We know summer can look different when you’re still studying. Whether you're working on your dissertation, an extended project or planning your next steps, this edition brings together support, opportunities and ideas to help you stay motivated, connected and on track.
All the best,
Yvonne
Director of Student Success
In this edition:
📝 Student stories 📚 One-to-one Academic Skills support 💻 Online career resources 💬 Help shape the Newcastle University Communities Hub 🏆 Newcastle University Awards 2026 🏅 GNR 2026: Supporting our student community 🌞 Our Sport summer sale is here 📰 Other news
📝 Student stories
The latest news, thoughts and recommendations from students across campus and the city.
❤️ What I love about Newcastle
As she prepares to graduate, Mia reflects on the places, people and experiences that made Newcastle feel like home.
Take a moment to reflect on your own Newcastle experience.
💬 Help shape the Newcastle University Communities Hub
Are you currently working with or looking to connect with voluntary and community organisations, schools and/or local/national governments?
Postgraduate students are invited to join focus groups to help develop Newcastle University’s new Communities Hub,a space designed to better connect students with collaborative opportunities.
Share your experiences, challenges and ideas for support and collaboration.
📅 June to early August 2026 | 💻 Online & in-person
The Newcastle University Awards celebrate the achievements and contributions that our students make to the University.
This year's awards took place on Thursday 4 June, bringing guests together to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students across university life, extra-curricular activities and the wider community.
Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor, opened the ceremony and praised the efforts and successes of all shortlisted students.
Hosted by Ilsa Hartley, Students' Union President, and Gayle Leach from the Careers Service, the evening celebrated nominees, runners-up and winners who have contributed to the University over the past year.
We’re proud that 35 colleagues, alumni and supporters will take part in this year’s Great North Run to raise funds for the Newcastle University Student Fund.
Since the establishment of Team Newcastle in 2024, over £25,000 has been raised by runners to support students.
Donations to the Newcastle University Student Fund aim to alleviate some of the financial pressures faced by our student community and support initiatives such as:
Scholarships
Hardship funding
Discounted meals on campus
Free period products on campus
Participation bursaries for sports clubs and societies organised by the Students' Union
The funds raised help ensure that every student has the chance to succeed and thrive, regardless of their background.
We are incredibly grateful to Team Newcastle for the difference they are making to our student community and hope that you will join us in cheering them on as they take on the 13.1-mile route on Sunday 13 September 2026.
Are you struggling financially?
Find out more about how you can access financial support on our Cost of Living Hub.
🌞 Our Sport summer sale is here
Stay active for less this summer with reduced membership prices from 1 July!
Not around all summer? No problem! Enjoy flexible payment options from £12 per month or choose pay-as-you-go sessions from just £6 for gym access, fitness classes and sports activities!
