Hello everyone,
Welcome to seventh week. Thank you to everyone who came along for ceramic painting, such a great afternoon! This week, get ready for a particular colourful welfare email, just in time for the dark and grey sky outside. You are very welcome to contact Rose, me or any other member of the welfare team if you are bothered by something.
 

1. Welfare Tea on Friday, 4pm in the MCR

Get ready for some extra delicious cake, snacks and welfare! Come along, bring your knitting and the stories of your week.
 

1. Welfare run on Sunday, 10am at the Lodge

Put on a jumper and come along for this week’s welfare run. We will meet at the lodge and head up through Jericho to port meadow and return along the channel (~5km). All abilities are welcome but please put on some suitable shoes :) We will be back with plenty of time to get ready for the MCR brunch.
 

1. Zumba is back! Tuesday, 1-2pm in the EPA

Come along and do some sport alongside to some great latin-american music as well as the occasional track from Taylor Swift. Class is free.
 

1. 20-20-20 on Thursday, 6pm in the EPA

Come along for an hour and spend 20 minutes each for your strength, endurance and flexibility. This class is conducted by Tania and is completely free. We are looking forward to meet you there.
 

1. Free flu vaccinations

College provides free flu vaccinations for all students, regardless of whether or not you are in an 'at risk' category. Vaccinations take place in the Lower Lecture Room on Wednesday 23rd and on Friday, 25 November from 9.30am – 2.00pm. Sign up for a day and time on sheets in the lodge.
 

1. OUSO sexual health testing day on Wednesday, Corpus Christi College

Oxford University Student Union (OUSU) are holding a sexual health testing day from 11:00-15:00, Wednesday 23 November 2016, Auditorium, MBI Al Jaber Building, Corpus Christi College, Merton Street. The event will be ticketed; the 12:00-13:00 slot will be prioritised for graduate students, and 14:00-15:00 will give priority to LGBTQ students. For more details, contact vpweo@ousu.co.uk
 

1. Welfare supplies

Condoms are available in the laundry rooms at EPA, Little Clarendon Street and Bear Lane. Please do send us an email if you notice that the supplies have run out, and we'll top them up as soon as we can. If you require anything else, you can pidge either of us a note, or send us an email, and we will be happy to help. Requests for welfare supplies are treated as strictly confidential, and dealt with as discreetly as possible. 
 
8.     Peers of colour
Peers of colour is a group of peer supporters with special focus on supporting students from an ethnic minority. This group has been founded this summer and is picking up a lot of momentum at the moment. If you are seeking help or if you are interested in the everyday challenges faced by ethnic minorities in Oxford we would like to encourage you to contact them (peersofcolour@admin.ox.ac.uk) and have an eye on their Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/oxunipoc/).
 
9.      Ideas for self-care
Do you feel as if things are going too fast and all the tasks are just pilling up? Then it is especially important to take some care of yourself. Find some useful tips here: https://www.blurtitout.org/2015/08/26/19-ideas-for-self-care/ This is from last year but we seriously do not think it will ever be out-dated.
 
At last, check how beautiful and colourful the cold autumn can be: http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/autumntop10 Check out University parks, it looks very similar at the moment.
 
This is all from us for now. We wish you a wonderful week,
Rose and Jochen
 
P.S.: This week treat yourself to something amazing and try this: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/baked-pumpkin-fondue I literally do not know how to describe it, it is just awesome…

Hello everyone,
Fifth week just started and it is getting icy outside. On time for the colder weather and shorter days, the welfare team is back in full strength *yey*. You are always welcome to contact any of us or a member of the peer-supporter team directly if you feel like it. This week we would like to raise your attention to the following:
 

1. Welfare Tea on Friday, 4pm in the MCR

Come along for the MCR welfare classic, tasting this week’s cake creations. It will be worth it. Also, there will be biscuits, tea and a lot of nice chat.
 

1. Welfare Run on Saturday, 11am

Wrap yourself in a warm jumper and come along to the first welfare run of the term. We will take it very easy and run along the river Isis down to Ifley lock. That’s a beautiful 5km along the boathouses. Absolutely no running experience required but please wear some kind of suitable sport/running shoes. We will meet at the Lincoln Main Lodge at 11am.
 

1. Send a friend a smile

This week the Oxford Nightline kicked of the “Send a friend a Freddo” Campaign. Understandably, they run out of Freddos in no time. But do not worry, we will carry on and pidge you and your friends Chocolate, vegan starbursts and cheery postcards. Just sign up on https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeH5uRgokX6Uc5gR-SVSL2BPD2Iv-qg7uEshQEf0pgMZipNmA/viewform?c=0&w=1 until Friday and joy will come to you and your friends this weekend.
 
The Oxford nightline is an independent listening, support and information service. This student run service provides confidential listening during 8pm and 8am in term. More information on the Oxford nightline, how to reach them and volunteer for them can be found on http://oxfordnightline.org/.
 

1. YOGA on Wednesday, 3:45pm in the EPA

Loosen your mind and body during a free class of Yoga run by our lovely JCR. There will be mats available and all abilities are welcome.
 

1. 20-20-20 on Thursday, 6pm in the EPA

Come along for an hour and spend 20 minutes each for your strength, endurance and flexibility. This class is conducted by Tania and is completely free. We are looking forward to meet you there.
 

1. SusCam drop in session on Tuesday, 2-5pm at Café Nero on High Street

SusCam is OUSU's newest campaign, working for the rights and welfare of all those who suspend their academic studies in Oxford. If you are considering suspending your student status, they can explain the regulations and procedures surrounding suspension and the related appeals process. They can read drafts of documents you may be asked to submit before hearings, help you rehearse what you want to say at hearings and accompany you to any meetings you have with your department or College. If you are about to return after a period of suspension, they can offer advice and information on issues that may help you reintegrate into life as a student such as finding accommodation and funding. They can also signpost you to a range of specialist services to help support you. You can contact the campaign via Facebook, Twitter @SusCamOx or via Email: suscam@ousu.ox.ac.uk. Or check out their blog www.suscam.wordpress.com. Please find more information on this event on https://www.facebook.com/events/998804616908545/
 

1. Mindfulness Taster Session on Thursday 7pm in the Mure room, Merton College

The Oxford Student Mindfulness Society invites to an introduction on mindfulness. This is a meditation technique which is used to reduce stress, alleviate anxiety and increase your well-being. Here, they will explain the basic concepts of this technique and lead some simple exercises. Bring along your friends and £1 for the course. More information can be found on their facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/812942448847881/
 
8.     Welfare Supplies
Condoms are available in the laundry rooms at EPA, Little Clarendon Street and Bear Lane. Please do send us an email if you notice that the supplies have run out, and we'll top them up as soon as we can. If you require anything else, you can pidge either of us a note, or send us an email, and we will be happy to help. Requests for welfare supplies are treated as strictly confidential, and dealt with as discreetly as possible. 
 
Last but not least, feel hugged by a Koala: https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/564x/59/ed/25/59ed25a66122a58e84202c437be05bb1.jpg
 
This is all from us for now.
Rose and Jochen
 
P.S.: Treat yourself with some self-made pancakes http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/3374/perfect-pancakes which go particular well with fruit salad.