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Jul 21, 20243 min read
'Day in the life' of a Pharmacy Dispenser
I am a third- year Psychology student at Goldsmiths University of London, who works part time at a pharmacy as a dispenser. I’ve been...
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Jul 20, 20242 min read
Happy 4th Birthday ALSA!
As always, another ALSA event with great success! With good food, people, and a buzzing atmosphere, ALSA’s birthday picnic was a great...
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Jul 15, 20243 min read
ALSA Youth Empowerment Summit: Agim's POV
Celebrating Heritage and Ambition: The ALSA Youth Empowerment Summit With the large online buzz surrounding the ALSA summit, I was eager...
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Jul 15, 20242 min read
ALSA Youth Empowerment Summit: Sara's POV
There is nothing more incredible than seeing Albanians join together, inspiring one another to reach their fullest potential. The 2024...
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Jul 3, 20242 min read
ALSA Wins International Albanian Trend Award 2024
We are delighted to announce that ALSA (Albanian Student Association) has been awarded the prestigious International Albanian Trend Award...
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Jul 3, 20243 min read
An Interesting Day in my Radiology Placement
I first developed a keen interest in the field of medicine when my mother, who served as my primary role model, ignited my fascination...
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Apr 10, 20243 min read
From humble beginnings in Albania to the Hallowed Halls of Oxford
I am Aurora Kapo, a 23-year-old originally from the seaside city of Durres, Albania, where I spent my formative years. After completing...
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Apr 9, 20244 min read
An Aspirational Student’s Worst Nightmare Turned into Reality: Missing my Dream Offer
Like most – if not all – second-generation Albanian immigrants, I have always strived to be stellar in my academic career. In my...
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Apr 7, 20244 min read
From BTECs in Enfield to a Finance Degree in Liverpool: My Journey
Growing up in Enfield North London, university was not really a concept for me growing up. I initially surrounded myself with the ‘wrong...
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Apr 5, 20243 min read
Networking 101
Is networking even important? The short answer is yes. Networking is an effective way to gain connection, find jobs and make friends. In...
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Apr 3, 20242 min read
Alternative Pathways to Medicine…Have you considered a Foundation Year?
Alternative Pathways to Medicine…Have you considered a Foundation Year? Even though there seems to be countless guides out there on...
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Mar 30, 20242 min read
Exploring Alternate Paths to Dentistry: My Personal Journey to Dental Hygiene and Therapy
The idea of a career in dental care came to me quite fortuitously. Upon completing my A-levels, I was uncertain about the career path I...
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Mar 29, 20242 min read
Dental Therapy and Its Crucial Role in Dentistry
What is a Dental Therapist? Dental therapists are highly skilled dental professionals who can carry out a variety of dental procedures,...
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Mar 29, 20245 min read
Falling in Love with Surgery: A Medical Student's Journey and Strategies for Success
Embarking on the path of surgery as a medical student can be a challenging journey, particularly when confronted with the intricate...
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Mar 2, 20241 min read
Celebrating Kosovo's 16th Birthday in Style
Last week, I attended an exclusive networking event on behalf of ALSA, where I had the honour of meeting the newly appointed British...
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Feb 27, 20243 min read
‘A Storm in the Western Balkans’: A UCL Public Policy & Chatham House Event
A few weeks ago, I was grateful to attend an event co-organised by UCL Public Policy and Chatham House, titled 'A Storm in the Western...
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Feb 21, 20244 min read
Life at Cambridge: Insights from the Inside
When I was younger, I never thought I’d actually go to Cambridge; it was more like a distant, hopeful dream. Now I’m a Classics...
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Feb 11, 20243 min read
My Journey: From Emigration to Opportunities
By Senad Kurtaj Growing up as the son of Albanian immigrants who fled the country in the 1990s to seek refuge in Italy, I always knew...
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Feb 11, 20245 min read
My Exchange Abroad – Copenhagen
By Heidi Mustafa Last year, I was lucky enough to spend a year abroad studying at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. I am currently...
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Feb 1, 20244 min read
How to Avoid Feeling Down During this Winter Season?
By Oltian Bullatovci Image taken from: https://www.osmosis.org/learn/Major_depressive_disorder_with_seasonal_pattern Have you felt gloomy...
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