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...
International Students House
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...
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 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...