At Kent we celebrate the international World Mental Health Day to help open up conversations about mental health and highlight ways we can improve our wellbeing.
What’s on for you on campus?
Medway
- Head to the Oasis Lounge (Rochester building) between 10:00-13:00 for the Services for Students Showcase for free refreshments and to meet with representatives from Student Support and Wellbeing as well many other support teams and services.
- Join the Global Hangout to meet new friends and take part in creative activities in Rochester Building, 10:00-13:00.
- A therapy dog will also be in the Hub from 12:00 to 14:00 for cuddles!
Canterbury
Join us in Nexus (Templeman Library) any time between 12:00 and 15:00 to:
- Pick up a free houseplant outside of the Templeman Library – first come first served, so hurry to be there before they all go!
- Meet two adorable therapy dogs, Jessie and George.
- Enjoy some mindful colouring – take your time and use our pens and pencils, or take it away with you.
- Pick up some free fiction to read at the book swap.
- Listen to a free lunchtime calming piano concert in Colyer-Fergusson, 13:10-14:00.
- Chat to Student Support and Wellbeing staff about forthcoming workshops you can take part in, such as 6 weeks to wellbeing for new students, and using assistive technology for time management and wellbeing.
What Student Support can you expect at Kent?
Whether you’ve recently joined the university or have been a student for some time, you can reach out to a team of experts in Student Support and Wellbeing (SSW) for support around mental health issues, specific learning differences, neurodivergence, disability and chronic health conditions. We also have a team of qualified counsellors who provide free confidential sessions both face to face and online. Find out what happens when you first seek support from SSW.
Tips to stay well at uni
Check out this 9 minute video of advice from our Mental Health staff to manage your mental health at uni.
Get support 24/7
Kent students have access to 24/7 online, phone and text services for mental health and wellbeing support:
- Spectrum Life offers 24/7 emergency expert mental health support via phone, text, or WhatsApp: phone 0800 0318227 and press option 1, Text/WhatApp ‘Hi’ to +44 (0)7418 360780.
- Togetherall offers peer-to-peer anonymous online discussion which is moderated by expert clinicians, as well as free courses and self-assessments that you can do whenever you choose.
Stay connected
Follow @UniKentSSW on Instagram for wellbeing advice, updates and information, and check out our events calendar for workshops and support groups throughout the year.