I cannot believe that it\u2019s third term already! In 8 weeks\u2019 time I will have completed my first year at uni \u2013 aah! When I came back from the holidays this time I had a similar feeling to when I first arrived here, that nerv-cited tingle; I knew that this term would be challenging, but it would also continue to bring me lots of opportunities as a student.<\/p>\n
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I hope everybody had a lovely Easter full of smiles and yummy chocolatey things! And I hope, for any potential Lancaster students reading, you had a good break to prepare for your A-level exams (good luck!) I must admit that the break this time around was much needed; it was just a chance to recuperate and get myself together for this term ahead. I had such a wonderful time with my mum and dad, as well as my grandparents \u2013 it was nice to have a catch up and some cuddles! Likewise, seeing my friends was so, so, so great; it felt like an age since I\u2019d seen them! Going back to work in the shop made me so happy too, I miss my work family! I was even lucky enough to do some \u2018first hand revision\u2019 (!), because my mum and dad whisked me away to Paris for a few days as a surprise, eeek! I have wanted to see Notre Dame since I was teeny tiny and actually walking up to it and seeing those stunning bell towers and, of course, the wonderful window is an image I will never forget. We even took a trip to Boulevard Haussmann, which was rather cool seeing as I wrote my last history essay on the Haussmannisation of Paris!<\/p>\n
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Now I\u2019ve been back for a week I feel like I\u2019m starting to get back into the swing of things. Shying away from the fact that I\u2019ve been feeling apprehensive about this term would be a lie \u2013 exams are scary and I still have a couple of essay deadlines coming up. However, in my attempt to calm myself down by Googling all sorts of weird things, I did come across one little piece of advice from a past uni-student and it was something we often lose sight of as we tackle exam season. She said \u2018just enjoy yourself and remember that you came to uni to study something you are interested in learning about.\u2019 It couldn\u2019t be simpler really, could it? When I tell people about uni I always say \u2018aw, I love it there \u2013 I\u2019m getting so much out of it and the subject is really thought-provoking\u2019, however, when I sit down in panic mode to write an essay I can\u2019t help but think \u2018why am I putting myself through this stress?\u2019; but now putting it into this perspective, this week I have felt it high time to remember that I am here because I enjoy it, so I should be tackling assignments and exams with this in mind. So that\u2019s my little mantra for this term and I really hope I can keep in that frame of mind.<\/p>\n
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So, revision…! I had my first revision session this week and it was not as horrendous as I thought it was going to be! There were no knowledge drills, or surprise quizzes, or shocking reveals that there would be really narrow questions in the exam, thank goodness! It was just a session to go over how to deal with any exam fear and how to begin tackling revision and thinking about the exam questions: not too bad at all. Plus, my seminar teacher provided chocolate, which is always a bonus! Likewise, the prospect of using felt tips and making posters for knowledge based revision fills me with weird nerdy joy. After this upcoming week, when my assignments are handed in, I will get my creative revision head on! We\u2019ve started with our final modules this week too, so best keep focussed on the new content as it will definitely crop up in the exam!<\/p>\n
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Speaking of new content, I have also been signing up for my Year 2 modules this week. I still can\u2019t believe that I have done it! Enrolling for second year means that first year has gone too quickly! It is really, really exciting though, because second year gives us a lot more freedom as students to study the areas that we really have a keen interest in, or have a desire to learn a little bit more about. For example, I have a real interest in the history of advertising, media and consumerism so I\u2019ve opted to take a module called \u2018Elvis, TV and Tupperware\u2019, which will hopefully fulfil this interest! Plus, there is a module all about the history of Paris, so another trip may be in order for research purposes\u2026what a shame!<\/p>\n
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Having just paused to get a cup of tea from the kitchen I have realised that I must dedicate a little section to the County ducks this post! Oh my God, they are absolutely adorable! There are lots of titchy ducklings waddling all around the townhouses and they\u2019re so fluffy and tiny\u2026and fluffy! Our house have been researching what to feed them and we now have a tub full of oats, peas and seeds waiting by the door for whenever they appear! If I could use this post entirely to coo over the ducks I would, but I fear several passages of me pointing out how cute they are would bore some readers to tears \u2013 so I will move on\u2026 (But, they are so lovely!)<\/p>\n
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Besides from work (and ducks), this week we have started the transition for the Ballet Society Exec, which is rather exciting! The girls and I met up for a handover meeting where we were told all about what we were going to have to do in our roles! Emily, the old treasurer, was so lovely and she\u2019s given me a really pretty folder with a set of notes in telling me all about what I have to do. Next week we\u2019re going to have the exec handover meal at Oscar\u2019s, (one of Lancaster\u2019s wine bars) which looks really lovely. I think we\u2019re all looking forward to donning the glad rags! I can\u2019t wait to start my role properly and to use my pretty folder as the term progresses and, as ever, the society are still close!<\/p>\n
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So, one week of third term has passed already! It\u2019s time to keep my positive head on, keep my pen to paper and keep focused \u2013 I can do this!<\/p>\n
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Have a lovely week! Thank you all for reading!<\/p>\n
History Hugs,<\/p>\n
Eleanor<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I cannot believe that it\u2019s third term already! In 8 weeks\u2019 time I will have completed my first year at uni \u2013 aah! When I came back from the holidays this time I had a similar feeling to when I … Continue reading