fallowfield and beyond
Top 5 Pancake Day spots

Top 5 Pancake Day spots

With Pancake Day right around the corner, we have a look at some of the best spots to celebrate it
The widening gap between SU Exec officers and students

The widening gap between SU Exec officers and students

They represent a 40,000-strong student body, yet many struggle to recall their names or what they do
Jacob Rees-Mogg’s UWE event disrupted

Jacob Rees-Mogg’s UWE event disrupted

Chaos broke out after the event the MP was speaking at was disrupted by anti-fascist demonstrators
Renters’ union Acorn could help students fight back against ‘rogue landlords’

Renters’ union Acorn could help students fight back against ‘rogue landlords’

Acorn, a renters’ union fighting the national housing crisis, launched its new branch in Manchester on Tuesday evening
The art of the weekender bag

The art of the weekender bag

Using these simple tips, you’ll be on your way to a lighter bag and an easier journey
Student burglary victim feels sidelined

Student burglary victim feels sidelined

“Lots of students don’t feel safe walking home and for good reason”, says burglary victim
An unconventional gap year

An unconventional gap year

Aisha Rodriguez discusses how you could get involved with ICS, a government-funded programme, which aims to meaningfully help developing countries
Art on exchange: Copenhagen’s best exhibitions in 2017

Art on exchange: Copenhagen’s best exhibitions in 2017

Calypso April, a student abroad, talks of her experiences in Copenhagen’s thriving art scene