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My top 5 (COVID friendly!) themed flat-nights

Having a themed night within your flat is one of the best ways to break up the days and bond with your new flatmates. I really enjoy them personally and some of my favourite university memories are from themed flat nights. They’re also a really great way to stay safe and socially-distanced whilst still partaking…

Student in halls

My experience in halls

Like most people, I lived in student halls for my first year at University, but also decided to stay for my second and third too. I know this opportunity isn’t offered at every university, but I’m grateful Sheffield Hallam do as it’s been the best choice for me. This has provided me with a greater…

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Top three tips for finding accommodation on placement

If you’re reading this, you’re probably halfway through your application for your future placement, killed that phone interview and you’re seriously thinking to move to a completely new city to embark on probably one of the most exciting adventures after freshers week. Yes, it is equally exciting and scary, but you’ll soon learn that the…

Finding accommodation part 1 – choosing who to live with

By Laura Dowson, BA (Hons) Illustration.  I’m definitely leaving this blog post a little too late, but perhaps not for a few people! Some of my friends are STILL on the lookout for their student accommodation for their third year. A couple are unsure about whether they have secured a placement year and a couple…