Welfare

First years are linked with a peer supporter when they enter UCC. Peer supporters are typically students in a higher year of your course and are there to support you in any personal issues you  might have. Each peer supporter is highly trained and if they can’t fix your query themselves they will know someone who can. You will have met your peer supporter in orientation and I encourage you  to keep in contact with them over the year.

If you have any questions about the peer support system or would like to become a peer supporter yourself contact the PASS coordinator at pass@ucc.ie.

The shortage of student housing around UCC is something that the Students’ Union is actively lobbying with the University and the Government, it is truly unacceptable. The Students’ Union does not have a database of rooms or housing, but we can signpost you to the resources available.

Whoever you like you should love safe sex. Whatever your sexuality, having sex is part of being human, but you must stay safe! Here are some services that will keep you safe if you choose to have sex. Remember, not everyone will be sexually active during their time at college and you shouldn’t feel pressured into having sex because your friends are.

College can be a very overwhelming time. No matter what the issue is, we are here to help!

For tips and more information on budgeting services in UCC click here, and to make an appointment with the Student Budgetary Advisor click here.

If you want further budgetary advice or require it urgently, you can log on to www.mabs.ie. If you find yourself in your own personal financial crisis, please don’t hesitate to contact the welfare officer, but for advice on budgeting, you should contact the budgetary advisor on 021 490 2151.