<div class="fr-view"><p>During busy periods, the temptation may be to bury your head in books and cover yourself with post-it notes. But this may lead to burnout and stress. Breaks are not only essential to your wellbeing, but will make you more productive in the long run.</p>
<p>Take a look at the events below, including fun exercise ideas, bingo and much more!</p>
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						<span class="zfNum">1</span>Mental Wellbeing Online Meet-up					</h3>
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						<p><strong>What is it?<br></strong><br>Held every Sunday, this regular meet-up is an opportunity to come together with your fellow students for a friendly chat. Everyone is welcome. Get comfortable, grab a cuppa and join hosts Bev and Nichola from the comfort of your own home.<br><br><strong>When is it and how do I join?</strong></p><p>Sunday 21 May (and every Sunday thereafter), 7–8pm<br>Join by clicking the "Join Us" link on <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/ents/event/634/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oustudents.com.</a></p><p><strong>Anything I need to know beforehand? ;</strong></p><p>Open University Students Association's online events are intended to be welcoming and friendly spaces. Please read their <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/code-of-conduct-online-events" title="https://www.oustudents.com/code-of-conduct-online-events">Code ;of Conduct</a> before joining the session and keep this in mind when taking part.</p>				</li>
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						<span class="zfNum">2</span>Ways to exercise while still having fun					</h3>
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						<p><strong style="font-weight: 700">What is it?</strong></p><p>How do we build a strong and resilient musculoskeletal system while having fun at the same time? As part of the Ageing Well Public Talk (AWPT) series, join hosts Dr Jackie Richards and David Curry and explore ways to exercise while still having fun.</p><p><strong style="font-weight: 700">When is it and how do I join? ;</strong></p><p>Wednesday 14 June, 11-1pm<br>Join by clicking the "Join via Zoom" link on <a href="https://wels.open.ac.uk/events/ageing-well-public-talk-series-ways-exercise-while-still-having-fun">this page</a>.<br><br><strong>Anything I need to know beforehand?</strong><br><br>This talk will be recorded, so all Zoom attendees' videos and audio will be turned off at the beginning of the seminar, however, attendees are encouraged to use the ‘Chat’ button to comment.</p>				</li>
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						<span class="zfNum">3</span>Bingo!					</h3>
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						<p><strong>What is it?</strong><br><br>Join us for a fun game of Bingo! With a prize to be won and new friends to meet, it’ll help you forget your exam troubles in no time. Your online Bingo card will be generated automatically by clicking on the link for each game, which will be published on the event page.<br><br><strong>When is it and how do I join?</strong><br><br>Friday 26 May, 7-8.30pm<br>Join by clicking the "Join on Adobe Connect" link on <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/ents/event/680/">the event page</a>.<br><br><strong>Anything I need to know beforehand?</strong><br><br>Open University Students Association's online events are intended to be welcoming and friendly spaces. Please read their <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/code-of-conduct-online-events/">Code of Conduct</a> before joining the session and keep this in mind when taking part.</p>				</li>
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						<p><strong>What is it?</strong><br><br>Childhood is often portrayed as a time of innocence and connection with nature, but it can also be influenced by factors like social class, race, and gender. Hosted by The Centre for Literacy and Social Justice, speaker Darren Chetty will be discussing this and how children's books portray the idea of a magical garden.<br><br><strong>When is it and how do I join?</strong><br><br>Wednesday 24 May, 3-4pm<br>Reserve your free spot on <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/beyond-the-secret-garden-a-seminar-with-darren-chetty-tickets-516771015017">Eventbrite</a>.<br><br><strong>Anything I need to know beforehand?</strong><br><br>You'll receive an e-ticket ahead of time from Eventbrite. Just click on the link to join the event.</p>				</li>
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						<span class="zfNum">5</span>Community Drop-In 					</h3>
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						<p><strong>What is it?</strong><br><br>Held every Thursday, this community drop-in provides a place to escape to when you need a break from your studies and the friendly support of your fellow peers. Everyone is welcome! Get comfortable, grab a cuppa and join hosts Bev and Nichola from the comfort of your own home.<br><br><strong>When is it and how do I join?</strong><br><br>Thursday 1 June, 6-7pm<br>Join by clicking the "Join us" link on <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/ents/event/667/">the event page</a>.<br><br><strong>Anything I need to know beforehand?</strong><br><br>Open University Students Association's online events are intended to be welcoming and friendly spaces. Please read their <a href="https://www.oustudents.com/code-of-conduct-online-events/">Code of Conduct</a> before joining the session and keep this in mind when taking part.</p>				</li>
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