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New study facilities now open in Queens’ Building
14 March 2022
Newly refurbished study spaces are now available, as Phase One of the project to redevelop Queens' Building draws to a close.
Free bike maintenance pop-up workshops this week
21 February 2022
The Sustainability team are offering free bike maintenance from the Dr Bike pop-up workshop this week.
Make the most of your HEAR transcript
14 February 2022
The Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) is your official digital transcript that provides a comprehensive record of your university achievements. It is updated yearly with your module results and, at the end of your programme, will show your award and classification. You will have lifelong access to your HEAR via your Gradintelligence account.
Take part in a study about loneliness in students
3 February 2022
Have you experienced loneliness? Can you help with a new study about young people and loneliness? Queen Mary's Youth Resilence Unit is looking for participants for a study about loneliness in students.
Happy Lunar New Year 2022!
31 January 2022
Happy Lunar New Year from all of us at Queen Mary! This Tuesday, 1 February, we are entering the Year of the Tiger, and we've put together a few resources and some useful information to help you celebrate.
How Chinese students celebrate traditional Chinese new year
27 January 2022
Happy Lunar New Year! Monday, 31 January, marks the beginning of the Year of the Tiger. To help us celebrate, five students from our partner university, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications (BUPT) in China, have shared how they celebrate lunar new year.
Join in the New Year, New You LinkedIn Learning Challenge
21 January 2022
The New Year is full of optimism and possibility when we reflect, dream big, and set goals for the future. Research suggests that half of us set goals at the start of a new year, but only 8% actually achieve them. You're invited to join in with the New Year, New You LinkedIn Learning challenge starting on Tuesday 25 January.
Values and Behaviours World Cafe
18 January 2022
Lucie Langley, Faculty Education Manager for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, and Cameron Storey, Faculty Student Engagement and Support Officer, have written to all students and staff about the upcoming world cafe events on values and behaviours taking place online on Monday 24 January and in-person on Tuesday 25 January. Staff and students are encouraged to attend and share your views on what Queen Mary's Values mean to you.
Zero Waste Shop opening at Mile End on 1 February
18 January 2022
A brand new store is opening soon on the Mile End campus, where you'll be able to shop all your favourite store cupboard and household essentials completely package-free.
Information on closures and support over the 2021 holiday period
13 December 2021
Find all the information you need to know about opening times and availability of services during the Christmas closure.
Do you know what your blood pressure numbers mean?
When you have your blood pressure measured, you will be given two numbers, systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom). Once you know your numbers, you can use our blood pressure chart to see what they mean and if your blood pressure is in the healthy range.
There's lots you can do to lower your blood pressure and avoid stroke
This year's campaign will take place from 7-13 September. It's all about knowing your blood pressure at home to feel in control. Home blood pressure monitoring gives you one less thing to worry about. Don't miss your chance to take part in the UK's biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
Blood Pressure UK membership can help to keep your blood pressure under control
Membership means you get a helping hand in looking after your blood pressure while supporting others. Over 90% of our members say that being a member of Blood Pressure UK helps them to manage and lower their blood pressure. Find out what you get as a member and how to join.
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