In today’s digital age, most of us rely on tech devices like smartphones, laptops, or tablets whenever we’re on the go. They offer a convenient way to stay connected with friends and family, manage finances and shop online, get directions, and access important work or school emails and documents. Unfortunately, students with expensive equipment can … Continue reading “5 security tips to keep your personal devices safe”
Category: STUDENT LIFE
5 ways to make friends at university
Embarking on your university journey can be a daunting experience, and making friends is often one of the biggest concerns for new students. The truth is a lot of people will be feeling the same way as you. And in even better news, there are lots of ways to forge great friendships and kickstart your … Continue reading “5 ways to make friends at university”
How to find the right society for you
Student societies. You’ve probably heard a lot about them, but what exactly are they? Why should you join? And with over 60 to choose from, how do you find the right one for you? Nick Rodgers, from Teesside University’s Students’ Union, answers your questions. Guest blog: Nick Rodgers Societies are extracurricular social groups which bring … Continue reading “How to find the right society for you”
7 fashion trends to elevate your university wardrobe this autumn
A fashion trend captures the popular culture of the moment, and can be shaped by everything from historical events to celebrities. When we hear the phrase ‘it’s a new trend’, we’re all keen to investigate what it is and who or what started it. And although fashion trends have existed for centuries, the advent of … Continue reading “7 fashion trends to elevate your university wardrobe this autumn”
8 study spots on campus
Finding the perfect study spot is a real-life Goldilocks moment. It needs to be just right, and ‘just right’ looks different for different people. Some need a constant murmur of background noise, while others require complete silence. There’s the ones who need to be surrounded by colour and those who want to stare at a … Continue reading “8 study spots on campus”
Celebrating our women in engineering
International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), which is marked on June 23, celebrates the contribution to engineering from amazing women across the world. At Teesside University, we’re proud of the many incredible women who have chosen a career in engineering. We spoke a few of those who have forged successful engineering careers to share their … Continue reading “Celebrating our women in engineering”
9 tips for spring cleaning a student kitchen
No matter how you frame it or how many times you do it, it’s difficult to motivate yourself to do housework – nevertheless, it needs to be done. And research shows a good spring clean can actually leave you feeling calmer, happier and more focused. It’s all about a tidy space and a tidy mind. … Continue reading “9 tips for spring cleaning a student kitchen”
Common essay mistakes to avoid
You’ve probably read tonnes of blogs offering their top tips for writing a winning essay. So, we thought we’d put the dos to one side for now and focus on the don’ts. We spoke to the Student and Library Services team to get the lowdown on the most common essay mistakes and, most importantly, how … Continue reading “Common essay mistakes to avoid”
Top tips for studying during Ramadan
Ramadan takes place on the ninth month in the Islamic calendar and is one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. It’s a time for spiritual reflection, worship and fasting from sunrise to sunset. This year Ramadan is expected to begin on Sunday 10 March, depending on the sighting of the moon, and … Continue reading “Top tips for studying during Ramadan”
The Open Book Club
World Book Day is just around the corner, and Talking Teesside has teamed up with Robyn and Amy from The Open Book Club to share a few of their recent literary favourites. The Open Book Club founders also share more about their increasingly popular series of monthly book club reading meet-ups and social events. We’re … Continue reading “The Open Book Club”