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 July, 2025

Easing students into higher education at the shallow end

Two Maori women in a meeting
The culture shock of starting university can be acute for those who left school early or who are returning to study after years in the workforce. Here, Gareth Morgan explains a programme that sets students up for success
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4minutes
By kiera.obrien, 29 May, 2025

Three ways to address students’ climate anxiety

A globe on fire, belching smoke
While higher education has made progress with greener campuses and remote working, providing students with an education that can respond to the climate crisis will be more challenging. Here’s how educators can tackle climate anxiety
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5minutes
By kiera.obrien, 28 May, 2025

Build belonging, with or without a centralised campus

Students high five
How can young universities foster a sense of belonging in their students, given they may be operating across several different campuses? Here are some of the ways you can create community
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5minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 28 May, 2025

Make your Freshers’ Week activities sing

A student with a guitar surrounded by others smiling
Songwriting sessions, treasure hunts and biscuit decorating are among the creative Freshers’ Week activities that help students build self-confidence, connect with others and ease the transition to university life
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2minutes
University student life