How personal loss shapes student life, identity, and support systems on campus.
In this raw and powerful episode of Unfiltered by EmpowerED, we’re joined by an extraordinary guest who shares her personal journey of navigating grief as a student—and how those early experiences of loss, silence, and resilience sparked the creation of The Student Grief Network. We discuss what it means to grieve at university, the unique challenges faced by students, the gaps in institutional support, and how grief can become a quiet but powerful catalyst for growth, empathy, and change.
Whether you’re a student, educator, or simply someone who’s experienced loss, this is an episode that will stay with you.
Podcast Chapters:
01:53 – Introduction & Anna’s Journey into Grief Work
02:29 – Losing Her Brother and the Hidden Impact of Childhood Grief
08:25 – Founding the Student Grief Network at University
10:50 – Coping with the Loss of Her Father and Finding Purpose
17:00 – Why Grief Is Still Invisible in Higher Education
31:08 – Creating a Framework for Compassionate Universities
43:00 – Supporting Staff Well-Being & Building a Culture of Care
53:50 – Lessons, Hope & Anna’s Final Message
Resources Mentioned:
My creative page: Anna May
Anna's Contact Details:
Email: grief.programmes@kaplan.com
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