It’s International Students Day!
November 17 is marked around the world as a celebration of international students. Leaving your home, family, friends, and comfort zone to pursue an education...
January 2024
January Exams and Christmas fun – finding the balance
The longest year ever is finally coming to an end and the temptation in December is to shut down the laptop, hide the books and...
Things they never tell you: You need more than a degree
If you’re coming to the end of your degree program and wondering how to penetrate today’s competitive labor market given the increasing number of emerging...
The Impact of Social Media on Student Life
Social media has become a vital part of our everyday lives in the digital age, particularly for students navigating the ever-changing world. Platforms like Instagram,...
A Students Guide to Networking and Building Professional Relationships
In the professional world the significance of networking is really important. As a student, mastering the art of connecting with others in your field can...
Building Belonging and Inclusion for International Students Workshop
On Tuesday I got the chance to attend a workshop hosted by a former ISH resident Aneeza Pervez (now based in the University of Nottingham)...
Winter Wellness – How to Maintain Physical and Mental Well-being during the Winter
As the winter season blankets the world in snow and chilly temperatures, it’s essential to prioritize your well-being to thrive during these colder months. Winter...
The Revision Diet: Brain-Boosting Foods and Drinks
It’s that time of the year when you start questioning why you ever registered for that course in the first place. Final assignment deadlines, exams...
Packing for University
Packing for university can be one of the hardest parts before traveling. Many times, you might not even know what to take or what you...
5 Pros to Having a Roommate
Many international students get nervous at the thought of sharing a room with a stranger. After all, there are bound to be differences in language,...