Laura Pennicott has come a long way since her days as a Wildcats cheerleader during her studies at Teesside University. It was there that she discovered her passion and met her husband, Lewis. The pair went on to establish Evolution Athletics, a cheer team based in the North East, which has reached new heights and … Continue reading “How I discovered cheerleading, pursued my passion and met my husband at Teesside University”
Category: STUDENT LIFE
Brengle is ‘top dog’ at Teesside University
A very popular Golden Retriever has been awarded an ‘Honorary Dogtorate’ by Teesside University for his unwavering services to student mental health and wellbeing. Brengle visits the University’s Middlesbrough campus on a weekly basis alongside his owner Naomi Kelly, who is the University’s faith advisor and Salvation Army captain. Often, students are away from home for … Continue reading “Brengle is ‘top dog’ at Teesside University”
What’s on at the Students’ Union | March
We’re all set for another exciting month of events at Teesside University Students’ Union. Whether you’re looking to take in some scenery with a trip to the Lake District or to try your luck at the St Patrick’s Special Bongo’s Bingo event, there’s plenty of opportunities to step out of the classroom and socialise this … Continue reading “What’s on at the Students’ Union | March”
9 tips for managing your budget
Making a budget – and sticking to it – isn’t always easy, but it’s well worth your time. Whether you’re looking to change your spending habits or need to manage a reduced income at university, it’s always a good idea to work out your budget. It’s surprising to see how many things you spend money … Continue reading “9 tips for managing your budget”
Talking Teesside and the quirks of our local lingo
Now then! Yerjokinarnyer. Worritisright. Knoworrameanlike… Whether you’re new to Teesside or you’ve lived in this fine region all your life, one thing that is certain – there’s no mistaking that familiar Teesside twang. Like every region, Teesside has its own rich dialect, and our location, nestled along the North-East coast, has led to the Teesside … Continue reading “Talking Teesside and the quirks of our local lingo”
11 ways to eat healthily on a budget
Eating a balanced diet isn’t always easy – particularly when you’re on a budget. Nutritious food can be expensive, and with the increased cost of living, you might be feeling the pinch more than ever before. But the good news is, there are ways you can save money and still eat well. By making a … Continue reading “11 ways to eat healthily on a budget”
Striking a healthy balance between work and uni life
Being a student isn’t cheap. Whether it’s keeping up with rent, buying that textbook for your next module, forking out on travel expenses, or simply enjoying the niceties in life – the costs quickly add up. That’s why many students decide to get themselves a part-time job alongside their studies. Being a full-time student can … Continue reading “Striking a healthy balance between work and uni life”
What’s on at the Students’ Union | February
We all know how important the academic side of university is, but it’s also important to make time away from your studies to step out and socialise. And where better to do that than at our Students’ Union? There’s lots happening this month, whether you’re looking for a day trip or a night out, so we’ve … Continue reading “What’s on at the Students’ Union | February”
10 surprising things you can find on campus 
From a massage clinic to a police station, Teesside University certainly has a lot to offer. In fact, whether you’re a fresher or a returning student, you might not have had chance to see everything just yet. So, join us as we look at 10 surprising facilities you can find right here on campus… … Continue reading “10 surprising things you can find on campus ”
5 things you can do to stop procrastinating and start studying
Procrastination is a common challenge for many students. It’s easy to put assignments off until the last minute, which in almost all cases results in frantically cramming to meet deadlines. You know the score – each time we tell ourselves, “That was stressful, I’m not doing that again”, until we find ourselves in the same … Continue reading “5 things you can do to stop procrastinating and start studying”