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University of East London's Alumni Network Newsletter
March 2022 Edition
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Hello ,
Welcome to the March 2022 edition of the University of East London's Alumni Network e-newsletter.
We have some great news stories for you, including International Women's Day celebrations, and how UEL's new centre hosted its first Fintech roundtable event.
Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you. Find out about the newest member of the East London Phoenix team, and the latest news from the University of East London School of Psychology.
You can also find out more about our latest Alumni of the Month story, and how you can apply to become the next.
As always, our events section has a variety of events for you to get involved in and this month’s career development section has information on how the Career Zone can help you with your career and employability needs, and as always, we have picked out lots of great job opportunities for you to consider both at the university and further afield.
We hope you enjoy reading the latest edition of the e-newsletter. If you have any feedback or would like to contribute to a future edition, please get in touch at alumni@uel.ac.uk.
Best wishes
The University of East London Alumni team
UEL NEWS
We have picked out a few of UEL's top stories, make sure you click through to read the full story and don't forget to visit our website to read lots of other great stories.
Legal Advice Centre hosts “Tea with Timms”
Stephen Timms MP (Labour Member of Parliament for East Ham) met with Legal Advice Centre (LAC) staff and students at the 'Tea with Timms' event on Friday 25 February.
International Women’s Day 2022: #BreakTheBias
This year's theme for International Women's Day (IWD) was #BreakTheBias, shining a spotlight on the challenges that women continue to face in the journey towards equity.
UEL's new Centre of Fintech hosts roundtable
Hosted by Royal Docks School of Business and Law (RDSBL), the University of East London's new Centre of Fintech hosted its first roundtable event.
ALUMNI OF THE MONTH
Each month we will feature our Alumni of the Month in our E-newsletter and on our website and you will receive an exclusive gift and certificate. Nominations for Alumni of the month will close on the 3rd Monday of each month and will be featured in the following E-newsletter. If you would like to feature as our Alumni of the Month, please complete our short form.
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ALUMNI OF THE MONTH
We are pleased to introduce our next alumni of the month! Meet Stephanie Nordahl who completed an MSc in Criminal Investigative Psychology in 2016.
Stephanie currently works as a Compliance Assistant, monitoring all forms of communication between clients and agents as well as conducting investigations that may end up in court.
Stephanie has more than one special memory of UEL and enjoyed working in teams; “I had the pleasure of meeting and working with people with different backgrounds and experiences. It was fascinating!”.
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Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you, find out what has been going on at UEL over the past month.
Revival House Outreach Programme
Revival House runs a one-day outreach within the community to help the homeless and families in crisis through our foodbank project. Our aim is to build community cohesion and better food security through this channel. We are currently looking for volunteers to assist us one day a week every Friday during outreaches. We are happy to receive volunteers looking to build their portfolio around civic engagement and human development.
Click here to email Revival House or phone at 07903588960 for more information & how you can get involved.
Research Project Title: The impact of BAME students' social, cultural and racial identities on degree attainment
The Business Centre based in the Knowledge Dock Building on the Docklands Campus is giving away 9 FREE coworking desks for 1 month only!
The stress-free home for your business is FREE for 1 month and then discounted for alumni at £74.25 per month. The Business Centre’s quiet co-working space on the University of East London’s Docklands campus provides businesses with affordable desk space and opportunities to grow and develop through collaboration with University students.
With Cyprus DLR station on the Campus, we’re only 20 minutes from Shoreditch and 10 minutes from London City Airport.
You will get:
•24/7 access to the space
•Registered Business Address
•Dedicated desk
•Mail holding
•2 hours meeting room hire included per month
•Additional meeting room hire at a discounted rate
•Event space hire at a discounted rate
•Dedicated team available Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm
•Invitations to Knowledge Dock social and networking events
•Regular newsletter
•Library access
•Discounted SportsDock (on-site sports centre and gym) membership
Please click here to complete the enquiry form quoting 'March 22 Newsletter'
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Research Project Title: The impact of BAME students' social, cultural and racial identities on degree attainment
I am Sanjeevika(Sanju) Dissanayake, and one of the UEL Alumni members. I am undertaking a piece of qualitative research for the dissertation of my MA at Goldsmiths, University of London. I would like to invite you to participate in this research.
This research will critically investigate how BAME students’ race, culture and identity affect the BAME attainment awarding gap in the university. I encourage participants to share their genuine stories to discuss the challenges they face during their study time. This might lead to finding out any concealed factors affecting the attainment awarding gap related to wider social, community, and cultural issues that many live through and never had the opportunity to share with anyone.
If you decide to participate, an interview would be arranged at a time and place of your convenience. If you prefer more privacy, we can meet online. The interview will take approximately 1 hour (but this depends on how much you have to say). There are no right or wrong answers. What is important is your opinions and feedback. All the information that I collect about you during the course of the research will be kept strictly confidential. You will not be able to be identified in any ensuing reports or publications.
As a participant you have the opportunity to;
- Express your thoughts openly to a supportive person
- Contribute towards the advancement of university service development for its students
Participation in this research is completely voluntary and you may choose to withdraw from the research at any time or not answer questions that you do not feel comfortable answering.
If you would like to take part please click here to complete this online Research Participant Information Form by 8th April 2022.
You can also contact me at sanju5178@yahoo.co.uk or ssama001@gold.ac.uk for further details on any aspect of the process.
Thank you & Best Wishes,
Sanjeevika(Sanju) Dissanayake
Principal Researcher
Postgraduate Student
Goldsmiths University of London
School of Psychology Updates
The Travelling Trophy competition on 23rd February 2022 was won by Andrea Giraldez-Hayes, Max Eames and Ardiana Meha who run the School of Psychology’s Wellbeing and Psychological Services Centre (WPS Centre). Here's how they live our value of Passion: Andrea, Max, and Ardiana are passionate about enshrining psychological health into daily life. Within the WPS Clinic, they work with staff, students, and public, private, and third-sector partners to provide counselling, coaching, and community-minded support. In arranging one-to-one and group sessions conducted by students, for students, their passion translates into the realisation of many of the competences of UEL’s flagship ‘Mental Wealth | Professional Fitness’ Framework. Basing themselves at the Stratford ‘Health’ Campus, they hold regular awareness events such as the Skills for Flourishing workshop series – bringing together subject-area experts who share their passion, wisdom, and experience with likeminded others. Click here to find out more about the WPS Clinic.
Professor Sam Wass spoke to Channel 5 news about how to talk to children about the Ukraine conflict. Aired on Thursday 24th February 2022 at 5.40pm, click here to watch. Click here to read more about how to talk to your children about war.
Business Psychology Lecturer, Sonya Dineva, has undertaken recent consultancy work for a large company, which led to several publications in media. Click the links below to see a tiny example of the huge contribution that our professional domain can have on today's businesses and people at work:
• Convincing Your Company Leaders to Invest in New Technology (hbr.org)
• All In The Mind: The Cognitive Errors That Might Hamper Business Decision Making (forbes.com)
• The psychology behind technology decision making - Tech Monitor
• SMBs 'anxious' about post-pandemic digital investment | TechRadar
• Digital divide remains as small firms focus on survival - IT Supply Chain
Furthermore, Sonya was interviewed about hot desking and what business psychologists have to say about this. Click here to read more.
UEL Professor in International Economics main guest on National Greek TV
Professor Vassilis K. Fouskas, Co-Director of STAMP and Research Degrees Leader in the School, participated as the main gust on Greek national TV, "Anichnefseis", directed by veteran investigative journalist, Mr Pantelis Savvides. The topic of the conversation was the crisis in Ukraine and its impact on Greek-Turkish relations. Prof Fouskas argued that an immediate de-escalation of the conflict is necessary establishing permanent parameters for peace, as continuation of war would have spill-over effects in the Balkans and the Black Sea region. His position was debated, among others, by retired Ambassador, Eleftherios Karayiannis, and Admiral, Dimitris Tsailas.
Click here to watch the video.
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Our events section has a variety of events for you to get involved in, both virtual and physical, we hope you can join as at one soon.
National Theatre Connections Festival
Friday 2nd April 2022, 20:20-22:00, Peckham Theatre, 221 Havil St, London SE5 7SB.
We would like to you to the first East London Theatre School and UEL Youth & Community Theatre production that is part of the National Theatre Connections Festival. This new partner- venture is led by Darnell Shakespeare who is a graduate of UEL and previous head of the youth theatre at Theatre Royal Stratford East. It’s a total-cross course project – with current students (from BA DATP, BA PA, BA Music & MA students as well) are part of this new weekly Saturday youth theatre (that began in October 2021) as well as young people not (yet) at university. Some of our graduates are also working on it as well. There are currently 3 youth theatre groups happening in the building weekly.
For free tickets & more information please email Darnell Shakespeare, Lecturer for the Department of Music, Writing & Performance.
International Franchise Show
Friday 8th- Saturday 9th April 2022, 10:00-17:00, ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
The International Franchise Show connects you and over ten thousand other budding entrepreneurs with the largest selection of franchise brands all under one roof, giving you all the knowledge you’d need to start your franchising journey. Each year this unmissable event plays host to over 250 brands from across the globe in 25 different industry sectors. Whether you're a franchise first-timer or a hardened business owner looking to become part of a globally-recognised or up-and-coming brand, The Franchise Show is dedicated to answering all your franchising questions and providing you with a whole host of incredible opportunities to take charge and become your own boss. Tickets are completely free, just register via the website.
National Wedding Show
Friday 23rd- Saturday 24th April 2022, 10:00-17:00, ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
Head to London ExCeL this Spring from 23-24 April to meet a wide range of local wedding suppliers from London, Kent and the surrounding areas. You’ll also find plenty of wedding inspiration, full-scale catwalk shows, and hundreds of dresses and suits to try on! Plan your honeymoon and destination wedding at The Destination Wedding & Honeymoon Show, pick up plenty of ideas from the Pinterest-worthy Inspired Bakes Gallery, get inspired for your wedding day attire at the Catwalk then relax with a glass of bubbly at The Champagne Bar. The below ticket code will give £15 standard tickets and £25 VIP tickets to ExCeL.
HR and Business Alumni Meet
Monday 25th April 2022, 18:00-20:00, Online
A space for you to share information, gain motivation & inspiration & network. If you didn't study the interest group topic you're still welcome if it's of interest to you.
Time for Tea Catch Up
Tuesday 10th May 2022, 10:30- 11:30am, Online
The aim is to provide a place for UEL Alumni to come together for both a formal and informal social networking purpose. All alumni are welcome to join either one or more ‘Time for Tea Catch Ups’. It is a chance for you to discuss any topics on your mind or just have a light-hearted chat with no formal restrictions. Registration for each meet closes the Friday before the meeting date and joining instructions will follow shortly after registration closes.
Our career development section has information on how the Career Zone can help you with your career and employability needs.
As a valued member of our alumni community, you have unlimited access to our Career Zone platform, formerly the Employment Hub.
Sign up today at Career Zone for everything you need in your graduate jobs search or entrepreneurial journey, from networking events to seminars led by industry experts.
Many of you may be experiencing uncertainty in these unprecedented times having witnessed the effects of COVID-19 on graduate employment. However, once you’ve signed in and completed your profile, we are here to support you.
As part of your profile, you will be able to select a statement to help you understand where you are in terms of your career readiness. You will be able to access careers resources tailored to your needs, to help you move on to the next stage in your career journey.
Career Zone will give you access to our jobs board to help in your search, as well as volunteering opportunities with our community partners.
Career Zone features upcoming employability and industry events, which you can register for.
Follow our social media channels to hear about upcoming events and new initiatives:
Facebook: UEL Career Zone
Twitter: @UEL_Careers
Instagram: @uelcareerzone
Please note that if you are unable to access the UEL Career Zone and for any other questions, please email the Careers Team: careerzone@uel.ac.uk
UEL Professional Mentoring Programme
The Professional Mentoring Programme has been running at the University of East London for 15 years and is described as the gold standard of mentoring within the industry.
Our award-winning 8-week programme aims to match students with an industry mentor (you?) who will provide sector insights and support in developing employability skills. You are only committed to 4 hours over the 8 week period, but you aren’t limited to this if you’d like to continue meeting. You’ll also be required to complete a 45-minute virtual training session.
Benefits of mentoring include:
- Joining a network of like-minded professionals
- Full training and certification for your time
- Professional and personal development
- Sense of satisfaction from supporting the next generation of talent
If you’d like more information or would like to apply to become a Professional Mentor please contact careermentoring@uel.ac.uk.
Below we have picked out lots of great job opportunities for you to consider both at the university and further afield.
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University of East London, Strategic Planning Manager, London, £41,216 pa
We are looking for a candidate who can thrive on a varied workload which will include being a School Planning Partner, producing Power BI apps and analysis for the institution, and undertaking horizon scanning projects to provide insight to our senior stakeholders.
University of East London, School Senior Administration Officer, London, £35,155 pa
We are seeking a new colleague to join the School office and work under the direction of the School Business Manager to provide PA, executive, business and administrative support to the School.
Account Director, Woburn Partners LTD, London, Salary dependant on experience
As Account Director in our small but fast-growing team, you will provide expert strategic counsel to existing clients, lead client accounts, manage members of our internal team, and identify and deliver new business opportunities.
Operational Due Diligence Analyst, Networkx Recruitment, London, £55,000- £60,000pa
The role requires close interaction with the portfolio of external investment managers, as well as internal stakeholders and committees as part of their investment selection and monitoring process.
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