IN THIS ISSUE
Introduction:
Vote!:
PG Spotlight: Give it a Go
Deadlines/Opportunities
Events
News
Introduction:
Hi all!
Welcome to another action packed PGA Bulletin!
It's a busy time in UCL Union at the moment (which is partly why you are receiving the March bulletin a little early) and your experience has never been more valued! Practically all the Union is doing at the moment is trying to gather your views. There are UCL Union elections going on at the moment, and every candidate needs your vote! Make sure you have a look, maybe ask a question or two, and definitely vote.
We're also running our Annual Membership Survey which will reward you with real output and potentially prizes! Look out for people walking around with mobile surveys as well as they offer free drinks!
And lastly, but going against common practice most importantly, there is the huge matter of the Union Annual General Meeting! 3pm, February 27th, Bloomsbury Theatre - come down and debate the future of the Union! Large changes are afoot and your voice can sway a room. Make a difference!
As always, if you wish to submit your own events, news or advertisements for housing, etc please send an email to d.hawk@ucl.ac.uk and remember to include important information like dates, times and contact details.
Until next time!
Billy Street
Medical and Postgraduate Students' Officer
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Elected officers make very important decisions about the Union which affect all students, including postgraduates. For example, the Medical and Postgraduate Students’ Officer this year has worked to extend the graduate common room opening hours and create more workshops and social events for postgraduates.
Your vote will give you the opportunity to elect someone to take forward issues that matter to you. Do you think the union could do more for postgraduates? Are you an international student who thinks that the Union could better serve you? Be heard and elect the candidates that you feel can confidently take on important issues.
The role of the MPS officer, which is particularly relevant to postgraduates, is a contested position in the upcoming election. Read the manifestos of two current postgraduates running for the MPS position here:
Oscar Nobi: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/sabbatical-officers/mpso/oscar-nobi/oscar-nobi-manifesto.pdf
Shawn Williams: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/sabbatical-officers/mpso/shawn-sherwin-williams/shawn-williams-manifesto.pdf
Online voting for the Spring UCL Union elections begins on Friday 27 February and lasts until Thursday 5 March. You can cast your vote here beginning Friday: www.uclu.org
Read about other candidates, including the other sabbaticals and interest group officers such as the international officer and students with disabilities officer here: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/index.php
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26 February: An Introduction to Wine Tasting.
Enjoy tasting a variety of red and white classics. Learn about the basic differences in wine in a fun and informative session, hosted by a wine expert. Includes a free glass of champagne to start.
6-8pm, Wilkins Terrace Restaurant, £7
10 March: PhD Workshop.
An interactive session hosted by UCL Honorary Senior Research Fellow, Dr Peter Bentley. Dr Bentley is author of the book for doctoral candidates entitled, 'The PhD Application Handbook'. The workshop will include several elements: How to apply; How to judge your supervisor; What is a PhD; Trouble Survival Guide
12-1pm, Wilkins Haldane Room, Free. Must RSVP to d.hawk@ucl.ac.uk
17 March: Theatre Trip to Avenue Q.
Enjoy a hilarious nigh-out at the Noel Coward Theatre. Tickets are only £17.50 for seats in the stalls!
There are still limited tickets available. We are happy to announce that you are now able to book tickets for non-UCL friends and family. Book quickly from the CSC reception (2nd flr, Union Bloomsbury Bldg) while tickets last.
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This questionnaire is designed for postgraduate students enrolled on full and part-time courses at UCL.
You can win a £50 Top shop voucher or a Nintendo Wii just for filling it out. Plus, it is your opportunity to give feedback to the Union. You have until the 28th of Feb to complete the survey
http://snaponline.snapsurveys.com/siam/surveylanding/interviewer.asp?sid=513ECB3B2DD91E8FAE8CA13CC6E24A12525C458E57A0
Call for submissions
The editors of UCL’s academic review, Opticon1826, are now inviting
submissions for publication in the 2009 Spring Issue, out on 30 APRIL
2009.
Contributions are welcome from all faculties, on any subject, and in a
variety of formats, including articles, reviews, creative work, as well as
responses to previously published material. All members of UCL, be they
undergraduates, postgraduates or staff, can contribute.
The journal’s online ‘Contributors’ section includes information on
general submission guidelines, style guide, review process and copyright
policy. For any faculty-specific questions, please contact your Faculty
Editor. Please note that any submissions which are not formatted according
to the Opticon1826 Style Guide will be returned to the author for
amendment before being put through our review and publication process.
For general questions or comments, please visit the Opticon website,
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/opticon1826/currentissue, or contact the
Editor-in-Chief at opticon1826@ucl.ac.uk
Research students in need of funding?
The University of London offers research grants for postgraduate research students. More information can be found here, including the application pack
http://www.london.ac.uk/crf.html
The deadline is 13 March 2009 for the summer term grants.
Student Web Developer Needed-
UCL Advances is seeking a student to develop an interactive web interface serving a series of interactive maps allowing users to search Enterprise options within UCL. This post would suit a Computer Science student with experience of developing html and Flash web pages and who would like the opportunity to develop their expertise working on an interesting development project within UCL.
If you are interested in this position please email advances@ucl.ac.ukwith your CV by 16 March 2009
Are you interested in Energy?
Enter to win an exciting trip. This contest would suit engineering, science and business students interested in energy.
http://www.bp.com/sectiongenericarticle.do?categoryId=9027571&contentId=7050297
The deadline for this competition is 27 March 2009.
Postgraduate Study/Funding and Careers Forums:
The UCL Careers Service hosts a variety of events for postgraduates and international students. There are upcoming forums for students studying Arts, Languages and Museums. Please see the website for more information.
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/careers/events/
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26 Feb, 6-8pm
PGA/ GIAG Introduction to Wine Tasting
Wilkins Terrace Restaurant
£7
27 Feb- 5 March
UCLU Elections
Online Voting from home or from various stands around campus
Free
27 Feb 3-5pm
Annual General Meeting
Registration opens at 2:30. First 250 attendees get a free drinks voucher.
Vote on important issues!
Bloomsbury Theatre
3 March, 7:30pm
Wall-E
Bloomsbury Theatre
£3
3 March, 7-9pm
GIAG: Art Workshop
Join UCLU fashion society Modo and UCLU Art Society for a hands on art workshop and experiment with different mediums.
Free
6 March, 7pm
Paperframe, a UCLU Drama Society presentation.
UCLU Garage Theatre
£3
7 March, 10:45am
GIAG: Tour of Wembley Stadium
Meet outside of Wembley Central Station to tour one of the country’s greatest sports and entertainment venue
£8
10 March, 12-1pm
Wilkins Haldane Room
Dr Peter Bentley will discuss the application process, judging your supervisor, and a trouble survival guide! Followed by a drinks reception
Free
10 March, 1-2pm
Exam Preparation
Come along to this informative Rights and Advice talks
Wilkins JBR
Free
17 March
GIAG: Avenue Q Theatre Trip, 7:30pm
Hosted by the Postgraduate Association. Avenue Q is the fantastic West End musical based in the gritty streets of New York.
Meet outside Noel Coward Theatre
£17.50 (seats in the stalls)
19 March
Panel discussion on Violence Against Women, 7pm
Come and hear representatives from Amnesty International, The Poppy Project and The Helen Bamber Foundation talk about what needs to be done to Stop Violence Against Women here in the UK
Gavin de Beer Lecture theatre
Free
23 March
GIAG: Make Up Class5-7pm
Come explore and create with the UCLU Modo Fashion Society and learn the art of makeup. We’ll take you through how to create that glowing daytime complexion all the way to some extravagant night time glamour!
Conference Room
£3
As always, UCL Events can be found here: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/events/
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http://www.independent.co.uk/student/postgraduate/postgraduate-study/ucl-overseas-fellows-we-cant-lose-manuela-1606824.html
PhD Funding Advice
http://www.independent.co.uk/student/postgraduate/postgraduate-study/postgrad-queries-im-desperate-ndash-how-can-i-fund-my-phd-in-stem-cell-research-1606827.html
Increase in University Applications
http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=405432&c=1
Physicists fear the Science and Technologies Facilities Council proposal
http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=405439&c=1
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Introduction:
Vote!:
PG Spotlight: Give it a Go
Deadlines/Opportunities
Events
News
Introduction:
Hi all!
Welcome to another action packed PGA Bulletin!
It's a busy time in UCL Union at the moment (which is partly why you are receiving the March bulletin a little early) and your experience has never been more valued! Practically all the Union is doing at the moment is trying to gather your views. There are UCL Union elections going on at the moment, and every candidate needs your vote! Make sure you have a look, maybe ask a question or two, and definitely vote.
We're also running our Annual Membership Survey which will reward you with real output and potentially prizes! Look out for people walking around with mobile surveys as well as they offer free drinks!
And lastly, but going against common practice most importantly, there is the huge matter of the Union Annual General Meeting! 3pm, February 27th, Bloomsbury Theatre - come down and debate the future of the Union! Large changes are afoot and your voice can sway a room. Make a difference!
As always, if you wish to submit your own events, news or advertisements for housing, etc please send an email to d.hawk@ucl.ac.uk and remember to include important information like dates, times and contact details.
Until next time!
Billy Street
Medical and Postgraduate Students' Officer
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Exercise your democratic right: VOTE
Should postgraduates vote in UCL Union elections? If you are a Masters student you may be asking yourself this. Having only been at UCL for a year and graduating before the newly elected officers take their position, you may indeed question why vote?Elected officers make very important decisions about the Union which affect all students, including postgraduates. For example, the Medical and Postgraduate Students’ Officer this year has worked to extend the graduate common room opening hours and create more workshops and social events for postgraduates.
Your vote will give you the opportunity to elect someone to take forward issues that matter to you. Do you think the union could do more for postgraduates? Are you an international student who thinks that the Union could better serve you? Be heard and elect the candidates that you feel can confidently take on important issues.
The role of the MPS officer, which is particularly relevant to postgraduates, is a contested position in the upcoming election. Read the manifestos of two current postgraduates running for the MPS position here:
Oscar Nobi: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/sabbatical-officers/mpso/oscar-nobi/oscar-nobi-manifesto.pdf
Shawn Williams: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/sabbatical-officers/mpso/shawn-sherwin-williams/shawn-williams-manifesto.pdf
Online voting for the Spring UCL Union elections begins on Friday 27 February and lasts until Thursday 5 March. You can cast your vote here beginning Friday: www.uclu.org
Read about other candidates, including the other sabbaticals and interest group officers such as the international officer and students with disabilities officer here: http://www.uclunion.org/get-involved/elections/uclu-elections-spring-2009/index.php
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PG Spotlight: PGA Give-it-a-go!
The Postgraduate Association has teamed with Give it A Go to bring you the following events:26 February: An Introduction to Wine Tasting.
Enjoy tasting a variety of red and white classics. Learn about the basic differences in wine in a fun and informative session, hosted by a wine expert. Includes a free glass of champagne to start.
6-8pm, Wilkins Terrace Restaurant, £7
10 March: PhD Workshop.
An interactive session hosted by UCL Honorary Senior Research Fellow, Dr Peter Bentley. Dr Bentley is author of the book for doctoral candidates entitled, 'The PhD Application Handbook'. The workshop will include several elements: How to apply; How to judge your supervisor; What is a PhD; Trouble Survival Guide
12-1pm, Wilkins Haldane Room, Free. Must RSVP to d.hawk@ucl.ac.uk
17 March: Theatre Trip to Avenue Q.
Enjoy a hilarious nigh-out at the Noel Coward Theatre. Tickets are only £17.50 for seats in the stalls!
There are still limited tickets available. We are happy to announce that you are now able to book tickets for non-UCL friends and family. Book quickly from the CSC reception (2nd flr, Union Bloomsbury Bldg) while tickets last.
Back to top
Deadlines/Opportunities:
Last chance to win a Wii and/or vouchersThis questionnaire is designed for postgraduate students enrolled on full and part-time courses at UCL.
You can win a £50 Top shop voucher or a Nintendo Wii just for filling it out. Plus, it is your opportunity to give feedback to the Union. You have until the 28th of Feb to complete the survey
http://snaponline.snapsurveys.com/siam/surveylanding/interviewer.asp?sid=513ECB3B2DD91E8FAE8CA13CC6E24A12525C458E57A0
Call for submissions
The editors of UCL’s academic review, Opticon1826, are now inviting
submissions for publication in the 2009 Spring Issue, out on 30 APRIL
2009.
Contributions are welcome from all faculties, on any subject, and in a
variety of formats, including articles, reviews, creative work, as well as
responses to previously published material. All members of UCL, be they
undergraduates, postgraduates or staff, can contribute.
The journal’s online ‘Contributors’ section includes information on
general submission guidelines, style guide, review process and copyright
policy. For any faculty-specific questions, please contact your Faculty
Editor. Please note that any submissions which are not formatted according
to the Opticon1826 Style Guide will be returned to the author for
amendment before being put through our review and publication process.
For general questions or comments, please visit the Opticon website,
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/opticon1826/currentissue, or contact the
Editor-in-Chief at opticon1826@ucl.ac.uk
Research students in need of funding?
The University of London offers research grants for postgraduate research students. More information can be found here, including the application pack
http://www.london.ac.uk/crf.html
The deadline is 13 March 2009 for the summer term grants.
Student Web Developer Needed-
UCL Advances is seeking a student to develop an interactive web interface serving a series of interactive maps allowing users to search Enterprise options within UCL. This post would suit a Computer Science student with experience of developing html and Flash web pages and who would like the opportunity to develop their expertise working on an interesting development project within UCL.
If you are interested in this position please email advances@ucl.ac.ukwith your CV by 16 March 2009
Are you interested in Energy?
Enter to win an exciting trip. This contest would suit engineering, science and business students interested in energy.
http://www.bp.com/sectiongenericarticle.do?categoryId=9027571&contentId=7050297
The deadline for this competition is 27 March 2009.
Postgraduate Study/Funding and Careers Forums:
The UCL Careers Service hosts a variety of events for postgraduates and international students. There are upcoming forums for students studying Arts, Languages and Museums. Please see the website for more information.
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/careers/events/
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Events:
(Remember GIAG activities must be booked in advance at the Clubs and Societies Centre Reception)26 Feb, 6-8pm
PGA/ GIAG Introduction to Wine Tasting
Wilkins Terrace Restaurant
£7
27 Feb- 5 March
UCLU Elections
Online Voting from home or from various stands around campus
Free
27 Feb 3-5pm
Annual General Meeting
Registration opens at 2:30. First 250 attendees get a free drinks voucher.
Vote on important issues!
Bloomsbury Theatre
3 March, 7:30pm
Wall-E
Bloomsbury Theatre
£3
3 March, 7-9pm
GIAG: Art Workshop
Join UCLU fashion society Modo and UCLU Art Society for a hands on art workshop and experiment with different mediums.
Free
6 March, 7pm
Paperframe, a UCLU Drama Society presentation.
UCLU Garage Theatre
£3
7 March, 10:45am
GIAG: Tour of Wembley Stadium
Meet outside of Wembley Central Station to tour one of the country’s greatest sports and entertainment venue
£8
10 March, 12-1pm
Wilkins Haldane Room
Dr Peter Bentley will discuss the application process, judging your supervisor, and a trouble survival guide! Followed by a drinks reception
Free
10 March, 1-2pm
Exam Preparation
Come along to this informative Rights and Advice talks
Wilkins JBR
Free
17 March
GIAG: Avenue Q Theatre Trip, 7:30pm
Hosted by the Postgraduate Association. Avenue Q is the fantastic West End musical based in the gritty streets of New York.
Meet outside Noel Coward Theatre
£17.50 (seats in the stalls)
19 March
Panel discussion on Violence Against Women, 7pm
Come and hear representatives from Amnesty International, The Poppy Project and The Helen Bamber Foundation talk about what needs to be done to Stop Violence Against Women here in the UK
Gavin de Beer Lecture theatre
Free
23 March
GIAG: Make Up Class5-7pm
Come explore and create with the UCLU Modo Fashion Society and learn the art of makeup. We’ll take you through how to create that glowing daytime complexion all the way to some extravagant night time glamour!
Conference Room
£3
As always, UCL Events can be found here: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/events/
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News:
UCL prepares to replace the phasing out of ORSAShttp://www.independent.co.uk/student/postgraduate/postgraduate-study/ucl-overseas-fellows-we-cant-lose-manuela-1606824.html
PhD Funding Advice
http://www.independent.co.uk/student/postgraduate/postgraduate-study/postgrad-queries-im-desperate-ndash-how-can-i-fund-my-phd-in-stem-cell-research-1606827.html
Increase in University Applications
http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=405432&c=1
Physicists fear the Science and Technologies Facilities Council proposal
http://www.timeshighereducation.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=26&storycode=405439&c=1
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