College Student Bulletin - 9 October

Welcome to your fortnightly bulletin, where we'll share updates on what's happening in the College of Life and Environmental Sciences and beyond, including events, opportunities and celebrating your successes. Scroll down to explore:

  • How we're celebrating Black History Month 2025
  • Wissal's take on navigating uni life
  • Sustainable success with Prof. Julia Myatt
  • A chance to win £500 of food vouchers with Santander

Your News Roundup

'Standing Firm in Power and Pride'

October is Black History Month in the UK, and we're proud to celebrate the cultures and histories of our Black community in Britain. Make sure to enter our Black History Month Book Giveaway to win books by Benjamin Zephaniah and other Black British writers.

Enter the giveaway

Sustainable success story

Congratulations to Biosciences' very own Prof. Julia Myatt who has been recognised in the Environment 100 Awards for her outstanding contributions to sustainability!

Read the full story

Shape your experience

You have the power to make a real difference at UoB. Share your views and work with staff, all whilst earning incredible CV experience in a constructive space.

Apply to be a Student Rep

Your Wellbeing intranet page

Don't forget to check out your brand new Wellbeing intranet page. Every Wednesday, we'll send your Wellbeing updates to the newsfeed in the MyUoB app.

Your Wellbeing Team

Academic Skills Centre

We've got plenty of workshops covering everything you need to succeed in your studies. Find out how we can support you throughout your time at UoB.

Find the full list here

Settling into UoB

Biological Sciences student Wissal shares her experience and her top tips to finding your feet at University, one day at a time.

Read the blog

Got a story that you want to share? Get in touch and let us know what you're up to for a chance to be featured in the next bulletin.

Drop us an email at lesstudentcomms@bham.ac.uk

Shape the future of the Lapworth Museum

The Lapworth Museum is looking for a passionate undergraduate student to join its Management Group. Gain incredible CV experience and make a difference.

Apply by 15 October

Postgraduate Research Corner

Mentoring Scheme

Register and create your profile before Friday 24 October to receive one-to-one advice from experienced professionals.

Interested in becoming a mentor? We’d love to hear from you, especially if you have experience working outside Higher Education. Register for a mentorship

Explore the Careers Network Webinar series to get the most from your next steps in your academic journey. Careers Connect

Enhance your research skills with the Autumn term programme of PGR Development PGR Development

Help us redesign MyUoB and be in with a chance to win 1 of 5 £10 Amazon vouchers. Complete Survey

International Students’ Support

Partners' English

If your partner is interested in improving their English skills, we’re here to help. Our course runs every week with plenty of support from our fantastic International team.

Sign up here

GEES International Social

15 October 1.00-2.30 pm, LG10 Old Gym

Open to all students in Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, throughout the year we’ll explore how to navigate the UK academic system, whilst enjoying FREE pizza.

Dates for your Diary

For a full list of what’s on, see our Student Events pages.

Sleep, Circadian Rhythms, and Depression Seminar

Friday 10 October 12.00 - 1.00pm, Gisbert Kapp Lecture Theatre 1

Register your interest here.

125Talks: Global Health

Wednesday 15 October, 1.30 - 3.00pm, Debating Hall, Guild of Students (first floor)

Register your place here

Psychology in Practice: A Talk with Organisational Psychologist Grace Mansah-Owusu PhD

Wednesday 15 October 2.30 - 3.30pm, Gisbert Kapp GKAP-N337

Register to attend here

Navigating Towards Resilience: Integrating Health Systems, NCDs, and Disaster Readiness

Thursday 16 October, 5.30-  7.00pm, G20 Robert Aitken Building

Stronger together: Empowering community action to prevent youth suicide

Friday 17 October, 6.30 - 8.30 pm, The Exchange

Remember, getting to events at the Exchange is a breeze with the UOB discounted bus pass. Find out more.

Black in Biosciences – a space to connect, grow and thrive

Tuesday 21 October, 12.00 - 1.00pm, Old Gym LG12

Register for our Launch Event

The Brazil Seminar Series – Women’s Bodies, the Stat and Resistance: A Transnational History

Wednesday 22 October 11.00am followed by lunch, Alan Walters G11

Book your place here

Continental Connections: UoB x Africa

Wednesday 22 October, 10.00am - 3.00pm Grand Central Room Staff House

Book your place here

Make your first move with Careers

It’s not about getting it perfect, it’s just about getting started. Try one new thing this autumn:

World Mental Health Day

This Friday 10 October, explore how we’re supporting you, whatever you’re experiencing, through our 'Time to Talk?' pages.

Explore your support

And finally...

We’re here to make sure you’re fully supported while you study with us. The deadline to apply for a Reasonable Adjustment Plan is the 10th of October. Apply here

Have you got a religious observance that would prevent you from sitting an exam? Please let us know here by Friday 24 October for exams in January 2026.

Win big with Santander

Win £500 in food vouchers from Santander Open Academy. Simply create an account for a chance to be one of the 100 prize winners

Create an account

Ten UoB students will win a £1,000 grant this autumn via the Brighter Futures Grant, to spend on whatever helps you thrive at uni!

Apply now

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