No Images? Click here University Updates Welcome to your last newsletter of term, packed with information, events and reminders for you. We hope you have a great holiday! Out and about?If you're looking to celebrate the end of term, here are some tips to help you stay safe:
You can read more on how to keep safe on the Students’ Guild website. **Please think about your neighbours and try to keep noise to a minimum** Spending Christmas on campus?All the information about what’s open, what’s on and when during the holidays is available on our website. If you’re spending Christmas Day on campus why not join the festive fun and two-course lunch on December 25 at Lopes Hall? You need to book by 14 December – you can find out more online. Thinking of decking the halls? Christmas safetyIt's a traditional time of year to put up the decorations but if you're in halls or rented accommodation you need to check your tenancy agreement to see what is or isn't allowed. The government has also produced some festive tips, so you can enjoy the season safely. Heading off for the holidaysHeading off for the holidays? Follow these tips to keep the area neat and tidy:
January examsSitting exams in January? If so, you’ll know that your timetable is accessible from SRS/iExeter. Make sure you check all the details carefully. Students with specific provisions will also have received an email advising you of your additional provision. All students must read the Guidance for Candidates well in advance of your first exam. Remember, you're not permitted to have any electronic devices on or near you when sitting your exams, including phones, smart watches and fitness trackers. If you have any other queries regarding exams in general please contact SID. For any concerns or worries speak to Wellbeing Services. Check your time zoneIf you’re viewing your exam timetable on your smartphone or tablet, make sure it's set to the UK timezone (GMT) so you don’t miss your exam. Good Luck with your exams! MitigationIf you feel unable to complete an assessment to the best of your ability due to adverse personal circumstances, such as illness, you may be able to apply for an extension or deferral through the University’s mitigation process. The application form and further information on mitigation can be found online. Please ensure that any application is submitted within one working day of the original deadline/exam date and that independent supporting evidence is received within ten working days of the original deadline/exam date. If you have any queries contact your nearest Info Point/Hub. Education Strategy updateThank you to all who have so far participated in the consultation process around our new Education Strategy, either through attending workshops facilitated by our theme teams or through the online forum in ELE. The consultation process will run until the end of term, and there's still an opportunity to contribute to our remaining workshop: Global 21st
Century Education: The Provost CommissionOver the summer and throughout this term, the commission established and led by the Provost, Professor Janice Kay, has been working to recommend, develop and implement new approaches, events, initiatives and policies to ensure the University is an open, diverse and safe community for all. New induction materials have been launched, equality and diversity training has been enhanced and extended, curriculums are being reviewed and opportunities for us to celebrate our diversity as a community have been developed. We will continue to keep you informed of the important work being done and how you can contribute. Exeter Speaks OutWe have also launched Exeter Speaks Out, a site which allows staff and students to report incidents of harassment, bullying, intimidation or discrimination. If you have experienced any of these we strongly encourage you to use the site to report them and to access the wide range of support and advice available for you at the University and beyond. TRIGGER WARNING - This item contains information about sexual assault which may cause distressThe Truth ProjectThe University is part of a pilot scheme raising awareness of the Truth Project, which invites victims and survivors of child sexual abuse to share their experiences. The Truth Project will put forward recommendations for change to the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse as a result of these conversations. The Inquiry is encouraging young people to come forward, because they can offer insights into the nature of new threats like online grooming, and share their experiences of current support services available. Find out more on our Truth Project webpage. If you or someone you know is affected by these issues and wish to discuss this further or access support, contact the Wellbeing Service. Scams alertPlease continue to be alert to potential scams – recent national ones targeting students include perpetrators pretending to be from universities and another where they promise a tax rebate. If you’re contacted by someone and it seems unusual, unexpected or just odd, end the call/communication. Don’t give away personal/financial information or click on links. You can read more on our website. Spam and phishing emails - IT adviceAs we are an open institution, it is inevitable that you will receive some spam and phishing emails in your University email. Some of these appear to be very authentic. Never reveal your University password to anyone and don’t give away personal details (especially about banking.) You can read more guidance online. Do not report phishing emails to SID to alert them, they can only tell you to move them to your junk folder. Student research showcaseThere’s not long left for aspiring student researchers to enter this year’s Undergraduate Research Showcase. If you have research you can share as a poster, enter your it by 7 January for a chance to win a place to present a national exhibition in Parliament in March 2019. Read more online. Access to InternshipsAccess to Internships (A2I) provides support and funding to help students arrange paid internships in the UK. The deadline to apply for A2I funding has been brought forward one week, to Sunday 16 June 2019. What is the Prevent duty? Am I expected to do anything?Our Prevent webpage has been revised following feedback from the University community and includes a statement from the Provost and the Registrar. The web pages will tell you more about the University's approach to compliance with the duty, whether you are simply interested, or need to do any of the following:
We held an event at the Streatham Campus in October, looking at the safeguarding aspects of Prevent, and have published the event notes. If you have any feedback or further questions, please contact Prevent@exeter.ac.uk. Countryside surveyEnter a short survey and you could win one of two £50 Blackwell’s gift vouchers. The survey, for Exeter City Council and other local authorities around Exeter, aims to find out about where you go in the countryside. The results will help to plan how best to look after these sites. Even if you never visit the countryside, your input is still important. Complete the survey online by 15 January. Female volunteers needed for stress studyResearchers are looking for volunteers to help them explore whether assigning a more positive meaning to a stressful event can reduce stress and improve emotional wellbeing. This emotion regulation strategy is known as ‘cognitive reappraisal’ and has been found particularly useful for adult females with relatively high levels of life stress. Learn more about the study and find out how to take part. Join the successful telethonStudent callers taking part in the latest fundraising telethon for the University raised more than £135,000 during the past five weeks. The 50 students spoke to hundreds of graduates (alumni), 460 of whom pledged a donation to support Exeter. Three students also won prizes for their achievements: Adriana Bahsoon was named ‘Star Caller’; Arthur Speak secured the most new donors; and Henrietta Bullock achieved the most donations. The next telethon takes place from 4 February to 10 March 2019, and we are accepting applications. The role allows you to chat to Exeter alumni working in a range of interesting roles. You'll be paid between £10.08 and £10.44 per hour depending on the shift. Full training is provided. Apply online by 16 January 2019. Anyone for tennis?The Workforce Development Programme is for students looking to develop their skills in tennis related areas for a potential career. Exeter Tennis Centre and the Student Tennis Club create mentoring support and workshop opportunities for students looking for a career in coaching, officiating in tennis and strength and conditioning. The programme gives students that extra support they need for their pathway, setting them up with a career plan and a reference for when they leave university. Interested? Email the University Tennis Coordinator, Katie Millar. Care on campusPlease be mindful of other campus users when you’re walking around campus, especially at busy times. We’ve recently had someone badly injured in a fall. Breakfast, lunch and dinnerYou don’t have to live in catered halls to have a catered meal. Offering three-course hot meals, weekend lunches and breakfast foods (including fry-up, continental, cereal and coffee,) the catering facilities in Holland Hall, Lopes Hall and Birks Grange are there to make your lives easier. Spaces are perfect for socialising, all without the need to cook, wash or clean up. Meals start from as little as £3.75 - or there is a current offer of seven meals for £25, obtained by purchasing a meal package card from Residences Reception. Resilience: You can't quack me I'm a rubber duck! by Major General Buster Howes; Tuesday 11 December, 6.30pm, Henderson Lecture Theatre, XFi Building, Streatham Campus Nine lessons and Carols - Wednesday 12 December 7pm, Marry Harris Chapel, Streatham Campus A Place-based Cultural Strategy for Exeter - Student Consultation - Wednesday 23 January 2019 4-5pm, The Deck, Innovation Centre, Streatham Campus Tell us what you think of this newsletter: Get in touch with your feedback or news stories at: studentcomms@exeter.ac.uk |