wellbeing | Student News and Events

Mental Health Awareness Week 2023

From 15 to 21 May, this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week will be taking place, during which a series of events will be running to help signpost support services and encourage conversation among students. All week, Sport Brighton will be offering free activities to get students active, with a range of events scheduled for each…

New support network for Transgender and Non-binary students

Today we recognise Trans Day of Visibility, which is dedicated to raising awareness of the discrimination faced by the trans community, but also to celebrating the achievements and contributions of trans people across the world. The University of Brighton is committed to supporting our trans and non-binary students and staff and creating a more inclusive environment,…

The Quran book laying on the second floor

Observing Ramadan 2023

Many Muslim students will be fasting during the month of Ramadan, which falls this year between Wednesday 22 March and Friday 21 April. We’re committed to supporting students who will be observing this holy month.

Let's get the nation talking about student mental health

University Mental Health Day – 9 March 2023

This Thursday, 9 March is officially University Mental Health Day but your mental health and wellbeing is always our priority – all year around our expert teams are here for you. To mark University Mental health Day our Student Support and Guidance tutors (SSGTs) will be on campus to chat to you about the variety…

University of Brighton Vice-Chancellor, Debra Humphris

Turkey and Syria earthquake: statement from the Vice-Chancellor

We will all have seen the devastating images of the destruction left in the wake of the earthquakes affecting Turkey and Syria on Sunday and Monday.

Your support network during Christmas closure 23 Dec – 2 Jan

With the university being closed from Friday 23 Dec 2022 and re-opening Tuesday 3 Jan 2023, there are a wide range of external agencies and organisations that we work with during term-time who remain open to you during this period. We have put together this simple guide to outline the full range of different wellbeing support options and activities available from both the University and external services.

Student volunteers cleaning up Brighton beach

Wellbeing Week 2022: Friday – Give

It is the final day of Wellbeing Week – we hope you have found our events and resources useful for boosting your mental wellbeing. Individuals who report a greater interest in helping others are more likely to rate themselves as happy.

Wellbeing Week 2022: Thursday – Connect

Having good relationships, friendships and social connections with others is a key part of wellbeing.

Wellbeing Week 2022: Wednesday – Learn

Day 3 of wellbeing week is about continual learning! When’s the last time you stepped slightly outside of your comfort zone and engaged in something different? Continuing to learn new things, whether intellectual or physical, is important for maintaining mental health aspects of well-being such as self-confidence, having a sense of purpose, and connecting with others.

Wellbeing Week 2022: Tuesday – Take notice

Studies have shown that being aware of what is taking place in the present directly enhances your wellbeing, and savouring ‘the moment’ can help to reaffirm your life priorities.