What's in my School Bag 2023 (for English at Oxford)
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- Опубліковано 15 сер 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions:
😇 How old are you? 23
📝 What are you studying? I am set to start my MA in English Literature at Oxford this autumn.
📚What are your favourite books? • 200 book recommendatio...
📚 Do you have a book club? Yes! You can join it here for free: fable.co/club/reading-with-th...
📝 Have you written a book? My life goal is to be a published author and make a living from writing and I am using this year to gain experience, build up a portfolio and work on a book with my agent. I have just finished the final draft of that book, as you can see in this video. I did self-publish a book about bullying when I was seventeen which is available on Amazon (amzn.to/3mdJKLm), but I'm slightly embarrassed by it now!
🎃 Do you have merch? I don't have merch in the traditional sense (I can't imagine selling something with my face or name on haha!), but I do have a stationery company where I sell planners for students. These are all designed with students in mind and follow models which I've used when planning my studying. Our products are printed in pastel colours on recycled paper: bit.ly/3wgsR85
🍵 What's your favourite tea? That's a REALLY hard one, but I think I'd have to say the B&B Chocolate Digestive Tea: bird-and-blend-tea-co.sjv.io/youwilllovethisone (affiliate link)
The bag I use every day was issued to my grandfather by the army in 1940 and went all over Africa and Italy with him. My father then used it as his schoolbag in the 1950s, at university in the 1960s and on construction sites in what was then Rhodesia in the 1970s-1980s. My brother used it as his sports kit bag in the 1990s and I've used it daily since 2004. That thing is indestructable, it still looks nearly brand new when I wash it. It'll be running the world after armegeddon.
Make sure it doesn't have any chemicals on it 😮
Wow! Not only is it amazing that it's lasted so long, but how wonderful to have a bit of family history like that!
Looks cool too I bet.
No way. Now i read it again, i remember my grandad was in Italy in the war apparently. Do you know what regiment he was in? It was some pretty bad place to be i have heard.
@@thenoobalmighty8790 He was in the Iniskilling Fusiliers I think
Well, I am almost 30 years old and doing my PhD studies but I wanted to go back to my undergrad years with a huge backpack! Congrats on your Oxford acceptance Ruby, we know you’ll do great job and it is always a pleasure to watch your academic journey.
Guys I'm 32, one year into my Ph.D. and thought I was the only "old" person watching Ruby's videos @dilarab94@@dreambae 😅😊
I m glad to find someone from my generation and a PhD student like me. So glad
Also a 30yo PhD student here! 🤗
@@LittleMariu finally, we are finding each other lol
I'm starting a Forensic Psychology Masters in September. Why? Because I started watching you and quickly realised I wasn't fulfilling my dreams in my current role and I adore studying/learning. You provided that push I needed. So grateful xxx ❤
wow! congratulations and best of luck for your journey!!!! I'm also thinking of pursuing a career in forensic psychology but don't really know where to start and the university to choose. in which uni are you pursuing the masters?
This channel is an academic fantasy - I know it’s really Ruby’s life, but for me, watching is such an immersion into academic fantasy. I love it. It’s inspiring. I can’t wait for the Oxford videos, Ruby! Congratulations!
I feel the same way. In my forties, and have some regrets on not going to a nearby university that was one of my choices when I had the chance. What would have been...
@@LadyGreyBlack I'm 52 and start Uni in November - it's always been my dream
@@rachellouise4292Wow, congrats!! :)
Congratulations on your Oxford acceptance!! I’m so happy for you!
Is anyone watching this feeling like a proud mum? 🥲So excited for your new chapter, Ruby 🥰
i’ve been watching you for about four years now, and when i found out you were accepted into oxford i cried with such happiness. i’m so SO SO happy for you. you deserve this! 🖤
same, i used to watch her years and years ago, im so happy shes getting what she wanted
You make me feel like I can't wait to go to university like aaaaahhhh i want to go soooo much … Anybody who can relate to that feeling ? :)))
Yes, not from these videos but yes. I believe part of the aesthetic of dark academia is wanting to go back to school lol. I start in a couple weeks and cannot wait
It has been a fantastic journey with ruby so far, I am very glad I found her channel
CANNOT WAIT for the study with me vids once again!! those get me so motivated to do work because it kind of feels like i have a friend who's doing schoolwork right there with me
Just want to say a big thank you to you Ruby, your videos are the reason I’ve managed to stay in sobriety and am now considering a second degree! Never change! X
Next week I start my second year of MA in University of Iceland. Feeling quite nervous. But your videos are so calming and make me feel more comfortable about upcoming academic year. Wish you all the best and good luck in Oxford! You deserved it ❤
I'm starting as a freshman in a University in my city and these vlogs surely will give me a lot of motivation to not give up. And I congratulate you for getting accepted to Oxford. That's a huge accomplishment.
I got my degree in English and went for an MA here in the States, but it would've been an absolute DREAM to go to Oxford. Enjoy -- I know you will! I'm vicariously reliving my college days through you. :)
Heyyy Ruby
Congratulations on Oxford 🥳 I have been following your academic journey for the last 4 years and this is so cool to see. Would really love to see a video on what all your suitcase will contain for your shift.
I am a master's student in Japan, and your content related to uni is always my favorite! Cannot wait to see your days in the new uni!
The way I am so excited for your Oxford videos and vlogs! I can't even describe you how happy I am for you❤
I was rewatching your old whats in my school bag videos ❤️ I looove your back to school videos
This is the kind of video I love the most! It reminds me of the enthusiasm of the evening before the "big day" and my fear of carrying even the house with me! I find it so reassuring that you too always have these little things with you that you never leave... in addition of course to what is necessary😌 congratulations Ruby 🫂🤍, I feel like a proud big sister considering that I'm watching your videos for years🥹💕 I'll always be proud, your vision of the world and your way of sharing your passions is special, a seed that blossoms in a land of gloom and a lot of wickedness so thank you Ruby🥺🤍 for All.
so excited for the new academic year and your Oxford vlogs!! I am starting back studying again after 1 year out and am so excited!! your videos really helped me with my first degree and can't wait for the new Oxford content!!!!
Good luck to anyone getting their results tmrw. Ruby's videos are always so calming especially with the nerves for A level Results day
How did you get on?
So excited for you ❤ hope you'll enjoy your time at oxford. English is such a wonderful and interesting major.
This year I am going to start my Master in Germany, and I am really excited for your vlogs. Last year I studied in England and your videos inspired for me a lot!
I went through my PhD backpack and everything I normally pack, you’ve packed. I think you’re good to go! Re: the tote bag- a suggestion to pack one that can hold the weight of groceries. Sometimes you’ll finish later on campus, and it helps to be able to stop at the grocery store on the way home versus having to return home to pick up bags and/or buy more reuseable bags (plastic bags aren’t an option where I live). Excited for your upcoming adventures at Oxford! 😊
Hello Ruby! I just ordered your new academic planner in the hopes it keeps me on track in my upcoming exam year! You are a massive inspiration, and your content is incredible❤
Congratulations on your acceptance at Oxford for your master! I'm sure you'll be brilliant 💞 i discovered your UA-cam channel while i was finishing my phd in literature, so i totally relate to your joy to get the opportunity to do a master degree in such a great university! All my best wishes of success ❤
I love this video! I just switched to English and I’m just so excited! Love you Ruby!💕
So excited for the Oxford vlogs to start Ruby!! - Congratulations on this new chapter ❤
On the smaller bag: Swell makes a 9 oz water bottle which I find useful when I want to carry an everyday bag. I’m generally in town, where there are plenty of places to refill my water bottle, so the smaller size isn’t really an issue in terms of hydration. It also helps keep the weight of my bag down, which is good to do when carrying a shoulder bag rather than a backpack.
Love this overview!
Ahh I’m soo excited for this academic year. Especially because I know Ruby will post motivating study videos again.
Haven’t watched the video yet but aaaaah, I feel so excited for the videos to come, about your studies and Oxford! Still so happy for you Ruby!
Oh, Ruby, could you share some of the readings that you have prepared or will prepare before your year in Oxford? I am curious how you experience the reading so far and what are your tactics when reading is hard. Would love that ❤️
I'm just coming to the end of my MA. Loved it. I hope you have a great year!
So thrilled that Ruby's going to Oxford. What an adventure.
Congratulations on your upcoming Oxford journey! 🎉
The best ever what’s in my bag - university edition video I had ever seen! Not like those from Japan or Korean UA-camrs in where mostly showing off their luxury items in super perfect condition to the public 😂. By looking at your video , it’s makes me want to take up my professional medical exam soon ! Again , congratulations on your success by being accepted by Oxford University 🎉 Much love ❤️
Love your videos, Ruby 💙 good luck at Oxford!
Ruby, I congratulate you for being accepted into Oxford. I wish you good luck in your Master's degree and I am sure that you will do well.
Ahhhhh I'm so excited for your Oxford Study Vlogs!!!!!!!!! I love all your videos but ngl I rlly missed your academia content🥺
Exploring your bag was magical and really intresting .. i was hooked up till last into every product and stuff u had!!!!
Such a gorgeous person . Can’t wait for the Oxford vlogs 🎉
I love you Ruby and I’m so excited for the Oxford blogs. I got my academic planner today, I’m so excited to use it for the first time ❤
For your more compact bag, I highly recommend a Stojo collapsible water bottle. I use one when I travel by plane, and either put it inside my bag (it's slightly smaller than a tennis ball when collapsed), or I attach it to a strap with a carabiner. It also fits into my coat pocket when full (I have the 590 ml bottle).
I absolutely love the over-the-top amount of stationary you carry with you. I too have a notebook for every occasion and a whole variety of pens, highlighters, and markers with me at all times. You never know what you'll need or how it will come up. I'm interested in your two commonplace books- how do you decide which one to use? Do you have a particular approach to the commonplace or is it just a place for random thoughts. Do you transfer to another journal later on? I'm so looking forward to your Oxford content. My school days are behind me now but your vlogs help me tap into that part of me that loves the academic life and wishes they were off doing a PhD. Congrats on your admission and good luck with the start of the program.
I just love your channel! I am so so happy for you. You inspire me so much!
Love it wishing you all the best for your schooling journey ❤❤
Im so happy for you. I hope you will have the best time
The cutlery set is super useful. I keep a set in my daily backpack and take it with me wherever I go
I was watching this video whilst doing some spanish homework, I feel ready for back to school already!
I’m about to start my PhD and was feeling nervous as I’m only 23, but this video made me excited to start! Best of luck Ruby!
I'm already excited for you! Congratulations!!
I cannot wait for your dark academia vibes and the Oxford vlogs. I love your back to school content 🙂
I just ordered the acdemic planner. It will be great when i am going into my first year of uni. I am so excited.😊
I cannot wait for the oxford videos, I missed your uni vlogs a lot
This video is so comforting for some reason 💕
Yay, I am not the only one who carries backup-glasses. 🤓
Thanks for this video btw. It is always nice to see what other students bring along for the day and you inspired me to use my Lihit Lab pencil case again. :)
I can’t wait to see Oxford again through you! ❤
Hey Ruby! I did a one-year programme at Oxford University last year and I’m so sure you will love it!!
Awesome to see your progress Ruby, well done you!! Can't wait for the video about the Ipad and the aps you use for note taking and Uni life! keep it up, you're doing great! 👍👍
Cant wait for amazing and refreshing vlogs😌❣️
Oh I also love bullet journal styled notebooks with the dots! Not because I do anything fancy but I find the lines really restrictive (especially as I occasionally need to draw little reminders of music notes or posture) but I don't like blank, the dots are the perfect mix I'll never go back to a normal notebook 🥰🥰🥰
This makes me soooo excited for the term 😊 it’s gonna be my final year of my master studies and I can’t wait to use the academic planner for the first time 🎉
every time you upload a video i get si excited omg
Your planner design is BEAUTIFUL I just ordered mine
This is so cool because I was just searching up ruby granger what’s in my bag!!😊😊😊
I know this is off topic but I bought the book you recommended in another previous video called Grief is the Thing with Feathers, and honestly I am very surprised you liked it and even recommended it. It doesn't seem like something you would choose to read let alone like. I'm about 3/4 through and I find it a very odd style of writing, a mix of genres but still talking about one topic.
Anyway, good luck and I can't wait to see your Oxford videos!
Love, love, LOVE the planner.
So excited for oxford vlogssss❤❤❤❤
Congratulations getting into Oxford darlingxx thank you x
I'll watch this later because I always save your videos for quiet cozy moments, Ruby, mostly my mornings, but I just wanted to say that as stressful and exhausting uni can be sometimes I got to have to romantizise it sometimes and do my little aesthetic study things and your videos always get me excited for that, so thank you
You must be getting excited to go to Oxford and start Uni again! I would love to see a "preparing for uni" vlog, like what you are studying before going in, what you are reading for fun, what you listen to in the background when studying, etc.. All the fall/academia vibes! I'm so excited for autumn and it is coming fast! Will you be living in Oxford or commuting?
Waiting for the planner for the new year to be available so I can start fresh, can't wait!
Congrats! I just got my a level results today and I also got accepted into Oxford next year for my computer science masters!
Best of luck for Oxford Ruby!
I'm looking forward to the video on studying with an ipad! I'm completing my master's as well and used an ipad and wireless keyboard. I like it so much better than a laptop. Good luck with starting your program!
Finding out next week whether I get into university or not and this calms my anxiety so much
All the best in your small and big success in your future.
i'm starting uni in october at the age of 21 and im nervous but i love these uni related videos :)
Love this video Ruby!❤
i love your school bag ruby. it looks awesome 😊
Do not take so hard. Just relax and happy. The point is.... do the little everyday and routine for it ❤. You will see the result...that is good for starting. I'm happy for you💐
Hi Ruby,
Wish you the best for the new year!
My planner just arrived and i already love it ❤️
Me toooo the bestttt
Good luck Ruby, I love your videos
This makes me very excited for school :)
Can’t wait to see your review video of the iPad and how to use it for studies! 🥳
I got the journal just now and i am so excited to receive it!❤
The Academic one? If so mine comes Monday!!
ruubyy. i've been watching you since i was in Year 7 and now I'm starting Sixth form. my life has changed dramatically, mainly that a few years ago i realised i was transgender and began living more authentically, but it's still the end of august and i've watched your 'what's in my bag' video and the new academic year is starting. i haven't watched for a while but you videos transport me places
I got an iPad pro, pencil, and magic keyboard after I finished my masters and I soooo wish I would have had one while studying! Can't wait for more university videos. 🧡
I'm not in school but I switch bags to a smaller when going somewhere for an hour, so my suggestion to you is to have a kid size water bottle, the one I have is koodee 9oz amazon. I'm sure you have your own standards for water bottles so the main point is that it's small to fit in small purse.💛👍
It is a nice video. I love how prepared you always are! (Btw, it fascinates me that you are wearing a jumper - we are dying of heat here, in the Czech Republic right now!)
In the UK it's a bit cold, you never know the weather
Thank you for sharing Ruby, very useful video 👍☺
Love your videos and aesthetic Ruby, I have however noticed something in the planner ( there are 2 dates saying January 25th in the calendar part before the weekly overviews- it means that the 31st falls on the Thursday whereas it is on the Wednesday, with Thursday being 1st February ) it’s only a little thing, love the planner ❤
Hii, I think it is because 2024 will be a leap year! Hope this might clarify confusion :)
Omg Ruby is going to Oxford!!❤🎉
What a coincidence! My school bag is just same as yours! Even the color!
To Ruby, congratulations on continuing your master studies, I hope you will continue your studies and be active again as a writer and literary activist. I am proud of you. I'm waiting for the latest video, okay?
You are gonna ROCK OXFORD. THEY BETTER WATCH OUT ❤❤❤
Looking forward to your days at Oxford. I visited there when I did my y study abroad semester
Aaaaaah congratulations for your masters at Oxford
Congrats, So good, this Is It !😊
Best of luck for your Master’s Ruby!! A Level results day is tomorrow and I’ve applied to do Law so there’s a lot of nerves, but looking forward to what the future brings 🎉
HOW ARE U FEELING? I'm also getting my results tmrw and what A levels have u done?
@@strawberrymilk8657 just v nervous - I did psychology, law and history😊 how about you?
@@sophiemorgan_ I did law, English lit and history and the EPQ. My emotions toward results day having been changing all day😭
@@strawberrymilk8657 aw bless you! I’m sure you’ve done great, and you just have to remember you did everything you could in the time 🎉
@@sophiemorgan_aw thank you, good luck, I hope uve done amazing