Tag: university

KSU Announces ‘Period Lockers’ In University

Starting this academic year, the University of Malta will provide a “Period Locker” stocked with pads, tampons, and liners for free to students.     This initiative was made possible through a partnership between Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (KSU) and VJ Salomone Marketing, who urged students to be considerate of others and only take what they […]

Autistic Man Becomes The Youngest Black Professor At Cambridge University

  Jason Arday is a professor at Cambridge with a truly inspirational story.     Before the age of 11, Jason Arday was mute, and until the age of 18, he was unable to read or write.   Now at the age of 37, he has opened up about his struggles with autism and learning […]

KSU Careers Expo Is Back For 2023!

  The KSU Careers Expo is back again for this year!   Get ready to meet 30+ companies from various industries at the KSU-PwC Malta Careers Expo, taking place in the heart of the University of Malta over 3 days.   Sip on some coffee courtesy of Kokka Cafe’ ☕, grab some freebies, and chat […]

KSU Launch TEDx Event With University Of Malta

  TEDx is coming to Malta!   Malta, a country steeped in history and tradition, is often seen as a crossroads between the past and the present. As a small island nation with a rich cultural heritage, it is important to understand the essence of who we are as Maltese. This includes our roots, quirks, […]

Uni Lecturer Accused Of Selling Meth To Students

  A US professor has been accused of running his own ‘Breaking Bad’ style crystal meth operation.     The professor, 65-year-old Sergey Macharet was arrested on 1st February after complaints were made to the police by women who said they were approached by him.   Apparently, he wasn’t just selling crystal meth, but also […]

University of Malta Lecturers Holding Meetings About ChatGPT

  ChatGPT has officially made it to the University of Malta seniors 👀   Academics at UM are holding ‘senior-level’ meetings about students using ChatGPT for their assignments or online exams     ChatGPT is an online AI-writing model that has grown in popularity amongst students to help them with writing their essays. All you […]

Your Last Chance To Apply For KSU Students’ Fest 2023

The much-awaited Students’ Fest is finally back and this is your last chance to apply for ‘Alice In Bormla’.     KSU is still looking for people to join their Makeup and Costume Team, Cast and Crew. Check out the details below!   #1 Crew   The Crew is responsible for building the set, the […]

Uni Toilets Vandalised With Anti-Trans Hate Speech

  The Third Eye has reported that anti-trans hate speech was found in University’s gender-neutral bathroom.   After seeing such homophobic and transphobic comments, the student media organisation, The Third Eye, has launched an initiative called #RespectMe. Throughout this initiative, they will be attaching posters, as well as sticky notes, to promote positivity throughout campus.     […]

The KSU Grad Ball is back after 3 years

  The long-awaited KSU Grad Ball is back again after 3 long years 🤩   The KSU Grad Ball is an iconic night and a staple event for all University students throughout the years. It’s back again this year on 17th December. It is hosted by KSU and organised specifically for graduating students to celebrate […]

Father & Son Graduate University Together

Father and son Graduate law course at the University Of Malta together. Philip Mifsud and his son Andre Mifsud share their experience of studying at university together. This is rather uncommon and not an experience many people go through. See what they had to say about their experience below:   View this post on Instagram […]

University of Malta Students Protest Against Campus Hub

  University students and organisations gathered around Campus Hub building on Friday to protest against the hyper-commercialisation of campus life.   The issue came about ever since Campus Hub announced the new parking tariffs and students saw a significant increase from a €2 flat rate to €6.50 for anytime between five and 13 hours. After […]

Students Rage As Campus Hub Increases Parking Fee

Campus Hub just announced its new Car Park Tariffs and it is safe to say that the majority of University students are disappointed by the news 💸   Students will now be charged by the hour and it will only be free if one parks for 15 minutes or 2 hours when purchasing items from […]

KSU Unveil New Mural At University In Honour Of Daphne Caruana Galizia

  Have you seen this mural yet?     KSU unveiled this new mural dedicated to Daphne Caruana Galizia yesterday afternoon.   This mural, painted by Amy Aquilina, Alessia Cacciatore and Rasha Belle Zammit Cutajar, can be found at the University of Malta. It features Daphne herself writing “I’d rather be hungry and free than […]

The KSU Freshers’ Week Is Back For 2022

  The KSU Freshers’ Week is back & bigger than ever for 2022!   Check out some of the most important things that you shouldn’t miss out on, happening this Freshers’ at Uni below:   1. Get your Parking Permit Unless you want a shining bright yellow accessory (a.k.a. the clamp) attached to your car, […]

KSU Propose Higher Pay For Teachers In New Policy Paper

  New survey results and proposals are out to shake up the education system in Malta!   The University of Malta student council, KSU, just launched their policy paper centred on Educational Reform in Malta.   The paper includes some impressive survey results and proposals about the educational system in Malta.     KSU had […]

KSU Opens New Vintage Study Area At University Of Malta

  The University of Malta now has a cute new study area all thanks to KSU!     Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (KSU) has opened a new study space at the heart of UM for students to use.   All of the furniture in the study area is either vintage or upcycled found around uni. It […]