University student life

How to support students beyond the classroom, in all facets of university life. Here you'll find resources to direct student services, foster well-being, support a rich extracurricular offering and build inclusive campus communities and student societies. 

By Eliza.Compton, 22 March, 2025

Bridging the gap between academia and local communities

Group of schoolchildren
Institutions that integrate public engagement into their core mission will contribute to stronger, more connected communities. Here are lessons from running an on-campus science bazaar
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3minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 25 February, 2025

How civic arts programmes can make students feel welcome

Vibe Lounge event at Turner Sims at the University of Southampton
Empowering students to co-create music events with peers can foster a sense of belonging in their university and city. Here’s how a student-community collective breathed new life into a 50-year-old venue
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 20 February, 2025

How to know when students need mental health assistance

Professor talking to male Asian student
Academic institutions have a rare opportunity to intervene to help students with mental health challenges, but this requires support and training for staff and faculty, writes Amy Epperley
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 28 January, 2025

Starting a support group for students with disabilities

A group of students sat in a circle having a discussion
Supporting students with disabilities in regions where universities place less emphasis on equity, diversity and inclusion requires a proactive approach from staff. Establishing a student-led support group can make a significant impact
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5minutes
University student life