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  1. Self-care

    Self-care is vital to managing your mental health and wellbeing. It is important to find strategies that work for you. Take a look at these hints and tips to manage your mental health and wellbeing.

  2. Brian McManus interview – Elder Dempster

    Brian McManus joined Elder Dempster Lines as a second officer and made his way up the ranks to master. Find out more about Brian's experiences onboard the ships by listening to his interview.

  3. Sports and Societies

    Discover LJMU's sports, clubs and societies available within the Liverpool Students' Union. Students are encouraged to join or form their own group.

  4. Bereavement

    Loss is something most people experience at some point in their lives, the effects of grief and loss can be overwhelming and affect all areas of our lives. Find out more about how to manage bereavement.

  5. About the Elder Dempster project

    The Homeward Bound: A Liverpool-West Africa Heritage Project documents the lives and memories of Elder Dempster’s seafaring and office staff. As part of the project, we recorded 25 oral testimonies.

  6. Funding for research students

    Discover the funding options available for postgraduate research students at Liverpool John Moores University and whether you are eligible to apply.

  7. Relaxation

    The ability to relax is important in effectively managing stress and anxiety. Take a look at these tips and ideas to see how relaxation can fit into your daily life.

  8. Graham Austin interview – Elder Dempster

    As a Printer for Elder Dempster Lines, Graham Austin sometimes worked 18-hours a day and was responsible for printing the menus, programme of events and stationery for the ship’s various departments. Listen to Graham's interview.