Brum Bulletin: Are you looking after yourself during assessment season?
In this issue...
- It's Mental Health Awareness Week
- Students succeed in national competitions
- Apply to become a Student Content Shaper today
- Which study technique is right for you?
- Join us at Birmingham Pride 2025
- Do you share a birthday with UoB?
It's Mental Health Awareness Week
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week which serves as a good reminder to familiarise yourself with the support available here at UoB. During assessment season, your mental health and wellbeing can be impacted by increased stress and pressure. It's important to reach out if things get tough, don’t struggle on your own. Time to Talk?
Pawsitive Impact
UoB postgraduate students Anna and Kinga came third overall in this years 'The Pitch' competition hosted with The Dogs Trust, with their proposal 'Pawsitive Impact'. Read their story
Inspirational Youth Award
Law student Eltayeb recently won the 2025 Youth Activist of the Year, in recognition of his positive impact through innovation, compassion, and dedication. Hear from Eltayeb
UoB Elevate apply now
Applications are open for the incubator and business growth programme exclusive to UoB students and graduates where you can start your own venture. Apply before 22 June
Looking for a fun summer job?
Do you have a passion for content creation? Whether you're into video editing, TikTok trends, writing blogs or being on camera, we’re looking for current UoB students to join our Student Content Shaper team this summer. Become a Student Content Shaper
Our top picks for UoB Xtra
From Monday 9 - Friday 27 June 2025, get 'Xtra' from your time here with us. With three weeks of free events and activities on campus for all UoB students, student Mahina shares what's already in her diary for June. Plan your summer term.
Solo date to Winterbourne
Natalie shares why she focuses on spending time on her own and outdoors to prioritise her mental wellbeing. Wrapping up her solo date series, she takes a trip to Winterbourne in the sunshine. Hear from Natalie
Which study technique is for you?
Struggling with exam revision? Or just not focusing as much as you'd like? Hannah has shared some helpful study tools that might help you switch up your assessment prep and nail those exams. Learn more from Hannah
PG Corner
Welcome to the latest updates from the University Graduate School (UGS) specifically for postgraduate students.
PG Research Festival – Secure Your Ticket!
Celebrate 125 years of postgraduate research at the University of Birmingham! Join the PG Research Festival on 24 June for talks, a research poster exhibition, keynote speaker, and awards ceremony. Connect with the University community and celebrate the impact of postgraduate research. Book your ticket now!
Calling all PGRs! Tools to Develop Your Career
Join the Emerging Researcher Innovation Challenge (ERIC)to develop entrepreneurial skills by repurposing waste by-products. Apply now to enhance your market research, design, collaboration, and presentation skills. Also, join the PGR Careers in Academia Webinar Series for sessions on academic job applications and interviews.
Academic Development Support
Join the PGR Online Writing Summer School from 8-10 July to enhance your writing skills and boost confidence. Save the dates! The PGR Development Blog covers personal and professional development topics, most recently covering Annual Progress Reviews for Insightful Learning. Check out the latest posts for valuable insights.
Your voice matters, time is running out to have your say!
Participate in student surveys to help shape the future of our University. Share your experiences and stand a chance to win £150. Your feedback will make an impact. PGRs complete PRES & PGTs complete PTES.
Top tips from Pause
The exam period can stressful, making it harder to study and stay focused. Here, the Pause@ Uni team have come together to provide you with some top tips to help you so you can perform to the best of your ability. Watch the video
Our diary picks
Birmingham Pride 2025
Birmingham City Centre
Saturday 24 May, all day
Get ready to march, dance, and celebrate as we hit the streets for this year’s Birmingham Pride Parade on Saturday 24 May. We're teaming up with local universities to show the world that higher education stands loud and proud for LGBTQ+ equality. Register to join the parade today
Quiz Night at the Lapworth Museum
Lapworth Museum
Wednesday 14 May, 7pm - 8:30pm
Lapworth Museum of Geology Quiz Night is back. Jampacked with trivia ready for you and your friends these quiz nights are a perfect break from studying.
Pause@uni drop-in
No. 1 Lodge, North Gate
Thursday 15 May, 11am - 3pm
Pause@uni is a place for students, where you can talk about anything that may be worrying you or just to take some time out from uni pressures.
Top tips for CVs, cover letters and applications
Online
16 May, noon - 1pm
Need some tips for summer job applications? Or just to get your CV up-to-date? Careers Network are running some sessions that will get you started
Everyday and advanced bike skills
On campus
21 May, 5pm - 7pm
Join us for our Yellow Course, ideal for seasoned riders who want to brush up on their skills. This course will help you develop your riding around the city.
Community Wardens: Self-Defence Class
Dance Studio, Guild of Students
21 May, 6pm - 7pm
Come along to the Dance Studio to learn some self-defence moves with your Community Wardens and Birmingham Taekwondo. Suitable for all abilities.
Junkbusters
Various locations
Starting from Monday 2 June, noon - 3pm
Donate your unwanted items to Junkbusters! Your Community Wardens will have collection stations every Monday, throughout Selly and Bournbrook.
Visit our What's On page for the latest student events.
And finally...
Do You Share a Birthday with UoB?
We’re on the hunt for some student birthday buddies! Our university celebrates its birthday on 25 May — if you share the same big day, we’d love to hear from you. Please share a photo and a short story (no more than 100 words) about how you’ve celebrated your birthday on campus. This will be shared in the all-alumni newsletter and appear on the University’s social media profiles. Please submit your story and photo by 15 May to z.alam@bham.ac.uk.
Last chance to apply for £1K
Don't miss your opportunity to apply for a Brighter Futures Grant, in partnership with Santander. There are 10 grants of £1,000 each available to UoB students. All students can enter, including undergraduates, postgraduates, part-time and full-time students. Apply before 11pm on Thursday 15 May!
Gateway to Work Experience Bursary
If you’re an undergraduate student from an under-represented group at the University, you could be eligible for our Gateway to Work Experience Bursary! The funding can be used for professional work experience, professional events, interviews and more! See if you’re eligible.