The Inside Word 2018
That’s a wrap of 2020. Vlog
Hey all, hope everyone is doing well! This is my last vlog for 2020, it has been such an awesome and crazy year. I have made so many friends and learnt so much. I hope that if you are reading this and have seen my videos, they have inspired you to come to UOA....
Getting Older, And How I’m Dealing With It
About a month ago, I turned the big two-one. I had a wonderful party with all my family (we weren't in Auckland, don't worry; no COVID violations here) and a lovely weekend away with my parents and brothers. I even made my own birthday cake. No one ever wants me to...
First Week of Medical School – Part Two. Vlog
Welcome back to the homemade documentary where medical students embark on their five-year-long journey (six if you include biomed and even longer if you completed a degree beforehand). Feel free to check out part one if you have not done so already! Again, please...
Planning on studying Engineering, Law, or Medicine…? Vlog
Hey guys, I realised that it would be much more interesting filming myself completing a puzzle, than me talking, so enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhBXD1d07YE&feature=youtu.be Disclaimer: as always, don't take my word for it, seek academic...
UOA Hall Ball 2020. Vlog
Hey all, I hope you have all been doing well. My hall (Waiparūrū hall) has just had their first-ever ball and it was combined with University Hall Towers. It was so much fun and such a good experience. Living in halls this year has been so awesome and allowed me...
Money Matters
Yes, at some point in time money will have to be spent because of university. Darn. But, it shouldn't stop you from going - there is always a way to fund your studies!
First Week of Medical School – Part One. Vlog
The first day medical school! What a throwback. It was definitely an experience. Much of the day was spent going through what to expect from medical school and how it all works. The highlight for us was the Whakanoa ceremony in the Human Anatomy Lab. Everyone was...
These Are A Few Of My Favourite Things
Sometimes, University gets overwhelming. Don't get me wrong - I love studying, and I'm passionate about what I do, but there are times where I just feel totally swamped. At Uni, not only do you have to study, you also have to maintain your life. Now that I do my...
Let’s Talk About Empathy
If there’s one thing someone took away that would completely transform my first-year experience (apart from uni), it’s empathy. Away from home and in an unfamiliar environment, the first year is full of moments out of our comfort zone. No one knows us. We can’t...
Interview With A Teenager: Answering My Brother’s Questions About University
My younger brother is a brilliantly bright Year 12 trying to figure out what on earth he’s going to do with his life. Ah, memories! It was only four years ago that I was exactly the same as him – except that he understands algebra. With the benefit of my experience...
How To Deal With A Difficult Course
To an extent, every course is difficult. They all involve understanding new concepts and learning new skills, so there's always going to be an element of struggle. But, sometimes the learning curve feels more like Everest. Sometimes you don't click with a...
How can I prepare for first year biomed/healthsci?
The mighty transition from high school to first year biomed or health science...this was a scary thought as a year 13. I had heard stories of people 'pre studying' the semester 1 content during the summer break before university started and that made me feel...
The Tricky Questions
Talking to my year 12 sister the other day, I realized I'd forgotten how confusing it is to think about uni, plan your degree, and wrap your head around some of the terminology. I remember going online and trying to sift out the most important things I had to know....
Starting Uni 101 – Q&A. Vlog
Hey all, I hope you have been doing well. Today I thought I would make a Q&A video with some current first years for you to get an understanding of what uni is like. In this video, we also made some very delicious banana chocolate chip muffins! As always if you...
