I thought lockdown was going to be really hard this time but I am now feeling very positive. I returned to Marjon as I didn't have the right facilities at home for my lectures. I study musical theatre and while I have no access to the rehearsal space
️ The Listening Post is a student led Marjon support network, where students can talk to students. Below, the team have answered what you can expect from the service. To book a chat, log in to Learning Space.
How can I build confidence? How can I stay motivated? If you’ve asked yourself one of these questions, join us next Friday for our Building Confidence and Motivation live virtual event. We’ll give you our top tips to overcoming these feelings.
To mark #UniMentalHealthDay we are launching the Marjon Student Mental Health Survey. The survey, led by Student Change Maker Lucy Branton, will explore student’s opinions on mental health and their experiences of mental health support here at
Following the latest Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (2020), we’re delighted to announce that we’re ranked third in the UK for postgraduate student satisfaction! Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3a30kbh
I’m happy Semester B has started to get me back into a university routine. I’ve missed it. I’m currently living in my student accommodation in Plymouth. This time around it feels different being in the house. I’m not the type of person to
I’m kind of enjoying lockdown to be honest. I’m living on campus and I feel lucky to be back as I have my housemates. We plan lots of activities to keep entertained. We cook together as a house, play games, watch TV together and go for walks to
#WeAreMarjon “The opportunity to be the Head of Sports Therapy for a professional basketball club at 23 is a rare one. I attended my first Plymouth Raiders game at 2 years old and have been a supporter ever since. To work for your home town team
Over the course of the coronavirus pandemic, a number of our trainee secondary school teachers have been supporting the fantastic work of Devon Virtual School. The school works to help children in care and care leavers from the area. During the last
Today is virtual open day! We've got live talks and Q&As about courses, student life and funding. We'll see you soon at www.marjon.ac.uk/virtual-open-days
We’re supporting #UniMentalHealthDay, so we’ve picked out our top student support resources... Marjon’s Student Support and Wellbeing team are just an email away: studentsupport@marjon.ac.uk The Listening Post is Marjon’s student led support
On Monday, February 15, we’re inviting you to a live virtual event covering wellbeing, resilience and digital detoxing. The talk will cover how to look after both yourself and other’s wellbeing, ways to build resilience and the benefits of
I try to tackle the day as early as possible. My study time requires a screen and I want to get outside before it gets dark. I try to walk for at least 40 minutes each day, it gives my mind a rest and I get to notice what’s going on around me. I
Marjon’s covid-secure Osteopathy Clinic is offering free appointments! Anyone suffering joint or muscular pain is invited to book in for treatment. For all the information: https://bit.ly/3tXUUaR
Thank you to Luke Pollard for taking the time to chat to our first year Journalism students this week They had the opportunity to interview Luke on a range of topics, including the future of Plymouth. Interested in studying Journalism at Marjon?
Congratulations to second year BSc Sport Rehabilitation student and Marjon Sports Scholar, Sam Taylor, who has been selected for the Great Britain U23 Elite Development Hockey squad! Sam was selected following a trial period that granted him a place
How can I build confidence? How can I stay motivated? If you’ve asked yourself one of these questions, join us next Friday for our Building Confidence and Motivation live virtual event. We’ll give you our top tips to overcoming these feelings.
I’m happy that I was able to return to Marjon. It has put my mind at ease in regards to being productive and getting the work done. I have a lot more variety of places to go for a walk. We’re lucky to have so much green space around Marjon. I
It’s been an unusual term. We might not be able to see it out together in person but you can join lots of familiar faces at our first Virtual Carol Service. We are #MarjonTogether, so please join us in celebrating Christmas in song with Marjon
Tomorrow is Time to Talk day, the day the nation talks about mental health. Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a drop-in session to students, explained by a member of the team, Howard To join in tomorrow between 12pm and 2pm:
After a successful first year, we're pleased to announce that the Marjon Change Makers are back! Seven students have been selected to carry out individual projects, with the aim to improve the student experience. Read the full story:
Did you know that Marjon has a Rent Related Hardship Fund? Students that have been unable to live in their student accommodation for over four weeks, due to Covid-19, are entitled to apply. Applications are open until March 10, email
Outside of university life, I’m part of the Plymouth Raiders Cheerleaders. This has been my first year in the squad and I’m really enjoying it. The girls are lovely and it’s a fun way to exercise. We train online which is unusual. It’s been
Business skills are crucial for graduates. To provide our graduates with an edge we have business lecturers teaching on many of our degrees. We also offer business degrees which are accredited by The Chartered Management Institute. This means you
CLOSING TOMORROW! Are you interested in being the face of Marjon? We are currently recruiting for student Welcome Team Ambassadors to work on the Welcome Desk. In an administrative role, you will support Marjon’s excellent customer service support
Great news Marjon sportspeople, our scholarship application deadline has been moved back! It will now close on Sunday, February 14 2021! To apply, check the details below.
Congratulations to Marjon Cheerleading, who are the winners of the Marjon Sports Federation Active Minutes Challenge! Over the last three weeks, our sports teams have been competing to total up the most minutes doing physical activity. As the winners
Study a MSc in Management for a Sustainable Future with Marjon, anywhere in the world, on our distance learning course. The impact of 2020 has meant organisations large and small, public and private sector are focusing on resilience as never before.
Calling Marjon students and the Class of 2020! Are you interested in starting your own business, social enterprise, community project or society? With the Be Enterprising Bursary, you can apply for a start-up fund to kickstart your project! Contact
Only half of us are back in the flat so it’s a lot quieter. We keep busy with board games, drinking games and watching films together. I was supposed to start placement this term in a primary school but sadly it’s been postponed. I do my best to
At Marjon, we believe that Every Mind Matters. Having good mental health helps us relax, achieve our best and enjoy our lives more. Below is a great free resource that could help support any worries you might have. Check it out
One week to go until our Virtual Open Days begin! Are you interested in studying with us? Sign up for online talks with students and lecturers to find out about life at Marjon and our courses. Book now! www.marjon.ac.uk/virtual-open-days/ ✅