Wellbeing | Brighton Student bloggers

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How being part of the ‘Believers’ Loveworld Brighton’ Society has improved my uni experience

Are you looking to find a community for yourself whilst at university and away from home? At the University of Brighton there are over 150 societies/sports teams run by the Brighton Students’ Union (BSU) and this list is the perfect place to find one! There is a society for everyone! Whether you are looking to explore something you are…

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How commuting shaped my life as a student

Being a commuting student has been a unique and transformative part of my university journey. Traveling to the University of Brighton Falmer campus 4-days a week from Eastbourne has shaped my perspective on balancing academics, work, and personal growth while navigating the challenges and opportunities of living off-campus. My experience has taught me resilience, being…

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From train rides to lecture halls: my Brighton commuter story

When I decided to commute to university, I had no idea what to expect. At that time, I didn’t know anyone else who commuted to campus, and I was worried about how I could connect with my peers who would likely have already bonded in their halls of residence. Don’t worry! Thankfully, these fears were…

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My experience as a commuting student to Brighton

At first, I was incredibly apprehensive about commuting to university and that’s not the only thing that has changed since then! I also started on a different course and living in halls but now I am in my last year of studying on a new course while also commuting from home! It took me a…

The ins and outs of the student commuting experience

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to juggle the thrill of university life with the reality of a daily commute? For many students, including myself, commuting offers a unique blend of challenges and rewards that shape not just our education but our entire lifestyle. My decision to commute to Brighton wasn’t made lightly—it was…

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Why I chose the commuter life: A student’s perspective on Brighton

Initially, when I first joined the University of Brighton, I decided not to commute and moved from my home county of Surrey to live in halls at Brighton. I made this decision because I wanted to experience university life on campus, stay where I was studying and have quick access to Brighton’s city centre. For…

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Foodie Finds: A Students Top Places to Eat in the City of Brighton!

Cafe’s: Brighton is home to some of the best and most diverse food places in the UK, this is a list of my personal must try cafes and restaurants in Brighton! Redroaster At three different locations throughout Brighton, this cafe has some of the best brownies I’ve ever had, the rose and passionfruit “Brownie-O” is a…

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University Societies: Everything a Student Needs to Know!

(At the University of Brighton the societies are run by the Brighton Students’ Union – BSU) As an incoming student you probably have come across or have been encouraged to join one or more of our Societies here at University of Brighton. If you are still wondering what Societies are and how to join, then…

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Your Essential University Accommodation Checklist!

Before moving to university I was constantly checking on social media for inspiration for both my room decoration and the so-called necessities of university. I found that most of these advice panels, although helpful, would list hundreds of items that (although I took to uni) I never laid eyes on them from the moment I…

Come with me on a university wellbeing dog walk

Hi, I’m Eva and I’m a third year Pharmacy MPharm student, come with me on a wellbeing ‘walk my dog’ event on Moulsecoomb campus. These events take place across our campuses and are such a great way to switch off from your studies and get out in nature. These dog walks are a safe space to talk…