Harriet Jean Evans takes a look at the social commentary of the past, and explains why she believes it just doesn't matter.
Our anonymous blogger reflects on her attempts to have a student Christmas... and how she came to the conclusion that home-made is always best.
Gillian Love urges you to vote 'No' to the motion to replace Women's Committee with a 'Gender Equality Committee'.
“I am an enthusiastic and confident public speaker with extensive involvement in my university’s debating scene.”
Means: “I love arguing with my flatmates about The X Factor.”
“I have enjoyed the varied academic challenges that university has presented me with.”
Means: “My grades are all over the f**king place.”
“After finding the transition between ‘A Level’ and Degree challenging initially, I quickly adapted to university life, improving my grades exponentially.”
Means: “I nearly failed first year and I’m pretty sure I’m gonna end up with a 2:2”
“I have been involved in several extracurricular activities during my time at university.”
Means: “I was Extraordinary Rep on a JCRC and I played darts in McQ’s once.”
“I have demonstrated the ability to work independently where necessary and positively blossom when such an opportunity arises.”
Means: “My overall attendance has been shocking, but don’t worry, I get it done to a remotely average standard in the end. Mostly.”
“I like to keep abreast of current affairs, particularly European politics.”
Means: “I have a pile of unopened copies of The Economist...”
“Throughout my studies I was able to undertake a variety of tasks simultaneously and complete all of them to a high standard.”
Means: “I was pissed all the time and I still passed!"
“I became an integral part of my JCRC after an extremely competitive application process."
Means: “I didn’t get RONned!”
“During my academic career I have held a number of leadership positions, the first of which was when I was appointed as a Senior Prefect in my final year at high school.”
Means: “I ran for head boy but got beat by the jock...”
“I have a passion for travel and took every opportunity possible to do so whilst at university.”
Means: “Remember that Amsterdam trip in first year?! Neither do I...”
“I believe the experience I have of international cultures would make me an ideal candidate to work all over the world.”
Means: “I went to Burma in my gap yah. It was a-mazing.”
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