Hannah Colechin

The essential comfort of reading

We all have those books we turn to when we need a little comfort. Funnily enough, most of my comfort reads come from my childhood, a time when the world seemed a little simpler. Below, I’m going to share with you some of my favourite comfort books, the ones I...
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Posted Jan. 29, 2025

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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Posted Jan. 1, 2025

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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Posted Dec. 20, 2024

Year Abroad: A trip to Oslo

Over the course of a weekend, I had the chance to go to Oslo, the capital of Norway, a trip organised by the Erasmus Student Network (ESN) in Gothenburg, Sweden. The trip sold out almost instantly with about 40 of us joining the journey. We started bright and early at...
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Posted Dec. 8, 2024

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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Posted Nov. 14, 2024

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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Posted Nov. 4, 2024

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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Posted Oct. 8, 2024

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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Posted Sep. 22, 2024