With the New Year upon us, many of us are thinking about our old routines and maybe making way for some new habits – like running. Maybe you’re aiming to run your first 5k, 10k, even marathon this year. But if you’ve never really ran before, it can be a little daunting. Thankfully, there are … Continue reading “11 tips to help you get into running”
What’s On in Middlesbrough – Christmas Edition 🎄
‘Tis the season to be busy. Fa-la-la-la-la, la-la-la-la. And there’s lots happening across Middlesbrough this month to help you celebrate the holiday season. Read on for our top picks of events and activities that are sure to give you, your family and your friends all the festive feels. Snowman Trail | 1 December – 7 … Continue reading “What’s On in Middlesbrough – Christmas Edition 🎄”
Making invisible disabilities visible
Many people with disabilities receive a diagnosis as children or teenagers, but what’s it like to be diagnosed later in life? And how do you come to terms with that? According to research by Scope, up to 80% of those registered as disabled have a hidden disability. That’s up to 10m people in the UK – … Continue reading “Making invisible disabilities visible”
Staying fit and healthy this flu season
We’re all too familiar with flu by now – fever, runny nose, sneezing, coughing, aches – and catching it can feel inevitable once the cold weather hits. So, we caught up with Occupational Health Advisor for Teesside University Andrea Campbell to learn more about her tried and tested tips for avoiding it and staying fit … Continue reading “Staying fit and healthy this flu season”
42 questions with a forensic anthropologist
Talking Teesside has launched a series in which special guests share the inside scoop on their lives and work by answering 42 questions. Hear from renowned forensic anthropologist Professor Tim Thompson, Dean of the School of Health & Life Sciences at Teesside University, in the first episode. We’ll be covering: what skeletons can teach us … Continue reading “42 questions with a forensic anthropologist”
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”
5 motivational studygram accounts to follow
Aaahh studygram – my Instagram happy place. It’s where stationery addicts, mind map enthusiasts and revision extraordinaires come together to share study tips, organisation advice and encouragement. And as the academic year comes to a start, and we students turn our attention to impending lectures, assessments and exams, that’s exactly what we’re looking for. So, … Continue reading “5 motivational studygram accounts to follow”
Unpacking my summer abroad in Prague
A summer abroad calls for students at this time of year, and Teesside University’s exciting programmes provide opportunities to explore new places, boost skills, build friendships and make some core memories. Here, we join journalism student Ella as she unpacks her trip to Prague… Guest blog: Ella Wilson Ella recently embarked on a new adventure … Continue reading “Unpacking my summer abroad in Prague”
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”
On your marks for two big events coming up for runners
Across Teesside, runners of all ages are following exercise regimes, prepping their sports kits and limbering up for two major events taking place next month. Hundreds of runners will take to the streets on Sunday, 3 September, for the Middlesbrough 10k. This major event in Teesside’s running calendar is closely followed by the Great North Run, … Continue reading “On your marks for two big events coming up for runners”