We understand many staff and students within our community may be worried and distressed about this news, and we know some of you will be concerned for the safety and welfare of loved ones, whilst others will be indirectly impacted by the distressing news coverage and images. Our thoughts are with everyone affected during this difficult time.  

Support for all students   

There is support available for all students affected by this.   

Student Services (Email: studentwellbeing@lboro.ac.uk, Tel: 01509 222765) offers a range of support, including mental health and wellbeing, and advice specifically for international students. One-to-one support with an advisor is also available. If you would like to access this support, please complete the online referral form or call the number above.  

The University Chaplaincy is here to help you through your life, studies, and work. Chaplains are committed to supporting the welfare of students and staff and provide a timely, confidential and non-judgemental listening service. A 1:1 appointment can be booked through the Chaplaincy office by emailing chaplaincy@lboro.ac.uk. Support is available in person, by phone, or online.   

If you feel your studies are being affected, you can contact your Academic School and/or Personal Tutors so that we can provide the right support to you. If you wish, you can also submit an individual Mitigating Circumstances claim to explain how you have been impacted. More information on this can be found in the Student Handbook.       

Support for all staff   

Colleagues can access emotional support through our Employee Assistance Programme. More information can be found on our People and Organisational Development website.  

Should you need some time away, we would like to draw attention to our compassionate leave arrangements, including our specific policy in relation to stress connected to protected characteristics, which offers pre-approved compassionate leave for reasons such as race-based stress.