Missing home? How to survive (and thrive) as a student living in London Being a student away from home can be difficult. Here are my tips to help you settle into student life in London.
Capitalism and conflict at the margins: Why online scams flourish in Myanmar’s borderlands In their new research initiative, The Centrality of the Margins, Xu Peng, Jonathan Goodhand, Patrick Meehan and Naomi Yonder ask what explains the concentration and resilience of scam compounds in these remote, war-affected regions.
Sudan's catastrophe: A long history of failed responses to structural and direct violence The current crisis in Sudan has deep roots. Seemingly erupting suddenly, it has in fact been a long time coming.
Careers: How MA Medical Anthropology aided my role as a Global Health Communications Consultant Having graduated with an MA in Medical Anthropology in 2006, Global Health PR/Communication Consultant Sarah Walton-Smith lets us know how her career has been helped by studying at SOAS.
Loy Krathong 2022: Learn about Thailand's very own Festival of Lights Thailand is known for its whole host of different festivals, with Loy Krathong being one of the biggest celebrations of them all. We've put together a brief overview of the festival and how it's celebrated in Thailand.
Financial inclusion in Kenya: Why going beyond access is crucial While mobile money revolutionised access to financial services, the rise of digital credit products presents new challenges. Dr Thereza Balliester Reis and Yaerin Yoon explore the progress made, the emerging risks and the path forward to ensure financial stability and resilience.
Riots in Knowsley: How the state perpetuates violence in asylum accommodation "This is our city". The anti-asylum violence at accommodation centres starts with state-led violent border management policies seen around the world.
Why learning Chinese improves cultural understanding and opens new career opportunities MSc student Alex is working towards becoming fluent in Chinese (Mandarin) and hopes to use his new communication skills when travelling and working.
6 tips for surviving the exam season Exam season can be a stressful and anxiety-filled time, but it doesn't have to be that way! Digital Ambassador Surabhi gives her tips to get through and thrive.