Monday 30 March 2015

In this week’s edition…

Social

• Keep yourself busy and entertained this Easter with our great choice of activities and trips – see our events calendar for more details.
• On Wednesday 1 April at 6pm, attend a free cultural event and learn about African culture!
• The Queen is coming to Sheffield! Yes, you read it correctly! Join us for a walk to the Cathedral where hopefully we’ll catch a glimpse of Her Royal Highness.

Student Voice

• If you are a Commonwealth student, there’s still time to register to vote. Don’t leave it too late!

Employability

• If you are interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate, then Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Support

• The Easter holidays are here and we have some advice to help you during this period.
• Are you a student who has a family? Find about the support available and also Family-Friendly Easter activities.
• If you are anxious about exams or feeling overwhelmed by assignments, ‘Big White Wall’ is a space for support.

Immigration

• The visa fees increased proposed by the Home Office will come into effect from April 2015.  Find out more here to see if this affects you.
• Is your visa due to expire soon? You must attend a group session.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team

Monday 16 March 2015

In this week’s edition…

Social

• This year’s SHU Fest was fantastic! There were 50 events across both campuses. Watch videos from the events.
• Take a break from your studies and celebrate Latin American culture with Culture Connect on 18 March. This event is open to all students.
• Experience African drumming on 1 April in the Heartspace. There will be snacks and fun activities.

Student voice

• We announce the winners of the SHU Fest selfie competition! There were some fantastic entries this year.
• Like blogging? Create a blog about your global experience and you could win an iPad mini.
• Are you a common wealth student? Register to vote now!
• Find out how we celebrated Inspirational Women’s Day. Student Hala from Palestine shares her experience.
• Yousif Hussain from Sudan recommends you attend Conversation Club.

Employability

• Want a part-time job that is flexible around your studies? We are now recruiting for ICE Club!
• Are you interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate? Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Support

• Anxious about deadlines? Get free online study support.

Immigration

• Is your visa due to expire soon? If so, you must attend a group session.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team

Tuesday 3 March 2015

In this week’s edition…

Social 

• SHU Fest starts today! Read a recent press release by Sheffield Hallam University.
• The Indonesian Society introduce  a traditional musical instrument on Friday’s SHU Fest.
• View the full list of social events on the calendar.

Student Voice

• Take part in the SHU Fest selfie competition and you could win some Amazon vouchers.
• Create blog about your global experience and you could win an iPad mini.
• The Students’ Union elections start next week! Don’t forget to vote.

Employability

• If you are interested in working full-time in the UK after you graduate, then Working in the UK after studies sessions provide information about Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa routes.

Support

• Get tips with referencing your academic work.
• Come along to Masterclass and get help with your studies.

Immigration

• Is your visa due to expire soon? If so, you must attend a group session.

Best wishes,

International Student Support Team