Mental health and well-being

Advice on effective mental health support for students and staff to create a happier, healthier campus. Find out how universities and academics can promote well-being, protect their campus community from spiralling stress, minimise the risk of burnout and build resilience - from institutional practices that create a culture of care to personal self-care tips and healthy habits for overworked academics and students.

By Laura.Duckett , 4 August, 2025
Regular, inclusive community events can play a vital role in improving mental health and well-being for both students and staff in higher education. Read about how simple, low-cost activities can foster connection, ease pressure and build a stronger university culture
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton , 1 August, 2025
On-demand, just-in-time digital onboarding can help students filter the vast array of information they receive when they start university, and set them up for success
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien , 23 July, 2025
Short courses can give members of the public insight into cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, focusing on issues related to their daily lives. Here’s how to put them into place
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett , 17 July, 2025
The HeXie framework can help students solve problems and build a sense of unity with their environment – an essential skill in uncertain times. Discover the theory behind it and how to nurture it to support student resilience
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien , 14 July, 2025
Learn lessons from the gaming world to structure nursing courses, strengthening student engagement and improving pass rates
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3minutes