Mental Health Society: Academic Officer

I am standing to be the Academic Officer for the mental health society because I strongly believe in creating an environment where mental health and academic success go hand in hand. I would strongly push for mental health awareness within academic settings, so that students feel they have access to the tools/support network/ resources to get the most out of their university experience both academically and personally. Having struggled with my own mental health, I recognise the difficulty that can come with trying to balance academic responsibilities and meet expectations while battling mental health struggles. This experience means I am keen on making change and providing other students with access to resources and help that I still feel are lacking when it comes to mental health awareness. As part of this overall goal, I would look to recruiting professors and experts to hold talks, to provide the extra support and insight needed to cope with the high stress environment of university.