114 cultural geograhies mini fieldtrip by

rwhittle1 — 2021-11-10 16:18:49 UTC

This kind of edible landscaping is really great in terms of promoting wellbeing, developing biodiversity & growing more food. It makes food growing more accessible to everyone in the campus community rather than having to visit a farm or other 'out of the way' site.

rwhittle1 — 2021-11-10 16:24:16 UTC

I know the 'Pendle Witches' is part of local history but, given what we now know about history, maybe it feels a bit uncomfortable that we are continuing to 'celebrate' witch hunts in this kind of cartoon-esque way? These were probably just local women that the government didn't like so they got singled out for execution: can we learn from black history groups about reparative history here & what might this mean for the Pendle College logo? Just a thought...

rwhittle1 — 2021-11-10 16:25:39 UTC

Encouraging cycling seems helpful for promoting health, wellbeing and environmental sustainability. This also picks up on the mobilities theme from cultural geographies. But this new cycle store is so secure that we don't have the code to put our bikes in it yet!!

rwhittle1 — 2021-11-10 16:27:52 UTC

Gender neutral bathrooms make for a more inclusive campus environment, which is important for mental and physical wellbeing. More of these, please!

rwhittle1 — 2021-11-10 16:30:23 UTC

Good to see segregated recycling facilities - that definitely makes for better ecological wellbeing on campus. But what about the waste hierarchy? Surely reduce should come before recycle? And how many of those coffee cups will find their way into a dedicated recycling bin? Would token/exchange reusable coffee cup schemes be better?

2021-11-19 11:15:11 UTC

Social well-being - friend groups gather on the steps when it’s nice weather to Chilliax, this may take away the stress of exams and allow some chill time, the fact that there is a sloped sections for wheelchairs suggests that no one has any immobilities.

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Hidden ponds create spaces for relaxation and promote habitats, as seen by the ducks. They support both ecological and human wellbeing.

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Healthcare and wellbeing on campus

Pharmacy

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Good for your wellbeing innit

U get medicine and stuff

Which makes u weller

Hideous statue

2021-11-19 11:15:48 UTC

This statue is really ugly, I don’t know what it means and it possibly makes me and other students feel not good.

Trees

2021-11-19 11:16:16 UTC

Trees around accommodation makes view more appealing, and in summer increases privacy and makes it feel like a more safe environment which helps wellbeing as you are more calm and relaxed.

Book sale is good for ecological well being as goods are being re-used, their life has not simply ended at the consumption stage!

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Open social/food areas

Public walking paths and lights

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Makes you feel safer as your not walking on roads.

Outside Faraday Complex

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The input of these plants to the surrounding improves the aesthetic and makes the ‘scenery’ of the landscape more appealing which may make people feel more welcome to the place.

Trees in public spaces will help people’s mental health as nature is brought into close proximity of living, however it is on such a small scale in Alexander square that this is insignificant on some levels.

2021-11-19 11:17:58 UTC

Bench

2021-11-19 11:18:41 UTC

A safe space for the resting of the body and soul during the tumultuous chaos of everyday study.

Erb Garden links to ecological and personal wellbeing. Allows me to cook nice food. Shows a level of development that we can afford to make a herb guarden

2021-11-19 11:18:48 UTC

Erb

‘Erb garden

2021-11-19 11:18:56 UTC

Makes a small green space for ecological wellbeing and can be harvested to make food

Alexandra Square

2021-11-19 11:19:33 UTC

Communal space that brings people together, relaxed atmosphere, has places to sit. Every Wednesday it has a farmers market which sells organic fruit and veg, promoting health and environmental sustainability.

Book sales and markets

2021-11-19 11:19:52 UTC

The square is often used for markets and book sales, which is good for promoting local consumerism that is often sustainable

2021-11-19 11:19:57 UTC

we <3 green energy
good for environment and ecological well benign, whilst also promoting growth and development #good4society,good4me

Green space

2021-11-19 11:20:05 UTC

Therapeutic landscape, also good for ecological wellbeing as provides habitat. Woodlands is a carbon store, wind turbines- renewable energy.

Steps

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You can sit and have a rest. This promotes personal wellbeing because if you don't rest, you don't do your best.

"One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind"

2021-11-19 11:20:33 UTC

Here is a nice, quiet green space, where the ducks help to connect better with nature.

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Well-being for wildlife

Accommodation

2021-11-19 11:21:22 UTC

Having accommodation in a square makes it feel more like a community which helps personal wellbeing as it makes just more involved, less isolated and increased security

Book Stall

2021-11-19 11:21:26 UTC

Pop up bookstall promotes less screen time, escapism and expanse of knowledge. These are all important to improving mental well-being. This also promotes sustainability as it is up cycling.

2021-11-19 11:21:52 UTC

Approach to integrating nature with modern architecture. Ecological wellbeing, sometimes unpractical for walking etc.

Reflection of the spread of chain restaurants, and their associated cultures

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Reflection

‘No mow zone’

2021-11-19 11:22:09 UTC

This improves the ecological well-being of the natural spaces around campus by maintaining the biodiversity in areas that would otherwise be stripped back into a hegemonic environment.

2021-11-19 11:22:20 UTC

Excellent example of metal/social well being as it gives individuals a chance to reflect on their lives in a communal space.

Pods

2021-11-19 11:22:51 UTC

A private bubble that shelters the postgraduates in an ecological setting that tends to our biophilia.

2021-11-19 11:23:09 UTC

The duck pond creates a peaceful environment and provides a local habitat for wildlife. It acts as an area of relaxation to help our mental and physical well-being and is located near the woodland trail to encourage exercise.

Low ceiling

2021-11-19 11:23:13 UTC

Unsafe and restricting, feeling of claustrophobia

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Ramp allows wheelchair and pram accessibility, allowing more people to access the enter the Faraday building, and gain education

Movie

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Ducks

2021-11-19 11:24:13 UTC

The ducks in this pond are friendly and it can improve social wellbeing to be surrounded by nature. The presence of animals such as ducks can create a homely atmosphere and is also positive for ecological wellbeing

A rain Ruth, helps keep me dry(not moist) on the way to lectures, which increases my happiness and mental well-being

2021-11-19 11:24:41 UTC

Cars

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A common form of transportation that’s enables the MOBILITY between the student and education, albeit at the expense of the environment

tree in library

2021-11-19 11:25:03 UTC

therapeutic landscaping can help people concentrate better, help focus, remove stimuli, could help people feel more relaxed in a normally stressful environment

Woodland Walk

2021-11-19 11:25:04 UTC

Walking on paths can be noisy next to motorway which disrupts peace and can affect wellbeing. The noise pollution will also affect residents near the road.

2021-11-19 11:25:30 UTC

Decent recycling facilities but could be improved by allowing students to recycle more plastic e.g. plastic food packaging not just plastic bottles.

Centre for ecology and hydrology

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Ecological wellbeing- research. Social wellbeing- employment prospects for graduates (+ internships)

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Vast open space which is great for bringing the university community together though events e.g. the fire work display. It is also a green space where the environment can thrive along with our enjoyment.

Promoting personal hygiene

2021-11-19 11:26:57 UTC

These signs promote personal hygiene which is beneficial for both personal wellbeing and the wellbeing of others, especially during this time of covid

MAP

2021-11-19 11:27:10 UTC

The map improves students wellbeing, as it reduces stress from being lost, by making them NOT lost

Duck sign

2021-11-19 11:27:43 UTC

Attempt by university to prevent the unfortunate demise of ducks due to cars to integrate the urban and the woodland, but has the implications of previous dead ducks.

2021-11-19 11:27:58 UTC

Material of some of the benches could be better. Maybe use a recycled wood or something warmer and more comfy.

Woodland

2021-11-19 11:28:56 UTC

Vital natural spaces

Campus Watch

2021-11-19 11:29:14 UTC

Makes you feel safe, however never heard of it until now.

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A place to come together and enjoy some food. Provides a break from studying to bring up energy. However, fast food has healt implication

Sports

2021-11-19 11:30:04 UTC

Essential for the physical and mental well-being of students and staff, while also serving as a social hub of activity.

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Acceability in Alexandra Square, ramp isn’t integrated into the steps so people who need it don’t feel isolated from others.

2021-11-19 11:30:28 UTC

Benefits personal well-being, provides an escape for people, allows people with similar beliefs and interests to come to together and create a sense of community.

Record shop. Interesting how we still use records despite technological advancements (youtube-mp3 download) shows how we sometimes value culture over practicality.

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Record shop. Interesting how we still use records despite technological advancements (youtube-mp3 download) shows how we sometimes value culture over practicality.

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Tree

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Trees are vital in order for humans to breathe. This promotes wellbeing because we do need to breathe.

"If you cut down a tree, you'll have no glee. If you point at its growth, then you'll have both"

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transport links - motivate people to use buses, better than cars for the environment. expands peoples perspective- not trapped in a campus.

Picnic benches

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The perfect place to have a bite to eat, or just relax before a lecture with some friends. These benches good for our well-being - they definitely add something special to the community feel

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Post It art on windows show the personality of each flat. Helps people feel more at home.

Water fountain

2021-11-19 11:31:57 UTC

This water fountain can provide a recreational space for students to relax. The multicoloured lights and water can be visually stimulating and provide a welcome distraction from stress. Thus this can improve mental well being. However, it may be a waste of water resources.

2021-11-19 11:32:22 UTC

This tree is integrated within a student study space, promoting biophilia, which improves student wellbeing, especially when under stress of exams or deadlines. It demonstrates the university’s close link with the surrounding nature.

Pylons

2021-11-19 11:32:40 UTC

A disruptive addition to the horizon, yet serves a highly valuable purpose in one of the most confounding paradoxes for the LEC student; to study or to conserve energy.

Problem- Food waste

2021-11-19 11:33:15 UTC

Lack of facilities to dispose of compostable food waste (e.g. fruit and veg scraps). An improvement would be a system in place for composting- this would improve ecological wellbeing

2021-11-19 11:33:18 UTC

Range in architecture on Campus makes it much more interesting and pleasing to the eye. Creative and keeps our mind occupied.

COSTA

2021-11-19 11:33:50 UTC

Costa is a franchise, rapidly spawning across the UK and forcing out small businesses- creating clone towns and a lack of cultural diversity!!

Costa

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Areas to socialise- sense of community and improving personal wellbeing

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The Trim Trail encourages exercise outside and having fun. Benefits physical and mental health.

2021-11-19 11:36:11 UTC

The water fountains may bring peace and help relax some students throughout their busy day. However it could be seen as wasteful water usage

Clothes/shoes donation point

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Consumption- sustainable, donate unwanted items.

Greggs

2021-11-19 11:36:54 UTC

The Lancaster University Greggs is the second most profitable Greggs in the country this adds greatly to the identity of the uni where many students eat yim yum food

2021-11-19 11:36:57 UTC

Bus stops encourages public transport and reduce the use of cars. Good way to get in and out of campus and into town. Good convenience.

Playground

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Positively affects the social wellbeing of children especially. Using the play equipment can be a way to relax and socialise. It also encourages spending time outside

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Easy access to nature

Greenery

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The plant beds (edible or not) make us HAPPY! We love being surrounded by nature even in such a hustle and bustle environment :) They're also great for the local insects. Ft. The sun which cheers everyone up

MOAR FOOD IS NOM

2021-11-19 11:41:56 UTC

Here we see several multicultural restaurants, showing their export of ideas and food around da world. (Food is nom)

Pendle 'bin and gone'

2021-11-19 11:42:19 UTC

This area of pendle is not very attractive (considering its on route to the best college: cartmel), so it is not good for your wellbeing walking past the bins everyday and doesn't promote the uni experience too much

Chickens

2021-11-19 11:44:35 UTC

Helps personal and ecological wellbeing because…well there chickens 🐓

Norma

zoelcross16 — 2021-11-19 11:45:11 UTC

The tree and the plant wall in the library are good for ecological wellbeing. They are also good for mental wellbeing whilst studying. It has improved the ecological landscape of the library.

EcoHub Garden

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Encourages stewardship and ecological sustainability through the growing of fruit

2021-11-19 11:45:56 UTC

Recycling cardboard is sick for the environment.

Study pods

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These pods are along the woodland walk trail. They're a great study space, keeping you calm by being surrounded by nature

Community garden

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Brings people together, helps ecological wellbeing when bringing it together. Good for exercise, and sense of accomplishment when grown own products

Duck and duckweed pond

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Outdoor idyllic environment provides a calm sensory experience for the overwhelmed undergrad. Perfect with a deckchair.

Renewable energy source

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Grizedale bar outside space

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The outdoor bench area outside Grizedale bar is great for a social environment and is great for warmer periods, promoting the environmental space

EcoHub

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provides an opportunity to engage with the environment. Educates people on sustainable food systems. Reduces carbon footprint as it’s a local food source.

2021-11-19 11:49:40 UTC

These bushes promote ecological wellbeing and that

Electric cars and charging points

2021-11-19 11:49:44 UTC

The addition of electric charging points not only accommodates electric car drivers but also encourages the purchasing of renewable energised vehicles. Aaron, Livvy Boo, Em, Jessicar

A beer at the pub! Reflective of classic British culture, it's associated positives and negatives. Such as the social gatherings and friendship. But also the negative links to alcoholism and it's associated issues.

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Bar

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Promotes wellbeing because it is a place you can socialise. It is also a place of employment.

"If you spend a night in a bar, don't go home in your car"

2021-11-19 11:53:30 UTC

The hotel provides a space for families to stay to help comfort students. It also has solar panels on the back to provide more sustainable energy.

Basketball courts

2021-11-19 11:58:38 UTC

Promites exercise and fun activities to do and make friends.

Pull-up bar

2021-11-19 11:59:03 UTC

An exercise for the arms and inner child, while being accessible for all and promotes health that transcends socio-economic boundaries

Electric Charging

2021-11-19 12:00:45 UTC

Electric charging ports, promotes the use of electric cars to reduce emissions. Could introduce more of them to further encourage the use of electric vehicles.

The cinema! Reflective of the culture of luxury! Having the money and time to spend at the cinema. Leads to wellbeing and relaxation.

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Architecture

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Figure 1

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Self explanatory.

Orchard

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Implementation of natural processes in the busy life of the student.

Woodland walk

2021-11-19 12:10:19 UTC

A place to go with intention , when people want some quiet, fresh air, to feel closer to nature than in the rooms. A therapeutic landscape.
A greater appreciation of nature will in turn help ecological wellbeing as we are inspired to protect it.
The only negative, part of the walk is next to the M6! Does this impact the biodiversity of the area, as animals are disrupted ?

Grizedale herb box

2021-11-19 12:11:54 UTC

Herb box outside the cafe bar for the use of residence of the college. Helps to improve personal well-being through the art of cooking using fresh local ingredients. Links in with mobilities as you don’t have to travel into town to get such herbs but they are right on your doorstep. The example links in with consumption as by using these herbs you are not taking part in the commodity chain and are reducing your carbon footprint and cutting down on packaging.

2021-11-19 12:18:26 UTC

The park can improve personal wellbeing because it can be used to distract yourself from the stress of uni, perhaps

2021-11-19 12:19:11 UTC

The many games rooms can distract people from stress and allow people to have fun and socialise

2021-11-19 12:20:56 UTC

Our campus is very green