Autumn 2008 - Alumni Mailing

Canterbury Christ Church University Newswire

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General News

Building work begins on the University's state of the art sports centre

Building work has begun on land previously belonging to Barton Court Grammar School to pave the way for Canterbury Christ Church University's new state-of-the-art sports centre. The site is situated on Pilgrims Lane, Canterbury.

Pellikaan Construction is overseeing the development of the £4 million ‘Christ Church Sports Centre’, which will provide brand new sports and recreation facilities for members of the University and Barton Court Grammar School .
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University to attract City workers into teaching during credit crunch

Canterbury Christ Church University is contributing to a national recruitment drive for City workers who are looking for careers in teaching.

Reports suggest that staff working in the financial sector are looking to re-train as teachers because the credit crunch is threatening thousands of jobs. Read more

Graduate wins bronze at Beijing Paralympics

Canterbury Christ Church University graduate, Alastair McKean, has won a bronze medal at the Paralympics in Beijing.

Alastair, a member of the Great Britain crew, finished third in three minutes 38.37 seconds behind Italy (3:33.13) and the USA (3:37.61) in the mixed cox fours final. Read more

Art

Animate, the Birth of Cartoons for British Television - the animated work of Bob Godfrey Studios (Roobarb, Henry’s Cat) and Peter Firmin and Oliver Postgate from Small Films (Ivor the Engine and Bagpuss)

Sidney Cooper Gallery
1 November – 13 December

This exhibition explores the development of British animation for children through the work of Bob Godfrey, and Peter Firmin.

There will be animation workshops and events throughout November, contact the gallery for further details.

Music

Masters’ concert

St Gregory's Centre for Music
Wednesday 5 November – 1pm

Musical masterpieces showcased by Performance postgraduates.

Free

Maggini Quartet

St Gregory's Centre for Music
Friday 21 November – 7.30pm (ticketed)

The University’s resident quartet perform Haydn Opus 20 No 2, Rubbra Piano Trio and Beethoven ‘Archduke’ in Bb.

Tickets £12 (£6 students)

Cantata Christmas concert

St Gregory's Centre for Music
Friday 14 December – 7.30pm (ticketed)

Come celebrate with us and enjoy music, wine and mince pies. Director: Grenville Hancox.

Tickets £10 (students £4)

For full details on all concerts and events visit: www.canterbury.ac.uk/events

A chance to contribute

Be One in a Thousand and a Friend of St Gregory’s

The University has secured planning permission to build the first ever purpose-built music centre in Kent, next to St Gregory’s church, Canterbury.

We are looking for 1,000 supporters to support this venture by becoming Friends of St Gregory’s. Becoming a Friend costs just £25 a year AND the Government will add a further £1 for every £2 you donate – raising the value of your gift to £37.50 (£48.07 if you also gift aid the payment).

Show us you are One in a Thousand by contacting Kate Chesterman, Development Officer, telephone 01227 782995, e-mail: kate.chesterman@canterbury.ac.ukor visit www.canterbury.ac.uk/projects/st-gregorys-project/friends-of-st-gregs.asp for details on how to donate.

Valuable statistics

Did you complete your higher education qualification in 2004/05?

You may recall completing a questionnaire as part of the Higher Education Statistics Agency's (HESA) Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey six months after you finished your studies in 2004/05. You may have seen information from the survey in the media – for example, as part of the University League Tables. The information you provided will also have been used within the institution and by government.

There is now another opportunity for some of you to let us know what you have been doing since you gained your qualification. IFF Research, on behalf of HESA, is conducting a survey (the ‘DLHE Longitudinal Survey’) and they may send you a questionnaire. The questionnaire will ask you to detail your activities since you graduated in 2004/05.

Any information you provide will help in reviewing and promoting courses and giving current students an insight into early career progression, as well as providing input to government policy development and review.

If you are contacted by IFF Research (by email, post or phone), please take time to complete the survey and return it - your participation is valuable.

You will be able to see the results of this survey on the web next summer. The results of the survey of 2002/03 graduates have already been published and can be seen at Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Longitudinal Survey - Key Findings Report Published 2007.

Offers

2 meals for the price of 1

The Gourmet Society Dining Card entitles members to exclusive discounts at over 1,500 restaurants across the UK, from Michelin-starred establishments to family favourites, city centre eateries and country inns.

Gourmet Society members enjoy 2 for 1 meals or 25% off the total bill, including drinks, at the entire network of partner restaurants.

Membership usually costs £53.50 per year, but Canterbury Christ Church University alumni can get a 14 month Dining Card for just £25.00 - that's over 50% off!.

To view a full listing of restaurants in your area and take advantage of this special offer, visit www.thegourmetsociety.co.uk and click 'JOIN NOW', entering the promotional code CTBAC.

Public Lecture Series

Free and open to all.

The University is holding a number of open public lectures throughout the term at the main site in Canterbury, the North Holmes Campus, and at other University sites.

Full details available on the public lecture page

Prospectus

Are your children or younger siblings thinking of University?

Then why not suggest they check out the courses on offer at your alma mater.

View the prospectus for more information.

Courses

If you are thinking of returning to University either to enhance your career prospects or to change your career path entirely, we offer many courses which may be of interest to you. Most of our courses are flexible to fit in with your lifestyle or circumstances.

If you have ever wanted to make a positive impact on someone’s life and be remembered for making a difference, then teaching could be for you. The Faculty of Education offers many different routes into teaching and one could be just right for you. ... read more

The Faculty of Health and Social Care has a range of courses to suit health professionals wishing to advance their career paths. ... read more

For information on all postgraduate courses ... read more .

Supporting students

Helping to make a difference to students' lives

Being a student at Canterbury Christ Church is about making new friends and realising your goals in life. It is about the whole student experience and many former students count their university years as among the best of their lives.

The Alumni Fund can help you to contribute towards that experience so that students can benefit from the rich and rewarding experience at Canterbury Christ Church as enjoyed by previous generations.

Contact the Vice Chancellor's office for more information.

Memorabilia

The University produces a range of gifts and memorabilia.

The Exclusive range carries the University logo and the Premium range carries the traditional crest. To see the full range visit the Memorabilia website .

Keeping in touch

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