About This Blog

Written by students, for students.

Life of a Student is a blog dedicated to the real, unfiltered experience of being a student today. We write about the challenges, the wins, the lessons, and everything in between — because nobody should have to figure it all out alone.

This blog was created to fill a gap: most educational content is either too formal or too generic. We wanted something honest, practical, and relatable — written by people who are actually living the student experience right now.

What We Write About

Study Tips

Practical techniques to help you learn smarter — from note-taking to exam prep.

Mental Health

Honest conversations about stress, anxiety, burnout, and self-care.

Campus Life

Making friends, navigating dorm life, and finding your place at university.

Career & Jobs

CVs, internships, interviews, and life after graduation.

Meet the Team

We're students and graduates from different backgrounds, united by the same goal: helping fellow learners thrive.

Assan Faal

Assan Faal

Student (University)
University of The Gambia · Information Systems
Assan is passionate about tech, education, and helping students navigate university life. He manages content and strategy.
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Fatima Jallow

Graduate
University of Ghana · BSc Psychology
Fatima focuses on mental health content and student wellbeing. She's a former peer counselor and education advocate.
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Michael Okafor

Student (Postgraduate)
University of Lagos · MSc Economics
Michael writes about career advice, internships, and financial literacy for students. He's a former student leader.

Our Mission

Every student deserves access to honest, useful information about navigating education and life. Whether you're in Gambia, Ghana, the UK, or anywhere else — the challenges of being a student are universal. We believe in community, honesty, and practical advice that actually works.

Want to Write for Us?

Are you a student with a story to tell or advice to share? We welcome guest writers. Get in touch and let's talk.