Wellbeing

Therapy Dogs visit to CS

Taking a break from revision before exams commence, students and staff enjoyed a very welcome visit from Rod Stoddart and his therapy dogs Clova, Mia and new friend Buddy. Interaction with dogs can lower stress levels and increase happiness and motivation. Rod has been helping people with his therapy dogs for 10 years and is Therapy Dogs visit to CS

EDI Talk: Why Do We Need Diversity in Research Software Engineering

On Thursday 22nd May the EDI committee hosted a talk on “Why Do We Need Diversity in Research Software Engineering?” by the Software Sustainability Institute Fellows Deborah Udoh (OLS) https://www.software.ac.uk/fellowship-programme/deborah-udoh and Olexandr Konovalov (St Andrews) https://www.software.ac.uk/fellowship-programme/olexandr-konovalov. On display we had a collection of posters designed by students to promote and raise awareness of EDI aspects, EDI Talk: Why Do We Need Diversity in Research Software Engineering

Alpacas a Heartwarming Success for CS

In a change from traditional stress-relief activities, the school hosted an alpaca wellbeing event yesterday that brought fun and relaxation to those who came along. The event featured a visit from a charming herd of alpacas from Bowbridge Alpacas Scotland, named Joseph, Angus, Jacob, Balthazar, Owain and Simon. Timed during the lead into exams, the Alpacas a Heartwarming Success for CS