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University of East London's Alumni Network Newsletter

May 2024 Edition

Hello Osman,

Welcome to the May 2024 edition of the University of East London's Alumni Network e-newsletter. We have some great news stories for you, including how UEL is supporting Stratford's creative ecosystem, and meet an alumna Psychologist who is challenging systemic barriers. 

Our noticeboard section has some interesting updates for you. Find out about September 2024 intake for MA courses and why we want your involvement in UEL's upcoming Creative Industries Festival.

Check out our latest Alumni of the Month winner, 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.

UEL supports Stratford's creative ecosystem

Networking event highlights how University of East London is collaborating to develop creative spaces.

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UEL recognised for advancing race equality

University of East London is only the third institution in the country to attain Silver status.

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Psychologist challenges systemic barriers

Alumna’s thesis sheds light on difficult journey facing Black survivors of sexual violence.

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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 Hashem Taher who completed a PhD in Architecture, 2021.

Since graduating, Hashem became a COP27 Consultant for Sustainability and Sustainability & Climate Change Consultant at ArchPlan International. I am currently the Associate Dean of the School of Creative Arts at Hertfordshire University

Hashem's special memory of UEL was winning the 'Three Minute Competition' as a top PhD Researcher.

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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! 

 

Join UEL's MA Leadership in Education Programme

What is this programme about?
Take this opportunity to learn how to make the changes you wish to see in your education setting, as backed by recent research.  We will develop your knowledge and skills in education theory, education leadership and change management so that you can be the change you wish to see in education.  This programme combines the theoretical knowledge from an MA Education with the practical tools required to drive meaningful change within the education sector.  It is an exciting opportunity to innovate and to be inspired!

Who can apply? 
You can come from a wide range of educational contexts such as teaching and leadership in schools and colleges, HE, adult education/training, nursing, social work, and police training.   You just need a 2:2 at undergraduate and current experience working in education.  No current leadership experience is required. 

I am busy and work full-time. Can it fit around my work?  
All Masters study requires time commitment, but we do our best to ensure it can fit into your working life.  What’s more, it will likely increase your passion for working in education and boost your future career!  This course is part-time, with evening-only study and a maximum of 1 session per weekday evening.  We also build in reading and writing time and observe most school holidays as ‘reading weeks.’  Plus, there are no exams to study for.  Our assessment is 100% coursework-based and there is plenty of academic writing support available to you.

Access our high-quality education at a discount:  
Do you have an NPQ or PGCE?  You could apply up to 60 credits from these programmes to significantly reduce the study time and cost.  Plus, if you have studied with UEL before, or are a PGCE mentor in one of our training schools, you are entitled to 15% off the MA Leadership in Education programme with UEL.

Why wait?  
You can apply here to begin this course in September 2024 – applications take minutes but the impact on your development, student attainment and career prospects will be life-changing. 

Funding: 
Alongside the career-boosting and professional skills potential of gaining a Masters, it can be worth over £100k in life-time earnings – it is an investment in your future.  See UEL funding and Government MA student loans here.  

“Our current students say that they are utilising the change management ideas and their research in practice in their settings!  They now feel more confident to speak up in meetings, to suggest and lead improvements in their contexts and feel a new found passion for their role in education.”

For more information & to apply please click here to visit our website, and click here to view our digital flyer.  You can also contact the course leader Hannah Fox directly: h.fox@uel.ac.uk.

NPQs:  
If you would prefer to apply for an NPQ, please see our website here. Please note, funding for NPQs is changing with our NPQH still fully government funded.  When you apply, the portal will let you know if your place is fully funded on any other programme you wish to apply for.

 

UEL's Creative Industries Festival: We want your involvement!

This September, a new industry leading festival will be the perfect opportunity for you to connect, network and learn from the best of the UK creative and business communities. It will be hosted across UEL campuses and East London, with the main festival hub at the Royal Docks Centre for Sustainability on the Docklands campus.  

Over four days, this creative industry specific festival will celebrate and showcase talent; host leading industry panels, talks and interactive workshops;  invite creative sector recruiters and agencies to meet next generation creatives; and provide high level networking that will lead to greater job opportunities. 

The festival is open to creative communities across London, including creative talent, students and graduates, academics, entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers and everyone with a passion for the Creative Industries.  The festival will be a platform for change, bringing together business and industry professionals, educators, future talent, and local communities to share knowledge, develop collaborations, initiate future innovations and start conversations to bring positive change to stakeholders throughout the creative industries.  

So how can you get involved?  Let us know if you would like to showcase your talent by having an exhibition, installation, performance or participate in workshops, talks, the hackathon, panel discussion or events. To register your interest in showcasing email alowe2@uel.ac.uk.  

At the festival there will also be plenty of time to discover new job opportunities, get careers and enterprise advice, meet agents and recruiters and build your network for future career success. Register via Eventbrite here to attend the festival.

 

Psychology and EDUCOM Grad Connect 

We are delighted to announce the launch of two new exclusive LinkedIn Connect Groups for Psychology students and recent graduates, and EDUCOM Students and recent graduates aimed at assisting you in all your career needs. 

In these LinkedIn groups, you can expect to find:
•    Tips and tricks to help you on your career endeavours
•    Career Zone workshops and services to equip you for your chosen career
•    Job opportunities to gain essential and transferrable skills 
•    Events to boost your networking skills and so much more 

We believe these groups will be an excellent resource for you to connect with like-minded individuals and industry professionals, expand your knowledge and skillset, and ultimately, achieve your career aspirations.
 
Click here to join UEL Psychology Grad Connect today to take the first step towards a successful career!

Click here to join UEL EDUCOM Grad Connect today to take the first step towards a successful career!

 

Online MA in Special & Additional Learning Needs: Applications Open for the September 2024 Intake!

If you are seeking to advance your career in Special and Additional Learning Needs, the Online Masters in Special and Additional Learning Needs might be the right fit for you.

This programme is developed jointly by the School of Education and Communities, University of East London (UEL) and the Institute of Child Education and Psychology (ICEP) Europe. It is curated for individuals interested in Special and Additional Learning Needs, both in the UK and internationally, including those who have achieved a National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination (SENCo) and want to progress to an MA qualification. It 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.

Delivered entirely online, this international programme offers ongoing support from experienced tutors, fostering engagement through class discussions and online tutorials. Completion is achievable within 2 years!

Participants can personalise their learning journey by selecting modules aligning with their interests and educational contexts. Modules include Inclusive Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Dyslexia and Literacy, Exceptionally Able Learners and Understanding Behaviour.

The programme's online format and the flexibility to pay for modules on an individual basis cater to professionals with busy schedules, offering the flexibility to earn a recognized University qualification regardless of location.

Interested? Apply now for the September 2024 intake!

For more information about the programme, click here.

To join our upcoming webinar and address your queries, click here.

To hear from a recent graduate about their firsthand experience, click here.

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: Uchenna Mofunanya

Tuesday 18th June 2024, 18:00-19:00, Online 

UEL Alumni Uchenna Mofunanya joins us for our Webinar for the month of June. Uchenna is a driven professional with a passion for wellness, fitness, personal and professional development. Uchenna will be discussing the topic of "Turning Adversity into Ambition".

Register now

UEL Alumni Virtual Networking & Quiz

Thursday 20th June 2024, 18:00-20:00, Online

Join us for an evening of Virtual Networking with your fellow UEL Alumni and also a Quiz! The winner of this Quiz will earn themselves a prize!

Register here

UEL Alumni Summer Physical Networking Event: Crazy Golf

Friday 28th June 2024, 18:00- 22:00, Swingers London, 8 Brown's Building, London, EC3A 8AL.

Have you registered your attendance for our Summer Physical Networking event taking place on Friday 28th June at ‘Swingers City’, Liverpool Street, London.  Join us for an eventful evening of Crazy Golf with an opportunity to socialise and connect with your fellow Alumni, whilst also enjoying some light-hearted competitive fun, food and drinks. Register by Friday 14th June. Make sure you register fast as spaces are limited. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register now

UEL Alumni Big Weekend

Friday 2nd- 4th August 2024, UEL Docklands Campus, 4-6 University Way, London, E16 2RD.

The University of East London (UEL) will be hosting its 2nd alumni weekend the 2nd-4th August 2024. As part of this weekend you will be given the opportunity to take part in a series of workshops, fun, activities, networking opportunities and a gala dinner event. This is an event not to be missed, book your tickets early to take advantage of our early bird prices.

Please note, we have on sale multiple ticket options, including single occupancy residential where you can book to share a flat with your friends. Non-residential tickets, which will give you access to activities on both days with no accommodation and other variations. When booking, please read fully the description and
ensure that you select the right ticket type to suit your needs.

Please note, your ticket fee will go towards The Alumni Hardship Bursary which provides extra financial support to assist our students on a low income to remain in Higher Education. It aims to support students experiencing financial difficulties meeting their living costs.

Not only will you have the opportunity to reminisce and reconnect with your peers you will also be having a direct positive impact on current UEL students.

Register here

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. 

Graduate Recruitment Fair 2024

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: Graduate Entrepreneurs

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. 

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, Senior IT Solutions Specialist, London, £44,577- £49,641 pa

This exciting position challenges you to provide full end-to-end technical support to users of our services.  Working to industry best practice, this will encompass remote and telephone-based IT support as well as hands-on technical work, providing a one‐stop support provision for end user requests.

Apply now

University of East London, Knowledge Exchange Development Manager, London, £44,577- £49,641 pa

You will bring experience of successfully providing specialist advice and support to researchers for the development of externally funded projects, particularly from Innovate UK and KTPs, at a UK HEI. With detailed knowledge of UK funding schemes, and experience of researching and assessing funding mechanisms and sponsors, you will also have experience of working with colleagues and external stakeholders to develop projects and appropriately costed budgets.

Apply now

Curator in Contemporary South Textiles & Fashion, The V&A Museum, London, £32,157 pa

The post holder must have demonstrable expertise in contemporary textiles and fashions of a region of the Global South with a preference for Latin America, particularly Brazil and Mexico. Priority will be given to applicants with lived experience. However all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Apply now

Marketing Manager, The Armed Forces Charity, London, £43,000 pa

You will work collaboratively and creatively with colleagues across the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications directorate, taking briefs and translating them into finalised marketing activations. Alongside the Head of Marketing & Brand you will work closely with the rest of the team, particularly the Senior Marketing Officer.

Apply now

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