Gallons of beer, unwashed dishes, and all-nighters after a week of parties – all cornerstones of the student lifestyle. But in 2016, the stereotype is increasingly out of date. Students are drinking less, working more and paying more. How does it affect the way they see their time at university?

Watching other people study might not make for the most thrilling entertainment, but in Japan, clips of strangers studying are going viral. With a widespread sense of disconnect among young people, students are turning to online videos to share in a sense of community.

With a new environment and challenging workload to get to grips with, college years can be highly stressful. And with the anxiety building from the moment they apply, many students feel overwhelmed quickly. Top Ivy Leagues are addressing this by offering happiness courses for credit.

Slack has firmly established itself within the working world, forming the comms backbone for employees at major media outlets and start-ups alike. The Islands app aims to bring a similar service to college students, helping them to collaborate, find support and socialize with their peers.