A fresh start
Inspired by a lazy Fresher
May 13, 2013
Did you make a #CareersPledge at one of the roadshow events hosted by Eleanor and Ben? Thanks to Student Intern Liam Ross for filming and editing this video.
The ‘Pink Hoodie’ Clan
May 3, 2013
We’ve been pretty busy since our last blog. We spent Wednesday evening in the Atrium on Jubilee Campus and then Thursday afternoon on the Downs. Over the last 4 days we’ve had conversations with over 750 of you. It’s been great to meet you all and find out more about what you’re doing to improve …
We’re moving house. SB is amazing!
May 1, 2013
We loved our day trip to Sutton Bonington yesterday as part of the #CareersPledge event. Here are a few things we learnt whilst we were there… 1. The campus is lovely which is why we’ve decided to up and move. Goodbye Lenton, hello countryside! 2. Putting on an event with balloons and big sail-like banners …
Getting to know UoN… on a UCAS visit day
April 15, 2013
I remember coming to a UCAS visit day three years ago with my brother. I didn’t know anyone or know what I’d let myself in for, but it was a great opportunity to find out about the Uni and whether I really wanted to come and study here. Fast forward three years…I went to the …
Get involved to get employed
April 8, 2013
Putting on an event for first years encouraging them to ‘pledge’ to improve their employability – It can’t be that difficult… can it?! I am lucky enough to be employed as a Student Ambassador within the Careers and Employability Service. I hope you all know what that is, if not, find out now! (They’re the …
Tales of a Third Year Student: Lenton Life.
March 18, 2013
My name is David Akosim and I am currently in my 3rd year at the University of Nottingham studying English. As the Digital and social Media’ intern for the Uni’s Marketing and communications department this term I have been trusted to write a blog about my Uni experiences. I will write several blogs over the following week …
Karnival, red noses and Fresh Meat
February 27, 2013
There are two reasons why this week is spectacular: The sun has been shining. Karnival is hosting the cast of Channel 4 series Fresh Meat at University Park on Friday night as part of their Red Nose Day fundraising tour. I’m a HUGE Fresh Meat fan so I’m a bit over-excited about seeing the residents …
Discover Nottingham
September 27, 2012
Nottingham is a fantastic city with plenty of things to keep you occupied away from our campuses. We asked students and colleagues on the University Facebook page to recommend some places for you to discover. Here are some of their suggestions: Pitcher & Piano, “rehabilitated old church turned into fabulous eatery” Tamatanga for “modern, delicious, urban Indian …
What’s your name and where do you come from?
September 25, 2012
You’re here! You’ve unpacked! You’ve enjoyed a few nights out with your new friends! Welcome to university life. One of the things you’ll get sick of telling people is where you’re from. We asked you where you were coming from on our Facebook page, and here’s what you told us. Have you met …
How to make the most of Week One
September 22, 2012
Freshers’ week is undeniably an amazing time, but it’s also quite a surreal experience. You’ve just been thrown into a new environment, with a load of people you don’t know and told to have fun. It’s a situation that you are unlikely to find yourself in again – so here are some tips from Week …
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