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How to cope with homesickness at university

How to cope with homesickness at university

It's natural to feel homesick as you adjust to a new environment. Leaving behind familiar faces, places, and routines can be overwhelming. If you find yourself experiencing homesickness, just know that you aren’t alone. Here are my tips for coping with homesickness, so you can enjoy your first few days, weeks, and months at Essex.

Zuzanna Tobiasz

18 January 2024

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How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

The exciting world of university is a blend of challenges and opportunities that knows no bounds. Whether you're diving in fresh or making a comeback like me (yep, took a little break too), finding the harmony between life and academics is no small feat. Lucky for you, I've been down that road and picked up some tips to keep my mental health in check while nailing my assignments.

Belle Williams

12 January 2024

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5 Things I wish I knew before starting University

5 Things I wish I knew before starting University

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

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How to look after your mental health at university

How to look after your mental health at university

It can be a daunting experience for anyone starting university for the first time. As someone who decided to attend after a few years out of education, I found it challenging to balance my personal life with studying. To combat this affecting my mental health, I have found ways to make sure I’m looking after myself whilst still succeeding academically. Here are my tips for looking after your mental health as a mature student at university.

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

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It's Disability Awareness Month

It's Disability Awareness Month

For Disability Awareness Month this year, our focus is on raising awareness around hidden disabilities.

Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service

29 November 2022

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Understanding depression

Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service

25 February 2021

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People who stammer are not defined by their stammers

Why aren’t individuals disclosing? Is it that they don’t feel that a stammer is a disability? We hear from Liam, a person who stammers and who is a current student.

Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service

28 September 2020

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