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A visit to the Centre for Student Life

Centre for Student Life

A visit to the Centre for Student Life

Posted on 22 April 2021 by Your Student Life, Supported

We get so many questions about the ‘new Students’ Union’ so we want to clarify that this is not another Students’ Union. This is a grand University building which will support you through your journey here at Cardiff University.

Centre for Student Life

Enter our student art competition and win a new iPad air

Posted on 9 April 2021 by Your Student Life, Supported

The Centre for Student Life will be the new home for our student support services when it opens later this year. Now Cardiff University students have the chance to influence the look and feel of the building by submitting your designs for three key wall spaces.

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SYNIAD competition winner announced!

Posted on 10 March 2021 by Your Student Life, Supported

SYNIAD is Welsh for ‘IDEA’ and last November we opened the doors to the exciting Syniad competition, which gave students the opportunity to become innovators by growing their ideas and […]

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Follow in the footsteps of key workers: Discover a career in Teaching

Posted on 23 February 2021 by Your Student Life, Supported

There has been a rise in teacher training applications since the coronavirus pandemic, as reported by the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER). It’s clear that interest has grown in […]

 
Meet the students starting a new venture at University.

Meet the students starting a new venture at University.

Posted on 16 February 2021 by Your Student Life, Supported

We have everything you need to bring your ideas to life. The Start-up Support Package is a three-staged journey to take you from having an idea to making it a […]

My experience of an On-Campus insight

My experience of an On-Campus insight

Posted on 7 December 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Lowri Pitcher tells us about her On-Campus insight with the Residence Life team here at the University. What was your insight? The internship involved contacting local companies to arrange vouchers/freebies […]

Mental health in men: Four ways to make sure your buddy is okay

Mental health in men: Four ways to make sure your buddy is okay

Posted on 2 December 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Wellbeing Champion, Baz, shares helpful information on looking after your mental health, and how you can check in on your friends.

So, you’re looking for a house?

So, you’re looking for a house?

Posted on 2 December 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Whether it’s your first house or your third, it’s important you find the right one for you (with the right people).

Transgender Day of Remembrance by Christina, Wellbeing Champion

Transgender Day of Remembrance by Christina, Wellbeing Champion

Posted on 24 November 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Friday 20 November was the day we mourned our transgender brothers, sisters, friends, strangers and loved ones who have died because of transphobic hate.

Virtual Careers Fairs: A Careers Fair on your terms!

Virtual Careers Fairs: A Careers Fair on your terms!

Posted on 9 November 2020 by Your Student Life Supported

Get as much or as little as you want out of your Virtual Careers Fair! Initially, like most people, when I heard the words ‘virtual careers fair’ I envisioned being […]

Your chance to shine a light on your idea and make a change to the world as we know it.

Your chance to shine a light on your idea and make a change to the world as we know it.

Posted on 4 November 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

SYNIAD is once again being launched this year to help students become innovators by growing their ideas and confidence. Plus you get the opportunity to win a brand new iPad & […]

Benefits of using your University’s Career Service

Benefits of using your University’s Career Service

Posted on 14 October 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

The team from Grad Hive tell us how useful your University Careers service can be, even when you've graduated. By The Grad Hive Your university has many useful resources when […]

Meet the Student – Alice Edwards, TARGETJobs Undergraduate of the Year 2020 award winner

Meet the Student – Alice Edwards, TARGETJobs Undergraduate of the Year 2020 award winner

Posted on 6 October 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Alice beat out stiff competition at the TARGETJobs Undergraduate of the Year Awards and won the Award in the category of Computer Science, IT and Physics Undergraduate of the Year.  […]

What’s a showcase and why should I attend?

What’s a showcase and why should I attend?

Posted on 5 October 2020 by Your Student Life Supported

Let’s be honest, it’s going to feel very different to a traditional careers fair and there will be a distinct lack of freebies on offer; however, if you are starting […]

Martina: Inspiring young scientists with work experience

Martina: Inspiring young scientists with work experience

Posted on 25 September 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Martina Bonassera writes about her summer placement Martina Bonassera writes about her summer placement, which has provided her with vital work experience, a salary and a head start on building […]

How to save money in your first year at university (and what you definitely shouldn’t do)

How to save money in your first year at university (and what you definitely shouldn’t do)

Posted on 24 September 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Your first year at university always brings a mix of emotions. Mainly of excitement to be starting another chapter of your life, but also a little anticipation of what will happen next.

Developing digital education in the Welsh language

Developing digital education in the Welsh language

Posted on 22 September 2020 by Your Student Life Supported

My name is Luned Hunter and I’m about to start my third year studying Politics and Modern History. During the last academic year I’ve been part of the Student Champion […]

Working on the student digital induction

Working on the student digital induction

Posted on 22 September 2020 by Your Student Life Supported

Ella My name’s Ella and I’m a Student Champion at the University. As you know, March 2020 saw Cardiff University swiftly transform studies to virtual learning as a result of […]

My work with staff to help shape our digital education

My work with staff to help shape our digital education

Posted on 22 September 2020 by Your Student Life Supported

Clarissa, MSc Environment and Development My name is Clarissa and I am studying MSc Environment and Development at the School of Geography and Planning. I have been a student engagement […]

Clementine Kind

Clementine Kind

Posted on 21 May 2020 by Your Student Life, Supported

Clementines. Credit: Marco Verch Kindness is interpreted and carried out in various ways: some of them that occur as part of a developed habit and others that require you to […]