Brum Bulletin: UoB students make waves
The Brum Bulletin - your student news
In this issue...
- Paris Summer Olympics kick off soon.
- UoB students recognised for awards for motivating student community.
- Nigerian student Emmanuel talks obstacles and wins on his UoB journey.
- Changes to on-campus coffee outlets.
- Careers Network are helping you prepare this summer.
- Check out how we celebrated Pride last month with student blogs.
- A selection of summer events and activities.
News
Paris Summer Olympics 2024
This year's Paris Olympics kick off on Friday 26 July. Many of our students are taking part alongside our world-class sports coaches taking international roles.
A massive good luck to those competing! We're all backing you. See who's competing.
Inspirational UoB students
Students Ozzy and Laura have been shortlisted for the Student Social Mobility Awards for their contributions in tackling social mobility, and achievements while facing socioeconomic challenges. Find out more.
Emmanuel's story so far
Nigerian Masters student Emmanuel shares his story of overcoming rejections, celebrating his wins and securing the prestigious Mo Ibrahim scholarship that brought him to Birmingham. Hear from Emmanuel.
Changes to campus coffee outlets
We're making some changes to a few of our on-campus catering outlets including Starbucks and Brook's Bar. Learn about changes.
Summer support from Careers Network
Applying for internships and other opportunities? From top tips on writing a successful cover letter to guidance on preparing online applications and acing interviews and assessment centres, join Careers Network to help you build your skills and confidence. See what's on.
New York Pride through my lens
We're looking back to Pride last month. Student Alice discusses what it was like capturing the buzz of Pride in Manhattan, New York. Read on.
UNIfied at Pride 2024
EDI Ambassador Clem reflects on Birmingham Pride where hundreds of members of the UoB community gathered proudly and loudly alongside other local universities. Hear from Clem.
PG Corner
Welcome to the latest updates from the University Graduate School (UGS) specifically for taught (PGT) and research (PGR) postgraduates
PGT Dissertation Support
Thursday 18 July, Wednesday 31 July and Monday 12 August, 10:00-16:00
Main Library
PGT Essentials workshops are happening online throughout the summer to help you research, write and edit your PGT Dissertation. You can also join supportive co-working sessions to beat procrastination and 'Get Your Diss Done'. Book onto PGT Essentials and Get Your Diss Done.
PGR Wellbeing Support
PGR Online Group Coaching is continuing through the summer to support your wellbeing. Join regular online coaching on Tuesdays at 10:00, as well as extra coaching sessions and workshops on writing, time-management, and tackling common issues. View all dates and joining info.
PGR Community Events
Westmere House
Relax over the summer with the University Graduate School’s social events. Book now for:
Look back at PG Research Festival 2024
The PG Research Festival took place earlier in June. Read our online article for a full list of our UGS Awards winners, and to learn how you can watch highlights of the Festival online, including keynotes from Professor Alice Roberts, Professor Ruth Gilligan, and early career researchers.
A weekend with a final year
Join Student Content Shaper Hannah as she takes you through her typical weekend. From socialising, netball fun, and internship applications, see how she balances it all. Watch video.
Our diary picks
Jewellery Quarter Festival
Saturday 20 July, from 12:00
Golden Square, Vyse Street , Birmingham, B18 6NF
Experience the energy and heritage of Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter with their free annual Summer Festival. Enjoy live music and performance, independent makers markets, demonstrations, arts and heritage tours and delicious street food and drinks.
Lapworth Museum Tour
Monday 5 August, 12:00-13:00
Lapworth Museum of Geology
Dumbfounded by dinosaurs, confused about clastics, puzzled by pyrite? Join Museum staff and volunteers for a guided tour of the Museum and get the chance to see behind the scenes.
Pauline Farrar: Talking Points Installation
Until Mon 26 August
Midlands Art Centre (MAC), Outdoor Terrace
Artist Pauline Farrar returns to the MAC with a new art installation. The work touches on issues of isolation and disability and the power of gardening as a creative and rejuvenative tool for wellbeing.
Botanical Arts & Crafts
Until Sunday 8 September
Winterbourne House and Gardens, Art Gallery (second floor)
This exhibition of botanical illustrations, paintings and crafts celebrates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists (BSBA). The display also highlights the history, ethos and delights of Winterbourne.
Visit our What's On page for the latest student events
And finally
Summer of you with Sports & Fitness
The Class Timetable have a hot new refresh, with a range of new classes to try. From high-energy cycle classes, to chill yoga, there’s something for everyone. You can purchase a one-month membership to see you through summer, or Pay & Go.
Postgraduate teaching opportunities
Libraries and Learning Resources are recruiting a number of PGs to work in the Academic Skills Centre, the Maths Support Centre and the Research Skills Team next academic year. If you want to be considered for these roles, complete the form.
Worklink - summer vacancies
Worklink is the University's casual recruitment agency, dedicated to helping you find flexible, part-time work right here on campus. Keep an eye on their vacancies page to see if you can make extra money and gain experience this summer.
Choose the next piece of public art on display at the Green Heart
As part of the University’s 125th anniversary celebrations, a new piece of public sculpture will be exhibited at the Green Heart. The Research and Cultural Collections team would love to hear the type of sculpture you'd like to see. Complete the online survey by Friday 19 July and help choose an enduring piece of public art that we'll be proud of in 125 years’ time.
£50,000 social enterprise grant up for grabs
Ignite has launched a competition where they're looking for the next trailblazers from UK universities to pitch their social enterprise for the opportunity to win a share of £50,000. You can also access expert mentoring, networking opportunities and a bespoke post event support package.
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