Interns: the modern slaves?
An opportunity to learn more about the world of work, or a chance to be exploited by businesses? Mike Hodges looks into the benefits of internships.
A brave new frugal world
Mike Hodges ponders whether being prudent is a lesson we should all learn and if we don't need something, then why buy it?
Studenthood is like travelling with the Doctor
Mike Hodges argues that university lifestyle echoes that of the Doctor's assistant, brief and adventure filled, making the real world a bitter pill to swallow.
Was it just another (St. George’s) day?
Friday, April 23rd was St George's Day -- but are people still going to celebrate the patron saint of England? Laura Metcalfe checks the student views on campus.
Web based lectures, the way forward?
After noticing an increasing number of students not turning up to lectures, Mike Hodges starts to think of ways the University could improve its ways of teaching.
Show me some more late-night library love
Rose Forman is at her most productive in the early hours of the morning, which is why she uses the 24-hour library service - when it's available. She wants more…
Selling yourself: become a walking billboard
Young people are the ones worst hit by the recession, but Mike Hodges has a few handy tips for how to better yourself in the job market.
Why the Students’ Union?
Rob Wells, The Linc's former news editor, critiques the Students' Union as an institution and asks that all important question - why should anyone care about the SU?
End of term tumbleweeds: where are all the students?
Are students ungrateful for their university education? Mike Hodges looks on aghast as lecture and seminar attendance drops towards the end of term.
Graduate oversupply promises a bleak future
A degree might not be all you need to be set up for the future. Mike Hodges argues that with too many graduates, getting a job won't be as easy.