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LSE Student Video Diary: June 2019 — June 2019: Jenn talks about what summer term is like Jennifer Li

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Allison is a postgraduate student from the USA. She spent three years working in the investment banking and technology sectors before starting her MSc at LSE. Allison practices Muay Thai in her spare time and is on the LSE Muay Thai fight team!

LSE Student Video Diary: February 2020 — Top Tips for Commuter Students Allison Murdoch

Chris is a first year undergraduate student from China. He is studying BSc Management and will be telling us about studying at university, what living in halls is like and what the social life at LSE is like!

Nicole is a first year undergraduate student studying BSc Economics. Nicole has lived in Australia, Hong Kong and the UK. She will be telling us about life at LSE and settling in as a first year student!

Anusha is a General Course student and she will be telling us about the benefits of studying at LSE and the range of opportunities available to General Course students.

LSE Student Video Diary: April 2020 — A weekend away at Cumberland Lodge Anusha Agarwal

LSE Student Video Diary: May 2020 — General Course Events Anusha Agarwal

Amanda is a General Course student from the United States. This year she will be telling us what it is like to be an international student living in London and how to make the most of a year abroad.

Hi! My name is Krista and I'm a first year undergraduate student at LSE studying BSc Management. Although I am American and Estonian, I lived in Strasbourg, France my whole life before moving to London for my first year of university. Exploring London has quickly become one of my favourite activities during my free time, as it is such a vibrant and dynamic city! Other than that, I have joined LSE's very own hip hop crew, which allows me to pursue my passion for dance alongside my studies.

LSE Student Video Diary: March 2019 — March 2019: Benefits of studying in London Krista Sillaste

LSE Student Video Diary: December 2018 — December 2018: Krista talks about the differences between high school and university life Krista Sillaste

LSE Student Video Diary: November 2018 — November 2018: A day with Krista Krista Sillaste

Hi, I'm Jenn! I'm a graduate student at LSE studying a MSc in Media and Communications. Originally from Detroit, Michigan in the US, I recently finished my undergad in Business Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California. Outside of school, you'll find me at LSE Dance Club, playing volleyball, hanging at the pub with friends, or exploring London. I can't wait to see what this year has in store!

LSE Student Video Diary: April 2019 — April 2019: Course selection and interesting courses Jennifer Li

Hi! My name is Magdalena and I am completing a Masters in International Social and Public Policy at LSE. I am from a suburb of Chicago, Batavia, in the United States. When I'm not studying I like to go to the movies, attend yoga classes, and go sightseeing in London.

LSE Student Video Diary: January 2019 — January 2019: Magdalena’s tips for what to pack before she left for LSE Magdalena Parkhurst

HI! My name is Anna and I am a junior at Sarah Lawrence College, concentrating in International Studies. Currently, I am enrolled on the LSE General Course. I am American/Estonian and I love to spend my time exploring museums and watching live theatre performances. Additionally, I am a campaign manager for LSE's Amnesty International Society.

LSE Student Video Diary: July 2019 — July 2019: Things to know about the General Course by Anna Unger Anna Unger

Hi! My name is Sim, and I'm a junor at Carnegie Mellon University, double majoring in International Relations and Politics and Decision Science. I'm currently a General Course student at LSE. On campus, I'm involved in the Women in Politics Society and TedxLSE. In my free time, you can find me exploring other parts of the UK and Europe!

I’m a junior at Johns Hopkins University, majoring in International Studies and Global Environmental Change and Sustainability, currently enrolled in the General Course at LSE. I love any sort of water activity and all water sports, yoga, as well as spending time outdoors.

LSE Student Video Diary: March 2018 — March 2018: Constanza compares studying in the UK with studying in the US. Constanza Mayz. Music: Deep in Love by Blue Wednesday

Student video diary, January 2018: How Constanza made friends at LSE — January 2018: In her second video diary, Constanza talks about making friends at LSE and the different culture shocks she has experienced so far.

Student video diary, December 2017: Studying abroad in London — December 2017: Constanza shows us around Passfield Hall and tell us about being a General Course student.

Hi, I'm Joyinola Layonu. I'm a 25 year old graduate student at LSE, studying EU Politics. I'm both British and Nigerian. Currently, I'm living in London and I love it so much. In my spare time, I love to explore fun places to eat, read, travel and write think pieces.

February 2018: Joy's social life at LSE — February 2018: Joy shares with us her top 3 places to eat and what she gets up to outside of academic work at LSE. Joyinola Layonu

Student Video Diary, February 2018: Joy's graduate application tips — Joy, our graduate video diarist, gives us her tips for choosing a course and applying to LSE for graduate study.

Student video diary, December 2017: Joy's first impressions of LSE — December 2017: Joy talks about making friends during Welcome week

Hi! I’m Sanjana and I'm a first year undergraduate student at LSE, studying BSc Economics with Economic History. Originally from Singapore, I've lived all over South East Asia and I'm really excited to start this new chapter in London. When I'm not studying, I like to cook, go for runs and explore London trying to find some of the coolest cafes and eateries around.

Student Video Diary, April 2018: A day with Sanjana — April 2018: Sanjana shares a day at LSE with us and gives us an insight into her modules.

Student Video Diary, March 2018: Being a student in London by Sanjana — March 2018: Sanjana gives us her tips on living independently and tells us about what it's like to live in London.

Student video diary, January 2018: Sanjana joins four student societies at LSE — January 2018: Sanjana talks to us about the four societies she’s joined this year and how she made friends here at LSE.

Student video diary, December 2017: Sanjana explores London — December 2017: Sanjana tells us about Welcome week and exploring central London

Hi! I'm Alex and I'm studying BSc International Relations and History. I've come to LSE via Bristol, Australia and California and I'm looking forward to spending time in London. Outside of the 'academic bubble' you'd probably find me relaxing in the park or pub with friends, but I am also partial to the arts - especially concerts and comedy nights!

Student video diary, June 2017: Alex looks back over his first year at LSE — June 2017: After his last exam, Alex summarises his first year experience

Student video diary, June 2017: Alex's exam experience — June 2017: Recorded over several weeks of exams, Alex tells us about the highs and lows of exam season at LSE

Student video diary, April 2017: Alex's experiences as a London student — April 2017: Alex's experiences as a London student. Alex talks about what it feels like to live in one of the world's greatest cities and how he adapted to London life, including the cost factor

Student video diary, March 2017: Alex adapts to studying at university — March 2017: Alex adapts to studying at university. Going from school to university is a big change, which requires reading, revising and even thinking differently. Alex describes how he's adapting to and enjoying the challenge

Student video diary, February 2017: The LSE campus from Alex's point of view — February 2017: The LSE campus from Alex's point of view. Alex shows us around LSE's central London campus, particularly the places he spends most of his time

Student Video Diary, December 2016: Alex's advice for making friends at university — December 2016: Alex's advice for making friends at university. Alex talks about his experiences of meeting people at LSE, from not knowing what to expect, to finding friends in a variety of places

Student video diary, November 2016: Alex moves to London! — November 2016: Alex moves to London! Alex tells us his tips for settling in to uni, and shows us his walk home from LSE through Bloomsbury

Hi I’m Katherine. I’m 22 and I study MSc Social Anthropology (Religion in the Contemporary World). My other interests include visiting art exhibitions, baking and watching period dramas. I’ve been studying in London for the past four years now - I love it and I think its great to live here as a student!

Student video diary, March 2017: Socialising alongside graduate study — March 2017: Socialising alongside graduate study. Katherine talks about the importance of relaxing as well as working, and shows us some of her recent social events.

Student Video Diary, February 2017: Katherine handles the challenges and rewards of graduate study — February 2017: Katherine handles the challenges and rewards of graduate study. How does a graduate degree compare to undergraduate study? Katherine discusses how she’s adapted to the pressures of her intense LSE degree, and how she feels rewarded for all her hard work

Student video diary, December 2016: Why I chose to live in graduate Halls: Katherine tells us about Sidney Webb House — December 2016: Why I chose to live in graduate Halls: Katherine tells us about Sidney Webb House. Katherine discusses the advantages of living in a graduate Hall like Sidney Webb

Student video diary, November 2016: Meet Katherine, our new graduate video diarist! — November 2016: Meet Katherine, our new graduate video diarist! Katherine talks about why she chose LSE, and how she’s found the first term; plus she interviews some fellow graduate students

Hi there, I am Yea Won and I am a first year undergraduate studying Economics. It's my first time here in London and I'm really excited to be sharing a part of my life here with you. Keep watching my videos for more about me and my life at LSE!

Student video diary, June 2017: Yea Won’s exam experience: managing your stress — June 2017: Yea Won gives her tips for dealing with the inevitable stress of exams in a healthy, productive way

Student video diary, April 2017: Yea Won takes us on a tour of the LSE Library — April 2017: Join Yea Won on a tour of the British Library of Political and Economic Science, LSE's main library

Student video diary, April 2017: Yea Won shows us around the Saw Swee Hock Student Centre — April 2017: Yea Won shows us around LSE’s Student Centre, with all its extra-curricular resources

Student video diary, March 2017: How Yea Won made friends at LSE — March 2017: How Yea Won made friends at LSE. There are many ways to make friends at LSE; Yea Won tells us how she met people, and where she likes to hang out with her friends

Student video diary, February 2017: Yea Won on degree structures and her January exam — February 2017: Yea Won on degree structures and her January exam. Yea Won explains how LSE undergraduate degrees are structured around compulsory and optional courses. She also tells us how she found her very first LSE exam

Student video diary, December 2016: Figuring out finances: Yea Won’s budgeting advice — December 2016: Figuring out finances: Yea Won’s budgeting advice Yea Won explains your living costs at LSE, plus travels outside of London!

Student video diary, November 2016: Yea Won settles into LSE — November 2016: Yea Won settles into LSE. Yea Won gives an international student’s perspective on moving to London and Welcome Week at LSE

I'm a third-year undergrad student majoring in Economics at the University of Georgia (UGA), spending a year abroad at LSE on the General Course. Having never been to England before, I'm incredibly excited for this opportunity to live in a big city for the first time and explore around the UK and Europe.

Student video diary, May 2017: Zack looks back on his year at LSE — May 2017: Zack reflects on the benefits of studying on a study abroad programme for a full academic year

Student video diary, April 2017: Zack integrates into the LSE community — April 2017: Zack integrates into the LSE community. Being on the General Course means fully integrating into the LSE community for your year of study. Zack talks about meeting people in classes, societies and Halls

Student video diary, March 2017: Zack tells us about the General Course social calendar — March 2017: Zack tells us about the General Course social calendar. As part of the General Course study abroad programme, students enjoy a busy social schedule

Student video diary, February 2017: Zack explains how the UK study system compares to what he’s used to in the USA — February 2017: Zack explains how the UK study system compares to what he’s used to in the USA. As a General Course student, Zack is at LSE for a whole year. He explains how things are different here, compared to his degree in the USA: from class structure, to workload, and how he’s graded at LSE

Student video diary, December 2016: Zack adapts to LSE and life in the UK — December 2016: Zack adapts to LSE and life in the UK. Zack talks about settling in to his year at LSE, and interviews some fellow General Course students

Student video diary, November 2016: Zack studies abroad at LSE — November 2016: Zack studies abroad at LSE Zack is a new student on General Course, LSE’s study abroad option. Ordinarily a student in the USA, Zack is spending a year in London. In this video he discusses why he chose the General Course and how he’s found his first weeks at LSE

Hi there, I'm Bertram. I'm a first year at LSE, studying BSc Philosophy and Economics. I really enjoy drama, especially going to the theatre. I'm looking forward to sharing my LSE experience with you all so watch this space for our video diaries!

Student video diary, June 2016: Bertram, Jenna and Liz reflect on their first year at LSE — June 2016: Bertram, Jenna and Liz reflect on their first year at LSE

Student video diary, May 2016: Bertram’s top tips for exam revision — May 2016: Bertram’s top tips for exam revision

Student video diary, March 2016: Bertram tells us about the many ways to meet friends at LSE — March 2016: Bertram tells us about the many ways to meet friends at LSE

Student video diary, January 2016: Bertram tells us about his favourite classes on his joint Philosophy and Economics degree — January 2016: Bertram tells us about his favourite classes on his joint Philosophy and Economics degree

Student video diary, December 2015: Bertram gets used to university style working — December 2015: Bertram gets used to university style working

Student video diary, October 2015: Bertram settles into Bankside Halls — October 2015: Bertram settles into Bankside Halls

I am a first year undergraduate studying BSc International Relations. Travelling is my passion - bringing along with me my voracious appetite, my beloved camera and obsessive Instagramming. I'm most likely to be found out and about in London trying to find cheap, photogenic street food or tucked in bed with a good novel.

Student video diary, May 2016: Jenna counts down to exams — May 2016: Jenna counts down to exams

Student video diary, March 2016: Jenna talks about how she’s adjusted to working at university, and what you can expect when you move from school. — March 2016: Jenna talks about how she’s adjusted to working at university, and what you can expect when you move from school

Student video diary, January 2016: Jenna tells us about the many ways to meet friends at LSE — January 2016: Jenna tells us about the many ways to meet friends at LSE

Student video diary, December 2015: Jenna's favourite classes — December 2015: Jenna's favourite classes

Student video diary, October 2015: Jenna's first few weeks at LSE — October 2015: Jenna's first few weeks at LSE

I'm Liz, studying BA Social Anthropology. Born and bred in East London, studying at LSE is both familiar and completely different from anything else I've done. I'm a lefty feminist who loves campaigning for causes just as much as I love tea and baking delicious cakes.

Student video diary, March 2016: Liz tells us about AN100, an introductory anthropology class that’s been a highlight of her year — March 2016: Liz tells us about AN100, an introductory anthropology class that’s been a highlight of her year

Student video diary: January 2016: Studying at LSE: Liz’s game show! — January 2016: Studying at LSE: Liz’s game show!

Student video diary, December 2015: Liz shows us the social side of LSE — December 2015: Liz shows us the social side of LSE

Student video diary, October 2015: Liz shows us a typical day at LSE — October 2015: Liz shows us a typical day at LSE

Student activities Sports, culture, media, arts, music, volunteering and public lectures

London life What's it like to study in London? The benefits and how to live economically in the city

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LSE student vlogs

The LSE experience from our students' point of view

Follow new students' journeys from Welcome Week to summer exams, as they settle in to LSE life, explore London... and sometimes write an essay too!

2019/20 Allison Murdoch, MSc Human Resources and Organisations (Organisational Behaviour)

2019/20 Christopher Zhang, BSc Management

2019/20 Nicole Fong, BSc Economics

2019/20 Anusha Agarwal, The General Course

2019/20 Amanda McCann, The General Course

2018/19: Krista, France, BSc Management

2018/19: Jenn, USA, MSc Media and Communications

2018/19: Magdalena, USA, MSc International Social and Public Policy

2018/19: Anna Unger, USA, The General Course

2018/19: Smriti Ahuja, USA, The General Couse

2017/18: Constanza, USA, General Course (study abroad at LSE)

2017/18: Joyinola, UK, MSc EU Politics

2017/18: Sanjana, Singapore, BSc Economics with Economic History

2016/17: Alex, UK, BSc International Relations

2016/17: Katherine, UK, MSc Social Anthropology (Religion in the Contemporary World)

2016/17: Yea Won, South Korea, BSc Economics

2016/17: Zack, USA, General Course (study abroad at LSE)

2015/16: Bertram, UK, BSc Philosophy and Economics

2015/16: Jenna, Taiwan, BSc International Relations

2015/16: Liz, UK, BA Social Anthropology

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