Checklist for international students after arriving at Teesside University

It’s that time of year again when all of you international students are preparing to say goodbye to your family and friends and embark on new adventures. If you’re anything like me and if you are planning to move to England from abroad, then you’ll understand that establishing a new life away from your familiar … Continue reading “Checklist for international students after arriving at Teesside University”

A look inside the vivacious history of Middlesbrough’s pubs and clubs

Middlesbrough is well known for its thriving pub and club culture, dating back to the early days of the modern town, and continuing into the present day. Teesside University student Katy Parsons has been working to preserve Middlesbrough’s pub and club  heritage and thanks to a recent partnership with Heritage Unlocked and Teesside Archives, she … Continue reading “A look inside the vivacious history of Middlesbrough’s pubs and clubs”

6 LGBTQ+ books to read this Pride Month and forever

Like so many other artistic mediums, literature too has played an incredibly important role in documenting stories about the LGBTQ+ community. Queer literature has been hugely important in terms of bringing forth narratives and stories that go largely unnoticed in the mainstream. Today, we live in an era of social media, where everything is instantly … Continue reading “6 LGBTQ+ books to read this Pride Month and forever”

How to ace a job interview

Students, it’s that time of the year again, when lots of you will be looking for employment. But we know that landing your first graduate job can be challenging. Here are some top tips that will help you ace a job interview like a pro. Be proactive — The best advice I can give you … Continue reading “How to ace a job interview”

10 homemade drinks that’ll keep you refreshed this summer

Spring has finally sprung, and if you’re anything like me you’ll be looking forward to the sunny weather that’s on the horizon. It’s almost time to ditch the hot tea and coffee and turn to refreshing thirst quenchers that will see you through the warmer weather that we’re treated to this year! Follow along for … Continue reading “10 homemade drinks that’ll keep you refreshed this summer”