Blogs
Sustainability as a Student
I think it’s fair to say the climate emergency can’t be dismissed anymore. Whether we like it or not, the effects will keep getting worse, beyond what we can tolerate, and finally affect the quality of life we so enjoy. Everyone knows what’s at stake, all the...
Summer: Filling the Time Between Semesters
I like to think of summers as the Oreo filling. At university (or school) we get the backbone, the framework. Summers can be the complementary filling, in terms of work/life experience, trying new roles and new interests, and generally acquiring more life...
3 study methods you may not have heard before!
Studying doesn’t come with a definite manual because we all learn differently so the experience is unique to us all. However, one thing that is for sure is that ‘active’ studying trumps ‘passive’ studying. If you are interested, I would really recommend trying out...
2021: Best Bits for a 2nd Year BA/LLB Student
Kia ora! Even though we're still in lockdown, level 2 isn't too far and hopefully next year campus will be reopening. This is a little, much more aesthetic compilation of what life looks like for a 2nd year BA/LLB student living in student accommodation - a visual...
How to Make a Stressful Period Stress-Free
Just before exam season, students face one of the most stressful parts of the semester; however, I have a secret on how to have a stress-free stressful period. Yes, you heard me right; there’s a secret on how to make the most stressful time of the semester...
Thoughts on Preparing for Law Exams
This might be useful to you 11 months from now, but while it’s still fresh in my mind, I thought I would share what I learned about preparing for law exams at university. It's very different to NCEA. Here, there's more room for you to make your own judgements about...
The Elephant in the Room: Referencing
An elephant in the room: an obvious major problem or issue that people avoid discussing or acknowledging. Merriam-Webster Dictionary. “elephant in the room,” accessed October 22, 2021, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elephant%20in%20the%20room....
Resources for Entering Medical School at the University of Auckland + Goodbye. Vlog
Thanks for joining me on this journey! It has been 2 awesome years with the Inside Word. Such a pleasure. You're always welcome to contact me (@juniusong)! https://youtu.be/lSlbQOChbQM Below are some resources which you may find helpful if you intend to...
Medical School is Online – Update and Struggles. Vlog
My flatmate and I made it out of Auckland safely! All of our tests are now online. I also wanted to share some of the logistical issues we experience as uni students such as finding a flat, getting summer studentships and missing out on the opportunity to learn...
Enrolling in courses: 3 resources to know about
I remember how exciting it was the day I was finally able to enrol in my courses. Although I don’t get much choice in my own degree, I know it can be hard to make decisions. So I hope this blog gives you some guidance. Some university jargon I will use, if you are...
Support available for dyslexia and other learning disabilities at UoA. Vlog
Hey everyone, Here is a video I have been planning on creating for a while for you. My main purpose is to encourage anyone who needs extra support to not feel ashamed and to go and apply for it. The thing with being at university is if you want help, you need to...
Carpe Diem
Two months in lockdown, two weeks until exams. I think it’s safe to say there have been quite a few restraints on our time, movement, and interactions for the past while. Things have changed, for sure. I think everyone has had enough time to reflect on how their...
Top 5 tips for starting university! Vlog
Hey guys, So it's October which means it may not be too long till you start studying at The University of Auckland. I remember this was a time full of nerves and excitement. I have compiled the top 5 things I wish I knew when starting uni in the video below for...
Self-Doubt
Okay, this needs to be discussed. Self-doubt. That little demon that comes into every student’s head. No one talks about it, and I’m going to change that right now. My self-doubt is tied to the pressure to succeed, because I always feel like there is a lot of...
Why I Got Rid of the Time
A few days ago, I decided I was going to put away my clocks, watch, and change the settings on my laptop and phone to remove the time. Online learning has been difficult, to say the least. I couldn’t pinpoint why (apart from the fact that we are in a pandemic). I...
