2025 Boar Resolutions
Happy 2025! Allow all of us at The Boar to inspire you with our bold new promises for the year – whether that's new sports, no coffee, or (finally) locking in academically.
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Hannah Colechin
A trip to find festive mooring: Discovering Lapland
Over the course of a week, I swapped my normal year abroad routine for Arctic adventures, freezing temperatures, and enough layers of clothing to double my body size. Here’s a look at what I got up to in the snowy landscapes of Swedish Lapland. Staying in Cabins Arriving at the...
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Going the extra mile: How to unburden during long-haul travel
I recently spent just over twenty-four hours on a bus. That’s right, twenty-four hours. Questionable legroom, crumbs in places they shouldn’t be, and the constant rumble of an engine mocking my every attempt to sleep – you name it, I faced it. By hour six, I’d begun to question my...
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The best books I read in 2024
Let me take you through the best books I read in 2024, one for each month! Each of them has offered me something unique and memorable, so join me as I revisit the stories that made this year’s reading journey so special. January – Harry Potter and the Goblet of...
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The ultimate Christmas gift guide for book lovers
As a book lover with plenty of bookish friends, I know how special it is to give and receive gifts that celebrate our shared passion for reading. If you’re shopping for the reader in your life (or treating yourself to an early Christmas present), this guide is full of thoughtful...
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My Top 10 Iconic 80s Classics
Hannah Colechin shares her favourite classics of 80s cinema
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Year Abroad: A trip to Oslo
Over the course of a weekend, I had the chance to explore Oslo, the Norwegian capital, on a trip organized by the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) in Gothenburg, Sweden. The trip sold out within minutes, and with around 40 eager students joining the journey, we were in for an adventure...
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Top indoor and outdoor activities for cold weather
Winter is a love-hate season for me. The cold can be too overwhelming, but it also brings plenty of opportunities for fun. Whether you’re staying warm inside or braving the chilly outdoors, there are plenty of activities to enjoy. In this article, I’ll share some of the best ways to...
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Unravelling Lost: the show that changed TV forever
When Lost first premiered in 2004, it immediately captivated audiences with its blend of mystery, drama, and supernatural elements. Its pilot episode is regarded as one of the most iconic pilots in television history with its high production value of around $10-14 million, gripping storyline, and diverse cast of characters....
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Why grades should be replaced with a pass/fail system
My first few months studying abroad in Sweden have highlighted the many different ways of assessing work in higher education, with the UK diverging significantly from much of the globe. Having completed several assignments at the University of Gothenburg, it is clear that the pass/fail system is much more beneficial...
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Year Abroad: A Trip to Gotland
Of the many Swedish islands I’ve visited while on my year abroad, none have quite captured the charm of Gotland, Sweden’s largest island located in the centre of the Baltic Sea. I signed up to this trip with ESN (Erasmus Student Network) and just spent the entire weekend exploring the...
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Dame Maggie Smith dies at 89
Dame Maggie Smith, the acclaimed actress whose career spanned more than six decades, has passed away at the age of 89. A statement from her sons said she died peacefully in hospital on the morning of 27 September. This has led to an outpouring of grief and tributes from fans,...
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Year Abroad: Life In Sweden
As I step into the start of my second month studying abroad in Sweden, I’m still trying to wrap my head around the wonderful opportunities that have unfolded before me. From Swedish traditions to breathtaking landscapes, each day of this study abroad experience has been unforgettable so far. Exploring the...
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