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This week, meet our February Wonders and Wows winnersLink opens in a new window, watch as we surprised them with their awards, and hear about their work. Plus, view the full list of nomineesLink opens in a new window. Nominations have reopened - get nominating for future awardsLink opens in a new window!

On industrial action, UCU has confirmed an additional strike dayLink opens in a new window on Wednesday 15 March. This is in addition to the strike dates already set to take place on Thursday 16, Friday 17, Monday 20, Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 March.

On national University Mental Health Day, see how you can get support through our Employee Assistance ProgrammeLink opens in a new window (EAP), provided by Health Assured, and take a look at their latest webinar on health anxietyLink opens in a new window and blog post on unique ways to let go of stressLink opens in a new window.

We spoke to Denver Thorpe, Staff Wellbeing Co-ordinator at ¹û¶³´«Ã½, who shared this message signposting resources and trainingLink opens in a new window this University Mental Health Day.

Hear how Jo Bishop, our Head of Estates Information and Systems, has been using Viva InsightsLink opens in a new window to help find balance in her workday. Sending praise, planning in focus time and accessing guided meditation have all helped Jo to thrive and improve her wellbeing.

We are delighted to have Andy Smith join the University next month, as Director of Wellbeing and Safeguarding. Read more about Andy and his career historyLink opens in a new window.

To mark Green Week, we spoke with Vicky Hill – Interior Design, Furniture and Equipment (IDF&E) Manager in Estates – to find out about the award-winning work her team is doing to rehome pre-loved furniture at ¹û¶³´«Ã½Link opens in a new window.

We're committed to supporting women who are navigating menopausal journeys. Did you know about our Menopause Staff NetworkLink opens in a new window? Plus, hear from some colleagues about their personal experiences of the menopauseLink opens in a new window.

For International Women’s Day, meet some of the incredible ¹û¶³´«Ã½ alumnae who are making their mark on the world, influenced by their time here.

• Dr Afiniki Akanet (MBChB Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery, 2012; PGA Childhood, 2014)Link opens in a new window
• Louise Hardy (BSc Engineering, 1988) Link opens in a new window
• Lizzie Penny (BSc International Business with Spanish, 2005) Link opens in a new window
• Luisa Da Silva (Executive MBA, London, 2019) Link opens in a new window