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Stress Awareness Day
29 October 2021
Each year, Stress Awareness Day is marked on the first Wednesday of November. This year it falls on Wednesday 3 November. The Advice and Counselling Service have put together some resources to help you manage stress.
Diversity Speaks - Black and Asian Minority Ethnic specialist mentoring programme
25 October 2021
Unlock your talent, build confidence and tackle any difficulties you are facing whilst being at university and identified from a Black and Asian Minority Ethnic background. Queen Mary and umo have come together to offer the Diversity Speaks specialist mentoring programme.
Bow Community Day
25 October 2021
Connect with the local area at Bow Community Day, this Saturday, 30 October.
Staying safe when socialising
25 October 2021
It’s fantastic to see students reconnect with each other and socialising with friends. Making friends and enjoying all the activities our University and London have to offer is such an important part of your University experience: do make the most of it!
Queen Mary students complete Ultraman to raise money for breast cancer research
25 October 2021
Ten students from the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry challenged themselves to complete an Ultraman triathalon on Saturday 16 October to raise money for the charity Breast Cancer Now in memory of Hayley Henniker, mother of Leah, one of the participants.
Important information for European students
25 October 2021
If you're a European student who is waiting for an immigration decicision or is still to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme, read the Advice and Counselling advice.
International Pronouns Day 2020
19 October 2020
International Pronouns Day on Wednesday 21 October seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace.
International Pronouns Day 2021
19 October 2021
International Pronouns Day on Wednesday 20 October seeks to make respecting, sharing, and educating about personal pronouns commonplace.
SKETCH ambassador and associate applications now open
18 October 2021
Are you interested in gaining relevant work experience during your studies? Do you want to contribute to your community? Student Knowledge Exchange Through Community Hubs (SKETCH), the simulated student-led professional services organisation is looking for ambassadors and associates.
Congratulations to the cohorts of graduating Project SEARCH interns
18 October 2021
On Wednesday 13 October, Queen Mary staff gathered with both the 2020 and 2021 cohorts of Project SEARCH interns and their families to celebrate the achievements of the programme’s participants.
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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