The photos from November’s graduation have now been added to our Graduation Gallery.

Take a look now and let us know if you spot yourself! 

A huge congratulations again to everyone that graduated, we hope you all had an incredible day. Don’t forget to register/update your details with us to stay in touch. 

Chester Festival of Ideas is returning (Thursday July 3 to Sunday July 6) after its inaugural success in 2024 with guests for this year including Hannah Cockroft OBE, a seven-time Paralympian champion, and Kate Adie CBE, former chief news correspondent for the BBC! We look forward to thee four days of inspiration, learning and celebration, this July.

Responding to great feedback from last year’s Festival of Ideas, it will again feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, interactive workshops, and immersive events.

How can you get involved? 
You can: 

• Submit an event idea - Submissions close on Monday, March 31.
• Volunteer at the Festival – email ideasfestival@chester.ac.uk to find out more about how you can volunteer for one or more days of the festival. We are looking for volunteers to help welcome attendees to the Festival, signpost them to events and help us to showcase our University.
• Attend -  A full programme for the Festival and ticket booking for events will open in early May 2025.

For further information on the Festival, please visit: https://festivalofideas.chester.ac.uk/

UK graduates of University of Chester – Are you searching for your first graduate job?

As a recent graduate, you might be thinking about your next career step. Securing a graduate-level job can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to help! 

Our 'Get a Graduate Job' initiative connects you with graduate roles across various sectors, offered by employers that we partner with. You’ll also get application and interview support from the Careers and Employability Team. What’s not to love? Check out the latest vacancies here. 

If you want to receive these directly in your inbox every week, simply sign up to our mailing list and we’ll do the rest! 

In March, our Graduate Internships will be open for applications. Exclusively available to UK final year students and 2024 graduates, you can get paid to gain real-world, graduate level experience to enhance your CV, whilst making lasting connections. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside, and learn from, industry experts with some internships potentially leading to a permanent role. 

We’ll be advertising a number of opportunities from March to the end of April, all of which you’ll find on CareerHub, under ‘Chester Internships’. With two release dates, on Monday 3rd March and Monday 17th March, mark your calendar so you don’t miss out!
 

• Exton Park, Chester – Wednesday 26th March at 5.30pm

We have lots of great events coming up in February including the latest from the Chester Ideas event series. 

On Wednesday February 12th join us for a talk from Professor Paul Worsfold (University of Chester / UK Sports Institute) – “How do you optimise performance of Team GB athletes at the Olympics?”

In preparation for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Team GB developed and launched a state-of-the-art high-performance facility in the heart of Rio, designed specifically to enhance the performance and medal potential of British athletes. This facility, known as the ‘Performance Lodge,’ was an essential component of Team GB’s operational setup during the Games. In this presentation, Professor Paul Worsfold, a member of the ‘Performance Lodge’ team since 2016, will delve into the meticulous planning and specialised services that go into creating a high-performance environment. He will discuss how such a facility not only boosts athletes’ chances of winning medals but also supports their overall well-being during the Olympic Games.

Book a place here. 

On Thursday February 13th join us for a talk from Dr Sohail Mushtaq – “Vitamin D – it’s not just for bones!”

Vitamin D is essential not only for bone health and preventing conditions such as osteoporosis, but also plays a significant role in regulating the immune system, helping to fend off infections and reduce inflammation. Vitamin D deficiency may also potentially impact chronic disease outcomes. Dr Sohail Mushtaq will delve into the importance of the ‘sunshine vitamin’ and share the findings of research into vitamin D and health, conducted at the University of Chester.

Book a place here. 

View more events here.

Get yourself a sustainable cuppa

No matter the time of the year, a kettle is guaranteed to be boiling in the UK! We would never want to stop enjoying a nice morning coffee or afternoon brew, so how can we be sustainable with our hot drinks? Luckily tea is a relatively eco-friendly drink, with lots of brands offering plastic-free teabags. Lots of shops also give you a reward for using a reusable cup – whether it be more points on your loyalty card, or even money off your drink, making a habit of bringing your reusable cup can help save you some money!