Staff Tai Chi and Tea

Presented as part of the University’s Wellbeing Programme, we are delighted to offer staff the opportunity to take part in a Tai Chi and Tea session. Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for your mind and body health. Tai Chi combines deep breathing and relaxation with flowing movement …

Anomalisa (2015): Screening and discussion

Tuesday 15th May (18:00-20:30), the Screening Room, Hallward Library, University Park Presented as part of Month of the Mind 2018, the University is delighted to offer a screening of Anomalisa (2015) followed by a discussion facilitated by Sarah Hinds, Counsellor (University Counselling Service). Nominated for an Oscar award for ‘Best Animated Feature Film of the Year’ in …

Healthy Body, Healthy Mind (Month of the Mind 2018)

During May 2018 we will be celebrating our third annual Month of the Mind events programme which focuses on raising awareness around mental health and wellbeing. As part of Month of the Mind, the Department of Sport are offering all staff the opportunity to take part in their ‘Healthy Body, Healthy Mind’ programme which includes …

Want to give Parkour a go?

13 March 2018 (15:30-16:30)  David Ross Sports Centre Parkour (Freerunning) is a non-competitive physical discipline of training to move freely over and through any terrain using running, jumping, climbing and quadrupedal movement. The sport aims to build confidence, creativity, self-discipline and self-reliance, and improve one’s health and wellbeing. It encourages humility, respect for others and …

Recommit to your health

The Christmas break is now over and the New Year has begun. There is no better time to think about what you can do this year to improve your wellbeing and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The People and Culture team and the Department of Sport would like to invite you to start off your new …

Tea & Talk in support of the Mental Health Foundation

The Faculty of Engineering presents… Tea & Talk Event – Tuesday 10th October 10am to 1pm in Room C21, NTEC Building. Tea & Talk is a fundraising event in support of the Mental Health Foundation.  It will be an opportunity for an informal get together to discuss mental health issues and share experiences.  The Faculty will be …

Mental Health First Aid: Understanding and Managing Mental Health

As part of the University of Nottingham’s Wellbeing Programme, we are delighted to welcome Caroline Hounsell, Director of Partnerships and Product Development at Mental Health First Aid England on Thursday 13th July, 12:00 – 13:30 in B08, Engineering and Science Learning Centre. Mental Health First Aid teaches people how to identify, understand and help a …

Workplace Wellbeing Massages

Settle into summer with a free workplace massage. As part of the University’s Wellbeing Programme for staff we are offering 15 minute, seated and clothed, acupressure massages which use a variety of techniques to relax, sooth and revitalise you at work. Massages work on a physical level to eliminate the knots and stresses that build …

The School of Health Sciences shares best practice around staff wellbeing

The School of Health Sciences was the first at the University to develop a school-based health and wellbeing programme for staff, embedding workplace health and wellbeing within the school strategy and organisational structures and as such are currently informing wellbeing strategies for other schools and the wider University. Associate Professor Dr Holly Blake has chaired the school …

Welcome to the People and Culture blog

Hello and welcome to the new People and Culture blog. The People and Culture programme is a new initiative developed to meet the objectives the University has committed to within its People Strategy. While co-ordinated within HR by us, the People and Culture team, the programme is owned, delivered and enjoyed by the people of …