Research: Green Spaces – A Path to Healthier, Happier Campuses

Posted: 14/04/2025

Research on campus green spaces emphasises their important role in supporting student health and well-being. These spaces provide restorative benefits, offering students a chance to disconnect from academic pressures, recover from mental fatigue, reduce stress, and improve concentration. Access to nature helps maintain a balanced lifestyle by supporting both physical and mental well-being. Additionally, green spaces encourage social interaction, strengthen community ties, and foster a sense of belonging. In universities, these spaces also support emotional health, shape student identities, and can enhance academic success. Integrating them into campus designs is essential for fostering healthier student experiences.

Citation: Foellmer, J., Kistemann, T., Anthonj, C. Academic Greenspace and Well-Being – Can Campus Landscape be Therapeutic? Evidence from a German University. Wellbeing, Space and Society, 2021. (link)

More Articles in Environmental and Social Responsibility

Research: Active Spaces – How Environmental Design Boosts Physical Activity

Posted: 14/04/2025

Sedentary behaviour among university students, linked to health risks from prolonged sitting and lack of physical activity, has raised increasing concern. This research examines how campus environments influence students’ activity levels. Utilising photovoice, students captured photos to identify movement barriers and opportunities. This study, conducted at two German universities, reported that underused green spaces, inadequate […]

Research: Green Spaces & Sustainable Transport – Enhancing Student Activity

Posted: 14/04/2025

Research shows that university students who have access to green spaces and sustainable transport options are more likely to engage in physical activity. Exercising outdoors, particularly in green areas or near water, enhances enjoyment and encourages regular movement. Many students are also motivated by the environmental benefits of active transport, such as walking or cycling, […]

FISU Healthy Campus Program Signatories

Keep up to date

Interested in Healthy Campus Content? Sign up to our exclusive mailer.

Join the community

Stay up to date with Healthy Campus news from Australia and around the world.

UniSport acknowledges and pays respect to all traditional custodians of the lands of which we run, jump and throw throughout Australia. We pay respect to elders both past, present and emerging.

Details

Category

Sub Category

Share this