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Author: Ana Hythe-Oram

Leaving campus accommodation this winter

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 21 October 2025

Winter vacation is just around the corner! As you’re probably aware, the University closes its doors for a festive break on Friday 22 December 2025, … Read more

Reporting faults in your accommodation made easy with Home at Halls

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 17 October 2025

Living on campus should be convenient, comfortable, and hassle-free — and when something isn’t quite right, the Home at Halls app makes it super easy … Read more

How to maintain a happy household

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 12 October 2025

University accommodation could be the place where you go onto make life long friends. However, we all know it’s not always that easy and that … Read more

What to expect whilst staying on campus

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 29 September 2025

We’re delighted you choose to live on campus! We hope you’ve finished unpacking and have had a chance to meet some of your new flatmates … Read more

Arrivals survey – how was your experience?

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 27 September 2025

Don’t forget to complete the arrivals survey to help us give the best student experience. You have arrived and survived Welcome Week! We hope you … Read more

Settling In at Kent: My Student Accommodation Experience as an International Student

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 24 September 2025

Moving to a new country for university is both exciting and overwhelming. As an international student from Italy, adjusting to life in the UK—especially accommodation—was … Read more

Getting to know your flatmates

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 29 August 2025

When you first move to university, your flatmates will be some of the first people you meet. Finding fun activities to do together can be … Read more

Moving In? Don’t Forget Your Room Inventory!

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 21 August 2025

You’ve just arrived at uni, unpacked your bags, and maybe even decorated your room with plants and posters. Before you get too comfy, there’s one … Read more

Laundry service on campus

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 10 July 2025

We’ve made improvements to our laundry facilities! Over the summer, most of our campus laundries have been upgraded to a new provider, WashCo, to give … Read more

Preparing your accommodation for vacation or departure

By Ana Hythe-Oram | 15 June 2025

Whether you’re leaving your accommodation for a short vacation, an extended break, or at the end of the academic year, there are a few important … Read more

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