News, information and events for your Manchester student life
Cosy Campus offers warm, welcoming spaces across the University where students can relax, study, or socialise. With microwaves, hot water, comfy seating and power sockets, they are your go to spot between lectures.
From Tuesday 23 June, the Mental Health Support Team (MHST) is launching a new website and self-referral form make it easier for you to access support.
Come and unwind after a busy week of yoga, sound baths, massage, meditation, reflexology, and socialising. Participate in three styles of Yoga- Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga with Sound bath and Vinyasa flow Yoga.
Read the latest guidance for students and staff in response to the Ebola outbreak in Central and East Africa, including information on travel, placements and support available from the University.
If something has happened that just didn’t feel right, you can use Report + Support to tell us and get support.
Join us to learn about safety and wellbeing support available on campus and citywide. No booking needed; drop in for information and resources.
Further to our news item last week outlining the symptoms of meningitis and what to do if you are worried following the outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent, the latest data indicates there are no new cases confirmed.
Meningitis can be hard to identify at first because it can be like flu. Be aware of the symptoms and know what to do if you’re worried about yourself, or others.
Find out more about the wide range of workshops and groups for students between April and June 2026. Get practical tools and supportive environments to manage stress, build resilience, and improve mental wellbeing.
Sometimes it feels like everyone shares Uni life as a highlight reel, but in reality university also involves challenges. Here, student blogger Grace shares why it’s okay (and very normal) not to love Uni all the time.
It’s not too late to sign up for a fun-filled 2.5k or 5k run, walk or jog on Wednesday, 4 March. Make new friends and become part of our Purple Wave community.
Free pop-up MMR vaccination events are taking place on campus this February and March. No appointment is needed and all students are welcome to attend.
If you’re going out celebrating, whether you’re clubbing, going to a house party or going to a rave, we’ve got some tips for you on how to look after yourself and those around you while also having a blast.
Christmas as a uni student doesn’t always feel like a Miracle on 34th street. The excitement of counting down the days can be quickly replaced by the stress of counting down the words in a 2000-word essay. However, there are ways to manage the end-of-semester demands and still make the most of Christmas at uni.
Winter in Manchester can be tough. The days get shorter, the cold creeps in and the temptation to hibernate is very real, but student Rosie shares how she’s learned to not just survive winter, but make is magical!