Semester 2 events, important details and reminders

Welcome back!

After the holiday season, we hope you’re feeling well and rejuvenated and prepared for an amazing semester ahead of you. Here are some upcoming events, important details and reminders for semester 2.

Active Refreshers

On Sunday, February 11, 2024, Active Refreshers will return. You can meet our sports groups and try out a variety of activities for FREE. The event runs just like Active Freshers in September, except you’ll have the chance to join sports clubs in the new year. Keep an eye out for the release of the schedule on the Team Surrey social media accounts and at the February Freshers’ Fair!

February Freshers’ Fair 

If your club or society hasn’t already reserved a spot at Freshers’ Fair, please reserve one as soon as possible. You can reserve your spot here.

If you plan on attending to join a club or society, but haven’t signed up yet, you can sign up here:

Manchester Food Allergy Network (MFAN) in Surrey

Date: 18th March 2024

Last booking date: 8th March 2024

MFAN, originally held at Manchester University and led by industry expert Professor Clare Mills, has come to the University of Surrey for its first MFAN @ Surrey workshop.

Register for the one-day workshop which will include important discussions from leading specialists in the allergen research, analysis and management fields.

The key topic of the day will be: ‘What next for food allergen management and analysis after FAO-WHO Ad-hoc expert consultation?’

Stay healthy from the start

It’s important to find time to look after yourself, both physically and mentally. Remember, there are various services available to support your well-being if needed:

1. Free 24/7 confidential support with Health Assured

Health Assured is here to help with personal or student-related problems, including exam worries.

You can call the free 24-hour helpline on 0800 028 3766 or download the Wisdom App on the App Store or Google Play. The personalised login code for the app is: MHA268152.

2. Free One-at-a-Time counselling at the Centre for Wellbeing

Counselling is a great way to explore your difficulties. One-at-a-Time (OAAT) counselling is a dynamic, focused form of counselling which has shown to be effective in a short space of time. OAAT mean that you don’t have to go through a long referral or waiting list period but can get help as and when you need it. Click here to register.