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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
We want our students and staff to feel empowered to tackle the stigma and myths surrounding suicide and to become suicide prevention advocates.
Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service
31 August 2023
My name is Alicia, I am a second-year student currently studying Modern Languages and English Language at University of Essex. I am here to tell you about my own experience applying to university and how the process was for me.
Alicia Alfaro
22 May 2023
Leaving home is never an easy transition, let alone leaving one’s country and travelling more than 24 hours away. Being an MA student at the University of Essex was my first time leaving India and I went into it not exactly knowing what to expect. But I took a chance, and it would go on to be the best plunge I’d ever take.
Ananya Endow
We're working with Papyrus (Prevention of Young Suicide) to deliver suicide prevention workshops.
12 April 2023
Our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service explores how to tend to your own wellbeing when supporting someone feeling suicidal.
17 February 2023
Our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service explain how to cope with feeling low in January.
18 January 2023
We've got support available over Christmas for students who feel isolated.
06 December 2022
For Disability Awareness Month this year, our focus is on raising awareness around hidden disabilities.
29 November 2022
Stefan Pintilie explains his role and who he's keen to hear from.
19 October 2022