Why UEA really is wonderful.

UAE? UEE? UE-what? are just a few of the questions that follow when I tell people that I attend UEA. So, for those in the category of question- askers, I attend the University of East Anglia (UEA). UEA being in Norwich. Norwich being in Norfolk. Norfolk being in East Anglia. East Anglia being in the East of England. And yes, this is totally necessary because even the 'cleverest' of the country can't always place Norfolk on a map. And this saddens me. UEA is a beautiful place in England and so many people overlook potentially attending the university because no one even knows where it is! 

Therefore, this compilation is totally necessary and hopefully raises awareness of the wonderfulness of UEA.

UEA lake

We have our own lake! UEA's lake is located in the heart of the campus amongst suitably impressive views of the emerald green fields and "eye-catching" buildings. Okay, yes. We are a little bit concrete-y. But that just adds to the character and history of the university. This beautiful view was taken on my iPhone last September during picnic by the lake. Everyone needs this as their backdrop to their degree.

The Square

We have a square! And, funnily enough, no, it's not square-shaped. It's kinda diamond-y. But it has steps, an ice cream man, the Union bar, a fountain, a cafe and, most importantly, the sun. Somehow, it attracts the sunshine and retains the heat all day. At the slightest bit of warmth, we all excuse ourselves from the library and  congregate in the square with a cider and a pair of sunglasses.

Pimp My Barrow

And this leads nicely on to.. Pimp My Barrow! PMB is an annual event which is held post-exam period. Teams of five decorate a wheelbarrow and dress up accordingly for the whole day. They then wheel their barrow around a designated route in Norwich stopping at various pubs. There are prizes for the best dressed and a winner at the end of the day for the overall race across Eaton park. It sells out every year and really is a great day! Especially when the weather is amazing.

Here is the "A-Team" last year.

It is based in Norwich.

So this one may be snubbed by some of the country. But, actually, Norwich is amazing and we aren't inbred, hillbilly's or detached from the real world. For the boys, Norwich hosts high class premiership football (just about). And for the girls, a massive shopping mall with House of Fraser, French Connection, River Island and Zara with Topshop near by. It also does alternative shopping which isn't so mainstream. Upper St Giles Street contains a cute bakery, vintage shops and quirky charity shops just around the corner.


So, all in all, UEA is great. And in case anyone still doubts me, here is a video by ueaofficial that 100% confirms it...