The impact of Covid on student employment
Student employment comes in many shapes and sizes, from graduate schemes to summer internships to part time work. The coronavirus crisis has impacted so many different areas, and it has seriously impacted bith the type and volume of student jobs that are available. Generally, students go for part-time jobs in retail or hospitality whilst they…
An Unprecedented Final Year.
University has come to an end for many final year undergraduates this week, during an unprecedented time. Whilst it has not been the end many of us envisaged, it is still a big moment. It is one that needs marking. I hope that everyone got the results that they wanted. There is no doubt that…
Mental health and coronavirus: learning to go easy on yourself.
Coronavirus can impact our mental health too. At a time when we’re all doing our best to take care of our physical health and the health of others, it’s important not to neglect our mental health. I wrote a blog two months ago now with some tips for taking care of your mental health whilst self…
It’s a ‘syndrome’ and other myths – a guide for University mentors
As an academic, researcher and now crusader on the topic of ‘imposter syndrome’ (particularly among women) it’s my job to keep on top of the current thinking in the scientific community. I also spend a good part of time working on my topic of interest and correcting the myths, fallacies and downright untruths associated with…
3 Things you don’t need to do whilst social distancing, and 3 things you probably should
Since there’s nothing else to do right now, everyone’s social media feeds are filled with tips and videos on things you should be doing with your free time whilst social distancing. Whilst it can feel great to be productive (and if you’re up for it, go you) its important to remember that this is a…
Tackling your dissertation: Chapters
A dissertation is a scary thing, and many of us will have to write one at the end of our third year. Some of us are already there. Here are a few things that I have learned over the course of writing my dissertation that I would like to share with you. Firstly, the basics…
All the things you should read whilst you’re social distancing
Social distancing can get boring. When Netflix inevitably runs out of new shows for you to binge, or you’re tired of re-watching Friends for the fifteenth time, you’re going to need something else to help you procrastinate writing your essays. I plan to use the time to catch up on some reading, so here’s some…
Off campus, online: How technology can maintain student communities.
In the wake of the Coronavirus epidemic, many Universities are shutting up shop to protect the health of students and staff. But whilst staff are looking into ways to take teaching online, how can we preserve the student communities that so many rely on for support? Many Universities across the UK are now taking the…
Caring less about body image
For some people, negative body image can be the cause of mental health issues. For me, it’s a symptom. On my best days, I can stroll around, no make- up, wearing whatever I want and not think twice. On my worst days, I’m painfully aware of how much space I take up; convinced everyone is…
Tyfy conducts pilot project with The University of Huddersfield
Students in the University of Huddersfield School of Human and Health Sciences will be able to use the software to access mentors and enhance their employability. After a successful year working with students at Nottingham University Business School, and recently beginning a project with Keele University, the peer mentoring software announces it’s latest partnership with…