University life: have your say

Competition for university places this year was especially fierce: with more and more people achieving high grades, and a squeeze on university places, many were disappointed – either by failing to get into their first choice of institution, or failing to secure a place at all. For those who managed to get to university, though, the dust is now settling. Freshers week is over, and the hard work has started. As part of our people's panel series , we'd like to hear your take on university life. If you're a student, is your experience of university living up to expectations? Do you feel you're getting your money's worth? Does the bad news about the economy and education cuts seem far away, or an ever-present worry? Have you been involved in student politics? Perhaps you're a mature student, taking the opportunity to train rather than try your chances in a tough jobs market. Or a lecturer or administrator, worried about the effect the higher education review will have on your working life. If you are a reader of Cif and would like to participate, please send an email to Jessica Reed ([email protected]) with a few lines about your experience and your Cif username. Please note that we may not be able to respond to all submissions.