Tasha spent a couple of weeks meeting with students from across the Hub network to work out what they really thought of Student Hubs and...
And… Charity Apprentice is launched!
Last Friday was officially my last day at work and as a wonderful finishing touch, it coincided with the launch of the project that was...
My summer of social impact and sustainable food
Like most applicants, I applied to the Students Hubs’ Social Impact Internship Scheme a little unsure of where I would end up but confident in...
Oxford Hub win Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
“The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service is the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK to recognise outstanding work done in their...
My Ethical Internship Experience
While I’ve long been certain that I want to pursue a career that makes a positive impact on society, if you’d asked me back in...
Climate Research: why economists and scientists need to talk more
Climate research is a well established, growing research field. Since its inception, it has always been closely linked to the economic benefits of being able...
Green Communication: a little less conversation, a little more (green) action
Every week I meet loads of students who are interested in environmental and sustainability issues. Whether they are involved in organising a Climate Forum, attending...
When Social Action becomes Social Change
I started volunteering seriously during sixth form. I volunteered at a local day centre for people with disabilities during year 12 and 13. I was...
Can Students change the way our generation thinks about Mental Health?
I am a PhD student at Oxford University and I’ve been volunteering in the area of student mental health for over six years. There are...
SVW 2013: Volunteering at home and abroad
International Volunteering is an increasingly popular way to see the world for young travellers. Volunteering locally before you go is a great way to develop...
SVW 2013: Volunteering and the Big Society
Student Volunteering Week is a nationwide celebration of student volunteering, taking place from the 11th to the 16th February. At universities all over the country...