Watt's On: Wellbeing
Our wellbeing events give you the opportunity to take a small break from busy university life to focus on your own physical and mental wellbeing. It is also a great way to meet other students and your support staff.
There is no need to register in advance, unless specified. If you have any questions about the activity or any accessibility requirements you would like to tell us about in advance, please contact studentsuccess@hw.ac.uk
For more information about the events taking place at across the University, please refer to our Student Events Calendar.
Watt's On: Wellbeing
September Semester
September 2025
• Welcome and Wellbeing Hub | 2 September, 15.00-16.00 @ Hugh Nisbet Corridor
Explore wellbeing services and get advice from returning students on our "Message to a New Student" wall.
• Widening Participation Welcome Event | 3 September, 10.00-11.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Join your fellow students and support staff for a relaxed chat, with a hot drink and snacks.
• Welcome and Wellbeing Hub | 5 September, 15.00-16.00 @ Hugh Nisbet Corridor
Explore wellbeing services and get advice from returning students on our "Message to a New Student" wall.
• Time Out Tea | 9 September, 14.00-15.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Relax with a coffee at the Wellbeing Services Centre while chatting with fellow PGT/PGR students.
• ReConnect post-TSS: Your questions answered! | 10 September, 14.00-16.00 @ JN 1.01
Advice on making returning to university study after a TSS as smooth as possible.
• PGR Walks | 15 September, 12.00-13.30 @ Student Wellbeing Services
Continue building connections with fellow PGR students during a relaxing group walk.
• Fold & Flourish - Origami Hanging Decoration | 16 September, 14.30-16.00pm @ Wellbeing Cabin
Craft hanging origami decorations to gift, or to add a personal touch to your new living space.
• Widening Participation Welcome Event | 30 September, 14.00-15.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Join your fellow students and support staff for a relaxed chat, with a hot drink and snacks.
October 2025
• Time Out Tea | 7 October, 14.00-15.00 @ Student Wellbeing Services
Relax with a coffee at the Wellbeing Services Centre while chatting with fellow PGT/PGR students.
• Pause and Reflect: World Mental Health Day | 10 October, 11.30-13.00 @ Hugh Nisbet Corridor
Explore supportive resources as we mark World Mental Health Day.
• Bob Ross Painting | 16 October, 14.30-16.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Paint-along to a Bob Ross video tutorial. "There's a world of happy right here."
• PGR Walks | 20 October, 12.00-13.30 @ Student Wellbeing Services
Continue building connections with fellow PGR students during a relaxing group walk.
• Slay Your Study Monsters! | 28 October, 14:30-16.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
A Halloween-themed activity to face academic fears and stress with creativity and humour.
November 2025
• PGR Walks | 17 November, 12.00-13.30 @ Student Wellbeing Services
Continue building connections with fellow PGR students during a relaxing group walk.
• Men's Health and Stress Management | 19 November, 11.30-13.00 @ Hugh Nisbet Corridor
Promote men's health awareness and encourage open conversations about mental and physical well-being.
• Recharge and Share Station | Wellbeing Week
Take a quick break to relax, recharge, and share your best study tips with fellow students
• Time Out Tea | 27 November, 14.00-15.00 @ Student Wellbeing Services
Relax with a coffee at the Wellbeing Services Centre while chatting with fellow PGT/PGR students.
December 2025
• From Here to Cheer: Festive Card Making | 9 December, 14.30-16.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Pin on the map where you’re from, share a winter tradition, and make a festive card to spread some joy!
• Widening Participation Winter Warmer | 3 December, 14.00-15.00 @ Student Wellbeing Centre
Join your fellow students and support staff for a relaxed chat, with a hot drink and snacks.
January Semester
January 2026 TBC
Drop-ins
The Student Wellbeing Services run daily drop-ins during the September and January semesters. Students can have a 15 minute supportive conversation and ask any questions they may have. All of them take place in the Student Wellbeing Centre. There is no need to sign up in advance, although we recommend arriving towards the start of the hour as we have limited capacity and operate on a first come, first served basis.
Disability: 11am-12pm, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the September and January semesters.
Student Success Advisors: 12-1pm, Monday-Friday during the September and January semesters.
Counselling: 2-3pm, Monday-Friday during the September and January semesters.
Exam stress and wellbeing advice with the Student Success Advisors: 3-4pm, Monday to Friday during Weeks 10-14.
- All aspects of coping with the stresses and challenges of preparing for assessments
- Hints and tips for successful study
- Advice on managing time and commitments
- Signposting useful resources and support
- Advice on all elements of student life.