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Past Issues << | Issue 289: 18 April 2012 |
This Saturday IT Services are working with Facilities to install a new backup power supply for the Docklands Server Room. If you are planning on working this weekend please be aware that there will be no power to the East Building between 8am and 2pm on Saturday 21 April. It is recommended that you bring a mobile phone with you. In order to support this work all network services will be switched off from 10pm on Friday 20 April, and will resume after the work on the power supply has been completed. IT Services expect to have all systems back online by 9pm on Saturday.
As part of our service and commitment to students we will now be offering one free book per module to all new students (applies to students who are new to HE). We hope this will help improve student retention and achievement by providing them additional financial support and materials for their studies. If you are a module leader, don’t forget to submit your reading lists via the dedicated website by 31 May 2012.
UEL’s third annual Research and Knowledge Exchange Conference will take place at the Computer and Conference Centre, Stratford Campus, on Thursday 3 May, 8.30am – 5.30pm, with an evening drinks reception. The conference's theme will be 'UEL research 2012: innovation and impact'. The University’s entire research community can come together to learn about the exciting and innovating work that is taking place across the institution. There was an excellent response to the call for abstracts, with over 60 UEL academics speaking about their research on the day. The full programme for the conference will be launched at the end of this week on the ReDs website. To register email ReDs by 5pm on Wednesday 25 April.
Please note that Financial Services have now moved to SportsDock, room SD.2.06. Credit Control will remain in EB.2.17 on Docklands Campus, but will relocate to the East Building ground floor during the summer break. To get in touch, you can still email the Finance and Registry Help Team or call 020 8223 7526.
Tuesday 1 May, 6.30 – 8pm, in KD.2.22, Docklands Campus.
In the third and final event in the ‘Tahrir Square Meme’ series, the Royal Docks Business School will be exploring whether a new form of counter hegemony is emerging and its relationship to non-violence and political pluralism. Have the revolutions of the past year made culture relevant again? Charles Tripp, Professor of Middle Eastern politics at the School of Oriental and African Studies will be speaking. Click here for more information.
Further to the recent UK Border Agency changes, the International Students Advice team are running briefings for both staff and students on the outcomes of the changes, and what they might mean for UEL.
• Wednesday 18 April, 2pm, WB.2.07, Docklands Campus
• Wednesday 25 April, 2pm, RB.1.17, Stratford Campus
All staff are welcome to attend. Click here for information about the changes.
On Wednesday 23 May between 11am – 3pm, the Employability and Enterprise Team will be holding this year’s ‘Careers Event’ at East Wintergarden in Canary Wharf. The team are asking for any willing staff to get involved by offering CV checks and mock interview practice for our students. All who participate will receive briefing packs to assist them.This is a great opportunity to use your UEL volunteering hours and support the student body. Any contribution of your time will be greatly appreciated whether that be an hour or the full four hours. If you would like to support this event please email Fouzia Chowdhury.
The University's E-Factor competition reached an exciting conclusion at a recent event in East Wintergarden, Canary Wharf.
MSc Strength and Conditioning student Alex Oviawe impressed the panel of judges with his business idea for a GPS which monitors an athlete’s performance, and scooped the top prize of £6,000 funding. Read the full story.
Applications for students to develop their skills and learn from a mentor in the world of work over the summer are now open. Mentoring provides students with an insight into the world of work, an understanding of careers and an opportunity to develop key employability skills. Please encourage students to apply now by completing the application form. The closing date is 12 midnight on 22 April. Contact the Employability and Enterprise team for further details.
Newham Council are giving away free tickets to provide those who live and work in Newham with the chance to walk around the Olympic Park before the Games begin, experience the ‘2012 hours to go’ entertainment event in the Olympic Stadium, and more. Click here for further information and to apply for tickets.
Urban dance student Charlotte Dutton, along with at least twenty UEL students, has been chosen to dance in the Olympic closing ceremony this summer. Two rounds of auditions attended by thousands of hopefuls were held to find the best dancers from which Charlotte, along with a large group of UEL students, was chosen to perform at the Olympic stadium in front of the millions who'll be watching worldwide. Read the full story.
For the latest on our activities visit the news releases section of our website www.uel.ac.uk/news
Lecture: Peace one day
Wednesday 18 April, 2.30 – 4.30pm, CC.1.01, Stratford Campus
• Peace One Day was launched in 1999 and resulted in UN member states adopting 21 September as Peace Day – a day of global ceasefire and non-violence.
• Find out how you can join the campaign by attending this guest lecture with Jeremy Gilley, founder of Peace One Day.
Research seminar: Social justice, education and the politics of research methodology
Thursday 19 April, 1 – 2pm, ED.2.01, Stratford Campus
• John Schostak from Manchester Metropolitan University will address the question, 'how can one do educational research that contributes to the conditions under which people can make a difference to their lives?'
• Contact Veronica A Burton if interested.
TaPRA Theatre, Performance and Philosophy inter-conference meeting 2012: 'Biopolitics and Performance: playing in the space of power, powerlessness, and resistance'
Saturday 21 April, Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London
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A research event organised by Eve Katsouraki (UEL), co-convenor of TaPRA Theatre, Performance and Philosophy Group, in cooperation with the Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London.
• The conference features key speakers in the field of politics, activism and performance.
• Entry is £10 for the whole event including lunch.
• RSVP to Eve Katsouraki.
Improving health in Newham – Research Seminar Series
Tuesday 24 April, 4.15 – 5.30pm, Classroom 3, Education Centre, Newham University Hospital Trust
• Dr Lorna Sweeney presents the next seminar entitled 'Young Male Perspectives on Peer Suicide and Depression'
• Click here for more information and email
Sadna Ullah or call 020 7055 5628 to book your place.
University challenge: Educating for a sustainable future
Wednesday 25 April, 12 noon – 2pm, CC.G.04, Stratford Campus
• Lunchtime forum to explore how we can promote education for sustainable development through our practices, research and teaching.
• RSVP to
Emily Hamilton by 20 April.
Minding the gap about BAME student attainment: some preliminary findings of BAME students' experience of higher education
Thursday 26 April, 12 noon – 2pm, RB.G.13, Stratford Campus
• The session will explore the ways in which BAME students construct their expectations about, and experiences of, higher education, and will use this to clarify some of the reasons for the lower attainment of good degrees.
• Facilitated by Dr Pippa Bell, School of Psychology.
• Booking not necessary. Buffet lunch (first-come, first-served).
• View the Lunchtime Learning and Teaching Series schedule.
The Centre of Research on Migration, Refugee and Belonging: Imaging Migrants
Wednesdays, 5.30 – 7.30pm, EB.1.37, Docklands Campus
• A series of free seminars for staff and students.
• See the full schedule.
Art and documentary conference: Truth, dare or promise
Friday 20 – Saturday 21 April, Goldsmiths University
• Conference features key speakers from the documentary and art world, and has been organised by UEL, Royal Holloway, University of London, and University of Ulster.
• Free event.
• RSVP to TruthDareorPromise@rhul.ac.uk
Green Impact Awards
Friday 27 April, 4.30pm onwards, EB.G.16 Docklands Campus
Wake up! It’s time to get that job!
Monday 19 March – Wednesday 23 May, UEL and Canary Wharf
• The Employability and Enterprise Team is running a 10-week programme of events to get final-year students into the world of work.
• Students can view the full schedule and register here.
HR conference: Developing attitudes and behaviours of world class performers
Thursday 24 May, 10am – 4.30pm, Computer and Conference Centre, Stratford Campus
• HR conference with opportunities for networking and improving your CV.
• Motivational speakers, Roger Black MBE and Danny Crates will explore the relationship between high performance in sport and business.
• For more information and to book click here or email eastlondon@cipdbranch.co.uk
Training for validation and review panel members (with a specific focus on validation)
Wednesday 18 April,
2 – 4.30pm, Docklands Campus
• The course will provide an understanding of the validation and review processes and the role of internal panel members.
• Suitable for all academic staff involved or interested in acting as members of validation and review panels.
• Please contact Joanne Wood for further information and esdsadmin@uel.ac.uk to book onto the session.
Forthcoming workshops for researchers include:
• Tuesday 24 April: Pressentation skills for researchers (Docklands)
• Tuesday 8 May: Preparing for your viva (Docklands)
• Thursday 10 May: Regulations on PGR examination (Stratford)
• Thursday 24 May: Developing your professional reputation (Docklands)
For workshop synopses, plus times and venues, see the RDP webpage.
To book a place email Dr Caroline Dunmore, Researcher Development Manager.
See Events Calendar for a full listing: www.uel.ac.uk/marketing/support/eventscalendar.htm
UEL staff only five-a-side football tournament
It’s that time of year again when staff represent their School or Service in the UEL staff five-a-side football tournament. On Monday 30 April, the tournament will kick-off at 6pm at SportsDock's 3G five-a-side pitches. Squads must comprise of at least 5 players and no more than 8, with both men and women welcome to take part. To register your team please fill in a Campus Sport booking form and choose football from the drop-down menu. For more information contact Yassin Abidou.
UEL's Try a Sport 365 programme is offering a range of sporting activities which staff can attend for free at SportsDock on Docklands Campus (except No Strings Badminton, for which there is a £3 session fee). For further details (or to book where applicable) email Try a Sport 365.
| MONDAY | ||
| BACK TO NETBALL | 5.15 – 6.15pm | Free |
| TUESDAY | ||
| CARDIO TENNIS | 12.20 – 1pm | Free |
| FENCING | 5 – 6.20pm | Free |
| WEDNESDAY | ||
| NO STRINGS BADMINTON | 5.40 – 7pm | £3 |
| BADDERS IN THE CITY | 5.40 – 7pm | Free |
| Six week course – please book | ||
| THURSDAY | ||
| NO STRINGS BADMINTON | 12.20 – 2.20pm | £3 |
| JOGGING | 5.15 – 6.15pm | Free |
| Meet outside main SportsDock entrance (bottom of ramp) | ||
| TRAMPOLINING | 6 – 7.40pm | Free |
| Starts on 10 May | ||
From 19 April, Zumba classes will be held at Stratford Campus at the new UELSports studio every Thursday at 5.15pm. The studio can be found next to the Cass School of Education and Communities building. It’s only £5 for staff and you don’t need to book, just come along!
Welcome to the Green Thing, a regular section full of information on environmental projects, tips and ideas for staff at UEL. Visit our website, follow us on twitter or get in touch at Green Thing. We’d love to hear from you!
Environment Team, Facilities
Date: Tuesday 24 April
Time: 12.30 – 2.30pm
Location: SD.1.13, SportsDock, Docklands Campus
Newham Council’s Cycling and Transport team will be at Docklands Campus to take staff and students through the Council’s vision for cycling in the borough, including plans for the Greenway. Ask questions, pick up a free cycle map and tuck into the lunch provided.
To register contact Emily Hamilton or Green Thing
Date: Wednesday 25 April
Time: 12 noon – 2pm
Location: CC.G.01, Stratford Campus
This forum will consider a range of resources, for example the Sustainable University One Stop Shop and the projects associated with the London Regional Centre of Expertise in Education for Sustainable Development (London RCE).
Neil Herrington, Principal Lecturer at the Cass School of Education and Communities, and Dr Katherine Eames, the Research Officer for the Sustainability Hub at Kingston University, will be leading this session. Participants will be invited to give consideration to how these resources and the experience of other institutions can be used to develop the sustainability practice and teaching at UEL.
Please RSVP to Emily Hamilton
…that Earth Day takes place on Sunday 22 April 2012. So far 959,867,271 Acts of Green have been pledged as part of the Billion Acts of Green Campaign.
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