Taking on extra curricular activities such as being a Course Rep as well as studying full time at University can show employers that you're a great multi-tasker and good at organising yourself. As well as this, you'll be graduating with more than a degree and you'll have a CV that many of your peers will be envious of! That said, taking on so much can lead to feeling pressure to succeed.
The constant insistence of family and peers telling you to study and revise can become super stressful, particularly if you suffer with anxiety. Whilst obtaining a degree is an important time in your life, you must remember that your mental health is just as important. In order to achieve your best, you have to mentally believe in yourself, too!
find a balance
Find a balance between studying, volunteering as Course Rep or School Rep, doing things you enjoy, socialising, exercising and sleeping. Constantly revising without a break can make you feel emotionally and physically drained so it is crucial that you often take those all important step backs and do something different. Whether this is volunteering or a hobbie (or just taking a nap!) it can help you recharge, leaving you feel refreshed and way less stressed out.
stay in touch with friends
It can be tempting to shut friends and family out if you've told yourself you need the next two weeks purely for revision. But talking to friends and family about revision and whether you're feeling any anxiety will remind you that you are definitely not alone. Often, your peers and friends will be feeling those same nervous feelings.
be organised
Stress is often induced by not having a structure or a set plan. If you're not sure where to begin it can trigger stress which can then lead to anxiety and depression. Try creating a plan of what you need to do, or put a to-do list together with your priority tasks at the top of the list. This can eliminate some of the stress that can cloud your mind. Being organised can help you approach your day-to-day tasks such as being a Course Rep or School Rep, revising, and playing a sport, in a manageable way.
ask for help
If you find you are struggling with your mental health (or if you think you know someone who might be), the Counselling and Mental Health Service at the University can provide support. There are also workshops avaliable throughout the year on topics such as Managing Anxiety, Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Exam and Assessment Stress.
The SU also has information on mental health support here.