Posts by Mara Van Geffen

Food Reading

Quirky Bars In Reading To Visit On Your Day Off

Mara Van Geffen

2 Mar 2025

Dreaming of kicking back and relaxing, with a fresh pint in your hand? If so, we feel you. There’s nothing more rewarding than slugging away in the library all day and knowing you’re treating yourself afterwards. Whether that’s to a delicious meal at your fave restaurant, or a night on the town with your pals, […]

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Student Life Tips and Tricks University

Packing For University: The Ultimate First Year Checklist

Mara Van Geffen

1 Aug 2023

Calling all first year students, this is your ultimate checklist for what to pack if you’re heading to university. If you’ve landed on this page then we’re pretty sure you’re stuck on what to take to uni – right? There’s SO much to think about when it comes to packings, like what to bring for […]

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Sports and Wellbeing Tips and Tricks

World Health Day | 14 Small Changes To Become More Eco-Friendly At Uni

Mara Van Geffen

14 Mar 2023

World Health Day 2023 will focus on the theme, ‘Health for All,’ and will mark the 75th anniversary of the World Health Organization (WHO). Taking place on April 7th, the focus is on looking back at how public health has improved during the last seven decades and to tackle the health challenges of today ̶ and tomorrow. […]

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Leisure Nightlife Student Life Bristol

The Student Guide: 10 Best Cocktail Bars In Bristol You Need To Try

Mara Van Geffen

24 Oct 2022

It comes as no surprise that Bristol is the prime location for cocktail bars – it’s literally renowned for having one of the most vibrant nightlife’s in the UK. Maybe you’re studying here for uni, or just visiting your pals for the weekend? If so, cocktails are the best way to socialise with those you […]

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Student Life Tips and Tricks University

Hacks To Cope With University Deadline Stress | The Student Guide

Mara Van Geffen

22 Apr 2022

It’s coming up to that time of the year when deadlines are looming and you’re expected to hand in tens of thousands of deadlines. Who has the time?! Managing deadline stress is so important to ensure you don’t fall behind and provide work that is not up to standard. Many students experience it towards the […]

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Sports and Wellbeing

How To Talk To Someone Who Is Depressed | Your Helpful Guide

Mara Van Geffen

25 Mar 2022

Depression is a spectrum that something that affects thousands of students. Depression can vary from persistent low moods to suicidal thoughts and ultimately suicide. It’s a serious condition. Like all mental health, depression is not to be taken lightly or trivialised. Despite there being a 450% increase in mental health declarations amongst students, almost half of students […]

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Student Life Guildford

University Of Surrey | Courses, Student Life and More Uncovered

Mara Van Geffen

15 Feb 2022

Nestled in the heart of Guildford, the University of Surrey is a prestigious university with lots of raving reviews from many students. Thanks to the internet, student forums and lots of research, we’re here to give you a full roundup on everything you could *possibly* ever want to know about the uni itself. Our aim […]

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Food Bristol

12 Vegan Restaurants In Bristol To Pop On Your Bucket List!

Mara Van Geffen

21 Jan 2022

We’re nearly at the end of Veganuary 2022 and honestly, it’s been a whirlwind. From learning how to incorporate the right proteins and carbs, to voraciously reading labels and wondering if what you’re eating is actually fully Vegan, this past month has been crazy but in the most positive way possible! Cooking vegan food for […]

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Food

8 Quick And Easy Vegan Meals To Cook After A Long Day

Mara Van Geffen

8 Nov 2021

If you’ve landed on this page then you’re probably, or most definitely, looking for super tasty, easy vegan recipes which don’t expect you to have every ingredient known to man…right? Well, fortunately for you, you’re in luck! Considering it’s World Vegan Month (November 2021), we decided to make sure you have delicious vegan recipes that […]

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Student Life Tips and Tricks

How To Budget In Time For Christmas As A Student

Mara Van Geffen

18 Oct 2021

We say it every year, but h0W is it that time of the year again?! It honestly feels like we just click our fingers and we’re back to prepping for Christmas. Being a student at Christmas time can be super difficult, especially if your bank account is starting to look a little dry after all […]

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