By Aileen O’Leary Now that we are all a few weeks into college, reality has finally sunk in. Tutorials have begun, lectures are in full swing, you’ve gone from feeling ‘refreshed’ to feeling weary, and the post-Christmas glow has finally worn off. Gone are the days of having free time, instead you are facing the first of many assignments. However, not all hope is … [Read more...] about Final year diaries: reality has set in
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Final Year Diaries: The final countdown
By Aileen O’Leary Nelson Mandela once said, "It always seems impossible until it’s done." Four years ago, I never would have imagined reaching the last few weeks of college, or what it would feel like. There were so many times when I felt like I couldn’t do it, that the course load was too much, that I had no idea what was going on, but right now I am packing my things about … [Read more...] about Final Year Diaries: The final countdown
The final year career crisis is real, but you are not alone
By Julia Tereno When I was taking my undergrad course, I used to picture myself in the future as a sophisticated adult; a professional woman walking around in high heels, living in a nice apartment in the city and with a steady job. In my head, the switch to adulthood would suddenly turn itself on, and grown up life would begin, just like that. I didn’t even think what … [Read more...] about The final year career crisis is real, but you are not alone
Final Year Diaries: It’s beginning to look a lot like exam season
By Aileen O’Leary Welcome to the last instalment of the Final Year Diaries 2018! I will be back next semester for more insights into final year life, but for now, I’ll be signing off until our next issue in a few weeks’ time. I am a little sad that we’ve reached our last issue for the semester, but it also means a much needed break is right around the corner, right after … [Read more...] about Final Year Diaries: It’s beginning to look a lot like exam season
Final year diaries: Commutes and chaos
By Aileen O’Leary Sundays, the dreariest of days if you’re returning to college. Sundays are for sleeping in late, and having dinner before starting the long commute back to college. For most of us, this commute can start anywhere between four pm and six pm, and can take between four and six hours. Somewhere along the way you find yourself plugging in to music on the bus, … [Read more...] about Final year diaries: Commutes and chaos