Dorm essentials
Can you use a kettle or hot plate in a dorm?
Can you use a kettle or hot plate in a dorm? Check your housing rules first, why hot plates are often banned and the safer small options to ask about.
Nour Haddadi2 min read
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Study gear
Handwritten vs typed notes for college
Handwritten vs typed notes for college: which is better for lectures, revision and group work, and a simple way to mix both without buying more gear.
Lucas Bernard4 min read
Back to school
How to budget a student allowance each month
How to budget a student allowance each month with a simple three-part split, a worked AED example and what to do when the money runs out early.
Nour Haddadi5 min read
Campus style
What to wear on the first day of class
What to wear on the first day of class: a clean, plain outfit you can walk in, one light layer and shoes you already know are comfortable.
Lucas Bernard2 min read
Dorm essentials
Dorm bedding for a hot climate: what to buy
What dorm bedding works in a hot climate: light cotton sheets, a thin cover and one extra layer for cold air conditioning, with a simple AED example.
Nour Haddadi6 min read