Monthly Archives: September 2009

What it means to “Just Be Yourself”

How many times do you hear the advice, “Just be yourself” uttered as if it’s a magical solution to all social woes?  If I could be given a pound every time I hear or see that advice doled out to … Continue reading

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Does ‘balance’ exist?

When it comes to a work/life balance, I see 2 groups of people: Those who say a balance is possible Those who say there is no such thing as balance The first group of people may have found their balance … Continue reading

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Higher Education funding? Get the students to do it…

If you went anywhere near the news earlier this week, you’d have heard that a controversial report about business and universities in ‘Turbulent Times’ has been released.  The report from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), recommends that the Government … Continue reading

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Review: A Guide To Uni Life

There are loads of books about essay writing and studying effectively.  However, there’s not much around to help with the general, everyday, student experience. Lucy Tobin’s book, “A Guide To Uni Life”, looks to set things straight with a book … Continue reading

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Take a job during term?

Nearly half of all full-time students hold down a part-time job through the year.  Some want to.  Some have to.  Either way, it’s not unusual. The Guardian recently posed a question from a reader whose daughter was just off to … Continue reading

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