Alisha RatcliffeBA English | 2nd year | Manchester, EnglandI’m 20 years old and originally from Manchester, now in my second year at Queens studying English. I’m obsessed with cats, cooking programmes and spending money on pointless things I don’t need. I am a member of QUB Ladies Rowing, I work at Belfast Waterfront and I love eating out (or anything food related). |
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My Experience of Being on a Student Committee
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 29 March, 2019
Have you ever considered being on the committee of your favourite society at Queen's? Alisha is talking about her experience being the English Society Secretary as well as why she thinks everyone should consider applying for a post.

What It’s Like to Work for Queen’s When You're a Student
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 22 March, 2019
Did you know that there are a variety of student jobs available at Queen’s? From the QFT to the SU Shop, even Blogging, there are lots of interesting roles! Alisha is sharing why working for Queen’s is the perfect way to fit a job around her studies.

Your Practical Guide to Moving into Queen’s Student Accommodation
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 4 May, 2018
So, you’ve got the grades and confirmed your offer at Queen’s, but now you face what seems like your first big feat as an adult – moving out.

7 Truths Every English Studies Student at Queen’s Knows
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 11 April, 2018
Six hours of class a week does not mean it's easy, okay?

An open letter to my 17-year-old self, three years after I almost missed out on coming to Queen’s
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 22 March, 2018

A Student’s Guide to Living in Stranmillis
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 13 February, 2018
There are lots of affordable areas where students choose to live after they move on from Queen’s accommodation. Here, undergraduate Alisha Ratcliffe explains why she chose Stranmillis.

Christmas in Belfast on a budget
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 19 October, 2017
December is an expensive month, but you can still feel festive on a student budget, says English undergraduate Alisha Ratcliffe.

Five Thoughts Every Fresher Has the First Night in Halls
Alisha Ratcliffe, BA English | 19 October, 2017
Yes, you are independent enough to leave home and you are #adulting so hard right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t miss your mum, says undergraduate Alisha Ratcliffe, from Manchester, England.