Articles by Chloe Shakesby

Everything you need to bring to uni

It can seem like there are hundreds of things that you need to remember to bring to uni, and it may seem a little overwhelming, but don’t worry – we’ve got your back. Below is…


Getting ready for uni? Here’s what you need to do

Congratulations! You got through school, sixth form, college: wherever you went, you’ve made it, and you’re ready to join the Uni of Gloucestershire. Whether you’ll be living in Cheltenham or Gloucester or somewhere in between, this…


#GE17: Who should I vote for?

Still undecided about who to vote for tomorrow? Here are the key policies for parties running in Cheltenham. Conservative Cheltenham candidate: Alex Chalk Key policies: Education -New national funding plan for education -Free school meals for…


#GE17: Why your vote matters

In the run-up to June 8 we’ll be posting a host of election-themed articles, talking about voting and party policies. With yet another public vote quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about who you’re…


Cocktail week to be held in Cheltenham

It has been announced that Cheltenham will be holding its first annual cocktail week  this May. The event is being organised by the town’s Business Improvement District (BID) and will be showcasing Cheltenham’s bars, pubs,…


May announces snap election

The Prime Minister has this morning announced a snap general election to be held in June. Parliament will vote to overturn the Fixed-Term Parliament Act tomorrow, in order to change the date of the next…


Top 5 self-care tips

Since coming to university, it feels like there are a lot more things we need to think about. We’re grown-ups now; we have to pay rent and remember to buy food and toilet roll and…



Our Guide to Work Experience

Worried about getting work experience? Here are our top tips for gaining that extra edge, and what to do once you’re there, whether it’s mandatory for your course or to jazz up your CV; we’ve…


Our Top 5 Back-to-Uni Tips

So it’s a new year, and with it comes a new term at university. But after Christmas, it’s sometimes hard to get back into the swing of things, especially with all of those January assignments…