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Employability, Immigration

Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur visa – summer deadline

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Are you an international student and interested in being self-employed in the UK after you graduate?

If you are interested in setting up your own business, you can apply to be considered for endorsement by Sheffield Hallam University. This endorsement is necessary in order to apply for a Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur visa.

Our application process begins on 15 June. You must first attend an information session at 3.30pm in the Careers and Employability Centre during which we will explain all about the application process and the support we provide. We will have a graduate who is self-employed under Tier 1 GE who will be there to speak about her experiences and answer any questions that you may have.

Sheffield Hallam University has limited places, and the process is competitive. We will select only the strongest business applications.

Please visit Career Hub to find out more about the session.

Social activities

Social Cycling Sessions

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This summer, the Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union are helping to put on taster sports sessions, designed to get you active and experience Sheffield in new ways.

The first of these sessions is a social cycling event, giving you the opportunity to spend some time seeing the sights in the Peak District National Park – some of the most beautiful scenery you can find in the UK.

Collection of your bike and helmet is from the HUBS at 9.45am or 10am at Collegiate Campus and a coach will then take you to explore the Peaks. The sessions run on the following dates:

12 June, 19 June, 25 June, 10 July, 16 July and 24 July

Book your place in advance at the Hallam Active reception.

Social activities

Free ice skating session

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As part of our schedule of great activities, there’s the chance to perform your best axel jump with our fun evening of ice skating!

Meet our crew at the main University entrance at City Campus on Wednesday 18 January at 6.30pm – for the sessions at Ice Sheffield – who will take you across to skate the night away.  Book your place online here – you will need to bring around £4 for a return tram fare. The hire of the skates and entry to Ice Sheffield is free with your SHU card. We will return at approximately 9.30pm.

 

Employability

Culture Connect – Smita Poojary profile

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Here at GoGlobal, we like to feature students and their achievements – it’s why we promote opportunities to you all! In this article, we’re featuring Smita Poojary, an international student on an MBA Placement.

Why did you want to join the Culture Connect mentor scheme, and what were you hoping to get out of it?

The main aim of participating in this scheme was to learn about a different culture and meet new people. I wanted to learn how cultures vary and find out about people’s experiences of living in other parts of the world . I wanted to explore more about how cultures vary but do have a common base.

How has being on the scheme benefited you?

I got a good friend in my mentee; in addition, it has motivated me to develop my skills which I have not been able to dedicate enough time to during my studies. It was an independent process where in the mentor and mentee had the freedom of meeting at a place and time convenient to them. Nothing is enforced upon you, no particular rules, and no specific topics of discussions. We could discuss any topic of our choice, leading to more cultural exchange of thoughts and experiences. This flexibility meant that I could fit the scheme around my studies, meaning my work and research wasn’t interrupted by my mentoring schedule.

What are you aspirations for the future?

Through the cultural awareness I have gained by participating in this scheme, I have been able to evolve as a person. I can interact with new people more effectively now, and I do not feel nervous or weird going to places where I do not know anyone. I am more comfortable with myself and the environment I am in; my journey as a mentor has helped me give back to the university in some way.

We love to hear from students who have had a positive experience by being a part of our schemes; if you’d like to be featured on our blog, then please email us here and we can make it happen!

If you’d like to know more about the Culture Connect scheme, then please visit here.

Student voice

Climate Change – Whose Responsibility?

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Climate change, as ever, is a hot topic, bringing with it a host of fiercely-contested debates, scientific research and differing political opinion.

Below is a great event which is coming up aimed at inspiring debate, with speakers from a range of background and organisations there to spark lively discussions around climate change.

It’s hosted by Hope for the Future, a group formed to encourage and equip individuals and organisations to lobby their MP on climate change. Details are below:

Environment weeks event May 2016 Final v-page-001

Support

Student Health – MMR vaccination call

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Public Health England and Universities UK are asking students to check that they have had two doses of the MMR vaccine in the past, following an increase in confirmed cases of measles over the past few weeks.

Students who have not received two doses of the vaccine in the past, or who are unsure, should speak to their GP. There’s no harm in receiving an additional dose if there is any uncertainty. Symptoms can include cold-like symptoms, sore red eyes, a high temperature or a red-brown blotchy rash.

Public Health England has published a blog here on the avoidable health threats every student should know about. Keep an eye on their Twitter account @PHE_UK and Facebook page for further advice.

Social activities

Visit to Weston Park Musuem

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Join us for a 30-minute walk to Weston Park Museum, for some fantastic exhibits that tell the story of Sheffield, from prehistory to the present day place that you know and love.

It’s an award-winning museum which lets you discover the real story of Sheffield, from its geological roots to the people, politics and music that have helped to shape the modern city.

There are a whole host of permanent and temporary exhibition from a whole range of ages and times in history.

This trip will be on Sunday 5 June and entry is free. Meet our student crew at the main University entrance at 10am, to return at approximately 2pm.

Social activities

Summer of Fun – Trips and Events

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We’re very pleased to be able to release our brand new schedule of events, which is full of exciting trips, events and opportunities for you to make the most of the beautiful British summer!

There’s something for everyone, so if you fancy a walk round the stunning Peak District; a free sports session; or day away to famous UK  cities and town then this is the place for you! Please see the schedule below, and find more information on our Facebook page

Summer Schedule 2016 programme – click me!

 

Employability, Social activities, Student voice, Support

What can SHU GoGlobal do for you?

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We thought it would be a good idea to highlight our Facebook page: what does it do and how can you get involved?

The SHU GoGlobal page is a place for us to speak to students, to give you information about things going on in Sheffield, opportunities to work and study abroad, as well as a social hub, enabling students from all around the world to come together and learn about each other’s culture.

It’s the best place on the web to keep up-to-date with what the International Experience Team are up to, as well as to be the first to hear about any opportunities to work with us to welcome and support new and existing students.

So there you have it, if you haven’t already then like our page!

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A cultural celebration and future opportunities

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On Friday 29 April, mentors and mentees from the Culture Connect scheme got together to put on a fantastic celebration event that they had planned and organised, pulling together with the help of students and the local community.

Students put on a great array of entertainment, including musical performances, a pole fitness exhibition and speeches given by members of Culture Connect to share their experiences and successes.

There was also a selection of refreshments on sale, as well as a raffle, both of which were in aid of the recent earthquakes in Ecuador: a fantastic cause to raise money for.

We’d like to say a massive thank-you to all of the students who were involved with the event, helping to organise, plan and perform on the evening.

Want to get involved with Culture Connect in the future? We’ll be recruiting for mentees and mentors again in September. Check SHU GoGlobal for updates.