University can be tough, especially for a fresher. All those nights out can really take their toll, especially on the old bank balance – which has affected one student so much, that shes launched an appeal for the public to help her get out of debt.
Emma McCormick, a first-year at Newcastle University, decided to take inspiration from a campaign to get Kanye West out of debt by starting her own GoFundMe page almost two months ago with the goal of raising £500. Downside? Shes only managed to reach £10.
In her fundraising appeal, the 18-year-old, whos originally from Northern Ireland, says: After embarking on a voyage to the mainland (aka England), Ive faced the hardships that every student has underwent.
The costs …
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