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DO GOOD, DO GOOD, FEEL GOODFEEL GOODFestivalFestival
VirtualVirtual
7th – 9th October
STUDENT FUTURES PRESENTS
JOIN US FOR A WEEK OF VIRTUAL SESSIONS, INCLUDING:
VOLUNTEERING GIVE IT A GO • WELLBEING SESSIONS • RELAXATION • CLIMATE CAFÉ • CHARITY CHATS • GUIDED WALK • CHAPLAINCY MUSEUM TOUR •
MAKATON TASTER SESSION • ACTIVE WELLBEING • OPEN MIC
VISIT PORTAL TO JOIN ONLINE
Student [email protected]
Timetable
Wednesday 7th October
Thursday 8th October
Friday 9th October
10am
Makaton Taster Session with Cheshire Down’s Syndrome Support (CDSS) Group[BOOKABLE ONLY]Makaton is a unique language programme that uses symbols, signs and speech to enable people to communicate. It supports the development of essential communication skills such as attention and listening, comprehension, memory, recall and organisation of language and expression. If you are interested in attending this please email [email protected] to book your space (places are limited and will be given on a first-come-first served basis).
Virtual Volunteering SessionJoin the Volunteering and Mentoring Team as they explore the huge variety of ways you can volunteer from home! Volunteering online for ten minutes can make a huge difference, so join the team as they show you how through this interactive workshop!
Join this session on the day via this link.
Mature Student Virtual Coffee & ChatAre you a mature student? Why not join us for a virtual coffee and chat to meet like-minded people to discuss any issues you may have found being a mature student.
Join this session on the day via this link.
11am
Active Wellbeing Q&AThe University of Chester’s Active Wellbeing Team will be discussing the impact of Active Wellbeing on health and cover a range of topics such as sleep, nutrition, physical activity, relaxation techniques.Join this session on the day via this link.
11am
Instagram Live –Cheshire Down’s Syndrome Support (CDSS) GroupCheshire Down Syndrome Support (CDSS) Group is a small local charity dedicated to supporting families, children and young adults with Down’s Syndrome throughout the Cheshire region. Established in 2007, they are a parent-led group who are entirely self-funding and who rely on the generous support and continued hard work of their many volunteer fundraisers and family groups to succeed in their aims. The Volunteering and Mentoring Team will be hosting a live chat with CDSS to find out more about what they do and how volunteers can help them. To listen please visit the Volunteering & Mentoring Team’s Instagram page: @uocvolunteering.
Instagram Live –Healthwatch Cheshire Independent watchdog across England. Ensuring Health and Social Care services are delivering the services people needThe Volunteering Team will be hosting a live chat with Healthwatch Cheshire to find out more about what they do and how volunteers can help them. To listen please visit the Volunteering and Mentoring Team’s Instagram page: @uocvolunteering.
Instagram Live –DIAL West Cheshire DIAL West Cheshire is a Disabled Person’s User-Led Organisation providing social welfare advice, form filling guidance, a community café, and a learning programme. It also runs the local shop mobility schemes in partnership with other regional disability organisations. They have a range of office based and direct client support volunteer roles.To listen, please visit the Volunteering and Mentoring Team’s Instagram page: @uocvolunteering.
12pm
Wednesday 7th October
Thursday 8th October
Friday 9th October
1pm
Volunteering Q&AThe Volunteering and Mentoring Team are here to help you make the most of your time at the University of Chester through volunteering opportunities within the University and in the community. Join us for a Q&A to meet the team and find out about our exciting range of volunteering projects, including student-led opportunities like Chester Student Dog Walkers! You can also find out more about our UCV award scheme and how you can develop skills through volunteering.
Join this session on the day via this link.
Assessment Centres Q&A, Careers Workshop Join Careers and Employability for a virtual Q&A session to find out about assessment centres and ask any questions that you may have. Assessment centres are an opportunity for a company to assess candidates for a range of skills required for a particular role. The tasks may replicate the working environment or be designed to identify certain competencies required for the role. We recommend watching the SRS Assessment Centres video before the session to get an overview of the topic and to spark questions you may have. If you don’t have time to look at this in advance, then don’t worry as you can still join the session.For more information, or to book on to the session, please visit Career Hub.
Climate CaféThis session will start at 1.30pmJoin Green Chester for a Digital Climate Café! Discussions will be based around our theme for the month, and will also focus on food production and waste.Email Green [email protected] the link to join!
2pm
Psychometric Tests Q&A, Careers Workshop Join Careers and Employability for a virtual Q&A session to find out about psychometric tests and ask any questions you may have. Psychometric tests help recruiters to identify certain skills, knowledge or personality traits and are often used early in a recruitment process. This session is designed to answer your questions about them and explain how you can develop your understanding.We recommend watching the SRS Online tests video before the session to get an overview of the topic and to spark questions you may have. If you don’t have time to look at this in advance then don’t worry, as you can still join the session!For more information, or to book onto the session please visit Career Hub.
An Afternoon at the MuseumWe will enjoy a virtual visit to the Natural History Museum, London. Meeting on Zoom, participants can screen share interesting exhibits and information as they enjoy each other’s company at a fascinating (and educational!) virtual venue.
To join the session, click on this link on the specified date/time:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89855772145?pwd=cGVqa3J6MXNhQ0VSaTY3aldaWVc2UT09Meeting ID: 898 5577 2145Passcode: 032647
Action for HappinessFollowing Action for Happiness we’ll discuss their 10 keys to happier living and explore how we can all make little changes to feel happier and healthier.
Join this session on the day via this link.
Wednesday 7th October
Thursday 8th October
Friday 9th October
2pm
Guided Walk [BOOKABLE ONLY, ALSO TAKING PLACE ON THURSDAY 8TH OCTOBER]Green Chester will be hosting a Guided Walk to the University allotment on the corner of Parkgate Road where students can learn more about growing their own food (and you may be help yourself to some fruit too!).Booking is essential as numbers are limited. To book, please email [email protected]
Guided Walk [BOOKABLE ONLY]Green Chester will be hosting a Guided Walk to the University allotment on the corner of Parkgate Road where students can learn more about growing their own food (and you may be help yourself to some fruit too!).Booking is essential as numbers are limited. To book, please email [email protected]
Chapter Workshop This session will start at 2.30pmJoin local mental health charity, Chapter, for this lively, interactive wellbeing workshop, where you will learn some simple, practical tools and techniques to look after your wellbeing. During this 1-hour workshop, you will learn about:
• Signs and symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression.
• How to live well even when life throws you challenges.
• Practical wellbeing techniques and activities you can build into your everyday life.
• Where to get additional information and support.
• How to support Chapter (if you would like to volunteer or fundraise for them).
• You will also have the opportunity to:
• Practise some simple wellbeing techniques.
• Create your own wellbeing action plan.
• Ask questions and interact with other participants to delve further into some of the topics covered.
Be prepared to join in and have fun - this workshop will be interactive!
This session is bookable only and has limited places. To book your place, email [email protected] to book onto this session with your name, d/o/b and postcode (this information is required as this is part of Chapter’s funded project, you can view their data policy here.
Student [email protected]
Wednesday 7th October
Thursday 8th October
Friday 9th October
3pm
Look After your Mental HealthDelivered by members of the Wellbeing and Mental Health Team, join us to talk about how to look after your mental health and wellbeing whilst at University. We’ll also talk about the support services and how you can access these.
Join this session on the day via this link.
Connect-quizi-teaConnect-quizi-tea is a quiz based on connecting further with your knowledge of the community of Chester. Grab a cuppa and join our quiz – whether it’s just for fun, to test your knowledge, and or meet new people!
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Open Mic Talented musician Tom will be hosting an Open Mic session to finish the DGFG Festival. If you play an instrument or like to sing then please feel free to join in! Likewise, if you just appreciate really good music then feel free to attend and have a good listen!
Join this session on the day via this link.
4pm
Positive Affirmations & Meditation Join Lauren, streaming live from her garden, for a nature based guided meditation, helped along the way with positive affirmations. We will begin writing in a stream of consciousness, then we will focus our intentions, so bring a notepad and pencil. If possible, choose somewhere warm and comfortable to join us, with headphones to be more immersed. The aim is that you will leave relaxed, earthed, and confident in your intentions and goals.
Join this session on the day via this link.