Farm animal fun day at St. Peter’s Campus
Written by Marvelous Adenekan on 30th March 2023
The University of Sunderland Student Union recently had animals on campus for students to see.
Riggmoor Reindeer and Miniature Mobile Farm brought a llama, an alpaca, a donkey, a pony, rabbits, guinea pigs, goats and sheep.
PC: Jayne Loo
PC: Jayne Loo
Many students came out to see and even feed the animals. There was also an ice-cream van and the SU gave students vouchers to get free ice-creams and drinks on campus.
PC: Jayne Loo
PC: Marvelous Adenekan
Zoe Jones, who works for the student union said: “We have brought the animals to promote the volunteering opportunity and paid roles opportunities that students have and to also create more vibrancy for students.”
Photo credit: Jayne Loo
Third year student Jake said: “My favourite animal is the pony. I think having animals on campus is very good for your mental health.”
One of the course reps for the SU said: “This would also promote students well-being.”
It was a nice sunny day and students enjoyed themselves.
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