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Holly Rayner, the LGBTQ+ Officer for the Students' Union, talks about their experience in the role.
Communications Office
23 February 2024
One student describes her first five months on a work placement and how she has adapted from a university to a professional environment
Olivia Raby
22 February 2024
Jonathan Hendry, a former LGBTQ+ Officer for the Students' Union, talks about his experience in the role.
Alumni team
21 February 2024
Carlos Moral Reis Technician Blog
Feminist activist, actor, playwright, Art Exchange Experience Assistant and University of Essex alumna, Marina Cusi Sanchez reflects on her time of being a feminist activist at Essex.
Marina Cusi Sanchez
Becoming a university student is a new and exciting adventure, especially for international students. We must become more independent and take on more responsibility, which also means managing our own finances. For me, the most challenging part of becoming independent initially was making adjustments to my lifestyle due to the cost of living crisis. Here are my tips which will help you save money as a university student.
Michael Theodoridis
Students members of the ESJ Team, Kimia and Luke, announce the first Essex Student Journal Conference. Find out what we've got planned, how the Essex Student Journal has benefited students, and how Essex students and staff can book a free place.
Luke Wheeler, Kimia Aghasoleimani
18 February 2024
Dr Rebecca Warren
16 February 2024
Sam Sprules
One of the main decisions that students have to make when they decide to study at a university? Where to live. A popular option is living on campus, and luckily the University of Essex offers a vibrant on-campus community that provides many advantages for students.