The Inside Word 2018
The Spectrum of Emotions
Life changes a lot. I know everyone has heard it all the time – embrace change, be prepared for ups and downs. But as exam results start coming out, I’ve been thinking about how much weight people put on their final grades (understandably) and think about the year...
The International Association of Women Judges Biennial Conference
Earlier this year, I was very lucky to be in the same room as some of my role models. When you’re a law student, you spend a lot of time poring over judgements and pulling out the reasoning, listening to your lecturer’s explanation. You're encouraged to ask what...
Looking to the Future
I’m more than half-way through my degree now and one thing is for certain; employment is around the corner. I know I want to work for a masters degree in media and communication, but once that’s over, I want to work within the world of advertising and marketing and...
Staying motivated
It is completely natural for your motivation to have ups and downs throughout the semester – even if you love what you are learning! I’ve noticed that my motivation seems to follow the same trajectory every semester. I now know what to expect, so I thought I would...
Keeping Safe
The following blog has been submitted anonymously by one of our regular contributors: By global standards, New Zealand is a very safe country. But bigger cities can feel more dangerous to live in, and it’s okay to feel intimidated if you’re moving to Auckland and...
Sustainability as a Student
I think it’s fair to say the climate emergency can’t be dismissed anymore. Whether we like it or not, the effects will keep getting worse, beyond what we can tolerate, and finally affect the quality of life we so enjoy. Everyone knows what’s at stake, all the...
Summer: Filling the Time Between Semesters
I like to think of summers as the Oreo filling. At university (or school) we get the backbone, the framework. Summers can be the complementary filling, in terms of work/life experience, trying new roles and new interests, and generally acquiring more life...
3 study methods you may not have heard before!
Studying doesn’t come with a definite manual because we all learn differently so the experience is unique to us all. However, one thing that is for sure is that ‘active’ studying trumps ‘passive’ studying. If you are interested, I would really recommend trying out...
2021: Best Bits for a 2nd Year BA/LLB Student
Kia ora! Even though we're still in lockdown, level 2 isn't too far and hopefully next year campus will be reopening. This is a little, much more aesthetic compilation of what life looks like for a 2nd year BA/LLB student living in student accommodation - a visual...
How to Make a Stressful Period Stress-Free
Just before exam season, students face one of the most stressful parts of the semester; however, I have a secret on how to have a stress-free stressful period. Yes, you heard me right; there’s a secret on how to make the most stressful time of the semester...
Thoughts on Preparing for Law Exams
This might be useful to you 11 months from now, but while it’s still fresh in my mind, I thought I would share what I learned about preparing for law exams at university. It's very different to NCEA. Here, there's more room for you to make your own judgements about...
The Elephant in the Room: Referencing
An elephant in the room: an obvious major problem or issue that people avoid discussing or acknowledging. Merriam-Webster Dictionary. “elephant in the room,” accessed October 22, 2021, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elephant%20in%20the%20room....
Resources for Entering Medical School at the University of Auckland + Goodbye. Vlog
Thanks for joining me on this journey! It has been 2 awesome years with the Inside Word. Such a pleasure. You're always welcome to contact me (@juniusong)! https://youtu.be/lSlbQOChbQM Below are some resources which you may find helpful if you intend to...
Medical School is Online – Update and Struggles. Vlog
My flatmate and I made it out of Auckland safely! All of our tests are now online. I also wanted to share some of the logistical issues we experience as uni students such as finding a flat, getting summer studentships and missing out on the opportunity to learn...
Enrolling in courses: 3 resources to know about
I remember how exciting it was the day I was finally able to enrol in my courses. Although I don’t get much choice in my own degree, I know it can be hard to make decisions. So I hope this blog gives you some guidance. Some university jargon I will use, if you are...
