RUSU
SAYS RELAX
18th April – 2nd June Information & timetable
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“RUSU says Relax is our annual campaign to encourage students
to take a break from revision during the examination period”
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EVENTS AND INFORMATION ZUMBA* Thurs 18th May, 5–6pm, 3Sixty
MINDFULNESS Thurs 4th May, 12–12:45pm, Chaplaincy Weds 17th May, 1–1:45pm, RUSU Boardroom
ART THERAPY All term, Placed around campus in cafés and recreational areas
SMOOTHIE BIKE Fri 28th April, 10am, Outside RUSU Thurs 18th May, 10am, Outside RUSU
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FREE BREAKFAST Weds 21th April, Mon 24th April, Mon 1st May, Mon 8th May, Mon 15th May, Mon 22nd May, Mon 29th May 9:30–11am, Outside RUSU COMEDY NIGHT * Tues 2nd May, Tues 16th May, Tues 23rd May, Tues 30th May 7pm start, Mojo’s Bar
GLADIATOR JOUST Tues 25th April, 12–4pm, Mojo’s Patio
YOGALATES Tues 25th April, Tues 2nd May, Tues 23rd May, Tues 30th May 6:30pm, Wessex Hall Wed 10th May, 10-11am, Monterey Lounge JAZZ & COCKTAIL* Fri 28th May, 8pm, Mojo’s Bar
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PUPPY ROOM Tues 9th May Sign up online at: rusu.co.uk/rususaysrelax
BUBBLY & PUDDING* (CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN)
Fri 12th May, 7pm, Mojo’s Bar
WINE & CHEESE NIGHT* Fri 5th May, 8pm, Mojo’s Bar
BOUNCY CASTLE Mon 8th May, 12–4pm, Mojo’s Patio
HYDRATION STATION Thurs 27th April, Thurs 11th May, Tues 30th May All day, RUSU Entrance & Library
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REPTILE ZOO Tues 16th May, 1–4pm, 3Sixty Sign up online at: rusu.co.uk/rususaysrelax QUIZ & KARAOKE* Thurs 27th April, Thurs 4th May, Thurs 11th May, Thurs 18th May, Thurs 25th May, Thurs 1st June 8pm, Mojo’s Bar CREATE & MAKE Fri 5th May, 12–4pm, Student Activities
FILM - ‘SPLIT’ * Thurs 27th April, 7:45pm, Palmer Building
FILM - ‘MOONLIGHT’ * Tues 9th May, 7:45pm, Palmer Building
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FILM - ‘HIDDEN FIGURES’ * Thurs 25th May, 8pm, Palmer Building
FILM - ‘T2 TRAINSPOTTING’ * Tues 30th May, 7:45pm, Palmer Building
MOBILE ZOO Tues 2nd May, 10am–3pm, Palmer Quad
TAPAS & SANGRIA* Fri 26th May, 9pm, Mojo’s Bar
PLEASE NOTE: Events with * are not free and you will need to purchase tickets in advance via www.rusu.co.uk/ents. *Buy your tickets for the Reading Film Theatre showings above on the door and quote discount code RELAX17 to get £2 off! (Students ONLY - Please bring your campus card; discount does not apply to existing RFT members).
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COUNSELLING AND WELLBEING This service offers free, confidential and specialist support to all students. To book an appointment with a Counsellor or Mental Health Adviser, visit the Counselling and Wellbeing Service reception in room 106, on the first floor of the Carrington building (next door to RUSU). CONTACT
0118 378 4216, 0118 378 4218 counselling@reading.ac.uk TALK TO SOMEONE Let out your feelings by talking to a family member or a friend. Talking can highlight the bigger picture and help to empower you to rise above the exam stress.
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RUSU ADVICE SERVICE This service is based in the Students Union and offers free, confidential and independent advice on housing, finance and academic issues. DROP IN SESSIONS
Monday & Thursday, 11am-1:30pm Wednesdays, 2pm–4pm BOOK APPOINTMENTS VIA
0118 378 4100 advice@rusu.co.uk Online form at www.rusu.co.uk/advice LISTEN TO AMBIENT MUSIC Classical music can help create a positive and productive environment by elevating your mood and encouraging you to study more effectively for longer.
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PERSONAL TUTOR Your Personal Tutor is here to offer you academic support and pastoral care all year round. Whether you need help with work or you are having personal issues, your personal tutor will be able to advise you and offer support. They will also be able to help you if you wish to apply for Extenuating Circumstances. TAKE A WALK Exercise can help boost energy levels, clear the mind and relieve stress. So if things are starting to feel too much, just take a moment and stretch your legs in a new environment.
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EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES If you are faced with personal, medical or family problems that are outside of your control which negatively impact your academic performance, you should make your school aware so they can take appropriate action. You should talk to your Personal Tutor or Senior Tutor of your school and they will be able to guide you. You can also talk to your Student Support Coordinator or speak to the RUSU Advice Service. PLAN YOUR STUDYING Revision planning can help you be more productive, motivated. Download the RUSU says RELAX planner from www.rusu.co.uk/rususaysrelax.
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DRUG AND ALCOHOL SUPPORT IRiS is the drug and alcohol treatment provider for Reading students, who run drop in sessions within the RUSU Advice Service. IRiS believes in treating the person not the problem. They are here to support you in making decisions to be safe and with the right help, should you want it, cut down or stop your substance use. DROP IN SESSIONS
Thursday, 11am-1:30pm 0118 378 4100 bhoughton@irispartnership.org,uk www.rusu.co.uk/iris TRY AND GET ENOUGH SLEEP Sleep helps your brain move new information into your long-term memory, making it easier to recall. It also helps you focus during studying. #RUSUsaysRELAX
STUDY ADVICE There is a professional and friendly team based on the ground floor of the URS building near the library, who work with students at all levels of academic study. They help to develop effective practices for studying and have a clear understanding of what tutors expect, make studying less stressful in turn helping you to achieve better marks. CONTACT
0118 378 4242 studyadvice@reading.ac.uk GIVE YOUR MIND A BREAK Meditation is one of the most effective ways to take a break. Practicing meditation is a way to maintain focus while improving both your mental and physical health in turn reducing pre-exam stress.
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MATHS SUPPORT There is a dedicated Mathematics Support Centre located on the ground floor of URS Building, near the library. Here you can seek specialist help with numeracy and a range of maths topics. DROP IN SESSIONS
Monday - Thursday, 12pm-6pm Fridays, 12pm-4pm 0118 378 7484 mathssupport@reading.ac.uk EAT DARK CHOCOLATE Chocolate that is over 70% cocoa fights the stress hormone cortisol and has an overall relaxing effect on the body. It also releases endorphins which act as a natural stress fighter.
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DISABILITY ADVISORY SERVICE One of the Disability Advisors in the Carrington Building can discuss how your needs can be met so appropriate support can be put in place. GENERAL ENQUIRIES
Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm 0118 378 4202 or 0118 378 6602 disability@reading.ac.uk SPLD/ DYSLEXIA ENQUIRIES
0118 378 6835 spld_dyslexia@reading.ac.uk REMEMBER TO LOOK AFTER YOUR MIND Proper nutrition will fuel your brain. Focus on getting fruit and vegetables into your diet. Make sure you always eat a proper breakfast and eat regularly. rusu.co.uk/rususaysrelax
DID YOU KNOW? Reading University Students’ Union (RUSU) is an independent charity, based on the Whiteknights campus, that exists to represent, support and provide opportunities for all students studying at the University of Reading. As a student, you are automatically a member of the union. Within the union building we have a number of venues, including Mojo’s Bar/Kitchen, Starbucks, and 3sixty the largest nightclub in Reading and lots more. All money you spend within RUSU goes into improving and developing student activities, representation, volunteering, support, advice, social opportunities and running campaigns such as RUSU says RELAX for Reading Students.
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