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Approved Minutes BoG 19.11.2020 M2 1. BOARD OF GOVERNORS 2020/21 M2 19 November 2020, 10.00-13.00. Virtual Meeting, Microsoft Teams. Approved Minutes. 1. Welcome, Apologies & Declaration of Conflicts of Interests 1.1 The Chair, Graham Raikes,
How much can we learn about #inclusion from a talking potato? Quite a lot actually... Read this and be part of making #TeamMarjon even more inclusive. #AccessibilityMatters https://t.co/sNnEhf4eh4
I’m happy that I was able to return to Marjon. It has put my mind at ease in regards to being productive and getting the work done. I have a lot more variety of places to go for a walk. We’re lucky to have so much green space around Marjon. I
Whether you’re a student past or present, or staff, you know how it feels to be part of the Marjon community. This week, you can send a virtual Marjon hug to the people who make Marjon special for you. Why not send one to a friend, or as a thank
Following a successful application, we’ve received a £50,000 grant to enhance our Speech and Language Therapy Clinic! The funding will provide vital placement hours for @sltmarjon students For the full story: https://t.co/YWYb6lqNKh
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:
We're looking for Yr 12 students to take part in research. You don’t have to know anything about Marjon to take part. The research consists of a Zoom session with a £40 Amazon voucher for every student selected to take part. Express your interest
Did you know that Marjon has a Covid University Hardship Fund? Additional funding means that we can support students that have undergone financial strain as a result of the pandemic To apply, email studentfunding@marjon.ac.uk. Applications close on
At Marjon, we believe that Every Mind Matters. Having good mental health helps us relax, achieve our best and enjoy our lives more. Below is a great free resource that could help support any worries you might have. Check it out
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as part of Marjon Sports Federation! As a Student Sport Intern, you will assist in the successful delivery of Marjon’s sport and recreational programmes. Excellent organisational skills are required To
Leading artists wow performance students at Marjon Students met leading industry experts from across the UK at our first virtual performance enrichment week. Find out more:
Performing arts students, Chloe and Cecily, started a theatre group for their dissertation. Since late 2020, Encore Arts has grown in popularity, with 30 children engaging in weekly sessions! They're performing tonight if you fancy a show For more:
Do you enjoy your subject and want to explore it further? Do you want to gain a specific professional qualification or develop your knowledge to stand out in your current role? If so, find out how Marjon can help at our online postgraduate open day,
I study Osteopathic Medicine and we’re lucky enough to be allowed to return to Marjon for onsite learning. A few of our clinical sessions have gone virtual but I’m in the teaching clinic most of the week and we still have patients attending.
Breaking news... Lauren Edwards wins a second term as President of @MarjonSU. Will Mintram is returned as Deputy President. Many congratulations Lauren and Will! https://t.co/l99v44jt9D
My biggest challenge during lockdown is trying to keep motivated. There are good times when I get on with my work and other times when I do not feel motivated. I find chatting to family and friends helps me feel positive; as does exercising,
We’re supporting #UniMentalHealthDay, so we’ve picked out our top student support resources... Marjon’s Student Support and Wellbeing team are just an email away: studentsupport@marjon.ac.uk The Listening Post is Marjon’s student led support
Help others to get the most out of life. Find out about a range of career opportunities available at our free Careers in Health online event at 6.30pm on Tuesday 27 April. ❤️ For more info and to book go to:
Congratulations to Anna Gething, a Speech and Language Therapy graduate, on receiving a prestigious commendation for her outstanding dissertation on stammering. Anna explored the questions that speech and language therapists (SLTs) need to consider
In a new survey by @getintoteaching more than half of respondents agree that: Compared to their current work, teachers have a more rewarding role. If that's how you feel, why not switch to a career where #EveryLessonShapesALife. Find out more https:/
You can now study with Marjon even if you’re on the other side of the world! We recently welcomed new students and returning alumni to our new MA Professional Education Practice. It is delivered 100% online. For info and taster lectures see https:/
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
It's not too late to apply. UCAS has extended the applications deadline by two weeks to 29 January. Find out what it'll be like to study with us https://t.co/Kw7n5leKzYhttps://t.co/5E27pCI264
How can I build confidence? How can I stay motivated? If you’ve asked yourself one of these questions, join us next Friday for our Building Confidence and Motivation live virtual event. We’ll give you our top tips to overcoming these feelings.
It’s HIV Testing Week, an initiative aimed at raising its awareness. Public Health England are encouraging those at potential risk in the South West to get tested. ℹ️ If you feel like you want to get tested, order a free HIV postal test at
The University's annual #theatre festival is on this week. Watch livestreaming shows by final year acting and performance students. ️Get your FREE tickets now: https://t.co/w55drwjvGehttps://t.co/aHOU47MbTp
Betony Brock, #SLT2b with @sltmarjon, reflects on life as a trainee Speech and Language Therapist during the pandemic, including an "amazing" work placement. Read more over on the #TeamMarjon blog... ⚕️ https://t.co/iGF6EPq6jX
We're proud to be supporting the Rural Teaching Partnership. It aims to improve the education of pupils in rural communities and Marjon University Cornwall are advising on the initiative For the full story: https://bit.ly/2PLxhm4
@literatelady Hi, we encourage people to book as that helps us ensure a smooth service but if anyone turns up without an appointment then we do accommodate them, they may just have to wait longer.
⚽ For more information about the Women’s Football Programme please contact Chris Smietanka on csmietanka@marjon.ac.uk or see our website: https://t.co/KkVrIDi0uZ (3/3)
#WeAreMarjon #AutismAwarenessWeek “Before I went to Marjon I wouldn’t have told anyone I was on the autistic spectrum unless it was an absolute necessity but now, I am able to lead seminars, give talks and advocate for autism. The clarity of the
I’m kind of enjoying lockdown to be honest. I’m living on campus and I feel lucky to be back as I have my housemates. We plan lots of activities to keep entertained. We cook together as a house, play games, watch TV together and go for walks to
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