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Sustainability in Oxford: A Student's Guide to Living Green

Luke M. Williams

7 Jun 2026

Oxford is a city that takes sustainability seriously, and as a student living here, you are in a genuinely good position to be part of that. From university-wide commitments to grassroots community projects running just minutes from the city centre, sustainability in Oxford is not just an institutional talking point. It is something you can […]

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International Women's Day: How You Can Celebrate the Women in Your Life

Nausheen Mohideen

3 Mar 2026

As International Women’s Day approaches, it’s time to honour and celebrate the incredible women who shape our lives. From mothers and sisters to friends and colleagues, women play vital roles in every aspect of society. In this blog, we’ll explore meaningful ways to celebrate the women in your life, whether it’s through highlighting their achievements […]

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Universities in Financial Difficulty: Should You Be Worried?

Nausheen Mohideen

18 Dec 2023

In recent times, the higher education landscape has witnessed a wave of financial challenges affecting institutions across the globe. Among the universities in financial difficulty are Sheffield Hallam and Coventry which have understandably raised concerns among students. The question on many students’ minds is, “Should we be worried?”. The short answer is No! In this […]

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A Student's Guide to Celebrating International Men’s Day in the UK

Matthew King

13 Nov 2023

November 19th is International Men’s Day (IMD), a global awareness day that highlights many of the issues that men face daily. This includes topics such as homelessness, parental alienation, abuse, violence, mental health, and suicide, amongst other things. There is a lot of stress in the life of a student, and some male students might […]

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Empowering the Next Generation: Teaching Black History to UK Students

Polly Vodenicharova

4 Oct 2023

We wake up, we walk out of the door, we meet people on the streets, and glance at passers-by. This is existing. We meet, we create friendships, we love, we learn. This is living. We listen, we talk (formally or just as a chit-chat), we share experiences, we learn and educate – ourselves and others. […]

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Everything You Need To Know About The Emergency Alerts System In The UK

Chloe Carr

11 Apr 2023

The UK is testing its new mobile phone “emergency alerts” system this month, which will see millions of phones across the country emitting a loud alarm warning and vibration. Even if your mobile phone is on silent, your phone will beep and vibrate when the message appears. To find out more about why the emergency […]

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World Earth Day | A Guide To All You Need To Know

Mara Van Geffen

3 Apr 2023

Are you getting involved with the celebrations for World Earth Day? We sure hope so! This educational event is celebrated every single year and aims to bring awareness to the current situation we’re all facing with climate change. Want to know more or have any burning questions? Keep reading this full guide to get allllll […]

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The Student Guide: British Politics Explained in 10 Mins

Charlie Coffey

28 Mar 2023

Are you a student wanting to know more about the British political system but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place! Within this guide we’ll be focusing on the different political parties, famous Political leaders from each party, who can vote in the UK, how our political system works and why, […]

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Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education

Chloe Carr

9 Sep 2022

Here at Homes for Students like the rest of the UK we’re grieving the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the country’s longest-serving monarch. As you will have heard, she passed away at Balmoral Castle on the 8th of September – may she rest in peace. Over her 70-year reign, the Queen had a long relationship with […]

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Has TikTok Changed the Music Industry Forever?

Matthew King

11 Aug 2022

The TikTok music industry angle is a part of finding new talent that has emerged in recent years and doesn’t show any sign of slowing down. The platform is changing the industry but is this the future and is it a good or bad impact? Well, that’s what we’re here to discuss. If you […]

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