Leicester students on COVID-19 and following lockdown rules
Leicester students give their views on covid-19, lockdown, and those that are breaking government guidelines
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‘Uncontrollable sobbing while simultaneously eating Ben and Jerry’s’ – A Lockdown Diary
A students shared thoughts as she navigates through the UK’s 3rd national lockdown.
You can still enjoy Valentine’s Day this year – here’s how
A lockdown Valentine’s can still be one to remember.
Ignored and forgotten: are students paying the price of this pandemic?
‘Frustrated’, ‘fragile’ and ‘numb’. These are the words that now define what it feels like to be a university student during a once-in-a-generation crisis.
Top 10 escapist albums to get you through lockdown
Holly Aylward offers her top 10 escapist albums to get us through the last few weeks of lockdown.
Adapting to studying at the University of Leicester while living abroad
Konstantinos Kolokotronis is an EU student studying at Leicester, and details his experiences and problems raised from studying remotely from home.
Students at Leicester University to gain accommodation rebate
Students residing in University of Leicester accommodation can claim a discount on their rent payments, that will be calculated in March.
University of Leicester students fearful ‘Christmas Bubble’ will lead to lockdown
Leicester students are fearful that the Government’s plans for a ‘Christmas bubble’ could prevent their return to university accommodation
Lockdown: Leicester University’s Attenborough Arts Centre to deliver online content
Leicester’s Attenborough Arts Centre (AAC) is looking to deliver an online service to satisfy customer demand throughout lockdown.
150 Days and Counting: Leicester in Lockdown
In Leicester, where higher COVID-19 restrictions have not been lifted for more than 150 days, I discuss my experiences of living and studying in the city.
Let’s Explore Leicester – Christmas Edition!
Written by Alice Warburton It’s the most wonderful time of the year…again! That’s right, Christmas is coming, and if you’re travelling in the government window between the 3rd-9th December, then you need to explore Leicester in all its Christmas glory before it’s too late. Usually, there would be an amazing ice rink in the middle of Jubilee Square, and a huge Ferris wheel for you and all your friends to enjoy (if you’re not afraid of heights of course!). Things are slightly different this year (and we all know why), but that doesn’t mean things aren’t any less amazing. Take a walk along Every Street in the city to find the Town Hall covered in Christmas decs! A massive banner, reading ‘Christmas Greetings’ first meets your eye, before seeing decorations and tinsel galore. There’s also a cute Narnia scene to feast upon, as well as the classic nativity portrayal. A further walk by the clock tower will show you an enormous Christmas tree beautifully adorned, and although there was no Christmas lights turn on event …
Lockdown: University plans are expected to save Christmas
The University of Leicester has revealed plans to save Christmas that have been described as ‘ingenious’ and ‘extraordinary’.
Long Distance Relationships: Six Tips to Get Through Lockdown
Advice for couples struggling with the thought of another month without being in the same house/city/country as their significant other.
