QMUL Student

Happy New Year!

Welcome back to all of you returning from the winter break, and a very warm welcome to new students joining QMUL this semester. We hope you had a relaxing time over the holidays. Now you’re back, you may have noticed some changes that have taken place around campus. The refurbishment of the Mile End Library is now complete, our brand new Graduate Centre opened this week, and the foyer in the Queens’ Building is also being refurbished. We’re always working to improve your experience at Queen Mary – keep an eye out in the next week for further examples of how we have responded to your feedback.

News

QMUL students win virtual reality tech clash They proposed an open platform for universities and industry to collaborate to bring virtual reality to students.
Three QMUL academics to receive honours from the Queen The academics were recognised in the Queen's New Year Honours List, with two CBEs and an MBE being awarded.
App to help smokers quit developed by QMUL and Kingston University Academics designed the smartphone app as a game to help smokers stick to New Year's resolutions.

Money and support

Money Matters
In this first edition of the new term, the Advice and Counselling Service have put together a handy guide for saving money and improving your finances in 2017.

QMUL Bursary 2016/17
Check out this advice if you are looking to apply for a QMUL Bursary, even if you are from a low-income family and aren't taking out student loans.

Financial Assistance Fund 2016/17
If you are in financial need, find out whether you are eligible to receive the QMUL Financial Assistance Fund today.

Expeditions Fund 2016/17
If you are looking to travel in the summer vacation then find out whether you qualify for the Expeditions Fund.

Career planning
Made a resolution to get your career planning on track for 2017? Careers and Enterprise have events and workshops throughout the term. Whether you need help with presenting yourself, start-up advice or just a point in the right direction, we are here to help. Drop in to WG3, Queens' Building, Mile End campus, or start with our pages on QMplus today.

Society profile

Underground Music Society
We caught up with the Underground Music Society to talk about great nights out, DJ and MC opportunities, exciting new events planned for the coming year, and to get their take on the perceived 'attack' on London club culture and what this means for the London night-time economy. More.

Notices

SU Elections 2017 - nominations now open
Nominations for the elections are now open. There are lots of roles you can nominate yourself for, including full-time paid positions (salary £24,500 per year) and part-time voluntary positions. More.

Queens’ Building foyer refurbishment
Works are underway to refurbish the foyer/reception area of the Queens’ Building at the Mile End campus. This is a much-needed and welcome enhancement of one of our primary spaces on campus that will have an immediate and positive impact on all staff, students and visitors at QMUL. More.

Pre-pay for meals in The Curve to get 15 per cent discount
The Curve pre-pay meal solution for QMUL students is now live for Semester 2 offering a breakfast and main meal package or main meal package only – the main meal option can be used for either lunch or dinner. More.

Opportunities

Welcome Back Fair
The Welcome Back Fair is your chance to get involved in societies, sports clubs, volunteering groups and student media. Check out the activities your Union has to offer and take advantage of lots of freebies. More.

Postgraduate Virtual Open Day
Join our next Postgraduate Virtual Open Day on Wednesday 18 January to find out more about the courses, support and funding available to our postgraduate students. More.

QConsult Community: strategic projects in charity sector
Are you interested in working on a unique project that will not only change lives, but enrich your career prospects? QConsult Community is your opportunity to develop key skills in a real-life setting. Successful candidates will consult on a project within a not-for-profit organisation. Deadline: Tuesday 17 January. More.

Go abroad at QMUL: study, explore, travel
QMUL offers students a number of opportunities to study abroad including the Erasmus + Exchange Programme, the International Exchange Programme and summer opportunities. More.

Want to talk about BME student experience at QMUL?
QMUL is one of the most 'diverse' universities within the Russell Group. We are proud of our multicultural community. This student-led event will include a long table discussion, refreshments and the first steps of drafting a manifesto. It will take place on Thursday 26 January, 6–9pm, in room 1.15 in the Bancroft Building at the Mile End campus. More.

Find out if you qualify for the Nighthawk flu study
The flu means fever, coughing and fatigue, but also a chance to help flu research. The Nighthawk clinical research study is looking for volunteers to help test an investigational drug for the treatment of influenza (the flu). If you have the flu, find out if you qualify online.

Free bike maintenance
We’ve got lots more free bike maintenance sessions booked in this year across all three main campuses. The next session is on Tuesday 17 January in Library Square, Mile End campus, 10am – 3pm. Check out the full schedule online.

Students' Union

Updates from your Students' Union

Catch up with what’s been going on at the Students’ Union, featuring the upcoming Health Volunteer Fair, becoming a Buddy Mentor, new study spaces and recent SU campaign wins. Take a look here.

Events

Health Volunteer Fair – Wednesday 11 January

Free bike maintenance – Tuesday 17 January

Welcome Back Fair - Wednesday 18 January

Postgraduate Virtual Open Day – Wednesday 18 January

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