It's a Duck's Life is a YUSU Society that provides a student-run welfare service to bring students together to share their experiences with those having similar problems.

The ducks are for all the times we feel that life would be easier if all we had to do was swim, sleep and eat soggy bread. The ducks are for every time you think that everyone else is swimming along just fine. But really, underneath the water, many of us have two feet paddling like mad, which might be struggling and feel as though they don't want to paddle anymore.

You're probably wondering why York needs another welfare service; afterall there are plenty of others here at the University, such as the Counselling Service, the University Health Centre, Nightline, YUSU Welfare and college drop-in sessions. These services are all beneficial in their own way, but they do not reduce the sense of isolation that may be experienced by people suffering with difficulties

We collect student experiences and publish their articles on our website (see articles section) and in an annual magazine so that those in need can benefit from experiences of students who've been through similar things to them. It's as simple as that! We also have forums where you can chat about relationships, alcohol and addiction, money matters, health and fitness, being social… and many more things besides!

So, if you want quick tips, if you want to stop everyone else making the same mistakes you have, or if you feel like everything in your world is a big pile of poo, remember: It's Duck's Life might just be of some help. And remember that the project relies on articles and forum posts from everyone out there.

We hope you find this website useful during your time at The University of York, and we wish you all the best.