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How to find the best housemates

How to find the best housemates

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Finding the right housemates can be challenging, however, these tips should help you consider the decision from all angles before committing to a specific group of housemates. This blog aims […]

The Cardiff house hunt: How to make the most of resources

The Cardiff house hunt: How to make the most of resources

Posted on 13 November 2023 by Jasmine

Looking for a student house can be stressful, especially when balancing your budget between saving money and good accommodation. In fact, there are many useful services through the university that […]

Heartfelt Connections: Conquering Homesickness in Cardiff

Heartfelt Connections: Conquering Homesickness in Cardiff

Posted on 8 November 2023 by Lydia

When I'm in my room at Cardiff University, I sometimes feel a bit homesick and miss my hometown. I miss my friends' laughter and the smell of home-cooked meals. But […]

How I coped with transitions at University as an international student!

How I coped with transitions at University as an international student!

Posted on 31 October 2023 by Muskaan

It's true that living at University, especially as an international student, is full of rollercoasters. No matter how hard we try, there are stressors around us all and we can't […]

Quiet Courage: A New Student’s Exploration of Introversion at Cardiff University

Quiet Courage: A New Student’s Exploration of Introversion at Cardiff University

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

In a society that often extols the virtues of extroversion, Susan Cain's TED Talk, "The Power of Introverts," stands as a testament to the remarkable talents and abilities introverts bring […]

Embracing World Mental Health Day: Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing Support at Cardiff University

Embracing World Mental Health Day: Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing Support at Cardiff University

Posted on 18 October 2023 by Lydia

On this World Mental Health Day, let's not only celebrate Cardiff University's academic and career support but also shine a light on its profound commitment to the health and wellbeing […]

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-2

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-2

Posted on 16 October 2023 by Muskaan

Student life in the UK can range anywhere from hectic to joyful to busy to relaxed and on most days, it is a rollercoaster that has a little bit of […]

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-1

Apps to have if you are a student in the UK! Part-1

Posted on 16 October 2023 by Muskaan

Living in a new country leads to having to find out about new cultures, new places, new way of living and so much more, all by yourself. If you are […]

Things to do in Cardiff in autumn

Things to do in Cardiff in autumn

Posted on 4 October 2023 by Jasmine

Autumn can be a really special time. With the air getting more crisp and the colour of the leaves changing comes a new academic year. For those new to Cardiff […]

More small things that you can do to be more sustainable

More small things that you can do to be more sustainable

Posted on 4 October 2023 by Jasmine

In reflection on my previous blog on small things that you can do to be more sustainable as a Cardiff University student, I've found five more tips that I try […]