University Blog: The Inside Story

Learn about the issues COVID-19 has created for sharing food with those in need in West Cheshire, the partnerships and practices developed to overcome challenges and what can be learnt for the future.

Find out about the kinds of virtual volunteering opportunities you can get involved with at the University of Chester.

Stephanie Watkins and Sohail Mushtaq from the Department of Clinical Sciences and Nutrition explain the role of vitamin D and the possibility that it may have a hand in protecting us from COVID-19.

Head of the Clinical Sciences and Nutrition Department, Professor Lynne Kennedy, discusses securing sufficient access to food during the COVID-19 pandemic and the concept of a National Food Service. 

Find out about some of the simple things you can do to bust stress and look after yourself this Stress Awareness Month.

Find out more about the important role dietitians play in working alongside other health professionals in caring for patients with COVID-19.

You may have a little more time on your hands at the moment, so what better time to learn something new?

Rugby League, shopping centres, Creamfields and Neighbourhood Weekender, crazy golf, restaurants and bars, outdoor theatre – there’s plenty to tell you about.

Katie tells us about how the personal and academic support at the Business School at our Warrington Campus helped her achieve an undergraduate and postgraduate degree.

Find out more about the life-threatening bleeding disorder, haemophilia, from MSc Haematology student, Sian.

Residential Coordinator and Master’s student from our Warrington Campus, Tom, gives an insight into what his job entails and how it supports students living in on campus.

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