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Past Issues << | Issue 91: Thurs 28 February 2008 |
Date: Monday 10 March 2008
Times:
12pm - 2pm Main Lecture Theatre, Docklands campus
5pm - 7pm Great Hall, Stratford campus
The inspirational writer Cupcake Brown is taking part in a twelve-day UK tour to promote her autobiography A Piece of Cake, and has been speaking to packed audiences across the country. We are delighted that she is able to visit our Docklands campus from 12pm - 2pm and our Stratford campus from 5pm - 7pm, giving our staff and students maximum opportunity to hear from this extraordinary woman.
Cupcake Brown (pictured) will read from, talk about and sign copies of her amazing best-selling book, cited within the New York Times top ten bestsellers' list, as part of our International Women's Day Celebrations.
Cupcake's brutally frank and startlingly funny memoir tells how aged eleven, she was orphaned and placed in the ‘care’ of sadistic foster parents. Her life rapidly descended into a nightmare of prostitution, violence, and drug and alcohol addiction.
After a particularly horrific crack cocaine binge, Cupcake found the courage and determination to turn her life around. She started studying, won a place at the San Francisco School of Law, and ended up working as an attorney at one of America’s largest law firms. The event is sponsored by the East Thames group.
Marsha John, Diversity Manager at East Thames Group, said: "Cupcake Brown is an inspirational woman, and we are delighted to work with the University of East London to present this exciting event. Like UEL, we aim to make a positive and lasting contribution to the neighbourhoods in which we work, and I’m sure that Cupcake’s talk will provide a tremendous source of hope and inspiration for everyone present."
Mia Morris, Director of Well Placed Consultancy, added: "’A Piece of Cake’ is such a fabulous book that we were absolutely determined to organise a UK tour. This event is a wonderful opportunity to hear first-hand from someone who has succeeded in dramatically transforming her life."
Cupcake Brown's reading will be followed by a chaired discussion and Q&A session led by Femi Bola our Head of Employability at Docklands..
Pre- registration for the event is essential. To pre-register call or email Franc Gooding on 020 8223 2884 or f.gooding@uel.ac.uk. All are welcome and admission is free.
For further details ,visit: http://www.uel.ac.uk/lectureseries/
This event is sponsored by East Thames Group and jointly organised by UEL and the Well Placed Consultancy.
Tea and cupcakes will be served! All welcome, admission FREE.
Recent press coverage has suggested that plagiarism, collusion and other breaches of assessment regulations are significant problems in higher education.
In practice, the concepts of plagiarism and collusion are not as widely understood as they once were, and we cannot assume that our students know what these terms mean. To address this we are taking positive steps to ensure that our students understand what is expected of them, and the serious consequences of breaching our assessment regulations.
Academic Integrity Week (AIW) is one of these positive steps. During the Week, we will highlight our new Academic Integrity Policy, drawing attention to the standards of academic practice that we expect of all members of our community.
Posters, a leaflet and our plasma screens will promote our policies and procedures, such as: the PLATO guidance on acknowledging references, and our recently-developed UEL Plus academic integrity sites (one for staff and one for students). These sites will contain our new policy and revised regulations, a student guide to academic integrity and host a number of resources to help students improve their academic writing skills.
A new feature of our student site is a pilot academic integrity quiz, based on our new policy. Study Skills Tutors, in particular, will find this very useful when introducing their students to the concepts of academic integrity.
A portal for Turnitin (the on-line, text-matching service used by most UK universities) will go live on the staff site at the start of Academic Integrity Week. This is for colleagues to submit their own work, in order to familiarise themselves with the process and outputs. It should not be used for the submission of any student work.
To support Academic Integrity Week would like you to:
1. tell your students that it is Academic Integrity Week
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use our new policy when discussing academic integrity
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ask your students to take the academic integrity quiz;
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draw our students’ attention to the sites mentioned below
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familiarise yourself with the Turnitin process
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get involved and help make sure that Academic Integrity Week is a success!
For more information you can find our new Academic Integrity Policy at http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/documents/AcademicIntegrityPolicy.doc
For PLATO guidance on referencing visit: http://www.uel.ac.uk/lls/index.htm
Our School of Law has organised this seminar which takes place on 1 April 1-2pm in East Building EB.2.45 Docklands campus.
Dates of seminars from other Schools will follow.
Due to the current skills agenda employers and post-graduate institutions are increasingly placing a higher emphasis on non-academic, transferable skills that underpin graduate knowledge.
Given the competitive graduate employment market, there's an urgent need to encourage students to participate in extra-curricular activities to develop those skills. This will seminar will be of interest to: Deans of Schools, those involved with careers, careers-related programmes, alumni and mentoring schemes, plus student representatives, students and employers.
All staff welcome. Please let Pat Berwick on P.Berwick@uel.ac.uk know if you are going to attend so we can organise light refreshments.
Friday 29 February 7pm
Waterstone’s, 6th Floor, 203-206 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9HD
Chair: David Aaronovitch
Panel: Dr. Caroline Bainbridge, Dr. Anita Biressi, Dr. Heather Nunn, Professor Barry Richards, Dr. Candida Yates
Whether it’s a celebrity in meltdown or scenes of humiliation and triumph in news coverage, the media is saturated with images of raw emotion.If we find these scenes uncomfortable why do we continue to watch?
The panel will ask questions about the impact of these images on our social and emotional well-being with reference to reality TV, contemporary cinema and broadcast journalism.
Tickets £3 redeemable against the price of the book on the evening of the event. Please contact the branch on 020 7851 2400 for details.
Senior Lecturer in Psychosocial Studies, Dr Candida Yates launched her new book in December at the Freud Museum. Entitled Masculine Jealousy and Contemporary Cinema (publ: Palgrave Macmillan), Candida's book provides new insights into the relationship between masculinity and jealousy through the study of representations of male jealousy in contemporary Hollywood cinema.
Wednesday 5 March, 4pm - 8pm Docklands and Stratford campuses
Our March Open Evening takes place next Wednesday and we expect this to be the highest attendance of the academic year.
So far more than 600 people have registered online for postgraduate and undergraduate programmes. Just over seventy people have expressed an interest in postgraduate programmes and around 550 in undergraduate study.
Over two hundred and sixty poeple have registered for Stratford and three hundred and sixty for Docklands.
From previous events, with just under a week to go we would expect these attendance figures to grow by about a hundred at each campus.
For further information contact: Franc Gooding, Corporate Events Co-ordinator, on: 020 8223 2884 or f.gooding@uel.ac.uk.
Wednesday 5 March, 1pm. Docklands campus. East Building EB. 1.44
Benita Hide will be talking about the remarkable ‘Oasis of Peace’ village of Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam, situated equidistant from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv-Jaffa. A co-operative village of Jews and Palestinian Arabs of Israeli citizenship, Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam is engaged in educational work for peace, equality and understanding between the two peoples.
All are welcome. We look forward to a fascinating and very important discussion.
Benita Hide is Executive Director of the British Friends of Neve Shalom/Wahat al-Salam (NSWaS). This event has been organised by UEL Multifaith Chaplaincy. Feel free just to turn up - or contact the Revd. James Ramsay j.a.ramsay@uel.ac.uk for more details.
For further information visit http://nswas.org/ .
Prof Nira Yuval-Davis and Erene Kaptani invite you to a two day conference to celebrate the conclusion of the three year research Project Identity, Performance and Social Action: Community Theatre Among Refugees.
Day 1 – 7 March 2008
A discussion of the theoretical, methodological and political issues emanating from the research.
This will be followed by a performance by Playback South and a reception in the evening.
Venue: Oxford House, Derbyshire St, Bethnal Green, London E2 6HG
Day 2 – 8 March 2008
Playback and Forum Theatre workshops in which the conference participants will be able to try out the theatre techniques used by the research project.
Venue: Room UH304 Stratford Campus, University House.
Keynote speakers will include Don Flynn, Prof Paul Heritage, Dr Phil Marfleet and Prof Margie Wetherell as well as members from the refugee organisations that the Research Project worked with. Admission is free, but places are limited.
For more information please see www.uel.ac.uk/ipsa or to book a place contact: Catherine Donaldson c.donaldson@uel.ac.uk or Tel: 020 8223 7085
International Women's Day celebrations Monday 10 March 10am - 4pm Barking Town Hall and Barking Learning Centre
Debbie Brisco, who heads our Information and Guidance Team at Vicarage Fields Shopping Centre in Barking is on the steering committee for Barking's International Women's Day celebrations..
The celebrations take place within Barking Town Hall and in Barking Learning Centre just opposite.
Some of our Student Recruitment Marketing tean will also be taking part to promote UEL Extra at Barking Learning Centre - so if you're in the area please do drop in and say hello.
For more information about the day, visit: http://www.lbbd.gov.uk/2-news-events/annual/womens-day/womens-day-main.html
Tuesday 11 March, 10am - 4pm, Easter Greetings, University House Foyer, Stratford campus
Wednesday 12 March, 10am - 4pm, Easter Celebration, University Square, Docklands campus
On Tuesday, our Chaplaincy will wish Easter greetings to all!
"Some argue about "a conjuring trick with bones", others delight in the ancient Spring goddess Eostre (from whom our word 'Easter' derives) ... whatever the case, the Chaplaincy invites all to find out more about a "sure and certain hope" that neither 'optimistically' ignores the pain and injustice of the world, nor lets cynical 'realism' cloud its vision." James Ramsay, Chaplaincy.
And on Wednesday the Christian Union invite us all to their Easter celebrations in University Square with Easter eggs, musicians and stalls...
Wednesday 2nd April 2008 Stratford Campus 1pm - 4pm
You are cordially invited to attend the next seminar in our series:
Access, Participation & Achievement: showcasing good practice to support disabled students in Higher Education
by Eleanor Girt (pictured far left with the Disability and Dyslexia Team), Head of the Disability Dyslexia Access Centre, Heather Serdar, Disability Coordinator, School of Education, Speaker from the Disabled Student Voice, Gurmit Lard, Postgraduate Student
The seminar will cover:
- Inclusive practice in student recruitment, participation & achievement
- Using assistive technology to support active participation
- Designing user-friendly materials for Virtual Learning Environments
- Achieving the 1st Charter Mark for student services
This seminar will aim to engage all participants so come prepared to contribute and play an active part!
There are 80 free places available for this seminar, and these will be allocated on a strictly first-come-first served basis. You should await confirmation of a place before attending.
To reserve your place, please email inclusion@heacademy.ac.uk by 12.00 on Wednesday 26 March. Please indicate if you have any accessibility or dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Presentation material will be made available to delegates in advance of the seminar.
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Wednesday 7 May, 12 - 8 pm. All welcome.
Are you nurturing a burgeoning talent which could really take flight at Mayfest 2008 - our FREE arts and cultural extravaganza? If so we want to hear from YOU! Can you sing, dance, act, perform...Are you in a band......Are you a performance poet, dramatist, writer or stand-up comedian? Could you organise and run workshops for others who want to experiment with their creative potential?
Now in its third year Mayfest incorporates an exciting programme of events, which include: art fairs, exhibitions, public lectures, music, dance, poetry and theatrical performances. Mayfest brings together the work of highly respected creative arts professionals, many of whom are our staff and students. School and community groups also participate in our exciting celebration of culture and creativity.
The Mayfest 2008 programme will soon be live. To sample the events that took place last year visit: www.uel.ac.uk/mayfest
Contactt Mark O'Thomas, Director for our Institute of Performing Arts (IPAD) NOW with your ideas and proposals on Email: m.othomas@uel.ac.uk
Pictured: Solid Harmony Mayfest 2007
Research Update
UK Sport- International Research, Conferences and Networking (IRCN) Programme Grants
Application deadline: Two months prior to conference or commencement of research project
The IRCN Programme aims to support research into, and the dissemination of best practice in, the field of sport for development through several strands, and can offer some funding for worthwhile projects. Priority areas for the programme are research, monitoring and evaluation and dissemination of best practice in the field of sport for development which contributes to the following aims: (i) Education, leadership, coach education and youth development through sport in developing countries; (ii) The promotion of equity in and though sport in developing countries (including gender issues, empowerment and working with those with disabilities); (iii) The use of sport for HIV/AIDS education, awareness and stigma reduction; (iv) Enhancing good governance through sport, including capacity building and conflict resolution. Please visit http://www.uksport.gov.uk/pages/international_conference_programme/
Eduserv Research Grants
Deadline: 14 March 2008
The Eduserv Foundation has £300,000 available for this year's grants call and invites bids for research project funding in these or closely related areas of e-learning and computing: (i) Online identity; (ii) The open social graph, and (iii) Always-on Internet access and mobile computing. In each case we are interested in research and/or development projects that move forward the community’s understanding of the impact that emerging technologies will have on the way learning and research are undertaken. Proposals may focus on the technical, social and/or political issues in these areas, inside and/or outside formal institutional settings (lecture theatres, research labs, campus open spaces, libraries, museums, Internet cafes, etc.). Proposals that combine these areas are particularly welcome. Please visit http://www.eduserv.org.uk/foundation/grants/0708
Royal Society of Edinburg/BBSRC Enterprise Fellowships
Deadline: 4 April 2008
These Fellowships aim to increase exploitation of ideas with commercial potential from BBSRC supported research. The BBSRC Enterprise Fellowships are designed to enable an individual to advance the commercialisation of existing research results or technological developments and will be tenable for a period of one year commencing on or before 1 October 2008. The Fellowships enable the holder to concentrate on developing the commercial potential of their research, whilst also receiving formal training in relevant business skills. Please visit http://www.royalsoced.org.uk/research_fellowships/bbsrc.htm
Academic Board: http://www.uel.ac.uk/qa/committees/acaboard.htm
Board of Governors: http://www.uel.ac.uk/governors/board.htm
Good news from the CMT: http://www.uel.ac.uk/vcg/news/index.htm
School of Social Sciences Media and Cultural Studies conferences and research seminars:
http://www.uel.ac.uk/ssmcs/upcomingevents.htm
Blackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park Arts Centre, presents:The World Premiere of OEDIPUS
by Steven Berkoff Director Bart Lee Composer Ron McAllister
Date: Tuesday 4 March
Time: 7pm
Ticket Prices: £7
Box Office 020 8507 5607 or visit www.thebroadwaybarking.com
Arguably the greatest Greek tragedy of them all, Oedipus - even today - is universal and ground-breaking. As the legend that breaks the ultimate taboo, it's an epic journey of emotion, from the pinnacles of love to the depths of despair, exploring the very basis of who we are.
Now, for the very first time, Steven Berkoff's thundering adaptation of the Oedipus legend is brought to the stage by acclaimed company, Blackeyed Theatre. Faithful to the original and told with the same power of classical Greek theatre, Berkoff's incredible play offers a modern edge, with an Oedipus incapable of seeing the inevitable truth and condemned not only by fate but by his own arrogance and self-importance. Unknowingly and unstoppably, he seals his own downfall as events build to a gripping, unforgettable climax.
High octane drama, stunning design and fantastic live music make this an evening of theatre to stir the soul!
Make sure that you get your seat for this great production by calling the friendly Broadway Box Office on 020 8507 5607 today or go online and book your tickets at www.thebroadwaybarking.com.
To WIN a pair of FREE tickets to see this thrilling production send your answers to the following question to infocus@uel.ac.uk:
Question:
Who has adapted the play?
Winners notified on Friday 29 February.
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Samba CDs winners !!
Michelle Grace and Priscilla Eyiah each won a copy of Barking Bateria's latest CD by successfully answering the following questions:
Q: Which country does Samba originate from? A: Brazil
Q: When was the Barking Bateria formed? A: 1996
Black and Minority Ethnic Staff Development Programme
seminar on: Leadership and Development in Higher Educational Institutions
Date: 5 March 2008
Venue: Education Building, Room RBG 15, Stratford Campus
Time: 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Refreshments will be provided
This seminar on Leadership and Development in Higher Educational Institutions is one of a number on leadership and management development from the Mentor and Equalities Unit. The themes for this seminar will be Personal Perspectives on how to succeed in Higher Educational Institutions as an academic from a Black and Minority Ethnic group. How staff can utilise corporate resources to succeed and the value of staff networks in complex corporate environments.
Non academic staff in managerial (PO grade) roles will also benefit from the presentations and are invited to attend.
Speakers:
Professor Uduak Archibong, University of Bradford Diversity and Race Equality
Champion.
Ms Jennifer Joseph Head of PROUD Ministry
of Justice Staff Network ,The Effectiveness
of Staff Networks.
Dr. Lionel McCalman, Senior Lecturer, University of East London , The UEL Environment.
The Black and Minority Ethnic Staff Development Programme for senior lecturers and principal officers with at least 1 year’s full time service, starts in October 08.
For an application form or more information contact: Sonia Harding Project Manager Mentor & Equalities Unit Duncan House Emai1: S.Harding@uel.ac.uk
Director, Joe Greenland mentor and Equalities Unit 0208 223 4347
Pictured: Jennifer Joseph. Head of PROUD, Ministry of Justice.
First Aid at Work: 4 Days Tue– Fri 2008, 22 – 25 April, 10– 13 June, 9– 12 Sept, 18– 21 Nov. Fee: £185
Requalify course: 2 Days Thurs and Fri 2008 13 and14 Mar, 22 and 23 May, 10 and 11 July, 16 and 17 Oct. Fee: £110.00
Venue: Docklands Campus
December dates can be added if required. For further information or to book a course: Please contact: Frances Bronzite, 020 8223 4368 or Email: f.s.bronzite@uel.ac.uk
To see which Staff Development Course and their dates are available for February and March 2008, visit: http://www.uel.ac.uk/staff-development/index.htm
To book on a course contactl Nina Harding Email: n.harding@uel.ac.uk
To find out more about the wide range of E-Learning applications available to us in our everyday work, visit:
E-Learning Resources: http://www.uel.ac.uk/sdel/e_learning/resources.htm
SDEL staff development: http://www.uel.ac.uk/sdel/staff_development/index.htm
UEL Plus info: http://www.uel.ac.uk/uelplus/index.htm
Brush up your IT skills and get an internationally recognised qualification online. Contact Greg Price, Organisational Development Manager on ext 4361 or email g.price@uel.ac.uk
Pupils from five Barking & Dagenham schools got behind the camera for a three-day media master-class in February.
Twenty-one A-level students from Robert Clack, All Saints, Sydney Russell, Warren, and East Brook schools participated in the workshops, learning film-making skills under the guidance of Awad Bhenick, one of our Media and Advertising graduats who now runs his own successful media production company Blue Sky Media.
Awad said: “The media master-classes were a great opportunity for local pupils to get an inside view of working in media production. The students were excellent fun to work with, and the films they produced are a strong testament to promising local talent."
In teams of five or six, the students came up with their own company names and divided themselves into directors, editors, scriptwriters and camera crew.
Two of the groups visited Canary Wharf to create films on the area’s buildings and green spaces. The other two teams went to the Lea Valley Sports Centre, where one group focused on the world-class facilities and the other interviewed top athletes and Olympic hopefuls, including 400m star Christine Ohuruogu and triple jumper Phillips Idowu.
The three-day course culminated in a film screening and awards ceremony held at our Knowledge Dock..
Gary Jarrett, Enterprise Advisor for Barking & Dagenham, said: “Our key objective was to give students a taste of film-making and the media world in a way they would never experience in the classroom, and the master-classes have totally fulfilled that."
The students' four films will now be entered into the Barking and Dagenham and Canary Wharf film festivals and will also soon be available to view on the BBC London website.
Pictured: Some of the students who took part in the media masterclass
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