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University of East London's Alumni Network Newsletter
November 2022 Edition
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Hello ,
Welcome to the November 2022 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 the University of East London Alumni Achievement Awards, an Alumna gaining recognition at the Social Work Awards, and how a University of East London game won big at the 2022 Green Apple Awards.
Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you. Find out how you can apply for the next intake for Special & Additional Learning Needs MA, The University's latest collaboration with West Ham United Foundation, and how you can purchase a fellow Alumna's latest book around self confidence.
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.
UEL game wins big at 2022 Green Apple Awards
The old adage one person's rubbish is another person's gold has struck true with UEL scooping a top prize in the prestigious Green Apple Awards.
Alumni Achievements celebrated at inspiring ceremony
Individuals from the alumni community were celebrated for their dedication to sustainability, diversity, sport, entrepreneurship & more.
A UEL Alumna wins at the Social Work Awards
A University of East London alumna has won the 'Children's Social Worker of the Year' award for her work with vulnerable teenagers in London.
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
We are pleased to introduce our next alumni of the month! Meet Babatunde Adekonojo who completed his MSc Professional Accounting in 2018.
Babatunde currently works as ERP Finance Lead Consultant & Lead Dynamics 365 Business Central Finance Consultant developing Microsoft Dynamics Business Central solutions for IKEA retailers worldwide.
Babatunde's most special memory of UEL was "Being an international student, UEL propelled me to getting a top position of a job opportunity in a multinational firm listed in the London Stock Exchange."
Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you, find out what has been going on at UEL over the past month.
Apply Now for the January 23 Intake of the Online MA in Special & Additional Learning Needs!
The PG Diploma / MA in Special and Additional Learning Needs (level 7 UK, level 9 IRL) was developed jointly by The School of Education and Communities, University of East London (UEL), and the Institute of Child Education and Psychology (ICEP) Europe.
Both UEL and ICEP Europe have a long track record in providing quality programmes in the field of special educational needs in the UK, Ireland, and internationally. The collaboration between the two institutions comes from a shared interest in offering a first-class provision in higher education that is accessible to international educators. Both UEL and ICEP Europe identified the need to support educators and those working with the increasing diversity of children with additional learning needs in education settings on an international level.
The international programme content is underpinned by the latest research in the field of special education, and ICEP Europe are at the forefront of research into best practice in education. Both UEL and ICEP Europe are equally committed to promoting inclusion for people with diverse needs and learning differences through the provision of the highest quality continuing professional development.
This programme is for all those, both in the UK and internationally, who are interested in Special and Additional Learning Needs, and those who have achieved a National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCo) and want to progress to an MA qualification. This programme is also particularly suitable for teachers, psychologists, and other allied professionals working in educational settings who wish to deepen and extend their existing knowledge of inclusive education and evidence-based approaches in order to respond effectively to the needs of their students.
The international programme is taught entirely online, and participants will be supported throughout by their experienced programme tutors and expected to participate in class discussions and online tutorials.
The online format of the programme and the flexibility to pay for modules on an individual basis offers busy professionals the opportunity to work around their existing schedule and gain a recognised University qualification regardless of location.
A suite of unique modules was developed solely for this programme, designed to offer educators specialist, practical knowledge in special and additional educational needs. Participants can customise the programme to their needs by choosing the modules which reflect their specific interests and educational contexts. Modules include Inclusive Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Dyslexia and Literacy, Exceptionally Able Learners, and Understanding Behaviour.
For more information visit our website by clicking here.
UEL latest collaboration with West Ham United Foundation
We are excited to offer a first-of-its-kind Postgraduate degree programme in the world of sport. This is an exciting and innovative course of study that will incorporate an analysis of cultural diversity, high performing teams, social psychology and data analytics. Assignments will prepare graduates for the rapid change in technology and societal patterns due to increased global interconnectivity. Each module will aim to scaffold learning towards an applied research project where application of theory and the development of professional management skills becomes standard practice.
A graduate from MSc Workplace Diversity in Sport will be tomorrow’s change leader, who is culturally aware and technologically literate. The course will be unique in its approach to recognising the need for emotional intelligence to support the development of individuals from marginalised groups within the workforce.
The course is delivered in partnership with the West Ham United Foundation where you will get the opportunity to engage with their team of experts and be supported with a bespoke programme to help you grow the next level in your chosen sports career.
To find out more please visit our website by clicking here.
UEL Graduate releases journey of self confidence in latest Publication
Do you want to find inner beauty when the first thing people see about you may not channel that beauty? Many people have internal struggles not visible to others, but when your face is covered with acne, not only do you need to deal with the internal struggles, but you also need to address the glares and sometimes unsolicited comments from loved ones and strangers. Take a journey into the world of Betty 'Yinka Adejumo-Popoola's story of how she dealt with her acne in this detailed account of what must have been a deeply challenging situation.
Betty studied Combined Honour Accounting with IT at UEL graduating in 2011 and shares; " I reading novels and I have attended a few book launches. Having a degree from UEL has helped me a great deal in writing my book."
For more details on how to buy Betty's book, please click here.
Do you want to be in with a chance to win Amazon vouchers?
The University of East London Design team are running some studies to check how easy it is to understand the information on the UEL website. There is a chance to win a £30 Amazon voucher if participants choose to leave their email addresse.
Participants will be able to choose if they are UEL Alumni, or indeed if they are an Employer or a Business Partner of the University if this applies to them.
If you would to participate and be in with a chance to win £30 Amazon vouchers please click here to take the survey. If you have any questions about the survey or would like more information please contact Elaine Burke, UX Design Manager at E.Burke@uel.ac.uk.
Fashion graduates have your say!
Fashion Minority Report is conducting research into how the cost of living crisis is affecting fashion students. As residents of the UK continue to jostle with the cost-of-living crisis, what impact does this have on interns and emerging fashion talent who are often unpaid but highly sought after?
The results of the survey will inform an article that will be in a newspaper distributed at London Fashion Week in February 2023. As part of this thought piece, we want to collect insight from students in a 4-minute survey about their experience, and we're reaching out to our HE community to share with their alumni. Alumni will also have an opportunity to be entered into a prize draw to win a £50 voucher.
To take the survey please click here.
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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.
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UEL Alumni Webinar Series- Software Engineering with Samantha Larbi
Tuesday 6th December 2022, 18:00 - 20:00, Online
Our Alumni Webinar series continues, and we are joined by Samantha Larbi, also known as Lapel, a Creative and Software Engineer. She holds a Master of Laws in Business and Financial Law after graduating from UEL in 2021. Samantha has 7 years of experience in Retail Banking. Samantha believes that Tech affects us in one way or another and that we should all be involved in Tech in a way that interests us either personally or professionally.
Alumni Advisory Board Masterclass with Abdal Ahmed
Wednesday 7th December 2022, 18:00-19:30, Online
Join Abdal Ahmed, School Sports Organiser & Director of The Ottoman Doner Ltd. Abdal graduated in 2004 with a Bsc in Sports Science from UEL, he is a qualified football coach and referee and a community leader on many levels. Abdal is a keen charity volunteer and has travelled across Asia, Africa and Europe for deployments. Abdal is also a Freeman of the City of London, Bangladesh Diaspora Leader and hosts his own live TV sports shows.
Abdal will share his career journey as well as his passion for giving back to the community. He will also cover his struggle to get to where he is today and the commitment and discipline required.
UEL Alumni Advisory Board Meeting
Thursday 8th December 2022, 18:00 - 20:00, USS Campus and Online
The board exists to advise on university-wide projects and initiatives and represents the alumni body in relations with the University and its Alumni Engagement team. The board has been a great success to date and has a wide range of activities to improve both the student and alumni experience planned for the near future.
If you are interested in attending a meeting or joining the Board please register your details using the link below and the team will be in touch with more information.
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
Your Alumni Career Coach
Andrea Popeau-Thomas is an experienced Career Coach who now supports UEL Alumni and graduate students, with over 8 years' 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.
Calling all Entrepreneurs, Freelancers and Side Hustlers
The University of East London is currently collecting data for the annual Higher Education Business and Communication Interaction Survey (HEBCIS) to capture data about the businesses started by recent graduates. If you have started a business over the past 12 month or are self-employed please support us by completing this short survey by clicking here.
As a special thank you for your time, all participants who complete the survey will be entered into a prize draw where 5 people will be drawn at random to receive a £50 Amazon Voucher! Raffle winners will be contacted by 23rd December 2022.
Volunteering
How has volunteering helped your career? The Volunteering Team is looking to host a panel of UEL alumni to showcase how volunteering has helped their career journey. Whether volunteering helped you gain confidence, realise a passion or expanded your network to land your next job - we want to hear from you! The panel will be hosted in February and if you are interested, please get in touch with the team via volunteering@uel.ac.uk.
Are you running a social enterprise? Do you want to share your experience with the UEL community and beyond? The School of Education and Communities is looking for UEL alumni for our Social Enterprise Celebration in March, who have experience in social entrepreneurship based in East London. If this sounds like you, please get in touch with Beth Wilson via b.wilson@uel.ac.uk. Thank you!
Professional Mentoring Programme
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, Business Development Manager, London, £36,210 pa
Reporting to the Head of Employer Partnerships and Apprenticeships, the post holder will liaise with private, public and third sectors that do not have a current relationship with UEL and promote the university’s unique expertise in research, knowledge exchange, facilities hire, office space, short courses, and sponsorship. This person will be the central “go to” person for new business
University of East London, Student Hub Manager, London, £42,454 pa
Could you play a part in helping us to drive a range of customer focused services in a fast paced, multi-channel environment, ensuring effective cross team working to meet the diverse support needs of our student and staff community? Then join our award-winning Student Hub team as a Student Hub Manager.
Software & Development Engineer in Test (SDET), Ambassador Theatre Group, London, £50,000- £70,000 pa
The Ambassador Theatre Group is an extraordinary success story in the live entertainment industry. Founded in 1992 in the UK, we’ve grown into the world’s number one live-theatre company today. We cover every discipline in the theatre industry, from operating venues to ticketing platforms and producing shows. We are passionate about great shows and our ambition is to help them find the largest possible audiences.
Property Compliance Systems Officer, Clarion Housing Group LTD, London, £29,723- £38,705 pa
We're recruiting a Property Compliance Systems Officer to be responsible for maintaining accurate data on Clarion's Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) assets (e.g. lifts, playgrounds, fixed wire inspections) and to report on Clarion's compliance levels with servicing and assessment responsibilities.
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