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🌈 Mental Health Awareness Week at the UC Rec Centre🌟

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Kia ora koutou,

Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is just around the corner, and we’re celebrating with a week of themed group fitness classes at the UC Rec Centre! Whether you’re looking to sweat it out, dance it off, or just vibe with your favourite tunes, we’ve got something for everyone.

Here’s what’s coming up:

🚴  Monday 6 Oct

5:20pm Spin – Taylor Swift Edition

(book quick or join the waitlist – this will sell out!)

💃 Tuesday 7 Oct

5:20pm Zumba – KPOP
Bring a friend for FREE and double the fun!

🏋️ Wednesday 8 Oct

5:20pm Pump – Mamma Mia

🎉 Thursday 9 Oct

5:20pm Spin – Festival Vibes
(book quick or join the waitlist – this will sell out!)

🍒 Friday 10 Oct

12:05pm Core30 – Lana Del Rey

4:20pm – Zumba – KPOP Encore
Couldn’t make Tuesday? Or just want more? Join us again for an encore, and yes, you can still bring a friend for free!

🧘‍♀️ Bonus: Bring a Friend to Yoga – For Free!

Looking for a calmer way to support your mental wellbeing? You can also bring a friend for free to any of the below yoga classes during Mental Health Awareness Week. No theme, just a chance to reset together.

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 1:05pm
  • Tuesday, Thursday – 7:00am

How to Book:

Spots are limited, so make sure to sign up via reception or through our app. Don’t miss out on this chance to move your body, lift your mood, and connect with your community.

Let’s make mental health a priority – together 💙

For additional resources, please visit the MHAW website: Mental Health Awareness Week | Mental Health Awareness Week.

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Closing the Loop: UCount 2025

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Each year, the UCount survey is distributed to course-taking students to gather insights across a wide range of student experience metrics. Thank you to those of you who participated. We appreciate the time you took to complete the survey! The 2025 results reflect your thoughtful and constructive feedback. They are incredibly valuable and helping us make meaningful improvements across UC.

You can explore the full report and see what’s happening behind the scenes here:

👉 Student Voice | University of Canterbury

Or scan the QR code below for quick access:

 

Thank you again for helping us make UC a better place to learn, grow, and thrive.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at surveys@canterbury.ac.nz.

Ngā mihi nui,
Tātari Raraunga | Analytics & Institutional Research

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University Drive – Clyde Road Traffic Management 5-19 October

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Christchurch City Council advise that the following traffic management will be in place between Sunday 5 October and Sunday 19 October.

Location: Clyde Road entry/exit to University Drive
Time: Daily from 6:00pm to 7:00am
Reason: Roading works on Hinau Street by Higgins Construction

Changes to Traffic Flow

  • Stop-Go traffic management will be in place at the Clyde Road entry/exit.
  • Hinau Street will operate as a temporary one-way system.
  • No entry to Clyde Road from Hinau Street between 6pm and 7am.

What You Need to Do

  • Follow all signage and instructions.
  • Stay alert for any changes in traffic management.
  • Take extra care around road crews and Stop-Go operators.

Please refer all enquiries to fmassist@canterbury.ac.nz