UEA Wellbeing Podcast

In this episode, Rich is joined by Archie, our Student Wellbeing Trainer, and Tom, one of UEA’s Movember ambassadors, to talk about Movember and men’s health. This episode's discussion centres around what Movember means to each of them and about some of their own experiences with mental health at university.

Follow @uea_movember on instagram for more updates on what Movember events are going on around UEA this month, fundraising updates and more.

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In this episode we are joined by Gemma, the Wellbeing Training Manager in Student Services, and Rach and Rich's boss! Our conversation focuses on the theme of balance. We explore what balance looks like for students, why it's important, why it can be challenging to achieve and some tips for students looking to bring a bit more balance into their lives. 

Find out more about upcoming workshops, events and groups with Student Services: https://bit.ly/WBTsway

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In this episode we are joined by Anwulika from Student Services, and Aaron the SU Welfare, Community and Diversity Officer at UEA. This is a bonus episode for the month and is all about Black History Month and the theme at UEA this year is focused on mind, body and soul. Listen to Anwulika and Aaron as they chat to us about how listeners can celebrate and educate themselves about Black History Month, and how they can take action. While also considering how Black History Month relates to wellbeing.

Further information about Black History Month.

Follow Aaron @welfare_ueasu for further information about what's going on this month at UEA for Black History Month.

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In this episode we are joined by Evie, the SU's Activities and Opportunities Officer. Our conversation focuses on the theme of connection, looking at the benefits of interacting with others on our wellbeing, as well as how societies and sports clubs can help give us a greater sense of belonging at university.

Follow Evie on Instagram: @activities_ueasu

Get involved and find out more information about societies and clubs at UEA: https://www.ueasu.org/opportunities/

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In this episode we are joined by Rose and Amy who are PGR students at UEA. The theme for the month is self-care so listen to us chat about what self-care means to Rose and Amy reflecting on their experiences as PGR students. We discuss how self-care can look different for PGRs and what strategies can help. 

Please note although this episode specifically focusses on PGR students - all students are welcome to listen and may find it beneficial.

Follow @postgraduate_ueasu for activities and support for PGRs.

Search 'PGR PAL' on myUEA portal to access academic peer support. Or follow this link.

Access The Wellbeing Thesis on Student Minds webpage for support throughout your PGR journey. 

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In this episode we are joined by Patrick a student and president of the Sailing Club at UEA. The theme for the month is self-care so listen to us chat about what self-care means to Patrick - particularly in relation to sport and exercise, his experience of what that looks like as a student, and some tips for how to practice self-care.

Follow @ueasailingclub to find out more about the club and get involved.

Get involved and find out more information about societies and clubs at UEA.

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In this episode we are joined by Miriam who is the International Student (Non-EU) Officer in the Student Union at UEA. This is a bonus episode ahead of the start of the new academic year to focus on what it's like for international students starting at UEA.

We talk to Miriam all about what it’s like to arrive at UEA from abroad, as well as looking at some of the support available to make this transition easier.

Find out more about the current officers within the Student Union and how to contact them.

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In this episode we are joined by Aaron who is the Welfare, Community & Diversity Officer in the Student Union at UEA. This is a bonus episode for the month, specifically for Pride 2022, so listen to us chat about Pride, what Aaron has planned for this month and their role in the SU.

Content Warning: There are brief discussions around biphobia, transphobia and homophobia in this episode. 

Check out UEA SU to contact the current welfare officer and for upcoming events.

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In this episode we are joined by Anna from the Wellbeing Team in Student Services. The theme for the month is gratitude so listen to us chat about what gratitude is, some of the benefits and some tips for anyone looking to bring a bit more gratitude into their lives.

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This episode is part of a special spotlight on series we are doing for Mental Health Awareness Week and we are excited to be joined by Bayley from UEA Sport. This episode is different to our others, as we want to put the spotlight on different mental health initiatives and to celebrate some of the fantastic support that is available at UEA to raise awareness for Mental Health. Check out this episode to find out about what UEA Sport are up to and more about their active campus programme that all students can get involved in.

Find out more about UEA Sport here or follow them @ueasport

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