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University of East London's Alumni Network Newsletter

September 2024 Edition

Hello ,

Welcome to the September 2024 edition of the University of East London's Alumni Network e-newsletter. We have some great news stories for you, including a round up of our recent graduation ceremonies & how UEL has been crowned University of the Year for Teaching Quality by The Times & Sunday Times.

Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you. Find out about free tickets to Grad Fest 2024 & exciting international mobility opportunities for recent graduates.

Check out our latest Alumni of the Month winners, and find out 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 Alumni 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.

Students celebrate graduation success

Passion, energy and commitment on show at UEL graduation ceremonies.

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From UEL graduate to Inter Miami CF executive

Film student’s career journey leads him to working with Beckham and Messi.

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UEL crowned University of the Year for Teaching

The Times & Sunday Times names UEL UK’s top institution for Teaching Quality.

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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.


ALUMNI OF THE MONTH

Meet Natalya Fisher, who completed a Bachelors in Combined Humanities, 2012.

Since graduating, Natalya volunteers through Young Enterprise and is one of their longest standing volunteers. Natalya also write's poetry and is currently writing some new material which she will be performing.

Natalya's special memory of UEL was graduating infront of friends & family who all cheered her on.

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NOTICEBOARD

Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you, find out what has been going on at UEL over the past month, what's coming up and how you can get involved! 

 

GRAD FEST 2024

GradFest is the place to be. Whether you're looking to kickstart your career or further your education, this event offers unparalleled opportunities to network, learn, and grow. 

Engage in insightful conversations with industry leaders, attend informative workshops, and discover pathways that align with your passions and ambitions. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with potential mentors, gain valuable advice, and explore a wide range of prospects that could shape your future. Bring your curiosity, your questions, 
and your aspirations—GradFest is here to help you take the next big step in your journey.

Take part in exciting features including:

  • Rock your profile with LinkedIn
  • Insight talks with Huzzle
  • Graduate Influencer Panel
  • Seminars from exhibitors and other industry professionals

Not only is the event free, but there is also travel funding available to help towards those transport costs*. That isn’t even the best part - one lucky attendee will win £5,000 for simply being part of this incredible event** (*/** terms & conditions apply and are available on our website).

Register here today for free.

Calling recently graduated Alumni for exciting international mobility opportunities!

Are you a recent UEL graduate from within the past 12 months? Great news—you are eligible to participate in short-term programmes and traineeships abroad offered by the Global Experiences team. Additionally, you can access funding through the Turing Scheme to help financially support your living and travel expenses while you’re abroad. You can find more information about Turing Scheme funding options here.

Take advantage of this opportunity to develop your skills, gain international experience, and boost your employability on your CV as you step into the professional world!

Short-Term Programmes
UEL offers short-term placements lasting 4-6 weeks to provide shorter, more affordable participation in international projects and cultural exchanges. These will be promoted throughout the year as they become available, so be sure to check the alumni newsletter for updates.

Traineeships
We encourage alumni who wish to participate in a traineeship or work placement abroad to seek their own opportunities. Our UEL Career Zone has useful resources for doing so such as the GoinGlobal Platform, an online database that helps new and experienced job seekers find opportunities both at home and abroad. Global Experiences occasionally offers various opportunities through our academic partner institutions that are subject to availability and vary by year, but we if you’re interested in sector-related, industry-specific traineeships, you can access the CareerZone/GoinGlobal portal to support you in finding your own placement. Once you have found and secured your placement, you can reach out to Global Experiences who can support you in applying for funding. 

Contact Us
If you are interested in learning more about the various international opportunities available to alumni or have any queries about the Turing Scheme, reach out to us at educationabroad@uel.ac.uk.

 

Online Masters in Special and Additional Learning Needs: You Can Still Enrol for September 2024

If you're looking to gain advanced skills in the field of Special Educational Needs (SEN) alongside your full-time job, our online Masters/ PG Diploma/ PG Certificate in Special and Additional Learning Needs might be the right fit for you.

Delivered entirely online, this international programme offers ongoing support from experienced tutors and you get the opportunity to study from anywhere in the world while continuing to work full-time. Completion is achievable within 2 years!

Even though the September 2024 term started on Monday 23rd September 2024, we're happy to accommodate any last-minute candidates if they apply by the weekend. If you’re interested in joining our internationally-diverse cohort, apply now for the September 2024 term today!

Need more information? Hear from a recent graduate about their journey here or feel free to contact us at info@icepe.eu with any questions.

 

WHATS COMING UP

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.

 

UEL Alumni Webinar Series with Kemi Oyesola

Wednesday 25th September 2024, 18:00-19:00, Online

Kemi Oyesola (aka CoachKemi/CoachK) will discuss the topic of the Fine Art and Science of How2Think. Kemi is a Thought Transformation Coach, Teacher, Solutionist and DEI Strategist.

She is passionate about helping businesses, young people, and women in Corporate, to renew their minds so that they live transformed lives they are proud to own. Kemi is a firebrand out to rid the world of what she calls “Stinking Thinking” which are limiting thoughts that deter people from being all they are called to be.

Click the link below at 6pm on Wednesday to join the webinar directly. 

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The Social Mobility Careers Fair

Thursday 26th September 2024, 10:00-14:00, 9-23 Marsham Street London SW1P 3DW

Are you looking for your next career move? Our Careers Fair is the perfect place to discover new opportunities. We host employers across multiple industries with many vacancies to explore.

Since 1993, Making The Leap has been committed to supporting those aged 16-30 as they develop skills, build confidence, and access employment opportunities. This will be our eleventh annual job fair and will be in association with finance and stock exchange firm, CMC Markets.

Register here

Black History Month Panel: The Importance of Representation in the Black Community

Thursday 3rd October 2024, 18:00-20:00, Online

With the month of October being Black History Month, the topic of discussion is around Leadership and Impact: The Importance of Representation in the Black Community. 

This event aims to create a dynamic and meaningful conversation around the critical role that representation plays in leadership within the Black community, and most importantly to educate ourselves and others about the importance of representation.

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UEL Alumni Achievement Awards

Thursday 17th October 2024, 18:00-22:00,  The Lounge, Docklands Campus

Following on from the great success of our previous Alumni Achievement Awards, we are excited to announce that the University of East London’s alumni team will be hosting the 2024 Alumni Achievement Awards on Thursday 17th October 2024. The event will be held both virtually and physically at our Docklands Campus.

This is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the achievements of our alumni in a wide range of areas and come together to celebrate their success. 

Nominations have now closed and those who were shortlisted have been informed, with winners finding out on the night!

Register now

You've Graduated: What Next?

Tuesday 12th November 2024, 10:00-12:00 (BT),  Online

Join our interactive webinar to boost your graduate job search & ignite your career.

• Fine-tune your job hunt skills
• Discover effective career support
• Learn about graduate schemes and opportunities
• Hear from employers about what they seek in candidates
• Participate in a live Q&A
 
Speakers from Price Waterhouse Cooper, RSA Insurance Group, Enterprise, Teach First, Kreston Reeves, Graduate Recruitment Bureau, National Careers Service, AGCAS & more. Get your free ticket now!

Get Tickets

Breakfast Roundtable event

Thursday 12th November 2024, 08:00 - 10:00,  The Den at M Restaurant

We are delighted to invite you to register for our upcoming Breakfast Roundtable Event, taking place on 12th November 2024 at The Den at M Restaurant, located at: 2 & 3 Threadneedle Walk, 60 Threadneedle Street, London, EC2R 8HP.

This exclusive and intimate gathering is designed to foster meaningful discussions and learning, bringing together fellow alumni, Alumni Advisory Board members, final-year students, and a member of the Alumni Engagement Office.

This event is free of charge, but spaces are extremely limited. If you are interested in attending, please register by 4th November. We will review all expressions of interest and notify those selected by 6th November.

Register now

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

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.
 
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.

Form an overview of all that is on offer to you from our careers team click here. 

Your Alumni Career Coach

Andrea Popeau-Thomas is an experienced Career Coach who now supports UEL Alumni and graduate students, with over 8 years of experience in higher education. 

Individual Career Coaching Appointments
30-minute Individual alumni coaching appointments are available to discuss a variety of career development topics. 
Sample topics have been listed below, however; you are welcome to make an appointment without a career development topic in mind:- 
•    Explore Careers and Graduate School Programmes
•    Identify Career Skills & Interests
•    Review CV’s, Cover Letters & Personal Statements
•    Review Job Searching Strategies
•    Review PhD, MD, or graduate school applications
•    Create a Job Search Action Plan
•    Conduct a Mock Interview
•    Review Career Resources
•    Review Networking Strategies
•    Review Salary Negotiation Strategies

Scheduling a Career Coaching Appointment
30-minute coaching appointments are now available via the UEL Career Zone. UEL Alumni can book an appointment throughout the academic year and beyond. To register with Career Zone & book your appointment please check out the schedule of appointments by clicking here.

Career Mentoring Programme

Are you an experienced professional with a desire to make a meaningful impact?  Your wealth of knowledge and expertise could shape the career journeys of ambitious University of East London students. If you are passionate about nurturing the next generation of career achievers and boosting their employability skills, we would love for you to join our Professional Mentor community!

Our cutting-edge Professional Mentoring Programme spans over six weeks and is designed to bridge the gap between experienced professionals and future career trailblazers at the University of East London. Your guidance and mentorship will be pivotal in shaping their journeys toward becoming future industry leaders.

As a Mentor, you will:

  • Guide students in developing their employability skills
  • Assist students in crafting well-defined career objectives and exploring viable career pathways
  • Support students in establishing invaluable professional networks to excel in their chosen industries
  • Instil confidence in students, helping them to gain a deeper understanding of the career landscape

If this opportunity resonates with you and your aspirations, we would love to hear from you. Take a moment to apply via the link provided and embark on this rewarding journey of mentorship.

For further information and to apply for this programme, please click on Expression of interest form for mentors.

If you have any questions about the Professional Mentoring Programme, contact the UEL Mentoring team at careermentoring@uel.ac.uk. 

Sales roles available with Pareto

Pareto is a Randstad company that takes a unique approach to sourcing, assessing and placing graduates, helping them to kickstart their careers. As the market leading sales recruitment company in the UK, they aren’t your standard recruitment agency and have a team dedicated to the assessment, placement and training of sales graduates globally across all industries and roles. 
 
Pareto specialises in sales roles and take people with high potential, provide them with globally recognised accredited training, and place them into positions where they can excel.

If you are interested in understanding more about these opportunities and attending one of their assessment centres, please contact Hannah White at hwhite@pareto.co.uk to start the application process.

UEL Enterprise: Alumni 1-2-1 Support

Are you eager to kickstart your own business or dive into freelancing but feeling a bit lost on where to start? Don't sweat it – we've got your back!

Introducing our exclusive 1-2-1 enterprise support just for recent graduates like you. Whether you've got a brilliant idea waiting to bloom or just need guidance on getting started, we're here to help.

Ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? Book your appointment now through the Career Zone platform or simply scan the QR code below. Your journey to success starts here! 

Don't wait any longer – let's make your business aspirations a reality! Click here to find out more. 

Power Hour on Funding Strategy: Session on Investment Readiness

Are you an entrepreneur looking to scale your early-stage company? Join our exclusive online event on Funding Strategy, tailored for alumni and student entrepreneurs aiming for investment readiness.

This insightful session, delivered by a seasoned CFO with high-growth expertise, will cover essential fundraising strategies. Learn about various routes from pre-seed to early Series A investment and gain invaluable knowledge on achieving your funding goals.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your business with expert guidance from the Funding Hero Team. For more details, visit: fundinghero.co.uk

Click here to register. (Zoom meeting link will be shared before the day of the event).

JOBS BOARD

Below we have picked out lots of great job opportunities for you to consider both at the university and further afield.

 

University of East London, Marketing & Campaign Executive (Owned Media), London, £38,022- £43,403 pa

The Campaign Executive is responsible for developing and implementing integrated marketing campaigns that align with the University's goals. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling content and collateral, manage owned channels, and optimise campaign performance. The role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for driving results through effective marketing strategies.

Apply now

University of East London, Environmental Research Assistant, London, £38,022- £43,403 pa

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant (trainee) level researcher to join a multi-disciplinary team with prime responsibility to assist the environmental fieldwork and environmental testing in different projects. You will be reporting to the SRI Senior Laboratory Manager and will be working alongside the SRI researchers and students across the three research themes on research and consultancy projects in the Institute, taking sole responsibly where appropriate. 

Apply now

Senior Designer, Shelter, London, £51,240 pa

Our team takes on a variety of briefs from across the organisation and things move quickly. One day, you might be working on an experiential event or an OOH campaign. The next, you could be brainstorming ideas for a social media campaign or designing a policy report. Whatever the brief, you’ll be taking projects from concept to completion, always working alongside a writer and a Creative Lead.

Apply now

Communications Officer (Exhibitions & Programming), IWM London, London, £29,000- £31,000 pa

Deliver the Communications strategy for IWM’s public programming, including temporary exhibitions, public events and learning activity, primarily at IWM London and IWM North. Work closely with IWM’s marketing and digital engagement teams to ensure integrated and well- coordinated communications, marketing and digital campaigns for exhibitions and programming activity.

Apply now

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