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Not every student house is the same. but we're pretty sure that all of them have these nine things. Yes, one of them is a massive collection of empty bottles. Laura Hainey knows eight more things you've definitely got, too.
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- 19th March 2018
Living with your friends is one of the best things about living off campus. But it can bring some challenges, as well. Everybody has their little quirks, but sometimes there’s some really basic things that mean you will drive each other mad. Bethan Evans has some simple do’s and don’ts to avoid all those petty arguments!
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by Nathan Colom - 9th March 2018
Want to experience more of Nottingham's nightlife than booze, kebabs and losing your phone? Sam Aird has come up with 5 alternative nights out that prove, sometimes, a little bit of culture will provide a better student night out.
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by Nathan Colom - 22nd February 2018
It's February. Winter has lasted for about 100 years and maybe living with a large group is beginning to lose its shine. Help dispel the tensions with some fun group activities that will take your minds off who isn't following the cleaning rota.
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- 15th February 2018
It's cold outside, but you don't have to freeze in your student house. Sam Aird gives his top tips for keeping toasty this winter.
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- 5th December 2017
From chaotic Aldi shops to post-night out trips to Roosters, there’s certain things you HAVE to experience to class yourself a true member of Selly Oak. Blogger, Bethan Evans sums up what you can expect from student life in Selly.
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by Nathan Colom - 13th November 2017
For a lot of Nottingham students, Lenton is the place to be after first year. Here's blogger Laura Hainey's definitive guide to thriving there as a student.
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- 10th November 2017
Living off campus as a student is an amazing experience. Here, our student blogger Jo Patmore gives some essential do's and don'ts that will take the hassle out of your new off-campus life.
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by Nathan Colom - 10th November 2017
When you move your student accommodation to live off campus, it's more than just a set of keys and bus timetable that you'll pick up. Birmingham City University student and guest blogger Ben Wheatley discusses five things you learn to master when you live off campus.
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by Nathan Colom - 9th January 2017