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WELCOME
University of East London's Alumni Network Newsletter
June 2021 Edition
Hello ,
Welcome to the June 2021 edition of the University of East London's Alumni Network e-newsletter!
We have some great news stories for you, including the launch of The University of East London’s Diversity of Thought Employer Partnership Programme, and how UEL are taking part in a global design challenge for sport and physical activity.
Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you. Find out about the launch of The University of East London’s MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology course and details of the next Postgraduate open evening.
You can also find out more about our latest Alumni of the Month story, and how you can apply to become the next.
Our events section has a variety of virtual events for you to get involved in, from our upcoming ‘Life after UEL’ webinar to our next Alumni Interest group meet up.
This month’s careers development section has information on how the Career Zone can help graduates with their 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.
UEL takes part in global design challenge for sport and physical activity
A team of students from the University of East London (UEL) is taking part in the Global Design Challenge for Sport and Physical Activity with the chance to win €10, 000 to develop their concept.
UEL launches Diversity of Thought Employer Partnership Programme
The University of East London (UEL) has launched the Diversity of Thought Employer Partnership Programme which works with employers to provide UEL students with a bespoke pathway of engagement.
ALUMNI OF THE MONTH
Each month we will feature our Alumni of the Month in our E-newsletter and on our website. Winners receive an exclusive gift and certificate as well as a guaranteed place at one of our exclusive networking events. Nominations for Alumni of the month 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 click here to complete our short nomination form.
Meriflor Toneatto
We are pleased to introduce our next alumni of the month! Meet Meriflor Toneatto who studied an Msc Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (MAPPCP) and graduated in 2020.
Meriflor is the Founder & CEO of the Institute of Positive Psychology Coaching. Meriflor provides overall leadership and vision, manage operations and major decisions.
Meriflor’s most special memory at UEL was expanding her network in a meaningful way with new professional contacts.
NOTICEBOARD
You are invited to attend our upcoming Virtual Postgraduate Open Evening
You are invited to attend our upcoming Virtual Postgraduate Open Evening taking place on Wednesday 21 July from 4 - 8 pm. Our Open Evening is a great way to find out whether postgraduate study is right for you. During the evening you can find out how our courses give you the skills you need; whether continuing in education is an affordable investment; if you will be able to study while you work; and how you can gain access to education if you have not studied for a while.
The University of East London has been pioneering futures since 1898 and continues to support our current and future students in preparing for changing ways of work and Industry 4.0.
During the evening you'll be able to:
· Watch the welcome talk from our Vice-Chancellor & President, Professor Amanda Broderick
· Explore our new Dual Delivery approach to teaching and learning
· Attend live subject talks and direct your questions to our academics
· Take a virtual tour of our campuses
· Talk to our current students and ask them about life at UEL
· Uncover postgraduate research options with the Graduate School
· Hear about fees and funding and the types of scholarships and bursaries available to you
· Discover the wide range of support offered to you as a UEL student
· Make an application to study at UEL
As an incentive, UEL graduates may be eligible for a postgraduate course discount. If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount, alternatively, you will receive a 10% discount.
More and more people choose to study postgraduate courses thanks to better financial support, improved job prospects and more specialist course options. Join us at our virtual open evening to find out exactly how postgraduate study will work for you To book your place, please visit our webpage by clicking here.
To watch on-demand postgraduate course related webinars and masterclasses, please click here.
National Wedding Show offering alumni discount
Head to London ExCeL this Autumn from 16-17 October 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.
MSc in Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology launched
If you want to work in the sport and exercise industry an MSc will give you more experience and greater flexibility. The applied sport and exercise physiology course will provide you with the underpinning theoretical knowledge and the key practical skills required to work as an applied sport and exercise physiologist. Sports physiologists play an important role in developing human performance for sports teams and individual athletes by providing scientific support, monitoring physical performance and optimising training programme. Key aspects of the course are its applied focus; helping you develop the key practical skills required to work as an applied exercise physiologist and its careers driven format; providing you with opportunities to gain work experience, where you can put your knowledge and skills into practice.
For further information please visit the course website by clicking here.
Brand New MSc in Sport Analytics (From Data to Decision)
Sport Analytics is currently one of the fastest-growing fields in the sports industry.
Thanks to cheaper and more accessible technologies, analytics is now playing a vital role in gathering and analysing data, identify the patterns, visualising the data, and formulating the strategies, which consequently results in competitive advantages and winning competitions based on data and statistics.
During this course, you will be taught how to analyse and interpret large and complex data generated in the sports industry. You will be taught how to prepare, analyse and visualise the data, as well as produce the reports to engage stakeholders.
For more information, please visits the course page by clicking here, or you can contact the course leader, Dr Alireza Monajati.
MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Sciences
The psychology of sport is an ever-expanding area that looks to establish a way of enhancing athlete, player and other high performing groups outcomes. This is done through an evidence-based approach informed by research to allow practitioners to meet those aims.
Our MSc puts you at the forefront of this process and immerses you into sport psychology in a supportive and challenging way. You begin by examining theory and research within sport psychology and then move onto looking at ways of applying that theory as a researcher and potential practitioner. You finish your degree with a period in the workplace assisting relevant groups with performance enhancement and researching a topic that will hopefully give you the chance to contribute to the body of literature within sport psychology to inform future practices.
Strength and Conditioning Pathway:
Strength and conditioning is at the heart of all sports, by improving the fitness and function of the athletes. This course will develop skills and knowledge to allow you to have a sound knowledge base, that is applied into practice, to enhance performance. You begin by developing the understanding of strength production and how these would be linked to the creation of training programmes. This knowledge is put into practical application by developing the skills and coaching ability with athlete groups. You finish your postgraduate degree with a period in the work place assisting relevant groups with performance enhancement and researching a topic that will hopefully give you the chance to contribute to the body of literature within strength and conditioning to inform future practices.
For further information please visit the course pages for sport psychology by clicking here or by clicking here. You can also email the course leader, James Beale.
Become an Apprentice with the University of East London
Why not get paid whilst working towards a higher or degree level qualification? Apprenticeships provide a great way to combine work with study, enabling learners to earn a salary at the same time as studying for a qualification.
As an apprentice you will spend at least 20% of your working hours studying for a Degree. This means that you would be employed to perform a specific job role and, at the same time, would study the subject specific to your Apprenticeship at the University of East London.
Your first step to become an apprentice is to find a job in your chosen area with an employer who will be able to support you through an Apprenticeship. You must be working between 30-40 hours per week and as an Apprentice, you are guaranteed a minimum wage.
As an Apprentice you will be entitled to the same benefits as other employees within your organisation such as holiday and pension.
If you are looking for apprenticeship opportunities, job sites such as Indeed and Reed advertise Apprentice level jobs across all sectors. If you know which area you are interested in, have a search of employers in those areas and look directly on their websites. Not Going To Uni is a good site to visit you can browse current apprenticeship vacancies on the National Apprenticeship Website. We work with both large organisations and SMEs including the NHS, Accenture, Costain, Skanska, Laing O’Rourke – and many more.
At the University of East London, we offer apprenticeships in a range of subjects and we are also developing new programmes. Visit our Apprenticeships webpage for more information by clicking here.
- If you have any questions or would like more information, please click here to contact us by email.
Green your business at the University of East London
The University’s Sustainability Research Institute (SRI) and Business Centre joined forces on Tuesday 8 June to host a virtual event to showcase the support available at the University to help businesses become more sustainable and develop green innovations.
The event kicked off with Professor Darryl Newport and Dr Mike Medas introducing the work of the SRI, including the ERDF-funded ARENA project which provides businesses with free support to develop and commercialise their innovative ideas, products and services in the areas of resource efficiency, urban green infrastructure, and nature-based solutions for urban resilience.
Guests then heard some first-hand accounts from businesses that are already collaborating with the University. Dharmesh Joshi and Manorma Joisi from AARDRA Systems talked about how the ARENA project is helping them develop smart controllers for major irrigation systems used in agriculture, horticulture and on sports fields. Manorma also explained how University of East London students will be involved in the project at all stages and help with the production of analytic data.
Tom Brennan, Director of St John’s Laboratory, who have been based at the Business Centre for six years, spoke about their journey towards a greener culture in e-commerce by taking a more resource-efficient approach to their packaging. Tom was joined by UEL graduate Momchil Papov who explained how his internship with St John’s Laboratory during his degree enabled him to ‘learn twice’ and apply the skills he was developing to a real life business.
The University has a long history of supporting entrepreneurs in East London through its Enterprise programmes and Business Centre. Manager Duncan Boak talked about the transition he is leading of the Business Centre to a new Sustainable Enterprise Centre on the Docklands campus which will support the launch and growth of green, tech, socially impactful organisation that create good jobs for the people of Newham.
The final presentation came from Matt Davies, Head of Economic Development for the Royal Docks Enterprise Zone, who briefed guests on the wider initiatives taking place in the area, including the development of a Green Tech Quarter in London’s Royal Docks and the ambition to make it a Living Wage Place.
The event ended with a question and answer session, which demonstrated the interest in this topic amongst the East London business community and the need for more services and support. As one guest put it: “The event was excellent. I hope it’s only the beginning of what’s to come in the future.” The UEL team are already planning how to keep the momentum going. Watch this space.
For more information about the Business Centre and Knowledge Dock services email us by clicking here or enquire on our website here
School of Psychology Update
Dr Jérémy E. Lemoine, Lecturer In Occupational And Organisational Psychology has recently published: “Pleasure, meaning or spirituality: Cross-cultural differences in orientations to happiness
across 12 countries” in the Journal of Business Research. It describes the relationships between different concepts of happiness in 12 countries. Click here to access the publication. Link to publication here.
Congratulations to Dr Jolanta Golan who has successfully defended her PhD. Jolanta’s thesis investigated auditory and speech processing and its impact on language development in infants, toddlers and primary school children. The main finding of her research was that knowing how well a child's brain discriminates sounds in the environment informs if they may develop language difficulties.
Twitter: @UELPsychLondon; @UEL_BabyDevLab; @ERC_Research
UEL Psychology Graduate and Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist Fergus McGrath has just published a self-help book with a difference. Two differences actually.
Firstly, the motive for writing the book, according to Fergus, was to try to write self-help content that was decidedly different from that in many other self-help books by providing inspiring, realistic, and reassuring self-help text that was not dumbed down. To this end, he selected a number of what he describes as ‘bread and butter’ self-help themes and explored them with reference to personal indulgences such as philosophy, psychotherapy, science, poetry, psychology, sport, literature, song and spirituality.
Secondly, Fergus’ self-help book doubles up as a critique of self-help books in general!
The title of the book is ‘The Aware Self: A Compendium Of Conscious Living’. It is currently available in E-Book format only with audio and hard copy versions imminent. Further information about the book, including a free preview and purchasing options, are available on Fergus’ website at www.cogbeh.com.
WHAT'S COMING UP
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LegalEx, Wednesday 7th July 2021, 09:00-17:00, ExCel London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
UEL graduates and staff are invited to attend LegalEx 2021. The event itself is tailored to legal practitioners as they look to implement new tech and solutions.
Sessions will be CPD accredited, so it is perfect for graduates looking to boost their career and network, covering:
- Keynote programme on diversity and inclusion, legal aid, wellbeing, legal tech
- SRA Keynote programme covering regulation and compliance, and advice
- Breakout theatres including legal IT, legal services, legal tech, futureproofing firms
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PGCE Alumni virtual meet, Monday 26th July 2021, 18:00-19:00, Online
We are excited to announce that the University of East London’s Alumni Engagement team will be launching a new monthly series of online Alumni Interest Group events. The aim of the monthly Alumni Interest Groups is to provide a place for likeminded Alumni to come together and network.
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Life after UEL- Becoming a Critical Educator, Tuesday 27th July 2021, 18:00-19:00, Online
This webinar will be exploring what it means to be a critical educator. The session will delivered by Lisa Taylor Lecturer in Early Childhood and Education Studies, School of Education and Communities, University of East London.
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Alumni Quiz Night, Friday 30th July 2021, 19:00-21:00, Online
Our summer virtual quiz night will be packed with fun and laughter and it will be a great opportunity to come together, reconnect and engage. Full joining instructions will be sent a few days in advance of the event.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
As a valued member of our alumni community, you now have unlimited access to our brand-new Career Zone platform, formerly the Employment Hub.
Sign up today at careerzone 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
Are you a graduate who’s looking to find a new job? Interested in working in East/Central London for full-time permanent/contract roles?
Join London Works recruitment agency on Monday 5th July @ 11am to find out how they can help to support you in becoming confident to secure your next role, and provide you opportunities to consider.
London Works is a recruitment agency with a difference, committed to their clients, candidates and East London community.
With opportunities at large international companies, corporate firms and local SMEs, in fields such as accounts, finance, marketing, IT, administration, and more - London Works is here to support you with your job search.
Date: Monday 5th July 2021
Time: 11am
Venue: Online Zoom
UEL JOBS
Volunteering Co-ordinator
Salary: £34,636
The Volunteering Coordinator will be responsible for managing, developing and delivering a volunteering service which maximizes opportunities for University of East London students to volunteer. To contribute to a campus culture of volunteering and community engagement and which builds partnerships with the voluntary and community sector. Alongside developing volunteering offer to develop and support the delivery of community engagement activities and projects to enhance University of East London’s engagement with its local communities and the impact our institution makes to our sub-region.
Events and Experiential Marketing Manager
Salary: £34,636 pa
Events and experiential activity at UEL offer a window into our courses, expertise and student life for our future prospective students and their influencers, and are a pivotal point of our recruitment strategy. The Events and Experiential Manager will bring our programme of events to life, covering a hybrid model of both on and off-site events, plus immersive live virtual activity across a range of digital platforms. Managing all key stages of planning, delivery and evaluation, the role holder will seek to deliver high quality engagements to meet ever-changing audience expectations, showcasing the very best of learning and student life at UEL.
EXTERNAL JOBS
Senior Systems and Data Officer, The Royal College of Emergency Medicine, London
Salary: £35,600 pa
As Senior Systems and Data Officer, you will work to integrate and develop data sources, through the implementation of technologies and efficient workflows. You need to be able to work on numerous concurrent projects, providing a link between internal teams and external suppliers.
Teaching Assistant, Harris Primary Academy East Dulwich, London
Salary: £22,608 pa
This is an exciting position, which could offer excellent career progression and development. The purpose of your role will be to support individuals and groups of students to enable access to learning, contributing to the development and maintenance of a purposeful, nurturing learning environment.
The University of East London, Docklands Campus, 4-6 University Way, London, E16 2RD, United Kingdom
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