My alarm usually goes off at 7 AM. I’m not a morning person, but do I snooze it? No—because I believe in starting the day with unstoppable optimism (and also because I know I’ll regret it later). There’s something magical about waking up to good weather—by which I mean the …
When people picture postgraduate life at a prestigious university like the University of Edinburgh, they might imagine long hours in the library, deep intellectual discussions, and an endless supply of coffee. While some of that is true, the reality is a mix of academic rigor, personal challenges and moments of …
Hi everyone! My name is Kwekwe, (my friends call me Kwe squared or Kwe to the power 2 – it is a fun play on mathematics and my name!). I am currently pursuing MSc in Africa and International Development, a programme under the School of Social and Political Science at …
Blog by Gia Greetings to all my lovely readers! This is truly a wonderful opportunity to introduce myself to a whole new world of interesting people and to be able to gain insights from individuals thereby enriching each other. A big shout out to the Student Ambassadorship team for having …
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 …
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 …
Semester 1 coming to an end means only one thing: exams are looming… But it’s not all doom and gloom! Our student writer, Ita, provides an insight into exam time in Edinburgh. Welcome to my day! 8am: wake up, do some morning yoga, go for a walk. I love to …
