By Priyanka Carsane BA (Hons) Childhood and Psychology NTU Student Starting university can be overwhelming, stressful, exciting… and basically all of the above. I remember my first few weeks at NTU like it was yesterday – full of nerves, excitement, and a LOT of “Will I fit in?” moments. If I could go back, here … More Settling in at Uni: Things I Wish I Knew
By Darion Smalls LLM Technology Law NTU Student Consent is everything. As a facilitator for the 2024 – 2025 Consent is Everything programme, I have become accustomed to explaining the requirements of consent. However, as a Master’s Technology Law student I have become accustomed to outlining in explicit detail the legal risks and opportunities … More Consent is Everything: It IS that Deep…You Can’t Fake Consent
As the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is community, Riya one of our Student Mental Health Champions shares how being a part of this community and beyond at NTU has had a big impact on her mental health Written by Riya Rajani, MSc Project Management Student As a postgraduate student, balancing studies, … More Finding Strength in Community: My Journey as a Student Mental Health Champion
Working towards exams and deadlines can bring on a lot of stress during this time at university. From 23 April – 9 May NTU’s Stamp Out Stress campaign will be running to help you find activities and resources to relieve some stress during Term 3. Our Healthy NTU SharePoint has lots of resources and helpful … More Stamp Out Stress: HealthyNTU’s tips
Written by Daiane Vaz Martins Sanha, a current HealthyNTU Placement student. My name is Daiane Vaz Martins Sanha and I am a second-year student currently studying public health and health promotion. As you all know, moving to university from your home city can be a very exciting and new experience. Feelings such as loneliness and … More Getting into fitness for self-care
By Samantha Hilton, a current NTU PhD student What is the first thing that comes to mind when telling someone something when you first meet them? Let me guess. Name, maybe age, and what you do regarding work or study? I find it fascinating how when asked, “tell me a little bit about yourself”, our … More Who am I? Good question…
Today is University Mental Health Day. For this University Mental Health Day Student Minds are doing a 10 minutes a day challenge, getting us to think about what we can do to look after our mental health. Our Prevention and Development Team have shared what they do to look after their mental health: Tip 1: Getting … More University Mental Health Day: 10 minutes for you
Eating Disorders Can Affect Anyone: Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2025 – Monday 24th February – Sunday 2nd March Written by Erin, 3rd Year Psychology Student and Student Mental Health Champion This is an important week where charities, organisations, and support services raise awareness about the experiences of those impacted by eating disorders. This year’s theme … More Eating Disorders Can Affect Anyone
Written by Merlin Natasha, 2nd Year Psychology with Criminology Student Hello, I am Merlin Natasha I am 2nd year psychology with criminology student. Winter months can make it tempting to hibernate under blankets with a hot drink, but staying active is crucial for both physical and mental wellbeing. As a second-year university student balancing studies, … More Staying Active in Winter: A Uni Student’s Routine
Written by Dior, a Biological Science NTU Student Hi, I am Dior a Biological Science student and one of the male mental health champions at NTU. This blog is going to be focused on time to talk day and my experiences talking about my own mental health and what struggles I may have faced throughout … More Time to Talk Day: my experiences talking about my mental health
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