News and Events
Teamwork applications closing November 24
TeamWork applications are open. Gain professional experience with an external organisation as you tackle a real-world business challenge. Develop your online skills alongside students from other international universities as you collaborate on the project together. Apply by 24 November.
Come along to the Nook on 17 November 2 - 4pm to celebrate International Students’ Day and connect with others. Engage in casual conversations, bring along your friends, and enjoy some free drinks and snacks on the side! We look forward to spending this International Students' Day with you!
Join the Students' Union Advice Centre Team on Wednesday 19th November for Housing Day! Whether you’re looking for your next cozy apartment or just want to explore your options, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Learn more about Housing Day.
This supportive, peer-led space for students who’ve experienced sexual violence to find connection, understanding, and belonging launches on 19 November 5 - 6:30pm in Kevin Gately Room, SU. There will then be monthly sessions one Wednesday a month during term time. Students, supporters, staff are all welcome!
Find out why your inbox matters and how to plan your time effectively
Noticed newsletters in your inbox? They are part of a bigger system, designed to improve your university experience. Check out our page about why your inbox matters, and never miss another important email again. Go further! Get advice on planning your time to help you master your time management outside your contact hours.
It’s Academic Integrity Celebration Month!
Visit our pop-up events - win prizes, pick up some freebies, and get tips and advice on academic integrity from our experts. Enter the creative competition on the theme of Mind over Machine by 23 November and you could win up to £100! Get involved and make it count towards your ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Award.
Global Illuminations Procession traffic guidance
Join us for the Global Illuminations Procession taking place on campus on 19th November from 17:00 – 19:00! On this day, we would advise that you avoid parking in car parks 15 (NAIC) and 3 (Junction) if you will need to leave campus after 17:00. Car parks 2 (Cryfield Village), 1 (Kirby Corner) and 12 (Westwood) will not be affected.
Remembering Armistice Day
We will be gathering on the Piazza with ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ students and staff alongside the local community for an act of remembrance this Armistice Day on Tuesday 11 November 2025 from 10:30am for a service beginning at 10:45am, finishing at 11:15am.
Financial support available to you
Living at university may come with some financial difficulties. But you don't need to struggle alone. From support with food insecurity to additional funding and teams designed to help you in tough times, read this week's guide that outlines all the financial support available to you.
The value of learning on campus
Take control of your learning journey and make every lecture count. Discover the benefits of Learning on Campus on our new Academic Essentials pages. Get insights from students of all backgrounds on the best ways to manage your time, as well as the academic, personal, and social benefits of attendance.
Book your place to walk with us in our dazzling Global Illuminations Procession on Wednesday 19 November, as part of our 60th anniversary celebrations. We'll celebrate our global community, carry lanterns, and fill the campus with colour, music and creativity. Let us know you're coming!
Brought to you by ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Students' Union in collaboration with your SU Officers, join us for Thrift Thursday on 6 November from 10am to 4pm in The Atrium and kickstart your sustainable shopping adventure. Let’s thrift, save, and make an impact - together.
ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Student Survey: Now open!
Offer your feedback this term in the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Student Survey so that we can work together to keep improving your experiences. Plus, you could win up to £100 in shopping vouchers!
One World ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is back
With events on campus, One World ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ invites you to connect, collaborate, celebrate, and explore new perspectives. Get involved in activities happening this November!
Money Matters: Approaching finance conversations
Initiating conversations about money and budgeting can be challenging. Read this week's Money Matters blog and get advice on how to approach these conversations, and find out who you can turn to for support.
Academic Essentials: Connecting with course mates and your network
Creating genuine connections with others can enhance your wellbeing, studies, and overall student experience. Browse our Academic Essentials page for advice from current students on Connecting with Course Mates. In need of support? Your Support Network is here to help in all aspects of student life, including your Personal Tutor.
Get ready for a spooky night at the Copper Rooms! Grab your tickets for just £8, and dance the night away to your favourite freaky anthems on Friday 31 October!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on AI
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Term 3 Student Feedback Survey and in our Academic Skills workshops. Your feedback has already made a difference, helping shape university discussions on how AI is used in learning, inspiring clearer guidance on academic integrity, and the launch of our new student resources on using AI.
Disabled Students Allowance - Drop-in sessions
Disability Services is offering drop-in sessions to support students in completing their DSA application on Wednesdays during term time 11am – 12pm. Appointments are offered on a first-come, first-served basis from the Wellbeing and Student Support reception in Senate House. Bring your laptop to sign into your student finance account.
Travel Safety
Whether you walk, cycle, or drive, we want everyone to stay safe on campus. Check out our new Travel Safety webpage for a refresher on safety principles and advice. Help us keep our campus safe, sustainable, and enjoyable for everyone.
The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is proud to host a series of free public events as part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, running from 23 October to 10 November 2025. These events invite the public to engage with research that explores how society is changing – from our working lives and wellbeing to community voice and global justice.
Celebrating Academic Integrity
For the next month, we're celebrating academic integrity! Enter the creative competition for a chance to win up to £100 in shopping vouchers, and visit one of our pop-up events from today to the end of November. You can talk to our Research and Academic Support Librarians or the SU Advice Centre for tailored advice about using AI, and play games on the stands to win prizes.
Money Matters: Shopping and cooking on a budget
Tired of take-out food and ready meals? Cooking doesn’t need to be complicated or costly. Read this week’s Money Matters blog, and get cost-cutting top tips from a current student to make the most out of your weekly shop.
Download SafeZone
Have you downloaded the free SafeZone App? Designed to help you get support quickly and easily - anytime, anywhere on campus, the SafeZone app is here to keep you safe! Download the app today.
The clocks are going back
At ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ, our priority is ensuring you get to enjoy all that University life has to offer, whilst feeling safe and secure. With the clocks changing back by an hour on Sunday 26 October, see our tips for staying safe on and off campus especially during the winter months.
Academic Skills: Reading Lists
One tip for academic success is knowing your Reading lists. Created by your lecturers, these contain key materials that are fundamental for building your subject knowledge and confidence. Gain valuable insights and advice for the most effective use of your Reading lists on our brand-new Academic Essentials page.
Public Engagement Masterclasses
Do you want to learn to explain your research to people outside the university? Perhaps you want to engage people with your subject through hands-on learning activities? Do you want to learn to design a poster outside the traditional academic conference style? Book your place now on a public engagement masterclass on 29 October.
Wellbeing: Forest Bathing
Slow down and reconnect with nature in a guided Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku) session on 29 October with certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide Prisca Andersen. This Japanese practice helps reduce stress, boost mood, and reconnect with your senses.
Library Building Improvements
Did you know the Library completed a number of improvements over the summer, including the new installation of a new draught lobby? Find out more about what improvements were made on the dedicated Library webpage.
Many of us will be taking part in festivities and celebrations at this time of year. If you plan to include fireworks in your celebrations, this is a reminder that there are professional local displays you can attend, and to please be mindful of your neighbours when making your way home. Take a look at the local events!