Hastings Student Notices
Hey everyone, happy Monday! I hope you all had a great weekend.
We hope you enjoyed our Culture Day event and have been making the most of our Stress Awareness Month initiatives. From fluffy animal visits to football tournaments, there’s been something for everyone! If you haven’t had a chance to de-stress yet, don’t worry—World Mental Health Week is coming up in a few weeks with even more opportunities to get involved.
Stress Awareness Month, observed every April, is all about raising awareness of stress—what causes it, how it impacts our wellbeing, and how we can manage it effectively. It’s a great time to check in with ourselves and each other, build healthier habits, and explore ways to reduce stress both at work and in our personal lives.
Thanks to everyone who’s taken part so far, and keep an eye out for more activities and resources throughout the month!
Written by Paige-Marie Baker-Carroll — I’m always happy to answer any questions!
paige.baker-carroll@escg.ac.uk
Upcoming Event: Water Safety Day
🗣️ 3rd Student Council Meeting – Have Your Say!
Join the last meeting of the year to share your ideas, reflect on what’s been achieved, and help shape what comes next 💬
📅Tuesday 5th May
⏰12.30pm - 1.30pm
📌G002
🧭 Explore the South Downs Like a Pro – Free Map Reading Day!
Build your confidence outdoors with a fun, hands-on day learning map reading and compass skills in the beautiful South Downs—completely free! 🌿
📅Wednesday 24 June 2026
⏰10:00 - 16:00
📌Start point: Stanmer Park
💷Cost: Free (£10 deposit payable when place confirmed, refundable on attendance)
👉Book via email: enquiries@friendsofthesouthdowns.org.uk
🌞 Sussex Inspires Summer School — Apply Now!
Want a taste of uni life this summer? Join three days of workshops, activities and subject tasters at Sussex!
Who’s it for?
Priority for:
• 16–19 bursary / free school meals
• Care‑experienced students
• Gypsy, Roma & Traveller students
Also open to:
• Young carers
• Estranged students
• Refugees / asylum seekers
• Students from low uni‑participation areas
Take Ten Today
Any time, any day, take 10 minutes to read once a week and get a stamp on your loyalty card from the Library Team.
How it works:
Come to the Library to choose from a selection of great books and reading resources.
Read for 10 minutes.
Collect a TAKE TEN Reward Card from the Library desk. Get a stamp for each week that you read towards a free drink.
*Maximum of one stamp per week.
