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Welcome to the autumn edition of the Alumni Network E-newsletter. This edition is packed full of news stories, details of recent and forthcoming events, and information on the range of employability and enterprise support services available to former students. Highlights of this issue include:
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National Student Survey: UEL student satisfaction reaches all time high With record numbers of prospective students set to start searching for university places this week, the University of East London has recorded its highest ever student satisfaction rating. Full story
UEL students ‘overwhelmed’ by Henley Royal Regatta success Three UEL sports scholarship students put in blistering performances at this year’s Henley Royal Regatta to win both the Prince of Wales Challenge Cup and the Visitors' Challenge Cup. Full story
National Teaching Fellowship award for UEL academic Professor Jean Murray from UEL’s Cass School of Education and Communities has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship - the most prestigious award for excellence in higher education teaching and support for learning. Full story
Medicinal herb garden opens at UEL The eagerly anticipated Medicinal Herb Garden has been officially opened at UEL’s Stratford Campus. Full story
UEL student given 10-1 odds that he’ll win the Turner Prize by 50 UEL photography student, Roger Molloy, has managed to secure odds with high street bookmakers William Hill, that he’ll win the Turner Prize by the time he hits 50. Full story
Mum’s the word for new UEL course The new post-graduate Diploma in Career Coaching at the University of East London could be just the ticket for mums who are looking to rejuvenate their career. Full story
UEL launches Islamic Banking and Finance Centre The launch of the Islamic Banking and Finance centre will see the University of East London become a central figure in one of the fastest growing financial sectors in the marketplace. Full story
CEWE event is on the money “Managing the cash rigorously will make the difference in determining whether or not your business survives” was the overriding message at the latest event held by UEL’s Centre of Excellence for Women’s Entrepreneurship (CEWE). Full story
'We’re in Fashion!’ Record numbers of UEL fashion students working in the industry Graduate Fashion Week may represent the glamorous end of the fashion student’s calendar but as the lights go down and the banners are put away for another year, it is through securing an industry placement that most fashion students will get their first step on the ladder in this highly competitive industry. Full story
Yet another royal engagement for UEL dancers as HRH the Prince of Wales pays surprise visit it seems as though the royal family just can’t get enough of the University of East London as students from the Institute for Performing Arts Development (IPAD) performed at their behest for the second time in less than six weeks. Full story
More news stories may be found at www.uel.ac.uk/news
Alumni Passport Cards
Due to a security upgrade at the University all card holders are required update their existing swipe cards. This is at no cost to you and is a very simple process. Next time you are at the Docklands campus, please report to the security office located on the ground floor of the East Building and inform them that you need to update your Alumni Network Card. All you need to do is show your existing card and they will produce an updated one for you.
All card holders who registered for their Alumni Network Card Prior to Tuesday 2nd August 2011 are required to update their cards.
Note: If coming to renew your Alumni Network Card this can only be done between the hours of 08:00 - 12:00, Monday - Friday, please take your old card directly to the Security Office located on the ground floor of the East Building at our Docklands Campus. If you wish to sign up for an Alumni Network Card this can be done between the hours of 09:00 – 12:00, Monday - Friday, please come directly to the Alumni Development Office located on the second floor of the West Building at our Docklands Campus.
The Alumni Development Office has been working on developing the benefits and discounts we offer to our Alumni Network, we are pleased to add the following to our list of external benefits;
As well as this we are also trialling an Alumni Network Forum, it is in the early stages of development but we would appreciate your feedback, so take a look.
Our full list of benefits and discounts can be found HERE
Winter Edition of Now and Then
Do you have a story to share? We are looking for Alumni to feature in our next Alumni Magazine due out at the end of November, if you have something you would like to feature in ‘Now and Then’ get in contact. We are also offering advertising space in this edition of ‘Now and Then’ with a 10% discount on the rates to our Alumni Network Members. An advert in ‘Now and Then’ magazine will reach over 36,000 named graduates from The University of East London and provide an opportunity to talk directly to this high calibre audience, of which over 65% live in London and the South East. In addition University staff, business colleagues, friends and supporters also receive ‘Now and Then’. If you would like more information on our advertising rates get in contact.
Nigerian Alumni Reception - Saturday 25th June 2011, Lagos, Nigeria
Around 30 UEL Graduates based in Nigeria came together on Saturday 25th June at the Eko hotel and Suite, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
The event celebrated the 35th Anniversary of the Law School but was attended by Alumni from all subject areas. With both alumni that gradated nearly 30 years ago and alumni that graduated just last year in attendance, there was an interesting mix of guests providing an excellent opportunity for networking.
The evening was opened by a key note speech from John Shaw, Pro Vice- Chancellor, and International. John discussed UELs developments and future plans, as well as the Olympics; he 
also took the time to remember some of the Law Schools prominent alumni.
The event was enjoyed by all in attendance, and a great success all-round! One of the guests Chukwumelukosieme Ezeaku after the event said; ‘Just want to thank you for taking the time to come around and interact with UEL alumni members in Nigeria. It was nice meeting you and sharing wonderful time
Bioscience Alumni Network Dinner - Thursday 10th June 2011, Stratford Campus
Graduates of UEL’s bioscience courses throughout the years were treated to an intimate drinks reception and dinner on Thursday 10th June 2011.
On arrival guests had the opportunity to network, with other graduates and members of staff, before being taken on a tour of the School of Health and Biosciences new buildings. On their return the guests were taken through to dinner and served a superb 
three course meal which was followed by after dinner speeches from ex UEL Professors, Andy Roberts, David Edwards and Shawn Doonan, who told stories and shared experiences of their time at UEL.
A great time was had by the small group who joined us, next year we hope even more of our bioscience graduates will be able to join us!
Volunteering: Not just good for the soul, good for your career too - Wednesday 9th June 2011, Stratford Campus
Nearly 100 graduates, students and staff of UEL gathered on Wednesday 9th June at our Stratford Campus to attend the School of Psychology’s 2011 alumni event titled, Volunteering: Not just good for the soul, good for your career too!
After welcomes from Charlie Tyce, Acting Alumni Development Manager and Professor Rachel Mulvey, Associate Dean of the School of Psychology the guests were treated to informative and inspiring talks from;
Professor Rachel Tribe, Professor of Psychology at UEL whose talk focused on how volunteering influenced and helped her in making her career choices, and how volunteering informed and enriched her professional career and practice as a Chartered Counselling and Organisational Psychologist.
We then went on to hear from Dr Sarah Davidson MBE, Programme Leader for the MSc in International Psychosocial Humanitarian Consultation and Deputy Clinical Director on the Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Sarah’s talk illustrated how volunteering can improved your career opportunities and develop your networks, and closed with a very moving video providing examples of volunteering in action.
After the talks the guests broke into two workshops one hosted by Professor Rachel Mulvey and one by Dr Sarah Davidson, all in attendance looked to come out of the workshops inspired and ready for action.
The night closed with time for our guests to network and discus what they had learnt over a buffet. A special thanks to; The British Red Cross and the UEL Employability and Enterprise team for also being on hand throughout the evening to talk to our graduates about possible volunteering and career opportunities.
Forthcoming Events
Date |
Time |
Venue |
Event |
| Friday 9th September | 5 - 7pm | Tavistock Centre, Seminar Room 1, 120 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5BA | London Regional CfSWP Group meeting; the meeting is the third in a series offering a space to think about experiences of social work in the current climate.
The event will begin with an introductory talk (Details and Presenter to be Announced) and continue after a break for refreshments with discussion and reflection.
Please contact Simone Silverstein at ssilverstein@tavi-port.nhs.uk to book a place. |
Wednesday 21st September 2011 |
6- 10pm |
Docklands Campus |
Annual Fund Awards Ceremony -A chance to celebrate the success of UEL. At this event our Annual Fund Awards are presented by the Vice-Chancellor |
October 2011 |
6-9pm |
TBC |
Alumni Event for the School of Law |
| 25th - 29th October | Various Times | Stratford Campus | 19th Reconceptualising Early Childhood Education Conference 2011 for more information please click HERE |
November 2011 |
6-9pm |
Stratford Campus |
Third annual occupational, business and coaching psychology reunion |
| 8th - 14th November 2011 | Various Times | Indigo2 | The alumni development team will be at all of this years graduation ceremonies, for more information please click HERE |
Thursday 8th December 2011 |
6pm - Late |
West Ham United Football Club |
Alumni Christmas Party For all our graduates |
February 2012 |
TBC |
TBC |
Cass School of Education and Communities Alumni Reunion |
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Annual Fund Awards - We are pleased to announce that we have now selected our winners for this years Annual Fund Awards, for a full list of winners please click HERE. If you would like to attend the Annual Fund Awards Ceremony, on Wednesday 21st September 2011, please do let us know! You can register for the event by calling 020 8223 2222 or emailing alumni@uel.ac.uk
Donations to our Annual Fund - We are still encouraging financial donations from our alumni to assist our students, research and other projects. For information on setting up a Direct Debit and give regularly or make a one-off donation, or how to take part in sponsored sporting events and raise money for UEL or event how to donate gifts in kind - please click on the link below
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The Employability and Enterprise Team are dedicated to making sure our students and Alumni get the very best support to enter into the world of work or encouraged to start up their own sustainable business. We offer you -
They talk with industry to ensure what we offer you is current and prepares you effectively for the present climate. They also tell industry why you, as a UEL student, stand out from the rest and why they should be giving you the opportunities to prove it.
Do you want to share your success and inspire other students and graduates? Calling all alumni students! - Would you like to share your experience, skills and provide helpful advice to current UEL students?
The Employability and Enterprise Team are creating an online resource to help UEL students and graduates to enhance their employability skills. The new online resources will incorporate videos highlighting the success of our alumni students and their career journeys.
If you are currently employed, self employed or may have pursued an exciting opportunity then please contact the Employability and Enterprise Team to share your success with us.
Please note that you will need to allocate approximately 1 hour for the video recording in the first week of October and may also need to attend a briefing session. For further information about this opportunity please contact Rehana Ladha, Careers Counsellor on r.ladha@uel.ac.uk
The Alternative Guide To Postgraduate Funding 2011-12 - The Alternative Guide to Postgraduate Funding 2011-12 is full of useful information regarding potential and often over-looked sources of funding, especially charities and trusts. It can be accessed by all prospective and current postgraduate students (taught and research) and staff. The Alternative Guide is applicable to students in all subject areas and includes step-by-step guidance, and templates, for gaining funding. For a copy of this please contact us on alumni@uel.ac.uk.
Entrepreneurship news and initiatives - The Employability and Enterprise Team have run a range of successful events over the last year for budding entrepreneurs. Most of the events are open to UEL alumni, so if you have started, or are thinking of starting a business then do get in touch by emailing l.barkaway@uel.ac.uk to be kept up to date with our offers.
How you can help - If you are able to provide internships, job placements mentoring and work training for our students and graduates or can take part in one of our job assessment centres or business competitions, please do let us know on development@uel.ac.uk or 020 8223 2222 or fill in an engagement form online www.uel.ac.uk/engagement
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