by Hrishita Rangoonwala, GSD and Business Studies Correspondent University: Experience that impacts character building in amplitudes that few institutions can come to par with. Generating a sense of personal responsibility towards climate change mitigation in youth is a small yet important piece in the green technology and progressive public policy development puzzles. Universities are a... Continue Reading →
By Virginia Thomas-Pickles, GLOBUS Correspondent 2020 was a difficult year, taking a huge toll on the mental health of so many people. Data published by the Office of National Statistics shows the British population felt increased anxiousness, reduced life satisfaction, and reduced happiness since the beginning of the pandemic when compared to pre-pandemic data. This is especially true... Continue Reading →
By Amy Denton, GLOBUS Correspondent As a first-year student, I have recently begun the process of looking for second-year housing. It feels crazy to be looking already because term 1 has only just finished, but everyone who’s given me advice about uni-life has said to start early. However, the one thing I haven’t been told... Continue Reading →
By Natalia Tronina, our GLOBUS Correspondent There were many things I was concerned about when coming to the University. Homesickness, work overload and shared bathroom - are just a few to mention. Never would I expect them to be overshadowed by the abundance of British plastics. Now, I wonder what picture I brought in front of you. We hear every day about the bottles... Continue Reading →
By Naomi Harris, GLOBUS Correspondent After the year we had in 2020, it may be unsurprising that many people went for Christmas - which tends to mean the complete opposite of environmentally friendly behaviour. All the wrapping, packaging, food, and money spent can hinder our ability to be sustainable during the festive season. However, there... Continue Reading →
By Ubayd Kahn, GLOBUS Correspondent Christmas is right around the corner and along with the festivities comes the period of peak consumption, from last-minute gift buying to impressive dinnertime spreads. This Christmas will be like no other. However, that does not mean we cannot still do our part to be a little more sustainable. How... Continue Reading →
By Izzy Hardern, GLOBUS Correspondent Often, student living can be so busy that cooking can feel like a real drain. However, cooking can be a great way to destress, and - if it’s vegan - it has the added bonus of being much better for the environment. The best way to make your eating habits more sustainable is to... Continue Reading →
By Amy Denton, GLOBUS Correspondent It can sometimes seem that we are being are told by society, the government and scientists that we live more sustainable lives in order to save the planet from catastrophic climate change. However, many of the supposed solutions we are pointed towards, such as buying only sustainably packaged or natural... Continue Reading →
By Naomi Carter, GLOBUS Correspondent It was with some trepidation that I unpacked my Chilly bottle, charity shop crockery and reusable silicone lids on the first day of Freshers’ Week, preparing to start GSD as a degree. Would my flatmates judge me? Would they think they have some crazy sustainability preacher living with them? As... Continue Reading →
By Alicia Siddons, GLOBUS Assistant Editor “Two sheets of paper and a couple sprays are all you need” Cleaning stations stocked with blue roll paper and disinfectant sprays are stationed in each section of the gym. I follow the advice, measure two sheets of paper, three sprays (because, you know, I’m being cautious) and I wander to the spin bike.... Continue Reading →
By Naomi Harris, GLOBUS Correspondent By the end of term two, admittedly, the initial excitement university halls had worn off. In my case, sharing a tiny kitchen with 12 people became impractical, shared bathrooms were tiresome, and you realise how much you missed being able to collapse onto a sofa and watch some telly at... Continue Reading →
By Lucy Jordan, GLOBUS Deputy Editor Burnout: a student's fateful friend. Whether it's those increasingly heavy eyes in the library, frequent TLC Netflix binges, or sudden overwhelming bursts of dread, usually of everything and nothing at all, we all grow accustomed to its everyday fatigue. But, what happens when we neglect to nurture these early... Continue Reading →
By Braedie Atkins, GLOBUS Correspondent Painting a wardrobe that you bought for £30 and changing the doorknobs is an excellent way to decorate your room - and it doesn’t cost hundreds of pounds. The same goes with clothing. A new jumper, or pair of jeans for £5, gives you room to make alterations so they... Continue Reading →
By Angelo Balagtas, GLOBUS Correspondent As a Global Sustainable Development student, I am constantly attempting to realise opportunities to become more sustainable. That, and with the onslaught of articles on the consequences of unsustainable practices, I am urged to take more steps. With the opportunity of having just moved into our new house in Leamington... Continue Reading →
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