Author: Sophia Tilbury

With Loughborough’s Student Union election voting week fast approaching, the excitement is only just beginning. This year, there are a total of five roles up grabs, with thirteen promising candidates. One role of great importance is the LSU President role. This multi-faceted role entails leadership of other Executive Officers, as well as bringing an influence of change to the Students Union. Candidates, such as Joaquin Lorenzana, are striving to become the next LSU President. Currently studying for his Masters (MA) in Engineering, Joaquin endeavours to pursue the skills he has obtained along the way within the role of LSU President.…

Photo Source: ‘Self-Care’ by Pixabay, Edited via Canva by Sophia Tilbury The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as ‘not a passive or static state but rather an “active pursuit”’, but what do they mean by this term? They continue, stating that wellness ‘is associated with intentions, choices and actions’. Furthermore, they divide wellness into six categories of wellbeing, these include: Physical, Mental, Emotional, Spiritual, Social and lastly, Environmental. Using some components of The Global Wellness Institute’s recipe for wellness, this article will explore the different methods that can be used to improve your overall happiness and wellbeing. Physical Health Working…

This Monday welcomed the Loughborough Student Leader elections, with thirteen candidates across five roles, this year’s LSU elections are gearing up to be extremely thrilling. One notable position up for grabs, that has been on high deman, is the role of Academic Experience Executive Officer. Becca Schofield is one candidate for the role. As a final year Physics student, Becca has experience as both the Physics Department Chair and as a Course Rep. Becca answered some questions we presented in order to gain further knowledge into what she would bring to the role. What are your top priorities for your…

With Loughborough Students Union campaign week in full motion, we are in for a week filled with excitement. This year, the Loughborough Student Leadership Elections consists of five roles made up of thirteen candidates. There is a wide selection of roles available, with Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Executive Officer being a notable position up for grabs in this year’s election. The action of this position is defined by prevention, protection, and guidance. Inaayah Irshad is one candidate for EDI, a third-year Psychology student, Inaayah has worked as a Team Leader at Youth Sport Trust. Inaayah took part in an interview, whereby she answered questions to gain further insight into the components of…

Photo source: ‘Stress’, by Pixabay As the term draws to a close, and the deadlines start to pile up, everything begins to feel overwhelming. Often, we lose motivation, and find ourselves burning out, which results in tasks being procrastinated and put off until a ‘better’ time. Procrastination can sometimes feels inescapable, therefore, we need to ask ourselves, what can be done, to prevent this vicious cycle? This article will explore the nature of procrastination, as well as, offer tips to tackle and avoid burnout. The Nature of Procrastination Time and time again, we ask ourselves why do we procrastinate? Especially,…

Photo Source: ‘Shopping’, by Pixabay Black Friday is a much loved day by shopping lovers across the nation. This year, Black Friday takes place on the 29th November, and with this date fast approaching, here is your guide to the best deals, from clothing, beauty and jewellery, to shoes and home décor, there will be something for everyone! CLOTHING: PrettyLittleThing: up to 90% off AYBL: Began on the 11th November – up to 60% off Urban Outfitters: Begins on the 22nd November – up to 50% off ASOS: Begins on the 25th November – up to 80% off Zara: Begins…

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