Personal Tutoring Colloquium

Lucy Sharp
Director of DCQE

For many students who are experiencing challenges, academics are frequently their first point of contact. Students do this because there is often a pre-existing relationship and they are seen as approachable and knowledgeable about how to access support. However, many academics may feel overwhelmed and can struggle to support students effectively.

Responding to student mental health concerns can have a negative impact on the wellbeing of academics. However, when academics work in partnership with and are connected with student wellbeing teams and are aware of how to access support for students and themselves, they feel better equipped to respond to student mental health concerns.

This session is a practical guide on how to support and advise students who find themselves in difficult situations and who are distressed and in need of help. It will also cover how academics are able to access the support of the Wellbeing team to think through the supportive role you play with the student and exploring roles and boundaries.