A 2021 UK wide higher education study saw student wellbeing measures fall to their lowest levels, and mental health and wellbeing was the main reason given by students who were considering leaving their course. The pandemic has exacerbated financial hardship, resulted in loss of part time work and impacted family incomes, meaning current students face far-reaching challenges and barriers to success. The result is academically able and motivated students rethinking university plans.

Our goal is to raise funds to provide enhanced services and support to enable this generation of students to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals. For example, funds raised will go towards scholarships and support health and wellbeing services and activities for students most in need. Study support grants will provide laptops to those at a digital disadvantage, provide relief for those facing hardship and fund study field trips, work placements and volunteering opportunities.