If you have ever felt stressed, alone, or are struggling with your mental health whilst at University, this episode is for you. Find out which mental health appointments are available for students at the University of Plymouth. Including "the listening post" and mental health appointments. 

Tilda (your host!) interviews Ben Broad, a qualified mental health nurse, who is a mental health worker for the wellbeing team at the University of Plymouth.

Links: 

Livewell 24/7 helpline https://www.livewellsouthwest.co.uk/inpatient-mental-health-neurology/first-response-24-7-helpline

Student Hub https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services

If Covid has put a strain on your financial situation then you may be able to get financial support as a University of Plymouth student. Whether you need a new laptop or help with some bills, the Covid Hardship Grant is there to support unexpected loss of income or new costs created by the pandemic. Listen to this episode to find out the details of who can apply, what you can apply for, and how simple the process is. 

Contact the Student Hub for more information: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services 

Thanks to Neil Gillet for the interview, Neil is the Student Services Manager at the University of Plymouth. 

2020 has been a tough year. Many of you will struggling with the impact of the pandemic, especially this winter break. 

You may be thinking that it’s impossible to find the good in this year, which is why we have gone out of our way on the search for the most inspiring good news stories from Plymouth and beyond. From successful students to daring doggos our aim today is to show you how to look for the best in times that seem like the worst. 

This year has brought us closer together even if we had to stay apart. 

We hope this good news gives you a small moment of joy!

Links:

The Yellow Hearts Campaign - https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-52589050

German Shepard Playing Jenga - https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dexterous-german-shepherd-stars-in-family-game-nights/

LGBT election candidates - https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2020/12/lgbtq-candidates-won-elected-office-year-ever/

UK Green Revolution - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-ten-point-plan-for-a-green-industrial-revolution

In this second part we talk to the Environmental Society about what sustainability means to them, how you can get involved and how students can live a more sustainable lifestyle with specific tips for living in Plymouth. And because of all the negative environmental press in the media we also highlight some of the good news stories from the university and initiatives students have taken to become a more environmentally sustainable campus. Enjoy!

Society UPSU page: https://www.upsu.com/societies/envirosoc/

Today’s episode isn’t just for tree huggers and activists, sustainability is something that relates to every aspect of human life. From poverty to gender equality and from climate action to the job market. Whatever it is you care about we want to make sustainability relevant to you.  We want to help you not only imagine a better world, but help take the steps to achieve it!

Sustainable development goals: https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/sustainable-development-goals/

Commit to one change: https://www.count-us-in.org/

Today we have an honest interview with Andy Grace from the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion team at the University. We discuss just some of the ways the university has become more inclusive for all students, and the support that is available to them. 

We all want the university to be a safe, open and inclusive place where we can build meaningful  relationships, create long lasting memories as well as having the ability to thrive academically. 

To do this we must recognise and celebrate all of our differences and realise that it is these differences that make us unique.

Equality, diversity and inclusion: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

When did you know? podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hvky3WbjXFrti4L5F3THl?si=4_Iri5fOS7-phjOCloqoHw

Todays episode we speak with Professor Bridie Kent about nursing, healthcare students, returning to practice during Covid-19, and so much more.

Press play to learn how Bridie begun working in healthcare, and how your life can take you anywhere if you say yes to opportunities. What an inspiration! 

If you are a healthcare student or staff, then we want to say a huge thank you! (and you'll hear us singing your praises in this episode).

University is a great place to try new things and to have fun, but the assumption that being a student means drinking just isn't true. In fact, even less students are drinking these days. Students work incredibly hard, often having part time jobs, doing volunteering, some of us have kids or caring responsibilities, and all of us have worked to get to where we are now.

Today we are celebrating all those students who don't drink, drink less or those who are considering it and showing you all the ways in which you can still fit in and have some of the best years of your life. Being sober doesn’t mean anti-social.

Links

Alcohol, drugs and addiction: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services/student-services/shine/alcohol-drugs-and-addiction

Podcast inspiration, student blog: https://thetab.com/uk/lancaster/2019/10/24/i-go-to-sugar-sober-most-nights-and-i-have-more-fun-than-all-of-you-combined-11104

Success, a big word with lots of different meanings depending on who you ask. To ourselves it might mean getting our dream job, to some of our parents it might mean getting a first class degree, to our teams it might mean winning the next match, to our friends it might mean winning a pub quiz, to our counsellors it might mean just getting out of bed in the morning. 

With so many definitions of success, why do we expect ourselves to fulfill each and every one of them without failure. Today we talk about the different ways in which we can be successful but also how to accept those times when you don’t always meet the high expectations we put on ourselves.

Support for students: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/student-support

Study support: https://liveplymouthac.sharepoint.com/sites/x76/SitePages/Settling-In-To-Your-Studies.aspx

With lockdown 2.0 happening, its normal to feel a bit worried about becoming isolated from other people. 

But don't worry, you survived the first time and you'll be okay again, just listen to this episode for some helpful tips!

We chat about what you can do during lockdown to make sure you feel good and don't feel isolated. 

This episode is chatty and informal, perfect for those moments when you need to hear a friendly voice!

If you are concerned about lockdown life and being a student, remember that the student hub are here to help you: https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/services