College Student Bulletin - 23 October
This week marks Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Hear from Biosciences PhD student Anwesa for her take on a Bengali celebration at this joyous time of the year. Plus, join us for our College Diwali Celebration, 1.30pm - 3.00pm Wednesday 29 October, a chance to grab some refreshments and unleash your creative side with crafts. Sign up for our Diwali Celebration
In this edition:
- Grab a book for Black History Month
- Spooky screenings at the Lapworth
- Stay safe with SafeZone
News
Black History Month Giveaway
We’re giving away a wonderful selection of literature. Share your favourite fact that you’ve learned this Black History Month. Enter to win
Join us for Movie Night at the Lapworth
Join us for a spooky Halloween screening, as the Lapworth Museum transforms into a cinema for a screening of Nope (2022). Book your tickets.
Meet your Wellbeing Team
Come along on Wednesday 5 November to meet your LES College Wellbeing Team and discover the range of support available to help you succeed. Sign up here.
Meet your Student Reps
Student Reps will be stepping up to take your feedback and turn it into action. Got something to say? Get in touch with your reps. Meet your Reps.
Registering with a GP
Check out our page on how to register with a GP (and a dentist) so that if you do get sick, you can focus on feeling better. Get registered.
All aboard the Selly Express
Why not catch the Selly Express to get home? The Guild’s free shuttle bus service has plenty of stops in Selly Oak and Bournbrook. Find your stop.
Stay Safe with Safezone
Don’t forget to install our SafeZone app, which connects you to Campus Security or first responders for your peace of mind. Download the app.
Get the most from Careers
UK Work Visas: What You Need to Know
4.00 - 5.30pm Thursday 30 October | Online
Get to grips with Work Visas and find out everything you need to support your career in the UK. Sign up here.
Your UK Career Plan
2.00 - 3.00pm Monday 10 November | Online
Get ready for your next steps as we explore graduate jobs and schemes in the UK. Sign up here.
Global Connections
4.00 - 5.30pm Wednesday 19 November | Campus
Meet our panel of inspirational international students and get top tips on how to prepare for your career. Sign up here.
Postgraduate Corner
Researcher Resources for AI Tools
Come along to one of our workshops to find out how you can use AI to boost your research. Explore our workshops.
Reading Group Launch
Join the Birmingham Network for Phenomenology and Mental Health as they launch their reading group, focusing on the work of Simone de Beauvoir. Find the full schedule here.
Writing Friday
9.30am - 3.00pm Friday 31 October | N113A Gisbert Kapp
Taking place on the last Friday of each month, take some time out for writing and enjoy a chance to get some work done. There'll be chance to socialise and grab an all-important coffee too!
Psychedelics, Phenomenology and Mental Health
Wednesday 5 November 2025 | The Studio, Birmingham City Centre
Join internationally renowned scholars as we explore how psychedelic experiences could address mental health. Sign up here.
Call for Papers - Psychiatry in Adolescents and Young Adults
Dr Sarah-Jane Fenton is leading a special edition in the journal Frontiers in Psychiatry. We'd love to hear from you if you have a proposal. Explore the full details.
Make your mark on Sustainability
Interested in sustainability? Sign up to the Student Hub on Canvas to explore online training, workshops, internships, volunteering, careers, and how to become a UoB Sustainability Champion. Explore sustainability.
Dates for your diary
For a full list of what’s on, see our Student Events pages.
Business Careers Fair
10.30am - 3.00pm Wednesday 29 October | Great Hall
Come along to the latest Careers Fair, this time focusing on the world of Business. Explore Careers Fairs.
Hope and Change - Revisiting Barack Obama's Historic Presidency
5.30 - 8.00pm Wednesday 29 October | The Exchange
Relive some of the most historic moments of recent times with this exploration of President Obama's tenure. Book your ticket.
Job Hunting Within and Beyond Academia: Tips for Postgrads
11.00am - 12.30pm Tuesday 4 November
Uncover the recruitment methods used by employers, and how you can develop an effective ‘multi-pronged’ approach to job hunting. Sign up here.
Book Launch, Celebration, and Discussion
12.30 - 2.00pm Tuesday 4 November 2025 | LG10 Old Gym
Join us for the launch of two groundbreaking books that explore politics, economy, and social change in South Asia. Register here.
And finally...
An extra hour in bed on Sunday - don’t forget that British Summer Time ends on Sunday 26 October, set your clocks back one hour when you wake up.
Attendance - we’re here to help you get the most from your studies. Find out what’s expected of your attendance and how we can help through the announcements on your course handbook and contact les-es-compliance@contacts.bham.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Student ambassadors - there are still spaces for Applied Golf Management and Sports, P.E. and Coaching Science programmes. If you're passionate about your course and keen to inspire others, email les-enquiries@contacts.bham.ac.uk to find out more and get involved.
Share your story - inspire future students by featuring in our promotional materials. Fill out our quick Student Profile Form to tell us about your experience and what makes your course special.
Postgraduate Open Day - ready to take your studies further? Don't forget to join us on Saturday 15 November.