Statement on the UK Race Riots
As a charity that promotes international friendship and belonging, we have been saddened to witness the violent riots across the UK in recent days. The...
International Students House
International Students House receives Gold Award for Sustainability
We are delighted to have received the Gold Award from Greengage ECOsmart Hotels and Venue accreditation in 2024! Working to become more environmentally sustainable is...
Razan Abbara
I have a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy and a Master‘s in Microbiology, Haematology and Immunology. I worked as a Lecturer in Microbiology in Syria before coming...
The Power of Self-Care: 10 Practical Tips for Prioritizing Your Mental Health
Prioritising mental health is a journey that requires continuous effort. In the same way, our bodies need fuel, rest, and movement to function well, our...
Perks and challenges of life in a multicultural city
‘When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford.’ — Samuel Johnson London is...
Spotlight on Penny Evans – IWD Feature
Penny, our Registrar at ISH is one of our long-serving staff members. She has been an integral part of our community, bringing warmth, kindness, and...
Women in STEM: Q & A with Alaa Zam
Alaa is an inspiring resident at International Students House (ISH), and she shares her experiences as a woman pursuing a career in science....
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 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...