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Student Life blog

Using UON’s Support services – how they helped me

Starting higher education might be stressful, but here Ayca advsies about the many support services available to help you on…

14 April 2026

10 things I wish I known before starting university

Kerry shares 10 things she wishes she'd known before embarking on her study journey at UON.

9 April 2026

From freshers to final year – my UON journey

Alex shares her journey at UON, from her first year to her final year.

6 April 2026

How university helped me grow as a person

In this blog, Catherine shares her experiences of starting university and how this helped her develop as a person.

2 April 2026

More than just a circle: unpacking the significance of Blue Plaques in West Northamptonshire

PhD student Kathrina Perry celebrates the stories behind West Northamptonshire’s buildings, revealing how blue plaques keep local history alive through…

25 March 2026

How UON fosters a sense of Community

In this blog, Emilia shares how UON fosters a sense of community.

25 March 2026

Moving out of halls: What I didn’t expect

Leaving halls can feel exciting but also surprising. Here’s what I didn’t expect when I moved out, and the lessons…

23 March 2026

An introvert’s guide to university life

Vicky shares how she navigates uni life as an introvert.

20 March 2026

Settling into University: Looking After My Mental Health and Wellbeing.

With many new changes happening, Maisie shares her advice on how she looks after her mental health and wellbeing and…

18 March 2026