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Finding a Sense of Place: How an Introvert Found Her People in Uni

by Risa | Sep 6, 2023 | Auckland Life, Campus Life, Inside Word 2023, Study tips, Uni hacks

Scientific articles and brainiacs have been trying to put the word out there about what seems to be a blinding flash from the obvious – we need people! With all these articles and calls from mum about how your friends at uni are doing, ‘making friends’ starts to feel...

Away from Familiarity and Into University: a message to school leavers and fellow first-years

by Risa | May 1, 2023 | Campus Life, Inside Word 2023, Study tips

An open letter to incoming school leavers… I’m all too familiar with the seemingly gargantuan, all-looming uncertainty that surrounds making the choice to pursue further education. How do I choose the right programme for me? What if I don’t make any friends? For...