Ruskin lived before the age of doctorates, but he understood the emotional cost of scholarship.
Supportive supervision and good teaching are not luxuries, they’re structural necessities for wellbeing & intellectual growth.
#GradSchool #PhDLife #AcademicWellbeing #HigherEd #MentalHealthInAcademia
A display of posters, books and assistive resources to observe Neurodiversity Celebration Week in the Cambridge Chemistry Library.
It's #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek! Visit our display in the library space to explore our collection of assistive resources and books on neurodiversity. You can also view our Wellbeing book collection online at cam.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/publ... #ChemAtCam #AcademicWellbeing
Text reads: "Student minds: studentminds.org.uk. Student Minds is the UK's student mental health charity. Their website provides advice and resources tailored to issues commonly faced by university students, including: starting university, exam stress, student finances, mental wellbeing. The website also hosts the Changing MENtality podcast, which covers topics relating to men's mental health."
Text reads: "Student Space: studentspace.org.uk. Run by Student Minds, Student Space offers even more specialised support for students, including: a helpline for Muslim students; workshops and support spaces for Punjabi students; a directory of services for Black students; online workshops for LGBTQ+ students and their allies; support groups for students struggling with eating difficulties, addiction, OCD, BBD, and hearing voices; resources and guidance on money, mental health, friendships, graduate jobs and more."
It's #MentalHealthMonday and this week our spotlight is on Student Minds (@studentmindsorg.bsky.social) - the UK's student mental healthy charity - and its online platform Student Space.
Student Minds: www.studentminds.org.uk
Student Space: studentspace.org.uk
#AcademicWellbeing #ChemAtCam
Text reads: "Lifecraft. lifecraft.org.uk. Helpline: 08088082121. FREE from mobiles, landlines, and callboxes. 365 days a year, 11am to 11pm. Support for people struggling with their mental health. Services include: Groups and activities; counselling; coaching; help finding work or volunteering opportunities; suicide bereavement services.
This week's #MentalHealthMonday post focuses on the local charity Lifecraft @lifecraftcp.bsky.social, which supports mental wellbeing in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. Find out more on their website: lifecraft.org.uk #AcademicWellbeing #ChemAtCam
Text reads: "Switchboard: switchboard.lgbt. Helpline 08000119100, daily 10am to 10pm. National LGBTQIA+ support line. Examples of support provided include: information about support groups for people who have recently begun exploring their sexual or gender identity; support for victims of homophobic abuse; contact details for LGBTQIA+ friendly therapists; resources for how to have safe sex; information on local gay venues. Email hello@switchboard.lgbt (they aim to reply within 5 days) Online chat available at switchboard.lgbt
February is LGBTQ+ History Month @lgbthm.bsky.social and we're turning our #MentalHealthMonday spotlight on to Switchboard @switchboard.bsky.social, the national LGBTQIA+ support line. Find out more by visiting their website: switchboard.lgbt #AcademicWellbeing #LGBTplusHM #lgbthm26
Text reads: "Take a break! Cambridge University Botanic Garden: Snowdrop Trail. Spring is coming! See the early signs for yourself at the Botanic Garden. Pick up a free trail map at the ticket office. University of Cambridge students enter for free!" Link to the Snowdrop Trail webpage: https://www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/whats-on/snowdrop-trail/
January is the longest month - 5x as long as any of the others - but there are still reasons to be cheerful. Shake off the winter blues at the @cubotanicgarden.bsky.social and enjoy early signs of spring on the Snowdrop Trail! UoC students get in for free #MentalHealthMonday #AcademicWellbeing
5 crocheted labware study buddies in different colours with embroidered smiley faces.
7 fidget toys in the shape of animals: seal, crocodile, bear, otter, fox, frog and dragon.
During Michaelmas term, some of our users asked for more study buddies in the library. So, for the start of Lent term, meet our new animal fidget toys and homemade crochet labware study buddies (courtesy of the library assistant)! #ChematCam #AcademicWellbeing
If you're thinking of New Year's resolutions, remember: research is a marathon, not a sprint. Sustainable progress beats burnout every time.
Remember to celebrate small wins and take care of your mental health 💚
#AcademicWellbeing #PhDLife #EduSky
Action for Happiness's calendar for December 2025, with suggestions for ways to be kind each day.
Graphic advertising Action for Happiness. Text reads: "Resources include: Monthly themed calendars with tips to improve mental health and physical wellbeing; 10 keys to happier living; almost 200 recorded talks (so far) from experts; montly group sessions to help people connect, learn, and spread happiness locally; free Action for Happiness app for iOS and Android.
Our final #mentalhealthmonday of Michaelmas Term coincides with the start of a new month and the arrival of a new calendar from @actionhappiness.bsky.social. Find previous calendars and other resources on the Action for Happiness website: actionforhappiness.org #chematcam #academicwellbeing
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#landscapearchitecture #campusdesign #universitylife #learningenvironment #studentexperience #greeneducation #outdoorlearning #campusinspiration #sustainabledesign #academicwellbeing
Graphic advertising the work of Zoe Ayres. Text reads: Dr Zoe Ayres is a Chemistry graduate of the OU who champions mental health in academia. Her book - Managing Your Mental Health During Your PhD - is available in the Chemistry Library, and the University also has access to the ebook. Dr Ayres created the Academic Mental Health poster series, which highlights key stressors at every level of academia and is free to download from her website. Hard copies of the posters are also available in the library.
The brilliant Academic Mental Health posters by @zjayres.bsky.social are very popular with our users! They can also access her book, Managing Your Mental Health During Your PhD, in the library and online. Find the posters and book via www.zjayres.com #mentalhealthmonday #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Sometimes the best part of a research day is the pause—a warm mug between hands, notes scattered, a quiet moment before new thoughts form.
What do you do during your break on a busy day?
#WeareTransmittingScience #AcademicWellbeing #ScienceAndSeasons #SimpleJoys 🍁☕📖
A jigsaw depicting handdrawn animals in an array of bright colours against a black background.
An origami dog and two origami rabbits.
It's always so lovely to see our users having fun with our Wellbeing resources! It brightens up these gloomy days. #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Graphic promiting the charity The Kite Trust. Text reads: The Kite Trust supports the wellbeing and creativity of LGBTQ+ people up to the age of 30 in the Cambridge area. Social groups; one-to-one support; online groups specifically for trans and non-binary, and disabled and neurodiverse young people; services for parents, carers, and wider family; online resource hub
This is Trans Awareness Week, and our #mentalhealthmonday spotlight is on the Kite Trust (@thekitetrust.bsky.social) which supports LGBTQ+ people up to the age of 30 in the Cambridge area. Find out more on their website: thekitetrust.org.uk #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Three books by Stella Cottrell imposed over a background photograph of the Cambridge Chemistry Library. Titles are: 50 Ways to Manage Stress 50 Ways to Manage Time Effectively 50 Ways to Succeed as an International Student.
🚨New books alert!🚨We're continuing to expand our Wellbeing book collection with three new items by Stella Cottrell (titles in alt text). To see what else is in the collection, visit our online reading list: cam.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/publ... #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Graphic advertising Mind CPSL and the online service Qwell. Text reads "the local branch of Mind provides a wealth of advice and resources to help overcome a range of issues. Mind CPSL works with Qwell." Qwell provides online peer support, self-help resources and chat-based counselling. Users can sign up anonymously and access free online support.
This week's #mentalhealthmonday focuses on Mind CPSL, the local branch of the Mind charity, and the online counselling service Qwell. To find out more, use the QR codes below or visit the Mind CPSL website: www.cpslmind.org.uk #academicwellbeing #wellchem #chematcam
Evenings grow longer, and there’s a special pleasure in curling up with a book, sketching ideas, or reflecting. A little stillness can fuel the next big discovery. What’s your favourite way to pause and recharge?
#WeareTransmittingScience #AcademicWellbeing #LifeInScience ✨🍂
Graphic promoting The Wellbeing Thesis. Text reads: "An online resource for postgraduate research students, supporting learning and wellbeing. Includes guidance on: sleeping better; maintaining positive psychology; problem solving; managing adversity; developing professional networks; using available resources; making your research work for you; planning for after your PGR studies.
Happy Academic Writing Month! For our first #mentalhealthmonday post of November we're highlighting The Wellbeing Thesis, an online resource supporting postgraduate research students. Visit thewellbeingthesis.org.uk or scan the QR code below to find out more. #AcWriMo #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Graphic promoting the service Shout 85258. Text reads 'Free and confidential 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who's struggling to cope. Run by trained volunteers, overseen by clinical supervisors. Text 'Shout' to 85258 to start a conversation'.
This week for #mentalhealthmonday we're highlighting Shout, a service providing free and confidential support via text 24/7 for anyone who needs to reach out. Text 'Shout' to 85258 to start a conversation, or find out more on their website: giveusashout.org #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Every Monday in Michaelmas term we'll be sharing a University service or charity our users can turn to for support. In the spotlight this week: the university's Postgraduate Wellbeing Service: www.studentsupport.cam.ac.uk/postgraduate... #chematcam #academicwellbeing #mentalhealthmonday
A graphic detailing the different types of help offered by Student Support (studentsupport.cam.ac.uk/) with QR codes: Individual Counselling Support Groups Workshops Physical Healthcare Financial Support Academic Support Harrassment and Violence Support.
Every Monday in Michaelmas term we'll be sharing a University service or charity our users can turn to for support. First up: UoC's Student Support, which helps undergraduates overcome a broad range of challenges: www.studentsupport.cam.ac.uk/ #chematcam #academicwellbeing #mentalhealthmonday
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. If you've just started at Cambridge - or if it's been a while - make sure you know where to get help if you need it during your time here. Student Support is a good place to start: www.studentsupport.cam.ac.uk #WMHD25 #academicwellbeing #chematcam
Brno 2025 throwback 🌿✨
100+ researchers explored stress, mindfulness, and connection. Watch the week that brought PhD life back to human. #academicwellbeing #MentalHealth
youtu.be/KZpBIInAaTk
“𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐏𝐡𝐃 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧.”
Over 100 young researchers from seven countries came together at Masaryk University!
🎥 Watch the throwback video to see moments of insight, laughter, and connection from Brno! youtu.be/4wkGFeaU4cg
#MentalHealthInAcademia #AcademicWellbeing
Wellbeing Area at Cambridge Chemistry Library, with 8 comfy chairs positioned around low tables.
We've spruced up our Wellbeing Area with some new comfy chairs, just in time for the new academic year! We're looking forward to seeing what our users think of them. #academicwellbeing #chematcam
How do you balance curiosity and rest?
Science thrives on questions, but our minds need pauses too. This summer, we’re reflecting on how rest can be part of research.
What helps you recharge? 🪫🔋
#WeareTransmittingScience #RestAndResearch #AcademicWellbeing
Try a new way of being kind to yourself this month with @actionhappiness.bsky.social's Self-Care September calendar! #academicwellbeing #chematcam
A completed jigsaw of an underwater scene with colourful flora and fauna against a black background.
Another triumph of jigsawing ingenuity at the Chemistry Library! #academicwellbeing #chematcam
