Student Life

Coastal town to Capital City

Posted on 15 July 2021 by Miah

What was it like for me to move from a coastal town in the south coast of England to the capital city of Wales? I thought the move for me wouldn’t be a big step but living in a city compared to a coastal town, there are always challenges and differences. Luckily for me, Cardiff
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The Best Vegan Cafes/Restaurants in Cardiff

Posted on 7 July 2021 by Miah

Throughout my first year of university, I visited a few and ordered from a range of restaurants that have great vegan options! My favourite place to order from was by far Barburrito. They had incredible range for meat eaters and vegans alike. It was very easy to order online on Deliveroo with the drop down
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The 5 Best Volunteering Opportunities in Cardiff

Posted on 26 June 2021 by Tommy

When leaving university to look for a job, employers are always seeking to hire individuals that have showed that they’re willing to work. And there’s no better way to prove that than through undertaking a volunteering role! Not only does volunteering give you more experience with performing in the working world but it also provides
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Cardiff Student Heroes: Adelina-Mihaela Halchin

Posted on 25 June 2021 by Ellie

Psychology PhD student Adelina-Mihaela Halchin recently won an award for her incredible work as a Residence Life Assistant (RLA) where she passionately sought to deliver a quality experience to fellow Cardiff University students in halls of residences and helped to establish the new role of a Senior RLA. Having worked as an RLA since 2018,
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Cardiff Student Heroes: Ellis Lloyd Jones

Posted on 23 June 2021 by Ellie

Welsh TikTok sensation, Ellis Lloyd Jones, has not only spent the last year spreading joy to his 189,000 followers, but has been working with Welsh government to help them stay informed and pandemic-safe in the process The BA Welsh student has been balancing his studies alongside a number of exciting collaborations with everyone from the
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Myfyrio ar ôl Blwyddyn yn Cwblhau Gradd Ymsang

Posted on 17 June 2021 by Shôn

Bydd y rhai ohonoch sydd wedi darllen fy mlogiau eraill yn gwybod fy mod wedi treulio’r flwyddyn academaidd 2020/21 yn cwblhau gradd ymsang mewn Ffarmacoleg. Gradd ychwanegol yw gradd ymsang, fel arfer gradd Baglor mewn Gwyddoniaeth, sy’n cael ei chwblhau rhwng blynyddoedd 3 a 4 neu blynyddoedd 4 a 5 o’r cwrs Meddygaeth yng Nghaerdydd.
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Supermarkets in Cardiff!

Posted on 16 June 2021 by Miah

Shopping for yourself is something new you have to do at uni, in this blog, I will break down all the available supermarkets that are near the Cardiff University residence halls! There are five main supermarkets that are close to the accommodations and multiple Co-ops and little Tescos. Most accommodations are very close to the
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Top 5 Coffee Shops to do work in

Posted on 5 June 2021 by Rowenna

Exam season can be a daunting time, especially when you have to work in your room or your kitchen as this is not always a quiet space where it is easy to study – especially considering we’ve spent so long in our houses this year! Here is a list of the top five coffee shops
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10 hidden gems in Cardiff

Posted on 4 June 2021 by Jess

With some restrictions easing, I wanted to write a blog about the 10 hidden gems available in Cardiff so you have some ideas of where you can go to socialise with friends and family. Before going to any of these please check the current COVID-19 restrictions.  Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery The Uncommon Ground Coffee Roastery
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