Hannah Thomson speaks with one young graduate working behind the scenes at Glasgow 2014. With just 174 days to go until the Commonwealth Games, Glasgow’s already gearing up for what is set to be one of the most memorable events in Scottish history. Around 2.3 million tickets were requested for the Games with only one… Continue reading Working at Glasgow 2014
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The all-singing, all-dancing medical student
We all dream of having the full package – angelic singer, graceful dancer and sought-after actor… And for some, this is a reality. Vicki Robertson, 21, originally from Ladybank in Fife has just been cast as Sandy in Grease, which will be showing at Glasgow’s King’s Theatre this April. Not only has she got the… Continue reading The all-singing, all-dancing medical student
The recipe for success
The prospect of heading out into the big, bad working world is daunting – but that shouldn’t stop you from exploring your options. Bagging your dream job may seem impossible, especially if you don’t know what that is yet. But it is possible. All you need is the right amount of determination, work ethic, and,… Continue reading The recipe for success
A day in the life of a dance student
Ever dreamt of a career in dance, but don’t know enough about it to give it a go? Well, you will soon! Source sat down for a chat with 17-year-old Aimee, who is in her first year studying dance at Glasgow Clyde College. She breaks down the ins and outs of being a dance student…… Continue reading A day in the life of a dance student
5 reasons why Made In Chelsea is not a realistic career choice
Tonight’s the night we’ve all been waiting for (or the editorial team at Source HQ at the very least). Our favourite gang of London-based socialites are back on our telly screens for another series of eye-rolling, awkward silences, love triangles/ squares/pentagons and more champagne than you can shake a Chanel handbag at. Yep, Made In… Continue reading 5 reasons why Made In Chelsea is not a realistic career choice
What if I don’t know what I want to do?
Gap year student Leila Wallace offers some words of wisdom to those who aren’t quite sure what the future holds for them… When we were five, we all had our own idea about what we wanted to be when we grew up, some beyond our wildest dreams. Princesses we saw in Disney films, football icons… Continue reading What if I don’t know what I want to do?
Stuck in a rut? Not a chance!
If you study astronomy, journalism or business are you forever committed to a career in the industry? We met with some people who say the world is still your oyster after graduation… Computer Animation to Tattoo Artistry Kirstin Stevenson is a 25 year old from Holytown nearGlasgow and has jumped from one career straight… Continue reading Stuck in a rut? Not a chance!
CELEB GRAD: Joseph Thompson
You might know him better as Hollyoaks’ devious Dr Browning, but Joseph Thompson’s incredible performance as the menacing medic didn’t come out of nowhere – the actor got the foundations of his craft from a drama degree at Bristol University. He stopped by to tell us more about his student experience… How would you sum… Continue reading CELEB GRAD: Joseph Thompson
Fashion First
If you dream of a career in fashion, why not take matters into your own hands? Cait Thomson caught up with one young Scots design team making waves in the industry… Hardwear, the brainchild of Holly Baxter, 23, and 28-year-old Matthias McGregor, has already made an impact on the Scottish fashion scene with its stunning… Continue reading Fashion First