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.
In this week’s edition…
Support – It’s Study Support Week – find out what support is available to help you with exam preparation, managing stress and more!
Are you looking for a house for the next academic year? Get some advice from the Don’t Panic Housing Fair.
Social – There are lots of social events and activities including the Christmas Festival in Hallam Hall, the University Carol Service and a local football match!
Are you a French or Chinese native? Would you like to participate in a study and receive a £20 high street voucher? Find out more here.
Employability – The Countdown to Go Global Week has begun! – Find out how to apply to work in the UK or abroad – there are lots of talks, workshops and fun activities to get involved in!
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.
Immigration – Are you an international student studying at SHU on a visa? You must attend the registration event from 1 December onwards.
Is your visa due to expire soon? We remind you about the importance of attending a group session with an international student adviser.
Best wishes,
International Student Support Team
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.
More information coming soon!
Next week is Study Support Week. Prepare for your exams, boost your study skills and become a more effective learner.
There will be a variety of activities to help you including:-
Pick up a programme from your nearest Student Services Centre or see www.shu.ac.uk/studysupport for more information. There will also be information stands based in the Owen building, Stoddart building and Cantor building at City Campus and in the Robert Winston building at Collegiate Campus.
What is the criteria to take part?
OR
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 email Gary at g.dicks@shu.ac.uk
The Students’ Union HUBS, City Campus.
Looking for a house for 2015/16?
DON’T PANIC!
…come to the Housing Fair.
This is your best chance of finding a Council approved, ‘Snug’ registered property.
FREE shuttle bus will be running every half hour from the Collegiate Learning Centre to the HUBS. First bus is at 10:30am.
For more information visit Hallam Union website.
You should have received an email to your student account on Wednesday 19th November 2014.
The event will take place during week commencing Monday 1st – Thursday 4th December 2014.
It is a legal requirement as part of your visa to attend the registration event.
If you are unable to attend for any reason – for example if you are currently on placement or will be absent – you must urgently respond to tier4reporting@shu.ac.uk with full details.
If you have any queries regarding the December Registration, please email tier4reporting@shu.ac.uk. Failure to register could result in serious consequences for your visa.
Please note, Research students will also be instructed by email to register at specific Helpdesks for their given Faculty as follows:
• Development and Society: Owen level 11 Helpdesk
• Sheffield Business School: SHIP Helpdesk, Stoddart Building
• Health and Wellbeing: Robert Winston Building (Collegiate) or Owen Level 7 Helpdesk (City)
• ACES (both MERI and C3RI): Sheaf Helpdesk
Community Pitch Event
Thursday 27 November
Dragons’ Den with a community twist! The opportunity for students to solve local community issues with project ideas.
The winning student will win £500 to set up the project.
Hallamstudentsunion.org/skillsandopportunities
Sheffield Wednesday FC Vs Wigan
Saturday 29 November at 3.00pm
Hillsborough Stadium.
Discount student tickets available from POD 4, the
Students’ Union HUBS.
Lincoln Christmas Market Trip (tickets still available!)
Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December, 8.00am
Meet at The Students’ Union HUBS, City Campus.
£15 – get your tickets from POD 4, the Students’
One of our Indian students, has received a call from a number and the caller claims they work for the Home Office.
Look out for calls coming through from an 0207 telephone number. One such number was 0207 035 4848.
These calls are not from the Home Office. The caller may appear to be genuine and convincing and explain that there is a serious problem with your immigration status, and that they have a deportation order for you. They may also ask you for details of your visa.
If you believe that you received a suspicious call or e-mail, or come across a suspicious website:
Wednesday 10 December 2014
1.00pm – 1.45pm
Hallam Hall – Level 6 (Owen)
With musical items from Hallam Harmonies, Sonia Palmer, Jim Darnill and friends.
Light refreshments available afterwards.
Further information is available from chaplaincy@shu.ac.uk or phone 0114 225 4577.
