Residence Life University of Edinburgh

🏆 The results are in! 🏠🎉

Recently, ACE asked for your thoughts on your accommodation through quick polls 🗳️—and you delivered! 💬 It took a while to sort through all the feedback, but we can finally announce the lucky winners of the £50 prize vouchers! 💸✨

Winners will be contacted via email 💌, so keep an eye on your inbox! 👀 Thanks to everyone who voted—you’re helping shape the ResLife experience! 💛

Massive Congrats to Anna Wright, Nhat Anh, Siney Zhang, and Mariam Asghar!

IT'S HAPPENING!!!!

📢 Resident Assistant Focus Groups – Get Involved & Get Rewarded! 🎉

Have thoughts on how your Resident Assistants (RAs) support you and your community? Join our online focus group to share your feedback, help shape the future of the RA program and improve student experiences. Plus, a thank you for your time, you’ll receive a £20 voucher

📅 Dates: 24th, 25th & 26th March
👥 Limited spaces – 10 students per focus group
🎟 First come, first served!

📩 Sign up now before spaces fill up!
https://forms.office.com/e/mTJSkhuT2c

🏆 The results are in! 🏠🎉

Earlier this year, we asked for your thoughts on ResLife and your accommodation through quick polls 🗳️—and you delivered! 💬 It took us a minute to sort through all the feedback, but we’re finally ready to announce the lucky winners of the £50 prize vouchers! 💸✨

Winners will be contacted via email 💌, so keep an eye on your inbox! 👀 Thanks to everyone who voted—you’re helping shape the ResLife experience! 💛

Massive Congrats to Teresa López Liaño, Connor Macdonald, Sofia Watt Sjostrom, and Kanika Ghildiyal!

✨ Gratitude check! ✨ What are three things you're thankful for today? 🤔💛
Studies show that practicing gratitude can literally rewire your brain for happiness! 🧠⚡ Just a few seconds of appreciation can boost your mood, reduce stress, and make even the worst Mondays feel a little brighter. 🌞

Drop your three things below 👇 & let’s spread some positivity! 💬💛

🩺🚨 Did You Know?! Before Joseph Lister, surgeons didn’t even WASH THEIR HANDS before operating?! 🤯😱 Imagine going into surgery, and the doctor just… rolls up their sleeves and dives in. Yeah. That was real life. No gloves, no sterilization, nothing.

Thankfully, this University of Edinburgh alumnus changed everything. Lister wasn’t just a regular surgeon—he was THE guy who made modern surgery safe. 🏆✨

🔬 His BIGGEST Contributions to Surgery:
🔹 Antiseptic Surgery – He figured out that infections were caused by bacteria, not "bad air." Using carbolic acid (aka phenol), he started disinfecting surgical tools, wounds, and even the air! 🦠💨
🔹 Sterile Operating Theatres – Before Lister, hospitals were basically bacteria breeding grounds. He introduced clean instruments, hand-washing, and surgical masks! 🤲🧼
🔹 LISTERINE?! – Yep, the mouthwash brand is named after him. Why? Because his antiseptic methods led to better ways of killing bacteria (including bad breath, apparently 🤢).
🔹 Medical Gloves – His techniques laid the foundation for gloves, clean scrubs, and sterilized medical tools. Before this, doctors would just wipe their hands on their aprons (EW). 😬

🎓 His Edinburgh Days
Lister studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh in the 1850s, where he was inspired by James Syme, a leading surgeon of the time. His work was revolutionary, but not everyone believed him at first. Imagine trying to convince a bunch of old-school surgeons that their dirty hands were KILLING people. 🏥🚨

Today, every single hospital in the world follows Lister’s methods. A true game-changer. So, next time you use hand sanitizer, say a quiet “thank you” to Lister. 🙌

💬 What do you want to change as a University of Edinburgh alumnus? Share your dreams below ⬇️

🥞☕ FREE BREAKFAST ALERT! 🚨✨
Wednesdays just got tastier! 🍞🍳 Join Edinburgh University Students' Association every Wednesday from 8-11 AM at the Student Community Lounge, Potterrow for a FREE breakfast—because nothing starts the day better than good food & good vibes!

Reserve tickets at https://www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/events/id/4619-free-breakfast-club
Reserving is not necessary but it does help EUSA plan ahead and avoid food waste!
🥯💛

Bring a friend, grab a bite, and fuel up for the day ahead! 🌞✨

Tag your breakfast buddy 🥐👇

🚨 RA APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN! 🚨

Are you ready to make a difference and create a home away from home for your fellow students? 🏡💙 Become a Resident Assistant (RA) and help build a supportive and engaging community in university accommodation.

✅ Gain leadership & teamwork experience
✅ Support & guide fellow residents 🫂
✅ Plan fun & meaningful events 🎉
✅ Develop valuable life skills 👏

📲 Scan the QR code to apply now or visit our website! Don’t miss out—applications close on the 14th of Feb! 🕐

Feeling tense? Let’s reset. 🌌 Take 5 minutes for yourself with this quick body scan meditation:
1️⃣ Find a comfy spot to sit or lie down.
2️⃣ Close your eyes and focus on your breathing. 🌬️
3️⃣ Bring attention to your toes, then slowly move up your body—relaxing each part as you go.

A few mindful moments can help you feel calm and refreshed. Try it and let us know how you feel! 💭✨

ResLife is here for you. Reach out to us anytime:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: +44 (0)131 651 2004 (8am–8pm) or CST at +44 (0)131 667 1971 (out of hours).

For additional resources, please visit: https://edin.ac/40qYb3c

🌍✨ Happy Global Community Engagement Day! ✨🌍

Today, we celebrate the power of connection, kindness, and support in our residences! 🏡💙

📖 Did you know? Global Community Engagement Day was created to highlight the importance of building inclusive, supportive, and engaged communities worldwide. It’s a day to recognize those who dedicate their time and effort to fostering a sense of belonging in their spaces.

💙 Shoutout to our incredible RAs! From hosting unforgettable events 🎉, checking in on residents 🏡, and offering support and guidance 🤝—you make our community thrive!

🙏 A huge thank you to our residents—without you, none of this would be possible. Your energy, kindness, and participation make our residences more than just a place to live; you make them home.

💬 Drop a thank you to an RA or a fellow resident in the comments below! Let’s spread the appreciation today. ❤️

🎉 Guess who? 👀 It’s none other than Gordon Brown, a proud UoE alumnus and former Prime Minister of the UK! 🇬🇧🎓 This history buff studied at the University of Edinburgh and began his career as a Scottish television journalist 📺 before stepping into politics. But wait—did you know he also tutored for the Open University? 📚🧑‍🏫 From the lecture halls of UoE to leading a nation, Gordon Brown’s journey shows that the possibilities are endless when you start here! 💪✨ What will YOU achieve during your time at UoE? 🤩 Dream big and make it happen! 🌟

🚀 Did you know? Piers Sellers, a UoE alumnus, literally took the University of Edinburgh crest into space on a mission in 2006! 🤯🌌 Sellers studied ecological science here at UoE, graduating in 1976, before heading to NASA to become an astronaut! 🧑‍🚀✨ He went on THREE space missions: STS-112 (2002), STS-121 (2006, where he brought the UoE crest!), and STS-132 (2010). Each mission contributed to vital work on the International Space Station (ISS), including assembly and experimentation. 🛰️💡

Not only did he conquer space, but he also received numerous awards, including NASA’s Distinguished Service Medal and the Order of the British Empire (OBE). 🌟 His work in climate science and his passionate advocacy for the environment inspired millions. 🌍💙 What will YOU achieve during your time at UoE? The sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning! 🚀✨