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Cilla Black is a national institution. For some, she’s the flame-haired singer who led women in the Swinging Sixties, for others she was Miss Saturday Night, keeping us glued to our screens on Blind Date and Surprise Surprise. For all of us, she is, quite simply, a legend in the world of entertainment.
I am here and experiencing college first hand and here are a few things I’ve discovered after my first few weeks in the second year at Northampton College.
I’ve had a wonderful time here so far studying journalism and this year is possibly the most fun I’ve had, with teachers making all of the lessons really enjoyable.
Here are my top tips for making the most of your time at Northampton College
Ever since EGX, otherwise known as Eurogamer, started in 2008 it has become the go-to destination for gaming fans eager to enjoy a sneak preview of hotly anticipated new releases and for indie and student developers to showcase their projects.
What do employers look for?
That’s a question we’ve all asked at some point, particularly when we’re thinking about applying for a new job. Of course, every employer is different. I can’t claim to be an avid follower of Alan Sugar’s Apprentice, now back on our screens. However, I’m not sure he’s absolutely typical of what you’ll find when you start brushing up your CV.
No doubt you’ve heard this more than once from your tutors, but good advice is worth repeating.
Be punctual and get here on time for all your classes.
Being late is not only against college rules, it also makes your life so much more complicated. A candidate would never arrive late for an interview; they simply would not get the job. So, please don’t fall into the trap of tardiness.
