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As a fourth-year that has attended Starfields every year, this year’s event was, in my experience, the best one yet. I felt it was the perfect end to my last ever fresher’s week, and the best start to the semester. As I heard someone say upon entering, ‘the vibes are 10/10’. Credit: Estella Levi Starfields is an annual charity event run by FS, and each year the funds raised through tickets and sponsorships go to a different charity; this year raised money for Young Lives vs C

Last year, at the end of second semester, a curious publication found itself in the hands of students entering the library in the run-up to exam season. While anyone unfortunate enough to be bestowed with this incoherent attempt at a newspaper could hardly assess it at first glance, closer inspection proved it a conservative (or perhaps more accurately, far right) mess of articles. As one anonymous student recalls: "Standing directly behind [The Saint’s library handout] were

It's the complaint that comes up time and time again, lamented on by students until entire friend groups are blue in the face: what is it about this town that has caused the dating scene to wither away to the sad state we find it in today? Credit: Pinterest My friend group consists of beautiful, interesting, talented women – none of whom should struggle to find partners, should they be seeking them. Yet only two of these women are in relationships, with both of these relation

Walking along the Madras Rugby pitches in the dimming light, chatting to mates, letting our words flow into the evening vespers, there was a distinct buzz in the air. Looking around, I could see a plethora of others following our trajectory, varied groups, dinner jackets mixed with spring dresses, interweaving, all homing in on this one beacon, flashing, pulsing ahead, inviting us to join its revelry — the Kate Kennedy May Ball. Credit: The Kate Kennedy Club Jasper Kirkby, th

Race2 2026 saw 175 students race from Scotland to Madrid. With 69 teams in total, the event managed to raise over £65,000 (and still counting) for the union affiliated charities.

By Ethan Forbes Credit: reneemagritte.org For many final year students such as myself, the end of our studies, graduation and entering the big bad world are looming large. For many of us, this is a time that is plagued by more questions than answers. What are you going to do after graduating? Do you have a job yet? Are you going to do a master’s degree? But surprisingly, the most important question may be... what are you wearing to graduation?  On the one hand, while we are

How the Cheesy Toast Shack in St Andrews uses its ‘Seagull Insurance’ to help the community Emily Campbell Often in a world with so much negative news, it can be really hard to focus on the positives in our own lives and the world around us. However, the Cheesy Toast Shack here in St Andrews is fighting against that narrative, one toastie at a time. The Cheesy Toast Shack originally came to St Andrews in 2018 ( The Daily Mail ) and quickly became a local favorite. However, w

The medical students of St Andrews were prematurely allocated their partner schools on Thursday, the 29th of January. This allocation, supposed to take place on Friday the 6th of February, brought with it tears and confusion. The students on the English allocation route were asked to rank their preference as either Manchester — which offers many different hospitals — or Barts, a medical school based in London. The allocation decision was made by the University based on the pu

An 18% price increase in AMH accomodation fees sparks controversy in St Andrews.

We have all been there in the weeks leading up to Halloween. While your main concern may be snagging a Fright Night ticket, the ultimate conundrum still remains: what should our group costume be for Halloween? Think of this article as your ‘how-to’ guide to coming up with the best group costume and throwing a spooktacular party to match. Whether you are in need of last-minute ideas or already planning ahead for next year, this article will give you a bunch of suggestions

The study of medicine is a selfless dedication to a lifetime of learning, compassion, and problem solving. It is amongst some of the most admirable professions and is fundamental to any thriving society. Medicine has been taught at the University of St Andrews for almost 600 years, streaming out a steady supply of hardworking individuals ready to make a difference in the lives of others. However, this workforce has recently started to reveal some flaws and the medical student

Credit: Elizabeth Blakeslee Like most students hoping to shop affordably and sustainably, you’ve probably indulged in retail shopping from the comfort of your lecture hall via Vinted or Depop. However, with prices on both platforms going up, and general fears about not quite knowing if what shows up at your door will be what you actually wanted, in-person shopping might just be the better way to go. If you want to buy new yet ethical and eco-conscious items, your first tho

In honor of it officially being autumn, and the end of New York Fashion Week (NYFW), it’s time to stay on the lookout for upcoming autumn and winter trends. This particular article will explain how NYFW has predicted and influenced certain styles for autumn and winter that may be of interest to St Andrews students. The first trend on the agenda is… pinstripes! Pinstripes were seen all throughout NYFW. Whether it's a blazer, flared pants, or even a blouse, pinstripes add the

By Kaitlyn Kings On Friday the 26th of September, our University lost a valuable member when The Right Honourable Lord Campbell of...

By Estella Levi-French Being back in St Andrews along with the arrival of Autumn, I have noticed tons of both practical and stylish bags...

Tips and tricks to update your formal wardrobe.

The University of St Andrews Women’s Football Team (@ustafootball) has achieved an amazing victory, securing the 2025 Women’s Football...

A definitive ranking of the Aperol Spritzes in the small town of St Andrews.