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| Wednesday 22 February 2023 |
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| Welcome |
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Welcome to the February edition of Graduate Shout Out, your monthly newsletter, keeping you up to date with all the latest news, opportunities, and events. This month we share with you information on graduation, the launch of Get a Graduate Job Month, and an alumni success story.
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| Graduation Information |
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Next month on Friday 17th March, graduations will be taking place in Chester Cathedral.
If you are attending your graduation next month, we want to say a massive congratulations to you and we hope you enjoy your special day. You can find all of the key information you need to know ahead of your day below:
Don't forget to collect your gown, hood and hat from Ede & Ravenscroft from the Main Sports Hall in the Northgate Arena, Victoria Road, Chester, CH2 2AU at least an hour before your ceremony.
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| We want to hear from you! |
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As a recent graduate, our current students want to hear from you!...Your experience can be invaluable in helping to shape theirs!
This month we want to ask you for all your best tips regarding exams and assessments. Let us know your revision tips, the best places you found to study, the methods that helped you focus or anything else you wish you had known as a student!
Email us at alumni@chester.ac.uk with your tips and tricks.
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| Commonwealth Day Conference |
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Celebrate the diverse network of values, characteristics, and interests that the Commonwealth of Nations has to offer and learn about the exporting benefits for business within Cheshire and beyond.
With speakers ranging from large, multinational corporations to entrepreneurs that have learnt the value of international trade, you are sure to enhance your own export journey into the Commonwealth. There will also be opportunities to network with businesses and entrepreneurs and those from commonwealth countries, hear from University staff about opportunities to work with academics and ask questions to our panel of export champions.
See the full agenda and book your free space now.
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| Get a Graduate Job Month |
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Our Careers and Employability team has reached out to employers to bring graduate-level roles directly to you.
From Wednesday 15th February, we’re advertising a variety of job vacancies through CareerHub which have been specially sourced for UK University of Chester graduates and students. Apply for these jobs with the support of the Careers and Employability team and you'll receive tailored assistance with your application and interview. If successful, your next career move is sorted!
If you’d like to take part in Get a Graduate Job Month, please go to our Get a Graduate Job Month page and express your interest. If you have any problems accessing the page, please email us at getagradjob@chester.ac.uk
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| The Venture Programme |
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Do you have a business idea but not sure how to get it from idea stage to a start-up? As a graduate, you can get involved in the Venture Programme to develop your skills and knowledge to start-up your own business or kickstart your freelance career.
One of the biggest areas people don’t think about when starting their business is the legal side. It can feel really daunting but our upcoming sessions are here to help you and provide you with the opportunity to ask questions:
Not sure where to start or what Venture can support you with?
You can email us – venture@chester.ac.uk or book into a Venture Chat to find out how we can support your business idea and point you in the right direction. Book a Venture Chat here.
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| Alumni Success Story – The Doghouse Café |
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Two University of Chester alumni, Rebecca Howell and Sam Walsh, have opened up a new dog café in Chester. Rebecca and Sam met while at university and wanted to provide a place for those who might be missing their own pets while away at university and anyone else that simply wanted to spend more time with some friendly dogs.
We caught up with Rebecca to find out more about The Doghouse Café and you can read all about it on our alumni blog here.
The Doghouse Café is located on Godstall Lane so be sure to visit with your dog companion and keep an eye out for exciting updates on their plans for the future!
Instagram: @thedoghousecafe.chester
Facebook: @TheDoghouseCafeChester
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| Bringing Back Alumni |
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This year a new project was launched between Chester Business School and the DARO, bringing Alumni back to speak to students as part of a level 4 module in Entrepreneurship.
Our incredible alumni have all volunteered their time, choosing to give back to the university by helping current students through sharing their experiences. You can read more about this project and some of the alumni taking part in our blog.
If you are interested in volunteering for projects like this please do get in touch at alumni@chester.ac.uk
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| Graduate Jobs |
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Here’s an excellent graduate opportunity from our Careers and Employability service. Follow the link to apply –
• Digital & Marketing Graduate
To look for other graduate vacancies or training schemes, just search here, selecting the appropriate opportunity type.
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| Anxiety-free news: Chester Lego display moves into new market |
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A popular feature of the old Chester Market was the Lego display of Chester in miniature. This amazing display has now moved into its new home at Chester’s new market, housed in specially built cabinets located next to the MRKT Café. A few new additions have even been added with the move.
Created by the popular blog and twitter account S**tChester, the display will also be raising money for charity. A contactless payment terminal has been set up next to the display, donations will be distributed between Chester charities; Chester Aid to the Homeless (CATH), Share and Soul Kitchen. It joins a contactless donation scheme aiming to put an end to homelessness in Chester, hosted by the The Chester Bluecoat Charity.
Be sure to stop by for a visit next time you are near the market and see what residents and landmarks of Chester you can spot!
Read more about the display and its creator here.
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| Wellbeing Tip of the month |
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Sleep Well – There are many benefits to sleeping well including increased productivity, lowering the risk of health problems, reducing stress and improving your mood. You can actively help to improve your sleep by implementing some simple things like creating a restful environment and winding down. Check out this Every Mind Matters video for simple tips for better sleep.
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| Festival of Postgrad – February and March events |
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If you, or someone you know, is considering postgraduate study, then come along to our Festival of Postgrad and start exploring postgraduate degree options here at Chester.
We’re hosting a fortnight of online information events between 27th February and 10th March to give you the opportunity to find out about your prospective area(s) of study, culminating in an on-site Open Event at your chosen study location:
- University Centre Warrington - Saturday 11th March
- Exton Park, Chester - Wednesday 15th March
- University Centre Shrewsbury - Thursday 16th March
As well as chatting to academic staff, at the Open Events you will be able to speak with a range of support areas and find out about our Graduate Loyalty Discount which offers 25% off qualifying postgraduate taught Master’s courses, for qualifying students.
Find out more and book
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