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 Eliza.Compton, 17 June, 2024

Informal networking and how to meet people on campus

Young Asian woman greeting friend at cafe
Belonging is not just a result of being in a place – nor it is the sole preserve of students. For university faculty, it comes from chance encounters, small gestures and stepping outside your comfort zone, writes Glenn Fosbraey
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 10 June, 2024

What does it take to encourage students to use their voice?

Woman choosing between chocolate and apple
The National Student Survey tells us students want their voices heard, but what if they don’t take up opportunities for feedback? Sam Perry looks at challenges of integrating student input (and wonders if chocolate is the answer)
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 6 June, 2024

Emotionally challenging research and researcher well-being

Woman taking history from young woman
Researchers who navigate emotionally challenging topics need support that includes well-being plans, advice on handling distress and risk assessment guidance, writes Tina Skinner. Her work has led to a series of resources for universities
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 4 June, 2024

‘Creative writing can be as impactful as an academic paper’

rainbow pencils Pride concept writing
Grassroots initiatives can promote visibility of marginalised groups, self-expression and community, writes Emily Downes. Here are her key tips from running a creative writing competition to mark LGBTQ+ History Month
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5minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 28 May, 2024

The vital role of a faculty senate in higher education

Collective concept
In the intricate ecosystem of a university, the faculty senate allows for democratic governance and academic integrity. Here, Joseph S. Merola explains why establishing this body is not an option but an imperative
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4minutes
Mental health and well-being