{"id":1281,"date":"2026-10-08T09:40:38","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T08:40:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/be-well\/?p=1281"},"modified":"2026-10-08T13:17:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T12:17:14","slug":"meet-our-supported-social-group-facilitators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/be-well\/2026\/10\/08\/meet-our-supported-social-group-facilitators\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Team who run our Supported Groups"},"content":{"rendered":"

Throughout the year, Student Support staff run a range of supported social groups<\/a> and activities<\/a> to support your wellbeing and help you connect with other students.<\/p>\n

Students tell us how much they enjoy our groups, but we know that taking the first step can sometimes feel daunting. Many students worry about turning up alone, not knowing anyone, or not knowing what to say. These feelings are completely normal. Our staff are experienced in creating welcoming, relaxed spaces to help everyone feel comfortable and take part at their own pace. You don\u2019t need to know anyone before you come along, and you don\u2019t need to worry about having the perfect thing to say.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a little bit about our team, including the groups we run, our hobbies and interests, and some of our favourite things about Bath.<\/p>\n

We hope getting to know us a little better helps you feel more confident about joining a group. We look forward to meeting you. \ud83d\ude0a<\/p>\n

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Hannah (she\/her)<\/h3>\n

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Groups I run:<\/strong> Social Networking Group<\/a>, Bereavement Group<\/a> and the Black Students\u2019 Network<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hobbies and interests:<\/strong> I love being outside at every opportunity. I enjoy running, outdoor swimming, travelling, listening to music and anything to do with the sky.<\/p>\n

What I studied:<\/strong> Master\u2019s in Social Work and a degree in International Development with Spanish.<\/p>\n

Favourite things to do in Bath:<\/strong> Exploring Bath\u2019s countryside \u2013 running, walking and watching the sunset. The highlight of my year is going to see the newborn lambs at Bath City Farm<\/a>.<\/p>\n

One thing I\u2019m currently enjoying:<\/strong> Reading How to Kill a Language<\/em> by Sophia Smith Galer (and Olivia Rodrigo on repeat)!<\/p>\n

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Emma (she\/her)<\/h3>\n

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Groups I run:<\/strong> Explore Bath<\/a>, Garden Club and Garden Crafts<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hobbies and interests:<\/strong> More gardening! Hot chocolate appreciation and dog admiration.<\/p>\n

What I studied:<\/strong> Environmental Science and Science Communication, followed by RHS Gardening and Social and Therapeutic Horticulture.<\/p>\n

Favourite things to do in Bath:<\/strong> Drink coffee and people-watch (especially in Parade Gardens or the Waterstones caf\u00e9).<\/p>\n

One thing I\u2019m currently enjoying:<\/strong> Re-reading the Book of Dust<\/em> trilogy.<\/p>\n

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Sam (she\/her)<\/h3>\n

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Groups I run:<\/strong> Art for Wellbeing<\/a><\/p>\n

Hobbies and interests:<\/strong> Slow stitching, visual journaling, being in nature and creating with nature.<\/p>\n

What I studied:<\/strong> Master\u2019s in Art Therapy and a degree in Fine Art<\/p>\n

Favourite things to do in Bath:<\/strong> The Bath Skyline Walk and going to Alexandra Park.<\/p>\n

One thing I\u2019m currently enjoying:<\/strong> Art Cure<\/em> by Daisy Fancourt, and all the creative shows \u2013 The Great British Sewing Bee<\/em>, The Great Pottery Throw Down<\/em>, The Great British Bake Off<\/em>, Grand Designs<\/em> and more!<\/p>\n

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Grace (they\/them)<\/h3>\n

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Groups I run:<\/strong> LGBTQ+ Connect<\/a><\/p>\n

Hobbies and interests:<\/strong> I love reading, walking, music (especially 70s music), anything crafty (mostly crochet at the moment), and I\u2019m trying to teach myself guitar.<\/p>\n

What I studied:<\/strong> English Literature<\/p>\n

Favourite things to do in Bath:<\/strong> Walking by the canal or seeing my best friends and their guinea pigs!<\/p>\n

One thing I\u2019m currently enjoying:<\/strong> I Think You Should Leave<\/em> \u2013 a silly sketch comedy show.<\/p>\n

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Mark (he\/him)<\/h3>\n

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Groups I run:<\/strong> Black Students\u2019 Network monthly meet-up<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Hobbies and interests:<\/strong> I\u2019m often outside, whether it\u2019s in my garden growing veg, walking or camping. I always feel better after spending time in nature. I also love reading, writing poetry and performing poetry, and find it a wonderful way to express myself.<\/p>\n

What I studied:<\/strong> Media Communication and Psychology at Bath Spa University<\/p>\n

Favourite things to do in Bath:<\/strong> Taking a walk up to Alexandra Park and taking in the incredible views of the city. I also love the river and often spend time walking along the Avon.<\/p>\n

One thing I\u2019m currently enjoying:<\/strong> I\u2019m a big reader and love an epic fantasy saga. I\u2019m currently deep into The Wheel of Time<\/em> by Robert Jordan.<\/p>\n

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