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residential lifea guide for students
WELCOME to
WHAT IS IT ABOUT?
Residential Life is a support project in the halls of residence. Upper year students called Student Residential Advisors (SRA) live and work in the halls and provide support to new residents. The aim of the scheme is to create a friendly, positive, inclusive and supportive environment for everyone living in the accommodation.
It may be easier to talk to a fellow student then a member of staff. Each flat is assigned an SRA.
Your SRA will visit regularly throughout the year to say ‘hi’ and check-in. They are there to help you settle into your accommodation and life at the university, provide advice and support, and serve as a resource for all sorts of issues.
Part of the SRAs’ role is to create a sense of community where everyone feels welcome.
The SRAs organise and deliver social events where there is an opportunity for you to build genuine relationships and have fun.
residential lifeYour stay in accommodation will have an impact on your overall university experience, from the friends you make to your academic grades. We hope you will experience a real sense of belonging in halls and it will quickly feel like home.
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CONNECT WITH US@ uob_reslife Official Varley Park Halls 2018-19
Official Moulsecoomb Place Halls 2018-19Official Phoenix Brewery Halls 2018-19
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STUDENT RESIDENTIAL ADVISORSYou can contact an SRA about any concerns you might have – no matter how big or small you feel the issue is.
It could be a general question about university, perhaps it is a flatmate dispute. You might be concerned about someone in halls, or you are feeling homesick and just want to have a friendly chat with someone. If the SRA is unable to help you they will know someone who can.
FLAT VISITS
SRAs will arrange a meeting with your flat twice a term. They will write to you in advance to schedule the visit. It is an opportunity for you as a group to speak to them about any issues you might have.
CONTACT AN SRA
You can contact an SRA in case of an overnight emergency (this should only be a pastoral or welfare related emergency and not related to the building or maintenance).
Varley (Monday to Sunday)• 07870 515 617 (6pm to 7:30am)• Reception (6pm to 8pm)
Moulsecoomb (Monday to Friday) • 07817 573 465 (6pm to 7:30am)• Reception (6pm-7pm)
Phoenix (Monday to Friday) • 07734 791 124 (6pm to 7:30am)• Reception (6pm-7pm)
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Martin Barr and Amy Standfast are responsible for managing the Residential Life programme. If you have any questions about the scheme please free to contact them.
Martin Barr Student Liaison Manager 07903 363 861 [email protected]
Amy StandfastResidential Life Coordinator07921 459 [email protected]
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Student Residential Advisor
I applied to become an SRA because I thought it would be a great opportunity to give back to the student community.
Having SRAs at halls of residences gives new student residents the guidance they need and makes the whole process of settling into university slightly less daunting.
For SRAs like myself, it is also a way to strengthen our interpersonal skills. Last year I signposted a lot of students who were dealing with issues like anxiety and depression to university services that would be helpful to them.
I also encouraged people dealing with exam stress by just having casual conversations with them.
The great thing about the SRA team is that since we are all students studying a wide range of subjects and from different backgrounds, you will be able to find someone you can relate to.
Anjola Oladipo
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All work and no play?
One of the best things about living in halls is you will meet lots of new people. Part of the SRAs’ role is to organise and deliver social events.
The events create a sense of community in halls – a positive environment where you can have fun, make friends and have a break from the daily academic routine.
Your SRA will provide you with more information on the events.
EVENTS
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BECOME AN SRAWe look to advertise and recruit SRAs for the next academic year from January 2019.
As an SRA you will have the chance to shape a new student’s first-year experience.
You will serve as an ambassador and:• facilitate new relationships and
levels of independence • develop an environment that
fosters self-awareness, academic success and most importantly, fun.
All of this while enhancing your employability skills.
SRAs receive a room in halls at a highly discounted rate.
SRAs receive a week’s training including mediation, mental health, first-aid, basic counselling skills and much more.
We will send you an email closer to the time explaining how you can apply.
In the meantime if you would like more information about the role you can contact us at [email protected]
• Contact your SRA and say ‘hi’ if you have not already met them. Their contact details are on a poster in your flat kitchen.
• Get involved and support the social events. Speak to your SRA if you would like to organise your own event – they can help you with funding and resources.
GET INVOLVED• Look out for each other. Let
your SRA know if you see a fellow student that is not coping with university life. We are all responsible for creating a caring and supportive atmosphere.
• Take part in your flat meetings. Communal living isn’t always easy. You have to put effort in to get to know each other and create a happy living environment.