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Welcome to the Library Blog

From reflective writing to digital skills, academic writing to careers and research, our new Library Blog offers insights, tips and news across a wide range of topics.

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Ramadan Mubarak: Ramadan Study Tips

Student Voice
Mar 03 2025 By : Mariam Settas and Mohamed Hassanien

Ramadan ReflectionAs we are approaching the blessed month of Ramadan, it is only fitting for many of us observing this holy month to read and truly reflect on the wo

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How a career opportunity at Arden changed my life, and it could change yours too!

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Nov 28 2023 By : Emma Hinkins

For the past four years I have been studying for a psychology degree at Arden University.

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Studying and working full-time: an ongoing journey

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Jul 11 2023 By : Sofia Vougiatzi, BA(Hons) Graphic Design

Coming up with an opening line for this article was quite challenging.

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Breaking the mould: rising from ACEs to academia

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Apr 18 2023 By : Lauren Dore

Breaking the mould: rising from ACEs to academia  

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Are you able to study, work, and emigrate all at once?

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Nov 22 2022 By : Lorena Martinez Ramirez, MSc Data Analytics & Information Systems Management [Berlin]

I often thought I wouldn't be able to complete my master's degree in Germany when I set the aim for myself, and I have only partially succeeded in doing so.

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A tale of an underdog!

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Jun 08 2022 By : Sarah L. Crowley, BA (Hons) Psychology & Sociology Student

I would love to say that my career and the educational path are the stuff of fairy tales, like Cinderella and her glass slipper, the end!

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Student Voice: "Can’t teach an old dog new tricks? I beg to differ!"

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Apr 06 2022 By : Jeanne Volschenk, BA(Hons) Business Student

I am proud to state that I’m a mature BA (Hons) Business student in my first year at Arden University.  I am proud to share t

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Ramadan Mubarak: Ramadan Study Tips
03 Mar 2025
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If at first you don’t succeed then try, try, and try again
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Focus, Motivation, and ADHD
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Definite Definitions: Clarity and Critical Writing
27 Sep 2024
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Learning Success: Lessons from the Olympics
23 Aug 2024
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How to get back into books: Advice from a reformed reader
09 Aug 2024
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Books, books and more books – celebrating our eBook collections this World Book Day!
07 Mar 2024
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