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Make This November About You: Self-Care, Support and Wellbeing Resources

After the buzz of starting term, November can feel tougher with colder days, homesickness, deadlines, finances, and housing plans all piling up. It’s natural for your energy to dip—but remember, you’re not alone. We’re here to support you through these ups and downs, so you can prioritise self-care, embrace every opportunity, and feel truly at home.

Get involved

Take part in our featured events.

Meet Ted: Pets as Therapy | 18 November, 15:00

If you're missing your pet at home or just love dogs - come along to meet Ted. Did you know animals are proven to reduce stress and anxiety?

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Wellbeing Café | 19 November, 10:30

Take part in a relaxing activity to destress and meet new friends.

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Give it a Go: Switch Games in the Greenhouse | 19 November, 16:00

Take a study break and try a range of new games. Beat your friends or challenge new people to expand your friend group.

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Flatmate Finder | 21 November, 17:00

Anxious about who to live with next year? Come along to meet potential like-minded flatmates.

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It’s okay not to be okay

We're here to support you every step of the way.

Wellbeing resources

Access the tools you need to manage your wellbeing, from cost of living, stress and anxiety, to body image and loneliness.

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Find your community

Exeter is a diverse and vibrant community. Connect with people who share similar experiences and values via our societies or community groups like LGBTQ+, postgraduate and students of faith.

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Get support

You might have times where things don’t go to plan and that’s okay. For any issues, big or small, related to your course, mental health, finances or housing, our Advice team is ready to help.

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Wellbeing insights and tips

Access our blog to create a healthier and happier you.

Self-care tips for Term 1

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How to do Exeter on a budget

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How to meet people and make friends during Welcome Week and beyond

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Our wellbeing impact

Highlights of the work we do to make your student experience the best it can be.

1878

students were supported by our Advice service in 2023/24

69%

of students felt supported by the Guild in 2023/24

15,000

products were given out from our wellbeing cupboards in 2023/24

Officer projects spotlight

Each year, Student Officers focus on issues that matter most to you, informed by student feedback. Current wellbeing-focused projects include:

1.     Health: Collaborating with the University to improve their appointment booking system.

2.    Housing: Extending the new University guarantor scheme to support International students.

3.    Employability: Partnering with the Career Zone to host networking events, connecting students with local part-time employers.

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