Brum Bulletin: Win with Barber and Cadbury World
The Brum Bulletin - your student news
In this issue...
- Have you been having a blast at UoB Xtra as much as us?
- UoB students share advice and tips on their university experience.
- Jemma talks being a mum, PhD student and in full time-employment.
- Student Mimi shares her adventure studying abroad.
- PG students shine all the way to the final.
- Olivia is crowned the winner of the 'Love your Leftovers' competition.
- Double competition time with three chances to win!
News
UoB Xtra ends on Friday 21 June
We're in the final stretch of our summer programme where you can get 'Xtra' from your university experience with fun events and opportunities to boost your CV. What's been your fave part? Head on over to our Instagram to see the highlights, catch up on the fun and tag us in your UoB Xtra pics.
Returning to Uni
PhD student Robin, who refers to himself as an "uber-extra-vintage-mature student", shares the challenges he's faced and how he's come to embrace his status at Birmingham. Robin's reflections.
Advice from a final year
Sociology student Hannah has just finished her final year. In this blog, she reflects on her time at UoB and shares the advice she wishes she'd had.
Reflecting on my last year
Hear from soon-to-be law graduate Anita on perfecting your study style to job hunting. In this blog she shares some of her biggest lessons from her final year.
'Congradulations' to those graduating this summer!
Graduation is a significant milestone for every student, and it’s an opportunity for us to formally congratulate you on all your hard work during your time here at UoB. You should all be really proud of yourselves!
Make sure you keep on top of your emails for information about summer graduations, and follow the Graduations team on Instagram for important updates. Don’t forget to share your pictures and videos of your big day with us by tagging @UniBirmingham. Browse our summer graduations page.
Parenting, PhD and employment
For this year's Parents and Carers Fortnight, PhD student and mother Jemma gives us a glimpse into her life navigating study, full-time work and being a parent to a small child.
Studying abroad in Spain and France
Curious about studying abroad? Join Mimi, a third-year BA Modern Languages student at UoB, as she shares her adventures studying in Spain and France!
Students shine to final
Postgraduate students Emmanuel Emole and Glanis Changachirere have made it to the final of the Intra-University Africa Debates and are planning to take the crown. Learn more.
Olivia takes first prize
Second-year student Olivia won the Love Your Leftovers competition for her banana skin “bacon” recipe. She bagged a supply of fresh fruit and veg and cookbook. Find out more.
Sustainability at UoB
We're turning knowledge into action. Join us on Monday 24 June between 10:30-13:15 in the Exchange to hear about our progress in sustainability, and our future priorities.
Calling all final years
Want to provide feedback and drive change in race equality, plus win a £20 Amazon voucher for doing so? Fill in the Race Equality Charter Survey and help us better understand the culture and experience of our students about race equality on campus. It won't take more than 10 mins!
PG Corner
Welcome to the latest updates from the University Graduate School (UGS) specifically for taught (PGT) and research (PGR) postgraduates
Do you want some support with your PGT dissertation?
The University Graduate School and Academic Skills Centre are putting on a range of workshops and co-working sessions to help you tackle your dissertation. Check out the ‘PGT Summer Dissertation Support’ Eventbrite collection to find out more.
Book for PGR Writing Summer School
Tuesday 9 - Thursday 11 July
With workshops on thesis writing and writing for publication, plus a full day of ‘Shut up and Work’, you won’t want to miss out! Enrol on the Canvas course to find out more and register.
PG Summer Parties: coming soon!
The University Graduate School is hosting its annual PGT and PGR summer parties in July. These are among some of the biggest and best socials of the year, and you really won’t want to miss out. Follow the UGS Eventbrite page to be notified of when you can get a ticket.
How we painted the town rainbow
As Pride month comes to an end, check out how hundreds of our colourful UoB community marched proudly with other local universities at Birmingham Pride weekend. Watch video.
Our diary picks
Bears are back at Edgbaston
Thursday 20 June, from 17:00
Edgbaston Stadium
What’s better than a summer evening of football and cricket? Head down to Edgbaston Stadium to first see England vs Denmark on the big screen, then see the Bears take on Northants Steelbacks in a top four clash. Get your ticket.
Live at the Lapworth: Gabbidon Band
Thursday 20 June, 19:00-21:30
Lapworth Museum
Join us for a free evening of reggae music with Gabbidon Band. Led by Basil Gabbidon, founder member of Steel Pulse, one of the biggest Reggae bands to come out of Birmingham and the UK.
Summer Festival of Music: Folk Band
Friday 21 June, 13:00-14:00
The Dome, Bramall Music Building
The 2024 Summer Festival of Music comes to a close as we welcome Paloma Trigas and the Folk Band for a free concert of enchanting folk tunes from Eastern Europe, the Balkans, and the British Isles.
Postgraduate Open Day
Saturday 22 June
On campus
Considering a Masters or PhD? Join us on campus this weekend to learn more about continuing your studies here at Birmingham and discover our range of scholarship opportunities.
Romeo and Juliet
Friday 28 June, from 19:00
Winterbourne House and Gardens
Illyria bring Shakespeare to life in the garden once again. Their production of this perennial Shakespeare favourite is passionate, poetic and utterly gripping. Book your ticket.
Sustainability Open Forum & Green Impact Awards
Tuesday 2 July, 14:00-16:00
In person and online
Hear about the University’s latest Sustainability progress and celebrate all those who worked hard in this year’s Green Impact imitative. Refreshments will be provided, but, in the spirit of sustainability, please bring your own re-useable cup! More on the Forum.
Barber Family Workshop with Karoline Rerrie
Saturday 13 July, 10:00-12:00
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Collaborate with artists and create as a family at our Saturday Family workshops. Get in depth into current exhibitions, learn new skills and have a space to make your own artwork. Book your ticket.
Jazz in the Garden with Florence Joelle
Saturday 20 July, from 19:00
Winterbourne House and Gardens
Join us as we welcome the Birmingham Jazz Festival for a magical evening of Jazz in the garden. Drinks and snacks will also be served. Florence Joelle is a Paris-born jazz singer, songwriter, harmonica player, and recording artist based in London. Student tickets cost £16.
Visit our What's On page for the latest student events
Last chance to win big with Barber
The Barber is reopening on Saturday 22 June with three exciting exhibitions. To celebrate, they're giving away an art-themed goody bag to a lucky winner – just answer one simple question!
The biggest stars in women's tennis
Running until 23 June, the Rothesay Classic Birmingham is on at the Edgbaston Priory Club. Watch the biggest stars in women's tennis as they compete for the title. Get your tickets from as little as £10.
Win a chocolatey day out to Cadbury World
Cadbury World has relaunched its special student offer for just £12 and to celebrate, they’re offering two lucky students the chance to win a pair of tickets each to enjoy a choc-filled day at the iconic Brum attraction. Answer a question to enter.
And finally
£50,000 social enterprise grant up for grabs
Ignite has launched a competition where University students can enter their social enterprise by 19 July to be in with a chance of securing funding, expert mentoring and valuable networking opportunities. The winner will receive a £20,000 impact accelerator grant to scale up their social enterprise, with a further £30,000 being shared between the other four finalists.
AI and Data Science Masters Scholarships
Looking for postgraduate funding? We're offering £10,000 for nine Masters programmes to upskill students from under-represented backgrounds to progress into the AI and Data Science workforce. .
Special hotel rates for grads and new students
Edgbaston Park Hotel is offering discounted hotel stays for all graduands and their families between Monday 8 – Saturday 20 July. You can enjoy 15% off the hotel’s flexible bed and breakfast package when you use the code GRAD24 at checkout. With plush interiors, a restaurant serving some of Birmingham’s finest food and drink, continue the celebrations right here on campus.
Student Gym Membership Pre-Sale
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to purchase your 2024/25 gym membership early! Avoid the September rush and get ready to get your workout going as soon as you’re back in Birmingham. Pre-sale closes at the end of June, so head over to the website to secure yours.
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