The new Sports Centre exercise and gym class timetable starts on Monday 16th January.

Classes are included in gym memberships or you can pay as you go.

Contact the Sports Centre on 01522 886688 or email sportscentre@lincoln.ac.uk for more information or to book your place.

Have you ever fancied studying or working overseas?  Slightly curious about what it’s like to live in another country.  Heard about Erasmus or Study Abroad but don’t know what it’s all about?

The University of Lincoln has a number of opportunities for students to work or study in another country.  We have  a growing list of partner universities across the world where students (subject to participating programmes), can spend either one or two semesters studying at another university, either studying on credit bearing modules towards their Lincoln degree, or studying related subjects as part of an optional study year abroad.

For students wishing to study in Europe, we have a number of partners, many of whom teach in English, who are part of the Erasmus+ programme. This is an EU funded scheme which provides students with funding to help with living costs whilst in country. More information on Erasmus+ can be found at https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/erasmus or by emailing erasmus@lincoln.ac.uk to find out more specific information.

There are also opportunities for students to study abroad further afield such as in the USA, Canada, Mexico or Japan, depending on your course of study.  Because the study takes place at a partner university, tuition fees are waivered.  Whilst this option is not funded, additional financial support and travel grants can be obtained via your student loan company.  For further information email studyabroad@lincoln.ac.uk

If the thought of a whole semester or even a year abroad is perhaps just a little too daunting, then why not consider a short term overseas opportunity such as a 2-3 week summer school.  The international mobility office within the University’s international office regularly receives details of summer schools at our overseas partners, so email either erasmus@lincoln.ac.uk or studyabroad@lincoln.ac.uk to more information or to register your interest.

There are other short term study and volunteering opportunities which are promoted via the British Council, which is the National Agency for Erasmus+.  Below is a selection of current opportunities:

Study in Brazil – opportunities ranging from one week study placements https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/study-in-brazil

Study China – 3 week programme

Students in England and Northern Ireland…you could spend Easter 2017 on a funded study trip to China.  Taking part gives you the chance to learn the language, interact with Chinese students, academic staff, local families and businesses. Deadline is 5 February 2017 https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/study-abroad/study-china-easter

Volunteer in Ukraine – spend 3 or 5 weeks next summer volunteering to help Ukrainian children learn English with GoCamps, which is a new wave of English summer camps for children.  During the camp, children take part in activities and interact with foreign volunteers to build their English language skills and have fun.  Applications close 31 January https://www.britishcouncil.org/study-work-create/opportunity/work-volunteer/go-camps-ukraine

Another great short term opportunity which combines adventure and sustainable volunteering projects is that offered by Challenges Abroad which offers amazing opportunities to further your life skills and create incredible experiences, all while helping disadvantaged communities around the world.  Check their website to see how you can get involved http://www.challengesabroad.co.uk/ and for University of Lincoln Media students, there may still be places for their trip to Peru next summer on their Teach Media Literacy Challenge.  For more information email emma@challengesabroad.co.uk

One further invaluable website is that of Global Graduates which gives very helpful tips and advice on studying and working abroad https://globalgraduates.com/

The University CycLin scheme has a dozen retired bicycles available to staff and students in return for a donation to the University Student Hardship Fund. 

The scheme, which provides staff and students with the opportunity to hire bicycles from the Sports Centre in conjunction with Halfords, has already replaced these bikes and is looking to find good homes for the old stock. The bikes are in good working order, have been fully serviced, and are in a reasonable condition (bikes can be viewed prior to bidding).

Staff and students are invited to take part in a silent auction style process, giving everyone the opportunity to view the bikes and bid the amount they feel is appropriate. Each bike will be awarded to the highest bidder.

Money raised from the auction will go to the University and be ring-fenced for use by the Hardship Fund, a pot of money that helps students who are struggling financially during their time at Lincoln.

If you would like one of the retired bikes, you will need to follow these steps:

1. View the bikes.

Bicycles will be displayed in the cycle storage hut outside the Sports Centre between Thursday 15th December and Thursday 22nd December. Each cycle will be numbered so you can choose which one you prefer and bid on the right one (or two, or three…). If you wish to test a cycle please ask at the Sports Centre desk. Note that bikes are “as seen” and do not come with any warranty.

2. Make your bid.

Each bike will be “won” by the highest bidder. Bids can be left for a specific cycle or for any number of cycles at the Sports Centre reception (place your bid in a sealed envelope along with your University contact details) or by email to sportscentre@lincoln.ac.uk (subject: “CycLin auction”). Bids will be accepted until midnight on Thursday 22nd December.

3. Enjoy your break!

Each of the highest bidders will be contacted when the University reopens in the New Year to make arrangements for you to make your donation and collect your bike at a suitable time.

Please note that by bidding on a bike you are agreeing to donate that amount to the University should you be the highest bidder. Donations must be made prior to collecting your bicycle, and instructions on how to do this will be given to successful bidders in the New Year.

Find out more about facilities for cyclists at the University of Lincoln, including the CycLin scheme, on the Estates website: http://estates.lincoln.ac.uk/services/travel-and-transport/cycling/

Terms & Conditions

• The organiser is the University of Lincoln.
• Bids must be clearly labelled with the bidders name, telephone number and e-mail address.
• Closing date for entry will be midnight on the 22nd December 2016. After this date no further bids will be permitted.
• Highest bidders will be notified by the University.
• In the event of a confirmation from the highest bidder that they wish to decline the offer the cycle will be offered to the next highest bidder.
• In the event of more than one high bid of the same value a winning bid will be randomly chosen.
• Entry of a bid will be deemed as acceptance of these terms and conditions.

A former Journalism student from the University of Lincoln has scooped a top accolade at the 2016 Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) Student Journalism Awards.

Will Longman (21), who graduated from Lincoln’s BA (Hons) Journalism degree this September, won the Best TV News Item award for his piece on the use of drones.

He was closely followed by friend and fellow former student, Angeline McCall, who was named runner-up in the same category for her news item, ‘Taser’.

Both items featured on LSJ News’ Daily Bulletin, an online TV programme created by Journalism students at the University, while the pair were studying at Lincoln.

The awards, which celebrate excellence in the training of future journalists, were announced at a ceremony hosted at ITV London Southbank last month where nominees were joined by industry leaders from Sky News, ITN, ITV and the BBC.

This year’s judges were faced with a difficult task, whittling down a record number of entries, all submitted by students studying on BJTC accredited industry-backed courses in the UK, to just nine winners.

Since graduating, Will has secured a role as Editorial Assistant at the theatre website ‘WhatsOnStage.’

He said: “It was such a surprise to win the award and an honour to be recognised by an organisation that really knows what it’s talking about and represents the best of the broadcast industry.

“My time at the University of Lincoln really prepared me for life as a journalist. While the academic side helped me understand the industry, it was the practical elements of the course where I really learnt my trade and volunteering for LSJ TV was great hands-on experience.

“I met some great contacts at the BJTC awards and I’ve already been invited to ITV’s studio to see how it produces its evening news programme. I’d love to work in television in the future and this award has given me that extra push to make it happen.”

Will’s news item, ‘Drones’, and the full list of winners and runners-up can be found on the BJTC’s website at http://www.bjtc.org.uk/bjtc-awards-2016.

The Carspring IMI Female Automotive scholarship is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate female students who aspire to work in the automotive industry. This can be in any part of the automotive industry from Engineering to Marketing. There is no particular subject requirement.

The scholarship has been designed by Carspring in conjunction with the Institute of the Motor Industry to address the gender imbalance within the industry. In addition to a financial reward, the winners will also be given a minimum of 2 weeks’ work experience in Carspring’s London or Berlin office.

For more information about the Carspring IMI Female Automotive Scholarship: https://www.carspring.co.uk/scholarship

Eligibility: 

• Open to female students or apprentices with a clear, unbridled passion for cars;
• A demonstrable interest in working in the automotive sector;
• 5A* – C grades at GCSE
• A confirmed place at a UK university or college

How to apply:

You should apply with a CV, including two references. You are also required to include a covering letter of no more than one page of A4. This must demonstrate evidence of your greatest achievements to-date, your interest in pursuing a career in the automotive industry and summarise any existing sponsorships you may already have.

Submit a 500-1000 word briefing document, on the subject of ‘The Future of Automotive Retail’.

Submitting Details:

The candidates can submit their application to support@carspring.co.uk, with the subject line ‘Scholarship Application: Your Name’.

Award Amount:

The value of the scholarship is £1,000 for winning candidates. Winners will also be given a minimum of 2 weeks’ work experience in Carspring’s London or Berlin office.

Number of Awards available:

2 per year

Application Deadline:

There are two application rounds for this scholarship with the following deadlines:

Round 1 – 31/12/2016

Round 2 – 31/08/2017

For more information about the Carspring IMI Female Automotive Scholarship: https://www.carspring.co.uk/scholarship   

Please note this is an externally run scholarship not affiliated with the University of Lincoln. We are promoting it here as you may wish to make an application. If you need further advice on how to apply, please refer to the link above.

Sponsored by Xero, providers of online accounting software, this scholarship has been established in recognition of the contribution that start-ups and small businesses make to the UK economy. Open to UK students, both undergraduates and postgraduates, the scholarship is worth £2,000 towards a business related degree and is designed to help a student along the road to success on their entrepreneurial journey.

For more information on the Xero Entrepreneur Scholarship: https://www.xero.com/uk/offer/scholarship/

Eligibility:

• Must be UK resident.
• Must be currently enrolled full time at a recognised UK university.
• Open to undergraduates and postgraduates.

How to apply:

To apply for the scholarship, the candidates must submit:

• Either an essay (500-­700 words) or a 2 minute video on how the scholarship could help them work toward or develop their entrepreneurial idea
• Proof of academic achievement (ABB grade or above in A Levels or equivalent alternative qualification).
• One letter of recommendation.

Submitting Details:

The candidates can submit their application to submissionsUK@xero.com

Award Amount:

One award of £2,000 scholarship amount will be given to the winning candidate.
The winning candidate will also receive the offer of mentoring sessions, a free subscription to Xero for 12 months and financial management skills coaching with Xero senior business leaders.

Application Deadline:

To be considered for scholarship, the candidates must submit application packet on or before 30th June 2017.

For more information on the Xero Entrepreneur Scholarship: https://www.xero.com/uk/offer/scholarship/

Please note this is an externally run scholarship not affiliated with the University of Lincoln. We are promoting it here as you may wish to make an application. If you need further advice on how to apply, please refer to the link above.

Are you taking part in the Santa Fun Run on Sunday? 

Email internalcommunications@lincoln.ac.uk to let us know and we’ll make sure you get a mention when you cross the finish line!

Places are nearly sold out for this year’s Lincoln Santa Fun Run, but as headline sponsor for the event the University has secured 100 places for staff and students who want to join in on Sunday 11th December.

The 3.5km fun run (or walk) is set around the historic Bailgate area of Lincoln. Participants dressed in their Santa suits set off at approximately 11.30am from Union Road and two laps of the course later will finish at Castle Square to be awarded their bespoke medals. The fun run costs £10 to enter, which you pay when you book your place online and also includes your Santa suit (which you get to keep!).

You can take part just for fun or use it to raise money for your favourite local charity. If you are fundraising through the Santa Run this year, or through any other event and would like to consider donating to the University of Lincoln, we are raising money to help create opportunities for the next generation please visit our Just Giving page – https://www.justgiving.com/universityoflincoln

For more information about this year’s event and to book your place visit http://www.lincolnsantafunrun.co.uk/. Please include “University of Lincoln” as your company on the booking form to make sure you are securing one of our places.