Category Archives: Health and Wellbeing

Think your story could speak to someone? Been through something others might get?

September 11, 2025 Emma Leave a comment

We’re looking for UC students who have a story that would help others feel supported, understood or inspired. Whether it relates to fear of failure, finding balance, asking for help, discovering self-kindness, feeling a sense of belonging, or something else entirely, stories are powerful things and can make a real difference to others.

If you’re willing to share yours, we’d love to hear from you. Those selected will be paid for their time.

Maybe you’ve been encouraged by someone else’s story in the past and you want to be a part of making a difference for others. Your story could help someone feel less alone, enable a shift in perspective or help someone open up to have conversations about their experiences. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need a perfect ending. You just need to be open to sharing something real.

What to expect

We’ll look through all the stories people have to share and select some that help show a range of different experiences.

For those selected, we’ll film you sharing your story. Thinking maybe that being filmed isn’t your vibe? We can try and be creative in how you share your story in a way that is comfortable.

You’ll be supported throughout the process, and you are welcome to bring a support person.

Your story will be one of several others and shared through UC Wellbeing digital channels e.g. Instagram, UC website, with processes in place to manage online safety.

You’ll be paid for your time, with rates reflecting the commitment involved.

How to get involved

If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, or just want to learn more about it before deciding, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Fill out a quick Expression of Interest form or email us at studentwellbeing@canterbury.ac.nz

Please get in touch by 26 September 2025 at 11:59pm

Thinking about putting in an expression of interest but feeling unsure about the form or the process? If you’d like to talk through your application, you’re welcome to reach out for an initial kōrero. We’re happy to offer guidance where we can, or help fill out parts of the form if needed. This conversation is just to support you in getting started or feeling more confident about putting your name forward. There may be a delay in a staff member being able to assist so please get in touch as soon as you can.

Events and entertainment, Health and Wellbeing, Wellbeing

What’s on this month for wellbeing?

September 1, 2025 Emma Leave a comment

UC Wellbeing is here to support your oranga– your overall wellbeing – while you’re studying at UC. Whether it’s tips to manage stress, ways to stay active, or events that help you connect with others, we are here to support you.

We run regular activations, workshops, and events throughout the year – so there’s always something happening! Want to know what’s coming up? Keep an eye on our socials to keep updated!

To see what’s happening this month check out the calendar below. You can find more information on the posters in and outside of The Living Room (next to the bookshop) – A space where you can go and take a break between your studies anytime from 9am – 4pm on weekdays.

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Reaching out for support

August 11, 2025 Emma Leave a comment

It’s not always easy to know when, or how to ask for help. Many students’ experiences stress, self-doubt, or personal challenges, and it can feel isolating. But you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate everything by yourself.

Asking for help takes courage and reaching out is a sign of strength. UC offers a wide range of support services because no one is expected to have it all figured out. Exploring the support page on the university website is a great way to see what’s available. If you’re unsure where to begin, Student Care is a welcoming first step.

Feeling nervous about reaching out? That’s completely normal. You can start by chatting with the Wellbeing Navigators, trained students who run wellbeing activations in the Living Room. They can help guide you toward the support that fits your needs.

If you need to speak to someone urgently, Student Care has a duty advisor available to help. In an emergency, please contact UC security.

We really value hearing from our student community so we asked some students to share some messages with us which we have popped below

UC is here to support you.