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Mental Health and Volunteering - What’s the Connection?
In the spirit of mental health awareness week, we’re sharing the links between mental wellbeing and volunteering. Volunteers have a massive impact on the mental health of others - and volunteers benefit from it too. 
Things to look out for when doing your exams
We know that sitting exams online and at home will be a new experience for many students. We have therefore put together a list of a few things to look out for when completing your exams this spring.Manage your time
The Road Back to Normal
The next stage of reopening campus begins on Monday 17 May. It’s been a long and difficult few months, but we’re slowly getting back to doing all the things we love so much.
"It was the first time I had done something on this scale and it gave me the confidence to make similar things happen in the future!"
Aemilia is a third- year Chemical Engineering student at UCL and a Project Leader for Project Impactive. The experience has helped her connect to the UCL community in new ways and learn how to deal with situations of uncertainty.
Get Back Into Volunteering!
We've been waiting.As we approach the end of Term 3, there is a wind of change in the air. Exams will soon be over and things are slowly starting to open back up. The past year has been difficult for us all, but a return to some form of normality is now in sight.
Project Active Postgraduate: Dance Fit
A total body workout combining cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility! This class mixes dance and aerobic low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval style, calorie-burning dance fitness party to the beat of hip-hop, salsa and mambo.The class is beginner friendly and open to all fitness levels.
Mental Health Awareness Week
The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week this year is nature. There is a clear link between spending time in nature and positive wellbeing, as you may have discovered over the course of the last year!
Welcome Wall Planner - Terms & Conditions
By submitting a booking form to Students' Union UCL you are indicating that you have read, understood and agree to the following terms and conditions:
“I had forgotten how much I missed the process of coming up with solutions to things and being creative.”
Laura Bailey studies MSc Psychological Sciences and leads the Student-Led Camden Carers Centre Project at UCL. The initiative works with a local organisation in Camden, London to reach out and support carers in the area. 
In Conversation with UCL Alumna Lena Fricker (UCL BA Geography 2019)
During Women’s History Month celebrations, I hosted an inspiring conversation with a UCL Alumna Lena Fricker.
In Conversation with UCL Alumna Lena Fricker (UCL BA Geography 2019)
During Women’s History Month celebrations the Women’s Officer hosted an inspiring conversation with a UCL Alumna Lena Fricker.In the recorded talk, they speak on life after UCL, career building, imposter syndrome and tackling male dominated sectors. 
“Project Impactive has been a chance for me to give back and see the results.”
Volodymyr is an undergraduate student studying Mechanical Engineering with Business Finance and tells us more about his experience leading Project Impactive.
The return of sport
In the past few weeks, we’ve seen the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown in action, with outdoor sports and gyms being some of the first activities prioritised. It’s no surprise that this is the case, with the countless benefits to mental and physical health that sports and physical activity bring.
What's it like working in the Union bars and gym
Now that the Institute Bar and Bloomsbury Fitness are allowed to open up again - we spoke to the staff that you'll be meeting there. Make sure to say hi to them when you see them! 
Project Active Postgraduate: Run in the Park
Postgraduate Only - Our first outdoor activity of 2021, great for any level of fitness and a good way to meet other postgrads in person.Limited spaces available. Pre-booking is required. All Project Active sessions are accessible and inclusive for all abilities.
"Volunteering has helped me clarify my goals for the future."
Maya Kirby is an undergraduate student in the School of European Languages, Culture and Society (SELCS), studying French and Spanish.
Nominate for the Oliver Hare Altruism Award 2021
Oliver Hare Altruism Award 2021
Why is getting students back to campus at the earliest possible opportunity no longer a priority?
The Government announcement this week that a “return to in-person teaching [will be] alongside step 3 of the road map, when restrictions on social contact will be eased further and the majority of indoor settings can reopen”
"It's an amazing feeling knowing that I am inspiring students to study abroad and expand their horizons."
Suthida Chang is a postgraduate student in The Bartlett, studying Innovation, Public Policy and Public Value. Since October 2020, Suthida has been volunteering as a Specialist Mentor with Project Access, one of our partner organisations which works to support students from non-traditional backgrounds to access the UK's top universities. 
Shortlist Announced for The Education Awards 2021
The annual Education Awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of staff and students and their contributions to our learning community through the following awards: