I once asked a young doctor why he chose the medical profession, and his response was “I knew I wanted to be doctor before I could comprehend what the word was.” I stood there wondering – what passion! It was not the kind of response I was expecting. Volunteering feels …
Picture this: returning to school after an 8-year hiatus, crossing continents, and settling into a city you have always dreamt of exploring—where every corner feels like the start of a new adventure! Well, my name is Diana, and this is my reality. Growing up as a young girl from Ghana, …
Blog by Shirley Office Hours are one of the most valuable yet under-explained and underused resources available at university. For me personally, Office Hours have been a game changer that made my academic journey in my first and second year less overwhelming and much more exciting to navigate, and I …
Looking to try out a new society this term? Ash shares their guide to student societies at the University of Edinburgh, from academic and creative opportunities to sports! Blog by Ash When I first started at the university, I was not only overwhelmed with the sudden realisation of starting my …
Getting ready for Semester 2? Harini shares her guide to navigating academic reading lists, from planning your time efficiently to mastering different reading techniques. Blog by Harini As a History and Politics student, keeping up with the extensive reading lists can sometimes feel like an impossible task. From dense academic …
Blog by Martha C The winter months can be a challenging time, especially with the lack of sunlight and cold weather in Edinburgh! However, trying to get into the Christmas spirit can help to distract from this, and festive activities provide a perfect break from studying for end of semester …
Blog by Priyanka The dark, cold winters this time of year might feel gloomy at first, but luckily, the city’s shiny lights and festive atmosphere are fast-appearing to brighten up your spirits! If you’re looking for some jolly ways to build your Xmas cheer this year, then you’ve come to …
Blog by Michael In a time when many students’ youth is marked by the ongoing climate and nature emergencies, we all need to think about how we can live more sustainably. Whilst many of the courses available here at SPS talk about the big, systematic solutions to the climate emergency, …
Blog by Harini With three major assignments due back-to-back in the same week, I had no choice but to test the limits of my stress management and time-balancing skills. Between pulling all-nighters, squeezing in student ambassador shifts, and meal prepping to keep myself fuelled, it was a week that pushed …
Blog by Harini Hello, my name is Harini Satheesh, and I’m thrilled to join the SPS blog as a new writer. Currently in my second year of pursuing a degree in History and Politics, I’ve long been passionate about understanding how nations have interacted across time. My love for history …
