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In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Christian about decision making and then applying to university as a mature student.
This is an important viewpoint as about a third of undergraduates in the UK are mature students.
Christian shares his story of facing a fork in the road about his future - looking for another job or making the move towards university. There were many of things to consider especially as he knew the world of work but didn't know any mature students. He now does!
Listen as Elizabeth and Christian discuss:
What steps helped Christian move towards being a university student. The positives and challenges of being a mature student The importance of seeing the bigger picture and understanding your WHY of higher education and beyond Support that universities can offer for this particular group of students Using your strengths and skills from your work experience to university life The advice that Christian offers to make this a successful transition -
As the summer holiday begins in the Northern Hemisphere, many students, teachers and parents are looking forward to some rest and relaxation after a busy academic year.
For many students this time represents the end of one stage of their education and the beginning of the next, a move from primary to secondary school, a transition to higher education, or maybe a move into the world of work.
In this episode, Elizabeth shares her professional insights into this time of year and how she supports students, parents and educators to embrace both endings and new beginnings.
Listen as we discuss:
Elizabeths reflections from her professional work at this time of year.
Four elements of the RAFT framework.
The importance of review and reconciliation.The value of affirmationThe rational for taking the time to make a good farewellThe positivity in thinking destination.A little of what we have got right and wrong during our past times of transition.
Why transitions are not all easy, there are both good times and bumps along the way.
The importance of self-compassion at this time.
A timely episode for this time of year.
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Exams over, results out, the long summer vacation begins. A time for re-connection between students, family and old friends. A time that brings joy and probably also 'some' frustration...
In this episode, we revisit Episode 55, first designed for the return home after term one at university. On re-listening we realised everything we said was relevant not just for that first return but for subsequent ones as well.
So, whether you are a student, parent or other family member, this episode is worth a listen as you all embark on The Return -:)
We discuss:
How student experiences will have varied and home life may have moved on. How to find the new balance.The importance of setting realistic expectations and communicating them.Why 'negotiation' may become the most helpful word of the summer.The value in good endings and new beginnings even when the transition is a mini one.A reminder to put your well-being at the heart of the holiday period. Rest and recovery.... and whatever else makes you feel well.Setting the scene for a positive return to university in September. -
We know the starting university is both an exciting and scary time.
For many students it is their first step into moving away from home and living independently.
Over the past 18 months on this podcast we've been exploring the question of what it means to thrive in times of transition as a student, and we believe we have reached some important conclusions.
In this episode we reveal why we believe a Transitions Blueprint will help students to adjust and settle well as embark on their move to university.
This follows on from Episode 74 where we shared our rational and foundations for the blueprint and why we believe it is necessary to make this kind of support available for students.
In this episode we discuss:
How our professional and personal experiences have been our source of inspiration for transition support. Why cultural agility forms part of the solution for times of transition. How our approach complements the support many universities aim to provide for students.The three tasks that we have to support students.Our approach and plans. -
We know the starting university is both an exciting and scary time.
For many students it is their first step into moving away from home and living independently.
Over the past 18 months on this podcast we've been exploring the question of what it means to thrive in times of transition as a student, and we believe we have reached some important conclusions.
In the next episode, episode 75 we reveal our Blueprint for Successful Student Transitions.
In this episode, we present our rational and the foundations for the Blueprint.
Here we:
Discuss the nature of change in the 21st century and ask, how well are we preparing student for this fast paced ever changing world?Outline the experience of university transition and explain why supporting students to thrive through this life change, provides an important template for future transitions. Share recent research into student wellbeing and mental health when starting university. Share our four foundations for the Blueprint for Successful Student Transitions. We hope you enjoy this episode. -
Welcome to Exam Smarts.
In this episode, we're excited to welcome Steve Schecter from MuchSmarter.com. Steve brings his wisdom of learning and tutoring experience to this inspiring conversation, packed full of engaging stories leading to pertinent lessons.
Listen to discover:
How to harness the power of expectations in a way that makes the most of potential.Wise words on the subject of perfectionism, why we need to stop believing all we think especially about our limitations.Steve's thoughts re GRIT and his preference for persistence of thought and habit.Why celebrating small gains is the way to win at exam/assessment preparation.The value in the exam experience for building important life skills - yes really!Steve's 5 powerful tips for approaching exam season with confidence.To learn more about Steve, go and read his inspiring story HERE
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Welcome to this episode where we celebrate student voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Anja about her educational journey and autism diagnosis.
Anja openly shares the highs and lows, the challenges and the ways in which she managed those challenges and survive her university experience.
It was not all plain sailing and Anja shares an important message for universities about supporting students who find socialisation challenging. It is not all about the academic support.
Listen as Elizabeth and Anja discuss:
The very positive support University Disability Services provided for Anja as she arrived and settled into the academics of university life. The challenges that arose, how Anja handled them, and how better support could have made a real difference to her experience. The importance of seeing the bigger and longer term picture - and university as a path to a positive future..The value of support outside of the university structure. Why it is so important to develop your ability to ask for help. -
Welcome to an episode where we celebrate student voices and specialist university support
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Edward Mills, a postdoctoral research fellow at Exeter University. Edward is a lecturer in medieval history, a personal tutor and is actively involved in Transition Days and the Enhanced Induction Programme for new neurodiverse students. He was diagnosed as autistic at the end of first university degree. He enjoys talking and writing on autism and history - just two of his passions.
Listen to learn more about neurodiversity and if you have an autism diagnosis there are helpful pointers about applying to university and in gaining support.
They discuss
You are not alone if you have an autism diagnosis when going to university. The latest data from 2021-22 indicate there are at least 19,000 young adults making the transition from school to university. The university experience might raise some challenges AND it could well be a place to thrive. Neurodivergence and university can go well together. It can be a place to showcase your strengths and skills that could be easy and fun for you!Edward encourages you to be proactive in sharing your diagnosis as this will unlock doors to meet your needs. He explains how adjustments and ILPs ( Individual Learning Plans), that are created in collaboration with students, can bring a range of support. Parents can be involved in this process of transition.Reading stories of the experience of the transition to university can be helpful. These can be found on the Autism and Uni Toolkit below. Edward shared a number of helpful resources that support neurodiverse students through the transition to university. -
Welcome to an episode where we celebrate student voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Scarlet, an autistic PhD student who has experienced ups and downs in her 6 years of Higher Education.
It is a great conversation with Scarlet sharing her wisdom on the transition to university.
Listen to learn more about neurodiversity and if you have an autism diagnosis there are helpful pointers about applying to university and in gaining support.
They discuss
Doing the research on what support universities offer. This is usually though their Disability Service (DBS)It’s often a challenge to know about what support you might need at university because you don't know it until you get there. Your needs might change at different stages of your university experience.Scarlet’s skill in advocating for herself after a break from university. Making things happen for her and the students that come after her. The importance of focused support for autistic students e.g. burnout, scheduling work, noticing patterns of avoidance and developing reflection skills, preferably before the transition to university.Scarlet’s continued work to ensure the best support from her university and developing her skills to succeed. -
One of the health fundamentals we believe is the most neglected, is the importance of rest and recovery - and we’re not talking about sleep.
This is SO important at busy and stressful times such as exam season and here we revisit an episode first published last year.
We share:
The seven different ways we can choose to ‘rest’ and ‘restore’ our energy levels outlined by Sandra Dalton Smith in her book: Sacred Rest: Recover your life, renew your energy, restore your sanity. Which would be your favourite?Why developing a rest and recovery mindset is so important and why rest is essential for good work and helping us to prevent ‘slow self harm’ (Alex Pang).The signals we need to look out for that suggest we need to take more time for rest and recovery. What signals are you aware of? When do you ignore the signals?The ways in which we have been programmed to ignore our need for rest. What do you think gets in the way of you and rest?Ideas for taking more appropriate rest and recovery time. -
Exam time is looming and students are getting down to revision plans - and hopefully some effective revision!
But what makes studying effective? How can students get the most from the time they spend with their noses in their books?
In this episode: Bradley Busch from Innerdrive provides evidenced based strategies for students when studying for exams - he shares the following ideas:
There's a difference between what we like to do when we are studying and what’s effectiveStudying is challenging work and isn’t easy!What helps to makes knowledge stick and different ways to retrieve the knowledge you need in the examHow and why spacing - is an effective study strategyThe importance of starting your work early - we often underestimate the time we needWhy effort is contagious and how to harness its power.The NASA rocket metaphor and how it can propel you into work spaceThe truth in relation to distractions and their impact on the quality and quantity of learning -
This is the second part of our two part series discussing exam stress and how to best prepare to perform well in upcoming exams and/or assessments. Part one is episode 65.
In this episode we discuss:
Somatic exercises to help you manage your stress levels and maintain them at an optimal level. (Listen to episode 65 to understand what we mean by an optimal level). The Well-being Fundamentals that will boost your mental and physical well-being and performance levels. Organisation and revision tips and strategies.Ideas for approaching the exam and assessments in an organised, calm and focused way. What to do once the exam/assessment is over to aid your recovery. -
It's that time of year again, all over the UK students are beginning to revise for upcoming exams and assessments.
Today we start a two-part series on the subject of assessments and exams.
This Episode is all about understanding exam stress, where it sits with you and introducing ideas for calming heightened levels of stress or arousal.
The second episode, Episode 66 will be about introducing other helpful strategies for managing yourself through times of exams and assessments.
In this episode we discuss:
The Yerkes and Dodson explanation of stress arousal levels and the inverted U shaped curve.We talk about stress being a normal and necessary response to a requirement to perform and what contributes to creating an optimal state.What it feels like to move away from the optimal state and the impact our thinking can have on increasing stress levels beyond the optimal zone.We introduce a very simple but effective way to help create distance and perspective in relation to our thoughts.Why a double sided coin is a great analogy for understanding why we feel heightened levels of arousal.A mnemonic for thinking about thoughts – THINK, listen to discover more...Why we have a lot more control over our emotions than we think. -
"Cultural Agility is the ability to comfortably and effectively work in different countries and with people from different cultures" Paula Caligiuri
Cultural transitions occur when we move between countries but also when we move from one environment to another such as from school, college and home life to university.
In this episode we discuss the six competencies highlighted by Paula Caligiuri in her book 'Build Your Cultural Agility' and apply them to the university transition.
For each we draw on the experience of the students in our Student Voices series to illustrate the competencies in action.
A great listen for anyone moving to a new and novel situation/environment and wanting to consider the skills and competencies that will help them to adjust and settle well - all brought to life by the wisdom shared in our student voices series.
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Welcome to the next episode of Student Voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Marianne, a first year university student, about her journey so far.
It is a great conversation full of insights and helpful tips for students about to embark on their university journey.
Listen if you are a first year university student reflecting on your experience so far, you are in your exam or gap year thinking about a move to university. Also a helpful listen for parents and student counsellors/wellbeing advisors.
They discuss:
The value of visiting and getting a feel for the university and city environment as part of the preparation process.
Tips on making friends, listen as Marianne shares her approach and recognition that it is not always easy.
Factors that can contribute to overwhelm and what to do to manage and prevent it from building up.
The challenge and benefit of living between two homes.
The positive payback of doing more to build your social connections and involvement at university.
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Welcome to the next episode of Student Voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Isis, a first year university student, about her journey so far.
It is a great conversation full of insights and helpful tips for students about to embark on their university journey.
Listen if you are a first year university student reflecting on your experience so far, you are in your A level or gap year thinking about a move to university, and also a helpful listen for parents and student counsellors/wellbeing advisors.
They discuss:
Isis's shares her ideas for preparing for a good start.The importance of friends and building a solid friendship base. The bittersweet experience of going home.What caused Isis to struggle and what she did to help herself.Getting into the academics and asking for help. -
Welcome to the next episode of Student Voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Sofia, a first year university student, about her journey so far.
It is a great conversation full of honest insights and helpful tips for students about to embark on their university journey.
Listen if you are a first year university student reflecting on your experience so far, you are in your A level or gap year thinking about a move to university, and also a helpful listen for parents and student counsellors/wellbeing advisors.
They discuss:
The advice Sofia was given before leaving for university and how that helped. How Sofia has settled into her new independence and what she has learned along the way. What has helped in her settling in journey - and what has not. Why it matters to know yourself and be clear about what matters to you.The two things Sofia feels every student should know. -
In this episode of Voices in Transition, we are delighted to welcome:
Keri Haw - Student Wellbeing Manager, University of BristolAmy Lewis - Senior Tutor for the School of Arts, University of BristolLaura Baglow - Senior Manager for Inclusive Communities, University of BristolThey bring their wellbeing expertise and advice to support first year students as they return after the winter break. Listen as we discuss:
Why it can feel hard to return after the winter break and what to do if you are struggling.The opportunities and approaches for continuing to make new connections and friendships, this is not for term one only.The role of solid study planning, suggestions for managing workload, minimising stress and enhancing wellbeing.How to manage year one exams and assessments.Why perfectionism is not your friend.The value of looking forward to future transitions, including advice to ensure you are not blindsided by the next change.Practical tips and sources of support for accommodation challenges and financial hardship. -
Welcome to the next episode of Student Voices.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks to Evie, a first year university student, about her journey so far.
They discuss:
How Evie made friends and the surprisingly simple technique she used to connect with people.Getting used to independent living, the finances, cooking and the laundry!The importance of rest and giving yourself some downtime.Coping with the dip and how everyone experiences university differently and why it is so important to recognise that.Evie's greatest challenges.What Evie believes every student should know about the experience before leaving home. - Laat meer zien