News | Thursday, 8th February 2018
What’s On This Week: Feb 12th – Feb 18th 2018
There are lots of fantastic student events taking place across our campuses this week!
Manchester
When: Monday, 12th February – hourly slots between 10.00am and 4.00pm in the Business School
Become a lifesaver with this need-to-know training from the British Heart Foundation.
When: Monday, 12th February – 1.00pm-2.00pm in Brooks
Find out all the hints and tips to make your CV and LinkedIn stand out from the crowd.
When: Monday, 12th February – 2.00pm-3.45pm in the Business School
Explore the impact of man-made global warming in this screening of Leonardo DiCaprio's award winning documentary.
When: Tuesday, 13th February – 12.30pm-1.00pm in the Business School
Prepare to be astounded as this documentary brings to light the consequences that our global disposable lifestyle are having on the oceans.
When: Tuesday, 13th February – 2.00pm-3.00pm in the Business School
Come along to identify and overcome all the things that stop you from getting on with your university work.
How to present like a professional
When: Tuesday, 13th February – 2.00pm-3.00pm in John Dalton
Get top tips on how to prepare and structure a professional presentation, deal with any nerves and impress your audience. Don’t miss out, book today.
Going beyond Google: finding academic information for your assignments
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 10.00am-11.00am in the Business School
This hands-on workshop will help you to get straight to the quality academic research that you need for your assignments, without having to sift through lots of Google search pages.
Colombian Ambassador to Deliver Peace Process Lecture
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 10.45am-11.45am in the Business School
Head down to this interesting guest lecture to learn about Colombia’s recent landmark peace deal and how it will shape their future.
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 12.30pm-2.30pm in The Union
In this practical session you’ll be taught how to carry out checks and repairs on your bike, keeping you safe whilst saving you time and money.
When: Friday, 16th February – 12.00pm-2.00pm at Brooks
Get involved to test your knowledge with this fun game, find out how you can ‘recycle right’ and even pick up a free sustainability-themed gift!
When: Friday, 16th February – 2.00pm-3.45pm in the Business School
This groundbreaking documentary exposes the collusion and corruption in government and big businesses that is costing us trillions in health care and keeping us sick – don’t miss out.
Sports Development Session – Team Cohesion and Communication
When: Friday, 16th February – 2.00pm-4.00pm at The Union
Part of a sports club or interested in having a career in sports management? Come along to this development session and get practice advice from experts in the field!
Cheshire
Did you know that students can get free tickets for upcoming shows at the Axis Arts Centre? Find out more here.
Endnote Online: taking the pain out of organising your references
When: Tuesday, 13th February – 11.00am-12.00pm in the Library Seminar Room
Find out how Endnote can help you with your academic studies in this useful workshop.
When: Tuesday, 13th February – 7.30pm onwards at the Axis Arts Centre
Come along and enjoy a performance that marries straight talking dance with story-telling, anecdotes and a little bit of magic.
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 10.00am-12.00pm in Seeley
Need some help with SPSS, Excel and Data Analysis in a supportive environment? Then this is the workshop for you.
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 11am-12pm in the Exercise and Sport Science building
Take a break to rejuvenate your spirit with this yoga session for all abilities.
Skills+ Wellbeing workshop: creative making activities with clay
When: Wednesday, 14th February – 12.00pm-2.00pm in Seeley
Join likeminded students and staff and immerse yourself in this creative making session.
When: Friday, 16th February – 8.00pm onwards in the Student Zone
Get the weekend started and show off your vocal talents at this much-loved night.
Get in touch
Are you a student hosting an event on the Manchester or Cheshire campus? We want to hear from you! Please contact us via studentcomms@mmu.ac.uk
