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You might know a bit about Manchester’s LGBTQ+ historical figures already, you would have definitely heard about Alan Turing and Emmeline Pankhurst, but you might not know about Henry Stokes and Allan Horsfall. If you’d like to know more about where you can find out about Manchester’s rich history, here are five places you can get…
After 2022 and 2023, I realised I felt exhausted and burnt out from dealing with newness around PhD life as well as health challenges. I noticed one of the things that triggered this was that my habitual pace could only be describes as ‘very rushed’. I didn’t feel intentional with how I was doing things, I…
Everybody knows that being a university student is expensive. It’s a running joke that we love to spend our student loans on things you would be stretched to call a necessity, be that clothes, cappuccinos or coconut cupcakes. But the reality is that we are living through a cost of living crisis, and for many of us…
Written by Grace Livesey My volunteering role: Giving back to your community is super important, especially considering the diverse array of opportunities available in Manchester. Whether it’s through volunteering your time or leveraging your skills, there’s always a role where you can make a meaningful contribution. During my first year, I started as a content…
The year before I came to university was one of the most challenging experiences of my life. Not only was it the beginning of my social transition in my final year of sixth form, but my friends at the time had forgotten my 18th birthday. My mental health was rapidly declining, made worse by the…
Written by Maya Pollock 1. Fresher’s week isn’t the ‘be all and end all’ of your social life. At the start of university there is an immense amount of pressure to go out every night, constantly putting your best self forward. I learnt that it was okay to take time for myself to rejuvenate and…
Dear Me, You’ve made it this far, whatever happens next is a bonus. The first experience in life where you have become independent from home has been a tough one, but there has been plenty of enjoyment during your time here too. I know you’re feeling anxious about your results and what is next for…
Embarking on a journey to live in a foreign country is an enriching experience, but it also comes with its fair share of cultural shocks. As a Chinese student new to Manchester, a vibrant and diverse city in the United Kingdom, I’ve encountered numerous eye-opening moments that have reshaped my understanding of British culture. Here…
With the January exam season coming to an end, it’s time to prepare for a familiar yet unique challenge – reintegrating into regular life at university. Semester 2 awaits, offering a fresh start and new opportunities. However, navigating this transition can prove to be more demanding than it appears. Firstly, it’s typical to require more…
Whether you’ve just completed Veganuary, are a seasoned plant-based foodie or simply veg-curious, Manchester’s vegan options are endless. Despite the fantastic range of choice, in my three years in the city, I’ve managed to sample quite a few options. Here are a few of my favourites. Purezza I’ve tried a lot of vegan pizza, and…
The festive season over December often sees many indulgences as well as time away from work…or at least trying to do the latter. As opportunity-filled and exciting as academia can be, the pressure to not switch off and taking a break from your screen/desk can be a real work culture challenge. It can be full…
Whether you are someone who finds themselves clubbing every weekend or just on special occasions it is still so important to understand not only the dangers that come along with night time culture but also ways that you can keep yourself safe to ensure the best night possible. In a vibrant city like Manchester, where…
Being a postgraduate student in a new city is exciting, but it can also be a lonely one. At least when I returned to Manchester to study it was for me. I had no interest in the student LGBT+ activities I’d enjoyed in my undergraduate days, and lived alone rather than in halls and so…
It can be very easy to get stuck around campus when you have some focused work to complete, or you are getting down to some focused writing. To take a break away from stuffy office spaces and the crowded libraries, here are a few recommendations of my favourite places to visit as alternatives. Chapter One…
Now that reading week is a distant memory and the semester is resuming with its academic rigour, you’ve probably started thinking about your living situation for next year. Whether you’re now a seasoned pro, having gone through the process last year or a few times before, or in first year navigating the process for the…