Hey guys!

 

Hope everything is going well. Life here in Lancaster is pretty quiet for now, as the workload is not too stressful for now. Apart from a presentation for Economic Policy next week, the readings and dissertation work are the only important things I have to keep up with. I’m pretty happy with the modules so far – the Africa and Global Politics one is showing me how little I actually knew about the continent and its history, so I’m really excited to learn more!

Last weekend we had our first Open Day of the term! It was pretty good to see you guys around, and if you haven’t been able yet to come see us, remember that the next one is on the 16th of February, so make sure to come if you have a chance! The people who came were very interested in both the university and in the Lancaster life, and I hope we were able to share our enthusiasm with them. By the way, remember that if you have any doubts about university in general, you can email your admissions mentor to ask them about it. They will be happy to help you in any way they can.

 

I’ll keep in touch as to how the term goes by. See you guys around!

Guillermo

It may only be week 3, but it is about this point in the term that I like to take a moment and pause and think about what lies ahead.

This term is already super important because it is my last proper term as a Lancaster undergraduate (where does the time go?!) and it’s time to consider what essays and assessments are on the horizon. I have three essays and a presentation to complete this term, alongside my dissertation. With roughly half of my dissertation completed, I am feeling relatively calm about the looming assessments.

Term 2 also has a couple of other major events on the calendar. Firstly, the British University and College Sports Long Course Swimming Championships are happening in mid-February in Sheffield. I can’t believe this is the third time I will be competing in this competition – I still remember doing it for the first time. The feeling of representing Lancaster University never gets old!! Secondly, the Politics Society is hosting their first ever ball this term! I can’t wait to bring this event to our members because it has been in the pipeline for so long, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love the chance to dress up and be a bit fancy?!

Whilst I have been thinking about what is to come in the final months of my Lancaster undergraduate career, I had the pleasure of helping some potential Lancaster undergraduates at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Applicant Visit day last week. These events are some of my favourites, as it feels like only yesterday I was in their shoes. I also love being able to promote the university and the department and help the students in making one of, if not the biggest decision, of their lives.

I hope you are all doing well and maybe I might see you at an applicant visit day real soon.

All the best,

Orla