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Ahh the elusive concept of ~motivation~. Whether it’s motivation to work, to workout, or for school, motivation comes and goes. Particularly as we get deeper into the darker, colder winter months, it can be hard to get motivated. With the start of a new year (and new goals!), it seemed like an apt time to … Read more
Grad students are notoriously underpaid for the number of hours they work (if they’re funded at all). If you’re one of them, you may be wondering how to make money in grad school. Keep reading! I’m lucky to be in a higher-paid field (computer science), but the minimum stipend amount for funded positions in London … Read more
When the new cohort for my PhD programme started this year, one of the main questions they asked us was, ‘what are the best apps for students?’. This article contains my recommendations for the 20 best apps you need as a student to make your life WAY easier. They’re perfect for both undergrads and grad … Read more
Whether you’ve just started university or grad school, are in the middle, or are towards the end, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed at uni. In fact, I’ve been feeling pretty overwhelmed this week. I basically spent yesterday freaking out over whether or not I could actually grasp all the things I needed to for … Read more
One of the best things about being a student in the UK is the amazing student discounts available at loads of stores and restaurants. In store, you’ll generally have to ask for the discount and show your student ID. None of the ones below require any special additional subscription to things like the Totum card; … Read more
Got a huge chunk of U.S. student debt and wondering how the heck to pay off your student loans? I hear you. When I was finishing college and deciding whether or not to do my master’s degree (which I’m so glad I did end up doing, for the record, even though I had to fund … Read more
Maybe you’re starting a new job, or just want to save more money every month. No matter what your circumstance, a budget is a key component of any personal finance plan. But where should you start if you don’t know how to create a budget? During the pandemic, I was laid off from my part-time … Read more
Grad school interviews are a lot like normal job interviews, but there are some differences to keep in mind when preparing for a PhD interview. For example, there’s a lot more emphasis on the substance than soft skills (though those are still important). There may be more emphasis, for example, on how you cope with … Read more
So, you’re thinking about going to grad school to do a PhD. It’s a big commitment, and not a decision that should be taken lightly. That said, it can be an incredibly rewarding experience and is one of the best decisions I’ve personally ever made (so far!). Here are some things you should consider when … Read more
Before starting my PhD, I had lots of questions about what grad school is actually like. I lived with some PhD students during my master’s degree, but many of them had fairly atypical experiences. And, when I looked online for more information about what grad school is like, I didn’t find much. Now, everyone’s experience … Read more