The Listening Post is a new remote peer support for Marjon students. Student volunteers will be there to chat on MS Teams, either one-to-one or in groups, and to offer signposting to other support when people want it. Joe tells us more...
With A-level results out soon we’re offering virtual open day events all week. You can choose from four online talks: Guided campus tour Money matters ⚽ Sport at Marjon Life on campus (accommodation, clubs, societies and things to do in Plymouth)
I’ve been feeling pretty good. Not much has changed for me. My Speech and Language Therapy course is continuing as normal, we have lectures, seminars and exams coming up. I try not to think too much about Covid and what I can’t do, instead I try
It’s been a tough week with the new national lockdown. It’s okay not to be okay. If you’re worried about your academic work, your mental health or anything else please remember that help is on hand. To access this support please contact
It’s been an unusual term. We might not be able to see it out together in person but you can join lots of familiar faces at our first Virtual Carol Service. We are #MarjonTogether, so please join us in celebrating Christmas in song with Marjon
On Friday, May 15 sports journalism student, Mike Parrish, released a three-part documentary series covering local football team, Plymouth Parkway FC. ‘Round Our Way’ delves deep into the trials, tribulations and successes of manager Lee Hobbs
Postgraduate student, Jodie Ayrton, has been inspired by the Marjon Teacher Education Partnership mental health and wellbeing conference. She has taken action to raise money for children’s charity, Place2Be. What a lovely gesture To support her
Are you considering postgraduate study? Find out what to expect, learn about courses, fees and funding at our postgraduate study online talk at 5pm TODAY. Sign up here and we'll send you a joining link
We are now recruiting a Graduate in our Student Recruitment and Outreach team. You’ll be part of an award winning department and play a key role in supporting future students during their journey to Marjon. The role is available to Marjon students
Lockdown has changed things a lot. I looked forward to going into university, for labs and teaching one and a half days each week, but now I’m learning at home. I miss the social side of university life and I miss seeing family and friends,
️ The Listening Post is a student led Marjon support network, where students can talk to students. Below, the team have answered what you can expect from the service. To book a chat, log in to Learning Space.
#WeAreMarjon “Last year, in the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, I was deeply saddened and outraged by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery amongst the many others who had suffered disruption to peace due to systemic
Dear fellow Marjon students, Mental health awareness has taken great strides in the past decade, but there is still a long way to go. Talking about mental health is still stigmatized, with research finding that men are less likely to talk about it
I’m happy Semester B has started to get me back into a university routine. I’ve missed it. I’m currently living in my student accommodation in Plymouth. This time around it feels different being in the house. I’m not the type of person to
Dear students and staff, You may have seen or heard stories in the media about Government plans for students at Christmas. The potential plan would be to deliver Covid-tests for students on University campuses (on a voluntary basis) and then allow
Plymouth Marjon University is excited to announce a new international partnership with the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) The relationship intends to provide exchange opportunities to Australia for staff and students in the academic
We’ve got 11 amazing shows to liven up your lockdown nights. Watch online performances starring our final year The Actor's Wheel students from Monday 8 to Friday 12 March. Book your FREE tickets now!
Today we welcome our new Marjon Student Union team, President Lauren Edwards and Deputy President Joe Lynch Stepping into the role during an unusual time, Lauren said: “I aim to make the SU a helping hand every Marjon student can and wants to
Secure your place for September 2020. Whether you're just getting started on your application or looking to join us via Clearing, we can help https://www.marjon.ac.uk/top-university/
Good luck to graduate David Stirzakeris, a finalist for a Silver Award in the prestigious The Pearson National Teaching Awards, dubbed the 'education Oscars'. David is nominated in the Teacher of the Year in a Primary School category. The silver
⚽ Today Marjon Men’s Football Club celebrated the return of organised sport with a fundraising match. Two teams were led by Cam Turner and Dan Maller, pictured here with organiser Josh Varley. Cam’s team won 7-2. The match has already raised
Careers in health Online careers event from 6.30 - 8pm on 27 April This online event will introduce prospective students to a broad range of study and career opportunities available within the health professions. The event includes talks about the
Our Clearing hotline is open until 7pm tonight. We open again from 9am to 5pm tomorrow (Friday). Call us on 0800 015 2534 ☎️ If you are a new Marjon student, or are considering applying to start with us in September, we invite you to book on to
Congratulations to The Actor's Wheel Class of 2020 student, Ed Larkin, who featured in last Thursday’s episode of BBC Doctors! Following his appearance on the popular daytime show, Ed said: “I feel so lucky to be on TV so quickly since
Today is Time to Talk day! Student Support and Wellbeing are offering a two hour drop-in session for students between 12pm and 2pm. Open to all Marjon students, it’s an opportunity to chat about mental health. To join in:
Are you coming to Marjon in September 2020? Get your campus bearings with this guide from our Resident Life Co-ordinators, Matt and Sophie Or for those who haven't visited Marjon for a while, here’s a reminder ❤️
Congratulations to everyone confirming places at Marjon today. We can’t wait to welcome you! If you’re yet to see campus you can take a tour either today or tomorrow, choose from two options: Online tour – https://bit.ly/2E0lF8O Real world
We are recruiting for a graduate role within our Library team. As a Systems Analyst (Intern) you will support the department in delivering new system developments. This will include running the new library management system, alongside the Computing
We’re delighted to welcome two new members to the Marjon teaching team. BBC’s Match of the Day commentator, John Roder and leading environmental journalist, Anna Turns will be lecturing from September on our Journalism courses.
Have you noticed the increasing use of personal pronouns such as he/him, she/her, they/them or ze/zir in email signatures and social media bios? Sharing your pronouns helps normalise discussions about gender, especially for trans and non-binary
Plymouth Marjon University is pleased to announce that four of our sport and health courses are now endorsed by CIMSPA CIMSPA are the professional development body in the sport and physical activity sector and the partnership provides our students
- Most courses can be taught online only until mid-February at least - Rent will be credited to accounts for students prevented by lockdown from living in on-campus accommodation - Further guidance on travel expected today As you know, we are now in
We have a new study space on campus! The Gallery is situated next to the Library (previously the Copy Shop) and is available 24/7. Currently open for 20 people to use at once, it’s a great space to collaborate on group work, with monitors
“In the summer of 2017 and at 26 years old, I was working for a roofing company. I was football coaching on the side and one day it hit me. If I wanted a full-time job in the football industry, I either needed to be an ex professional footballer,
#WeAreMarjon “Pride is so deep and upsetting when you think of some of the things that have happened, but we are privileged to be where we are now. To me, Pride is not just a party, it is what it is because of the community’s struggle. We
Dear students with belongings on campus, Today the Department for Education released a statement saying it is now permissible for students to travel to collect belongings, but only if you adhere to university guidelines and booking procedures to