The University of Chester closes today for its Christmas break. We will reopen on Tuesday 2nd January.
We would like to wish all our neighbours a very, merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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Wednesday, 30 August 2017
Heritage Open Days @ The University of Chester this September
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Churchill Building, University of Chester |
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Vicarage Building, University of Chester |
The British Army’s former ‘Western Command’ in
Chester will be open to the public as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days.
The University of Chester is opening four of its
historical buildings as part of the scheme, which will take place between
September 7 and 10.
Two of those buildings are part of the scheme for
the first time - the University’s Churchill Building in Queen’s Park,
Handbridge (known in one of its previous lives as ‘Western Command’) and the
University’s Vicarage, on Parkgate Road, which houses the English Department.
During the Open Days, the institution’s Riverside Museum will be open on Thursday, September 7 and Saturday, September 9 between 10am
and 4pm, for visitors to drop in. The Museum features a letter written by
Florence Nightingale from the Crimea, and is the home to a permanent collection
of curiosities from the world of medicine, nursing, midwifery and social work.
It also features The First World War: Returning Home exhibition which has
recently been refurbished with the assistance of Big Heritage and the Heritage
Lottery Fund.
Nowadays, the Churchill Building in Queen’s Park is
home to the University’s Business School. Initially referred to as ‘Capital
House’, it was completed in 1937-8 as a purpose-built centre for the British Army’s
‘Western Command’ military base (which had previously been based in the centre
of Chester, on Watergate
Street). Built in the Neo-Georgian style, the building was used in a military
context until the 1990s, when it was sold to a banking company. The distinctive
portico and pillars were added during this time, and, as a result, today’s
building looks very different to the original. During its time as Western
Command, a substantial network of subterranean rooms was built under the
structure, extending towards the river - they were initially used
as secure meeting places during the Second World War and later as bunkers
during the Cold War. The tour of the building will include the opportunity to
see the De Gaulle Brasserie at the top, which takes in fantastic views of the
River Dee and the city.
Buildings such as the Vicarage, which now houses the English
Department, illustrate Douglas’s ability to design buildings that reflected
existing local architecture. The medieval-style features of the Vicarage are
inspired by Chester’s various churches and the Cathedral. In Chester, perhaps
the most famous work attributed to John Douglas is the Eastgate Clock, which is
said to be the most photographed clock in England after Big Ben.
The
Chapel was originally built by students at the then Chester Diocesan Teacher
Training College and has played an integral part in the life of the institution
from its early days. It forms both a focal point for activities which reflect
the Church of England foundation of the University, and also as a symbol for
the community spirit which is such an important feature of Chester for
generations of students and staff.
Visitors to
the Chapel are welcome to turn up between 10am and 4pm during the Heritage Open
Days.
The
University of Chester Riverside Museum will be open on Thursday, September 7
and Saturday, September 9 between 10am and 4pm for visitors to drop in.
Tours at
Churchill House, Queen’s Park, must be booked in advance. They are taking place
on Thursday September 7 only, between 2pm and 3pm, and 3.15pm and 4.15pm. The
tours of the Vicarage will only be on Friday September 8 at 2pm and 3.15pm and
must also be booked in advance.
To book the
tours, please contact Chester History and Heritage on email at chh@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk or phone 01244 972210 Monday to Friday 10am
until 12 noon and 1 pm until 4 pm.
You
can pick up the Heritage Open Days booklet giving details of all buildings open
to view locally at Chester History and Heritage and the Tourist Information
Centre.
For
more information about Heritage Open Days in England, please visit: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/
Tuesday, 20 June 2017
Education Debate @ University of Chester Friday 23rd June 2017
We are delighted to invite you to the Education Debate being organised by Dr Steve Lambert (HMI & Programme Leader for Educational Leadership). The debate involves a number of high profile speakers from across Cheshire and beyond who have been raising the case for Education both locally and nationally. These include the re-elected MP Chris Matheson, who has been championing Cheshire schools at parliament in light of the funding cuts to our schools as well as organising the Education Cuts Rally in Chester earlier this year. Victoria Carr, Primary School Head teacher, Cllr Nicole Meardon. Cheshire West and Chester councillor and cabinet member for Children's and Families. We are also delighted to be joined by Stephen Morales, Executive Director of the National Association of School Business Managers who has been working with minister and civil servants on the new funding formula for schools.
The debate will take place on Friday 23rd June 2017, 5:30pm-7:30pm in CRV119 at Riverside Campus and will be an opportunity for you to listen to or participate in discussion on education policy, funding, current issues with education in England.
If you would like to attend please email Jo Cowan j.cowan@chester.ac.uk Details of how to find Riverside Campus can be found here
The debate will take place on Friday 23rd June 2017, 5:30pm-7:30pm in CRV119 at Riverside Campus and will be an opportunity for you to listen to or participate in discussion on education policy, funding, current issues with education in England.
If you would like to attend please email Jo Cowan j.cowan@chester.ac.uk Details of how to find Riverside Campus can be found here
Wednesday, 14 June 2017
The work of University of Chester Photography students is being showcased in an intergenerational exhibition at Storyhouse in Chester.
The exhibition, called ‘Keys to My Memory’, captures intimate dialogues between strangers of different generations. It features images of older people, alongside everyday objects with particular significance to their lives, and was produced for the Big Lottery funded project, Brightlife*.
In association with Storyhouse, Brightlife has organise...d a full day of taster activities for the over-50s between 10am and 6pm on Saturday, June 17. During the day, the students’ exhibition will feature in the Storyhouse lobby.
Full details of all the events can be found at: www.brightlifecheshire.org.uk
Dr Tracy Piper-Wright, Senior Lecturer in Photography at the University of Chester said:
"This has been a great way for the students to engage with the wider community in Chester and to use their creative skills in the real world.”
Please pop along and have a look!
"This has been a great way for the students to engage with the wider community in Chester and to use their creative skills in the real world.”
Please pop along and have a look!
Tuesday, 6 June 2017
Fashion Forward First Cohort @ the University of Chester
A special catwalk event, to showcase
student collections and seasonal styles is coming to Chester as part of
CH1ChesterBID’s Style in the City campaign.
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Students with their collections |
“The
catwalk event will be a real show-stopper as part of our month-long Style in
the City campaign, so be sure to head into the city centre to feast your eyes
on the latest styles and trends.”
The
show will feature collections by the first ever cohort of Fashion students
from the University. It is the culmination of three years of hard work by the
students who are also the first year to graduate from this programme.
Student Kathryn Crank said: “Following
the completion of the course I hope to set up my own label, which will consist
of both menswear and children’s wear. I also plan to continue to design
knitwear, a skill that I have learnt whilst studying at Chester.
Delphine
Wilson, Programme Leader for Fashion Design at University of Chester added:
“We’re thrilled to be working alongside CH1ChesterBID to celebrate a new
fashion and lifestyle event in Chester. The catwalk show is a fantastic
opportunity for our latest fashion design graduates to showcase their design
creativity in context, alongside major fashion brands.
The event will be
held at the Grosvenor Hotel on Eastgate Street, with shows taking place at 5pm
and 8pm. Tickets cost £10 for standard entry and £15 for
VIP
with guaranteed front row and a goody bag with over £20. Tickets can be
purchased at https://fashionatchester.wordpress.com/portfolio/catwalk-show-tickets/
Brands
showcasing their collections include; Jigsaw; Laundry B; Tessuti and Hugo Boss
on Bridge Street; Marks and Spencer on Foregate Street and Jack Wills on
Eastgate Street. Accessories for the models will be provided by Accessorize on
Eastgate Street.
Monday, 5 June 2017
June 2017
This month our students are busy with exams and work based learning placements. The majority of our second year students undertake a work based learning placement towards the end of the academic year and many undertake placements in local organisations and businesses. You can read about Lucy Esfandiarinia's placement at Cherry Grove Primary School in Boughton here
Could your organisation benefit from a five week unpaid placement? Would you like to get involved with a scheme that helps nurture the next generation of employees? More details for organisations are available here
In Community Liaison our thoughts are already turning to plans for the next academic year.
We are reviewing our publications for our students on living in the Chester community and our Chester Student Community Guide has been updated and the latest version can be seen on our website. This link will take you straight to it Chester Student Community Guide
We are currently updating our I love Chester postcard which is sent out to all new Chester based students after 'A' Level results day. The postcard details the very positive views our students have of the City of Chester and some tips on how to help keep Chester special.
Our Community Liaison Manager, Louise Collins, is taking part in the Garden Quarter Residents' and Traders' Association Events Committee. The Committee are busy planning events for the summer and a number of welcome events in October aimed at introducing student residents to the community.
Public Events in June
Chester Research Unit for the Psychology of Health: Public Lecture
Join Speaker, Dr Lee Hulbert-Williams of the University of Chester, for a lecture entitled 'The stressed ape: Why human beings are so prone to stress, and what to do about it'.
Date: 8 Jun 2017
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
CBB115, Best Building, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4B
The basic stress response evolved many millions of years ago. The way humans get stressed is therefore similar, in many respects, to the ways cats, mice, and fleas get stressed. Since the evolution of the basic stress response, however, humans have evolved complex new ways of learning. These uniquely human abilities allow us to do mathematics and understand Shakespeare, but they also make it more likely that we will experience chronic stress. We human beings are inclined to get raised blood pressure and even perhaps stomach ulcers, just thinking about how we might pay the gas bill. Cats tend not to do this. Nor do the chimpanzees — our closest non-human relatives.
In this lecture, we will discuss the initial development of a new framework for understanding the human experience of stress, based on Contextual Behavioural Science. First, we will examine those features of the stress response that are common across the apes (including humans), then we will see how this response might be altered and co-opted through learning processes unique to human beings. Finally, we will ask what we can do to reduce stress. We will examine a range of techniques, both simple and more involved, which have been shown to reduce stress levels in human beings.
Tickets for the lecture are free but booking is necessary. You can book online here
Could your organisation benefit from a five week unpaid placement? Would you like to get involved with a scheme that helps nurture the next generation of employees? More details for organisations are available here
In Community Liaison our thoughts are already turning to plans for the next academic year.
We are reviewing our publications for our students on living in the Chester community and our Chester Student Community Guide has been updated and the latest version can be seen on our website. This link will take you straight to it Chester Student Community Guide
We are currently updating our I love Chester postcard which is sent out to all new Chester based students after 'A' Level results day. The postcard details the very positive views our students have of the City of Chester and some tips on how to help keep Chester special.
Our Community Liaison Manager, Louise Collins, is taking part in the Garden Quarter Residents' and Traders' Association Events Committee. The Committee are busy planning events for the summer and a number of welcome events in October aimed at introducing student residents to the community.
Public Events in June
Chester Research Unit for the Psychology of Health: Public Lecture
Join Speaker, Dr Lee Hulbert-Williams of the University of Chester, for a lecture entitled 'The stressed ape: Why human beings are so prone to stress, and what to do about it'.
Date: 8 Jun 2017
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
CBB115, Best Building, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4B
The basic stress response evolved many millions of years ago. The way humans get stressed is therefore similar, in many respects, to the ways cats, mice, and fleas get stressed. Since the evolution of the basic stress response, however, humans have evolved complex new ways of learning. These uniquely human abilities allow us to do mathematics and understand Shakespeare, but they also make it more likely that we will experience chronic stress. We human beings are inclined to get raised blood pressure and even perhaps stomach ulcers, just thinking about how we might pay the gas bill. Cats tend not to do this. Nor do the chimpanzees — our closest non-human relatives.
In this lecture, we will discuss the initial development of a new framework for understanding the human experience of stress, based on Contextual Behavioural Science. First, we will examine those features of the stress response that are common across the apes (including humans), then we will see how this response might be altered and co-opted through learning processes unique to human beings. Finally, we will ask what we can do to reduce stress. We will examine a range of techniques, both simple and more involved, which have been shown to reduce stress levels in human beings.
Tickets for the lecture are free but booking is necessary. You can book online here
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