Things to know this week
Things to know this week - 19 April 2022
Posted on 19 April 2022
Remember, our wellbeing advice about exam stress contains top tips to help you through.
Covid update summary
What to do if you feel unwell
It’s now more important than ever to stay at home if you feel unwell. You don't need to provide any evidence that you're too unwell to attend classes, but you should speak to your module tutor when you get back to find out if there's anything you need to do to catch up.If you're unwell during an assessment, and that is going to affect your ability to complete it, or complete it on time, you can self-certify eligible assessments through e:Vision. If your assessment is not eligible for self-certification, or if you need an extension of longer than four days, you can still apply for Exceptional Circumstances in the usual way.
1. Top tips for study and exam success
Developing good study habits will ensure you perform to the best of your ability. See our top tips for study and exam success to help make Summer Term a more pleasant and productive experience.
2. Student Connect returns
Student Connect relaunches for Summer Term this week to match you with other students from your course or college so that you can make new connections. Whether you make a new friend, discover another part of campus, or go to a different cafe, this is a great opportunity to expand your uni network. Sign up for Student Connect.
3. Develop your language skills
If you want to develop your language skills this term, Languages For All has options for beginners through to degree level. Take advantage of the student discount and check out courses ranging from Chinese for Intercultural Understanding (Beginner) to Business and Management Courses in Spanish (Intermediate). Registration deadline: Tuesday 26 April. Find out more or book your place.
4. Get help in setting up a business
Do you have a business or social enterprise idea? Apply for the Summer Accelerator and spend your summer working on launching your business with the support of the University. If accepted, you will receive a living allowance of £1,500, use of a workspace for eight weeks and access to specialist support. Find out more and register for the Summer Accelerator information evening on Wednesday 20 April.
5. Free period products
Free period products are now available on campus, thanks to our partnership with YUSU, GSA and Free The Flow. You’ll find free products in the ground floor toilets of the Library, Spring Lane Building and the Ron Cooke Hub as we take steps to address period poverty among students. Find out more about the trial scheme.
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