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We want to make sure everyone can make informed decisions about their studies and career. Check out our blogs to gain an insight into a range of fields, we hope you learn something new or simply enjoy reading about our volunteers' journeys.
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What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Psychology Degree
Blerona Krasniqi Starting university was such a big moment for me, it was exciting but also kind of scary. When I first began my...
Jul 284 min read
ALSA UK at the Student Social Mobility Awards 2025
Arijeta Reka Shortlisted for Widening Participation Organisation of the Year. I still can’t quite believe we had the honour of attending...
Jul 142 min read
My Experience Studying Abroad in Japan
Andy Morina Going to Japan had always been a dream of mine, as I had never experienced the culture of a country so far away. I’ve also...
Jul 123 min read
A Day at Endomag: A Fascinating Insight into Medical Innovation
Edona Curraj On the 29th of May 2025, I had the pleasure of joining an inspiring and educational tour of Endomag at their headquarters in...
Jul 82 min read
Working in a London West End Theatre
Greta Geci I am a 22-year-old Albanian working in a west-end theatre. I have had nearly 3 years of experience here, having worked...
Jul 73 min read
Diplomacy and Dialogue: Building Careers Through Conversation
Ervisa Pana Recently, I was able to attend and help with the Diplomacy and Dialogue: Building Careers Through Conversation event as an...
Jul 54 min read
My Experience as a Conference Assistant
Dea Dehari Thanks to ALSA UK, I had the amazing opportunity of being a conference assistant for IBDE’s Annual Conference. IBDE stands for...
May 295 min read
Astronomy: A Spacious, Ever-expanding Field That Has More to Give
Ylli Mlinaku Greetings to all! Today, we are talking about the vast field of Astronomy. Astronomy is an expansive subject dedicated to...
May 243 min read
How I’m Rewriting My Career Path: From Education to Psychology
By Arber Malaj “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor,...
May 114 min read
The Albanian Book Club
Adela Lasku They say a good book can take you places you've never been. Our last one took us to Shkodër. When we started the ALSA...
May 112 min read
ALSA UK In Theory and In Practice
By Arber Malaj Empowerment was fueling through the air at our last installment of the EmpowerHer event, all organised by ALSA UK’s Denisa...
Apr 293 min read
Honouring the Life and Legacy of Luljeta ‘Luli’ Nuzi
Diar Bala Luljeta, or Luli as those who felt her radiating energy called her, dedicated her life to empowering refugees and migrants....
Apr 206 min read
The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Personal and Professional Development
Oltiona Rashica Emotional intelligence is one of the most important qualities a person can develop. It’s the ability to understand and...
Apr 34 min read
"Keep on Rolling with the Flow": Gap Years, Changing Courses and Figuring Life Out
Annabella "Somehow on and on I go, I keep on rollin’ with the flow." – Charlie Rich Throughout my life I have always had a life plan. A...
Mar 276 min read
EmpowerHer: CEO Edition, Christina’s Experience at the ALSA UK Event
Christina I recently attended an event held by ALSA UK in the heart of London. The atmosphere was friendly and very inviting from the...
Mar 115 min read
“Why Would You Choose a Language Degree?” The Value of Language Degrees and How They Are Misconceived
Ersa Lasku As the opportunity to study a language at university arose, I had to ask myself how this degree could be used in the future...
Feb 104 min read
A Leap of Faith: Changing Paths from Medicine to Tech
Genta Hasani As someone who is very meticulous and not at all spontaneous, the decision to apply for a degree which knew nothing about...
Feb 54 min read
Citizen Diplomacy Fellowship: Giving Back to Kosova
Algert Dobra When I decided to study International Development at KCL, the largest motivating factor for me was the desire to one day...
Feb 24 min read
Academic Pathways: Exploring history, culture and academic careers
Roni Dragusha As someone who prides themselves in seeking knowledge, and acting like I don’t like being called a ‘nerd’ (I take it as a...
Dec 26, 20243 min read
Ace That Assessment Centre: My Top Tips for Graduate Scheme Success
Eron Ibrahimi So, you’ve finally landed that coveted assessment centre invite for a graduate scheme – congrats! But now what? These...
Dec 24, 20246 min read
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