Sunday 14 December, 9.30am – 2.00pm
Meet at the Main University Entrance
Wrap up warm and join us for a walk in the beautiful countryside surrounding Sheffield. This walk will be led by one of our British alumni, please wear sensible shoes and bring some money for snacks.
What is the criteria to take part?
What is the study about?
The study will look at any differences in reading between native and non-native speakers by investigating the sequence of brain activity associated with orthography (spelling/form) and phonology (sound).
What will I need t
o do?
You will need to be able to come to Sheffield Hallam University at Collegiate Campus and be available for 2 hours.
The study involves reading and responding to English words from a computer screen while connected to an EEG (electroencephalography) machine. The study will take 2 hours.
Will I be paid for my time?
You will be given a £20.00 voucher for your time.
How can I take part?
If you would like to take part, please email Gary at g.dicks@shu.ac.uk
This event is organised by the Global Community (a Students’ Union society) and is open to all students. It is a great way to meet people from around the world!
Join Culture Connect for a magical celebratory evening w
ith interactive festive games, wonderful prizes, a live band, student performances, traditional Christmas holiday food and loads of surprises!
Are you ready to dress up? We even have a photo corner with exciting accessories. You can ask our professional photographer to capture those memorable moments with your friends!
The celebration doesn’t end there. We also have an after party! Ask our committee members at the end of the evening. Plus find out how you can join the society.
Find out more about the event here.
Would you like some visa advice?
If yes, then book a place on our Working in the UK after studies workshop.
We will look at all the possible visa routes for international graduates into full time work including:
• Tier 2 Scheme
• Tier 1 graduate entrepreneur
• Tier 5
The workshop will also focus on how to improve your employability and how you can make the most out of your time at Sheffield Hallam University. We will explain the visa rules and how to maximise your chances of success.
The next workshops will take place at 2.00pm – 3.30pm in the Careers and Employability Centre:
To attend, you must book your place in advance by following one of the links above.
Friday 19th December, 6.00pm
Come and cheer on the Sheffield Sharks basketball team for the very special price of £5.
Tickets must be bought in advance from the Student Services Centre, level 5, Owen Building. On the day of the game meet our student crew at the Main University entrance and we will take the tram to the game.
Wednesday 10 December, 5.00pm – 6.30pm
Owen 942
Join us for a Christmas themed Conversation Club with mince pies, Christmas prizes and lots of opportunities to meet new friends.
We will also have the table tennis table and free refreshments.
This is the last Conversation Club of 2014- come and celebrate with us!!!
Sponsored by Wosskow Brown Solicitors
This competition is for Sheffield Hallam students who have an enterprising or innovative idea for a product or service.
The winner will be announced on Friday 12 December and will be considered for the opportunity to attend the new Wosskow Brown business start-up programme.
Details of how to enter here.
Saturday 15 November, 12 noon – 3.00pm
The HUBS, Pod C
Do you have any unwanted items (clothes, books, CDs – anything!) in a good condition which you would like to sell? Would you like a space to sell something you have made (jewellery, art, crafts etc)?
Or do you just like having a look around second-hand shops and markets and finding a bargain? If so, then the International Standing Committee Market Place is for you!
If you are interested in selling your goods/second hand items, you will need to sign up first. To do this, contact Elisha on 07716 703648. Further details here.
The Void lecture theatre
Film screening of Skyfall featuring James Bond – the most famous of British film heroes. Cost: Free
Level 12, Owen building
A special menu created by SHU students. You must book in advance by emailing SBSrestaurantbooking@shu.ac.uk. Cost: £7
Meet outside the main University entrance
Whether you are an accomplished ice skater or have never tried it before, come along – everybody is welcome. Please bring your SHU Card to get the cheaper student rate. Cost: £7
Meet outside the main University entrance
Roll up for the Magical Mystery Tour, a trip to the cosmopolitan city of Liverpool including tickets to the Beatles Museum.
Buy tickets from from the Student Services Reception, level 5. Cost:£20
Meet at the university main entrance
Local historian Ron Clayton will bring Sheffield alive with stories of phantoms of the Great Sheffield flood and spooky tales that will make your hair stand on end. Cost: £5
Meet outside the HUBS
Our two-day trip includes transport, accommodation for one night in a city centre hostel and admission to Edinburgh Castle. Tickets must be bought in advance from the HUBS. Cost: £65
Pearson Building Sports Hall, Collegiate Campus
Come and try Handball in a relaxed and friendly environment in this session for people who are beginners or want to know more about the sport.
There will be coaches to explain the rules of handball and show you some of the techniques.
No need to book, just turn up with your SHUcard.
Heartspace, City campus
Join us for an evening of British culture including music, games and drama. You must buy your tickets by 1.00pm on Thursday 20 November from Chef Hallam (level 6), the cost includes a traditional British meal (bangers and mash + a vegetarian option). Cost: £2
Meet at the Crucible Corner
Don’t miss the Christmas panto – a traditional evening of fun held in theatres across the UK. Please buy your tickets from Student Services Centre (City Campus) by Monday 17 November. Cost: £12
Visit England’s biggest Christmas market in the beautiful and historic city of Lincoln. There will be over 250 stalls set against a backdrop of the beautiful Cathedral.
Buy your tickets at the Hubs, City Campus. Cost: £15.00
IT’S COMPETITION TIME! Would you like to win £50?
If so, we would like to invite you to take a photo of Sheffield under the title ‘Something in Sheffield that is different to my home country’.
Please also send in a description of the photograph (in no more than 100 words) explaining why it is different.
Please send the photograph and words to a.bromley@shu.ac.uk.
The top prize will win £50 and be invited to a special ceremony in early December. The DEADLINE for this is Monday 24 November 2014.
