University Mental Health Day - Thursday 13 March
Your mental wellbeing matters just as much as your studies
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University Mental Health Day takes place on Thursday 13 March. It’s a reminder that your mental wellbeing matters just as much as your studies. Take a break, reach out for support, and check in with friends. You’re not alone - help is available, and it’s okay to ask for it.
Join us for #UniMentalHealthDay - take part in one of our workshops, join a mindful walk around campus or head to MySurrey Hive to add your worry to the Worry Monster Jar.
Find out more about our mental wellbeing support services resources to help you manage stress, anxiety and workload pressures. Start conversations, check in with those around you and prioritise yourself today.
Wellbeing and welfare is at the heart of our Surrey community, and we're proud to provide a number of services to support our students. From professional help to peer-led support, we are here to help you start - or continue - meaningful conversations about wellbeing.
What's on?
MySurrey Hive Stag Hill
Pop into MySurrey Hive Stag Hill where the Events and Communities team are running a series of activities in collaboration with ThriveWell.
Pop in any time to post a kind word about someone (or yourself) on the Board of Appreciation or add a worry to the Worry Monster Jar or take part in one of the free events listed below.
| Time | Event |
| 9.15am – 11am | Board and card games |
| 11am – 11.45am | The Body Scan workshop |
| 11.50am – 12.15pm | Learn the 5-4-3-2-1 method |
| 12.30pm – 1.30pm | Mindful wander (weather dependent) |
| 2pm – 2.30pm | Managing Anxiety workshop (online) |
| 2.30pm – 4.30pm | Craft Corner |
| 2.30pm – 4.30pm | Vision Board creating |
| 5pm – 7pm | Inside Out 2 showing |
Team Surrey pop-up
Austin Pearce piazza 10am - 4pm
Head down to AP Piazza between 10am and 4pm for a free health check and find out more about the BRIT Challenge. Grab some free merchandise and play some games for a little mental health boost – fresh air and exercise does wonders for your wellbeing.
Wellbeing Walks
Team Surrey are also linking up with Surrey County Council to promote local countryside spaces as part of our walking challenges on Surrey Moves+. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Surrey countryside as well as staying active. Sync your activity tracker with SurreyMoves+ and earn points for keeping active and cash in your rewards for discounted food and drink as well as free merchandise.
Students' Union
Your Students' Union peer support service, Talk Together will be running a men's mental health support evening from 8pm in The Front Room.
Year-round support services
It’s perfectly normal to go through ups and downs with our wellbeing and mental health, and the first step to feeling better is often talking it through with someone.
Don't be afraid to seek support - mental health and wellbeing support is available throughout the year.
There are a number of safe places you can go and helplines you can call or text if you are experiencing a mental health crisis. In an emergency, call Campus Safety on 01483 683333 if you or someone you know needs immediate help on campus. If you are off campus call 999 for the emergency services.
Health Assured is a Student Assistance Programme designed to help you deal with personal or student-related problems. The problems could be affecting your home life, education, health, and general wellbeing.
Our Let’s Talk site signposts you to a wealth of wellbeing support services and resources, but you can also find stories and experiences shared by other members of our community in the hope that it will encourage others to talk about the issues they are facing, embrace their uniqueness, and improve their own physical and mental wellbeing.