Blog: Students

We asked some experienced students for their top advice for freshers starting university this year. This is what they said:   "The main thing that jumps out is to be yourself. Don't get pressured into going out or doing stuff just ‘cause it's what everyone does. A lot of people will like you a lot more if you don't try to follow...

“Woaahhh - hold on there - I haven’t even started University, why do I need to start thinking about my Legacy?” Great question! It's never too early to think about the person you want to be, the things you want to change and the lasting impact you want to have. Usually, when we’re asked to think of people who have left...

You’re about to start University! A whole whirlwind of opportunities are coming your way. Clubs, sports, societies, studying, church, etc. Where do you put your time? The choices you make at University will shape you, lay foundations for your calling, character and lifestyle for the rest of your life. Societies and Clubs These days there is a society and club for pretty much...

'Twas the night before results 'Twas the night before results, when all through the land, Expectation was stirring, for successes planned. The iPhone was laid by the bedside with prayer, In hope that the morning would not bring nightmare!   The students were mixed in their bedtime routine, But many felt nervous, and anxious, yet keen. With some embracing caffeine, and others a nap, To get through their final, long-awaited...

You're running the race of university life. What can you expect? As with any life stage, you will encounter stumbling blocks. But be encouraged, with God’s strength and guidance these challenges help us develop perseverance, faith, and a deeper knowledge of the God who helps us through them. University has some common challenges that are likely to arise while you’re there- so it’s worth taking some...

It’s no surprise that first year students are given the affectionate nickname of ‘fresher’. Unlike starting high school or sixth form, you start without the usual familiarities of friendships, places, and family. In this way- your first week really is a fresh week! But, thankfully, this is not to say that you can’t go prepared. Just as an athlete cannot turn up...

The excitement of being in a position to work with churches outside of the UK will never fade. Since last September, we have seen 163 international churches sign up to Student Linkup. We have done visits to the Netherlands, South Africa, Germany, France, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Denmark and Norway. We have had countless conversations with international church leaders, over Skype and...