The pressure of being a first-generation university student
Ashley Bautista Domingo
As good as being the first one in your family to achieve something sounds, there's a lot of pressure behind that comes with it. Neither of my parents had the…
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What it’s really like to be a university student during a pandemic
Rodayna Raydan
Whether you’re in your first year, second year or final year at university we’ve all had to stay indoors and adapt to the new changes imposed by the government. Let…
Why international students are coming back despite the lockdown
In January the government said students should not return to university until at least March 8 and any update on that won’t be known until Boris Johnson addresses the nation…
Will KU class of 2021 have a graduation ceremony?
Third-year students at Kingston University are worried that their graduation ceremonies will not be happening after some UK universities have started to cancel theirs. University College London announced a few…
International students in the UK are relying on food banks
International students in the UK are facing serious financial hardship with some using food banks after finding themselves jobless during the pandemic. Charities have revealed students from relatively poor backgrounds…
Kingston University drop-out rates at an all time low
Millie A Turner
Kingston University student drop-out rates are at their lowest since 2011/12, according to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request by The River.
Students frustrated at Knights Park extension closure
Anthony F Milne
Students were left frustrated after the Knights Park extension was closed due to a leak that resulted in classes being cancelled for two days.
6 Essential Apps For Student Life
Bekka Barnard
Whether you’re a squeaky clean fresher or a third-year veteran, these six apps will guide you through the year and help you stay level headed, focused and relaxed.
Newly formed Kingston Athletics team seeks new member
Eddie Luchford
Newly formed Kingston Athletics team has had an impressive first year debuting in University competition. They came ninth out of fifteen teams at the LUCA Indoor at Lee Valley, with…
No graduation ceremony for KU class of 2021: The River reacts
Kingston University has added itself to the list of UK universities postponing their student's graduation ceremonies with an email sent to all KU students delivering the news. "It would be…