Head of Student Wellbeing

Promoting and protecting your wellbeing at Solent University

CONTACT TEODOR

WHAT DOES THE HEAD OF STUDENT WELLBEING DO?

The Head of Student Wellbeing is responsible for representing student membership on all matters relating to student support, health, safety, wellbeing and representing students in the community. They represent your views in high level meetings with the University management and key stakeholders, as well as sitting on the Union's Board of Trustees.

ABOUT ME

I’m Teodor. I'm from Bulgaria and I just finished my 1st year of studying Film and Television at Solent University. I have a strong passion for photography and writing. I love hugs more than anything.

WHAT I'M WORKING ON

Black Lives Matter Sessions (COMPLETE)

16/10/2020 - For Black History Month sessions with Mindful Healthcare are taking place on the 22nd October, featuring talks by psychologists, poets and students. Titled 'One Amongst Many', the event aims to highlights the effects of racism and how it can be dealt it.

Due to the effects of COVID-19, the campaign has changed to an online focus and planning for for future physical events has been postponed indefinitely.

Progress - 100% Complete

Monthly workshops discussing and presenting coping strategies

30/11/20 - This project is on hold due to COVID.

Progress - 0% Complete

Introduce a voting system for the policy register (COMPLETE)

16/10/2020 - The Union's Ideas board allows students to vote on policy changes that they would like to see within the Union, as well as introduce policies for students to vote on. The ideas board can be found by clicking here and all current students at Solent University are able to submit ideas and vote.

Progress - 100% Complete

Increase types of therapy provided by Solent University

16/10/2020 - Discussions ongoing with Solent University Mental Health and Therapy Team.

30/11/20 - This project is on hold due to COVID.

Progress - 10% Complete

Psychological and general first aid workshops and training

16/10/2020 - We will be providing mental health awareness training to specific student groups, where the Union feel it would be beneficial. Should this work successfully, then we will look at expanding the training to more students.

Progress - 30% Complete

Provide opportunities to be vocal about your housing experience

16/10/2020 - I am planning a general awareness campaign on Student Housing at the end of November, which is currently in the works. I am also looking at student-specific housing review platforms, that give genuine student experiences.

26/11/20 - I recently hosted a livestream with the University Housing Advisor on the Union's Facebook, discussing student housing options, your rights and general housing advice. This is still available to view in case you missed it.

30/11/20 - I am currently working on a housing guide for students, providing you with crucial information to help you make the right decisions when looking for accommodation. I hope for this to be ready in the near future.

Progress - 50% Complete