• Get Lost in a Good Book

    We’ve finally reached the end of the semester! Congratulations! With a break from assignments and deadlines this is a great opportunity to get stuck into a good book. I’m a sucker for a great fantasty book, so here is just a small selection of some of my favourites through the years. (If it has a […]

  • The Value of Joining a Sports Club at University

    I know that joining and trying new sports clubs has been particularly difficult during the pandemic. Restrictions have made it difficult for many clubs to run anywhere close to their normal training schedules. Despite this, I wanted to discuss a little of why joining a sports club has been so important for me at University […]

  • Charity Shops in Dundee

    Since I began buying clothes for myself, I have loved scouring charity shops. When I was younger, I loved charity shops for being able to find unique items that I wouldn’t be able to get in the high street stores. Learning more about fast fashion and the ethical, social and environmental consequences of this industry. […]

  • The Wonders of a Walk

    In the past, I have always struggled to get myself motivated to go for walks by myself. I’ve always given myself excuses; telling myself I had already walked to classes, work or the shop. But now, with next to no commitments that require leaving my flat I have made a huge effort to fit in […]

  • Feeling a Little Bored of the Same Four Walls?

    Wanting to spruce up your bedroom or flat? Especially now with so much of our time spent studying in our flats its important to make our spaces feel comfortable, joyous, and most importantly like our own. With that in mind here are some great places in Dundee to have a browse and find some great […]

  • Low-Waste Shopping in Dundee

    One of the freedoms you gain living away from home at university is food shopping. Of course, sometimes it is an absolute chore. The thought of dragging yourself out of the flat to trudge down to the supermarket, especially if it’s raining, is horrible. But shopping for yourself gives the chance to discover new foods […]