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Rainbow Café

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The Rainbow Café is a safe space for rainbow students to meet and make new friends. It is a safe space for individuals to relax and to be able to enjoy some tea, coffee, and biscuits in between their studies. The café will run from the 22 of July every fortnight and will be from 10:30 AM to 11: 30 AM at the Living Room.

We hope to see you there!

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Do you like creative writing?

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If you don’t already know, creative writing allows people to express emotions within a safe environment. It can relieve stress and anxiety, clarify and organise thoughts, and achieve mindfulness. If you have been wanting to start writing or continue to grow your skills, continuing your writing to your wellbeing, creative writing workshops might be for you!

These workshops are focused on a range of topics allowing group discussions to take place as well as writing exercises and self-directed discussion/writing time.

Topics include:

  • Hope
  • Flash fiction and micro fiction
  • Identity
  • Poetry
  • Fear
  • Writing for mental health and wellbeing

The workshops are free and available for all students and any range of ability. They are taking place Mondays during semester 2 (22 July – 7 October) at 2:30pm- 4:30pm in the living room (located beside the UC bookshop).

Please register through the form linked below to reserve a place as spots are limited to 22 students per week.

Registration Link here!

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July Blood Drive

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📢 Attention UC community! 📢

Exciting news! We’re hosting a Blood Drive at the University of Canterbury on Tuesday, 23 July. Your chance to make a difference is here, and we need your support!

🩸 Why donate blood?

  • Save lives: Just one donation can save up to three lives.
  • Community impact: Your donation directly helps patients in need within our community.
  • Personal fulfilment: Experience the satisfaction of knowing you’re making a tangible difference.

🔍 How to get involved:

  • Review eligibility: Check out the eligibility criteria attached to this email to ensure you can donate.
  • Book your appointment: Use the provided link to schedule your donation slot directly: Book your appointment at the University of Canterbury on May 9th.
  • Spread the word: Share this message with your colleagues and friends to encourage their participation.

👍 Not sure if you’re eligible? Take the basic eligibility quiz here to find out!

📌 Important details:

  • Date: Tuesday, 23 July
  • Location: Undercroft 101, University of Canterbury
  • Time: Book your appointment slot via the provided link (10am-3pm)

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Resources:

Other important information

  • People who lived in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland or France for a total period of six months or more between 1980 and 1996 are now able to donate blood or plasma in New Zealand – if they’re in good health and meet our donor eligibility criteria.
  • Find if you are able to donate after travelling out of New Zealand
  • Please remember to eat & drink plenty beforehand – a good-sized meal and drink at least 1.5 litres of water.
  • Please bring your photo ID or donor card. The donor card can be accessed via the NZ Blood Service donor app if you an existing donor. Photo ID is your driver’s licence, passport, etc.