"student life" blog posts

Our top tips to beat the Blue Monday blues this JanuaryDonald Trump book cover

Our top tips to beat the Blue Monday blues this January

January blues can be tough. But what should you do when Blue Monday comes around when you're trying to prepare for your exams? From the latest political books to read to our top places to relax - we've got it all, in our Blue Monday guide.

Posted on: 15 January 2018

Fake news and 'post-truth' politics - a new exhibition at FACT Liverpool Newstweek - fixing the facts

Fake news and 'post-truth' politics - a new exhibition at FACT Liverpool

A 'Newstweek' hotspot device that can intercept and alter the online articles we read on our mobiles*? A film trailer for a school-yard riot that never happened**? FACT Liverpool's 'How much of this is fiction.' exhibition brings together a wide variety of multi-media artworks that explore 'fake news' and 'post-truth' politics.

Posted on: 2 March 2017

Trump protest: "This is a pivotal time for people to stand up for what they believe"Crowds at St George's Hall

Trump protest: "This is a pivotal time for people to stand up for what they believe"

Political protests play an important role in the democratic process and can help to build solidarity and commitment among those who participate. Attending a demonstration provides very tangible evidence that others hold similar beliefs and ideals and this can be important in building a movement for political change.

Posted on: 6 February 2017

Beat stress and visit these top places to chill out in LiverpoolMan in a gallery

Beat stress and visit these top places to chill out in Liverpool

January blues can be tough. But what should you do when Blue Monday comes around when you're trying to prepare for your exams?

Posted on: 16 January 2017

Bubbly and celebrations at our winter graduation 2016Students drinking bubbly at a reception event.

Bubbly and celebrations at our winter graduation 2016

Celebrating with our graduating students is always special and last week was no exception when we held our winter graduation reception.

Posted on: 13 December 2016

A student's view: Kenn's top 5 moments from studying at LiverpoolStudent at election night

A student's view: Kenn's top 5 moments from studying at Liverpool

I'm currently in my second year of studying politics and modern history at Liverpool and I've had a great time so far! Here are my top five reasons why...

Posted on: 9 December 2016

Politics Go! Join in our campus treasure huntExterior of Guild of Students, University of Liverpool

Politics Go! Join in our campus treasure hunt

You're a Politics student. You've landed in Liverpool, found your accommodation and are thinking about heading out to explore. Well don't go it alone! Join in with our #PoliticsGo campus treasure hunt on Friday 23 September 2016 and be in with the chance of winning some great prizes.

Posted on: 20 September 2016