Firstly, a massive well done to all the Final years who are now exam-free and we wish you good luck for results! We can't wait to party with you at Part V this Friday! For the rest of you, we hope revision is going well. if you ever need a break, below you will find all the new activities and events happening at Georges so give it a read!
Notices from your Exec
Mayball 2018
May Ball is coming - following last year’s sell out we're expecting huge things again so grab your tickets while you can!
All tickets include transport to and from the event, seated meal and much more!
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DATE: 17th May 2018
VENUE: The Conservatory at Painshill
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EARLY BIRD TICKETS SOLD OUT!
STANDARD TICKETS NOW ON SALE...
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Gold freshers wristband holders please use "GOLD18" to purchase your ticket.
Please note that if you buy this ticket and did not purchase a Gold freshers wristband your ticket will not be valid and you will not be refunded
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GROUP DISCOUNT AVAILABLE!
Going as group of more than 10? Use code "MAYGROUP10"
Please email the names of group ticket holders to vpeducation@su.sgul.ac.uk
For more info check out: https://www.facebook.com/events/346677619185491/
The Firebirds!
The Firebirds – St George’s cheerleading team – have recently become national champions. Competing at the University Nationals in Birmingham, they were awarded first place in the University Level 1 Co-ed Division.
The competition pits university cheerleading teams from across the country against each other.
Second year medic, and St George’s Cheerleading and Gymnastics Captain, Nick Davis explained a little bit more about the sport and the significance of the achievement.
“Cheerleading as a sport involves a group of athletes performing a two minute and thirty second routine combining stunting, dancing, jumps and gymnastics tumbling to custom music”
“[Teams] are scored based on the difficulty and technique of the various components as well as our overall routine composition and performance.”
“The sport itself has struggled through the years to be recognised as an official sport however recently it was given Preliminary Status as an Olympic Sport with performances expected at Tokyo 2020.”
Nick was also keen to stress that the sport is accessible to all at St George’s, regardless of prior experience.
“This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Firebirds, and the sport team has developed massively over this past decade.”
“Most of the members of our squads are new to cheerleading on joining university however we strive to be as inclusive as possible, being open to any ability level, with recreational as well as competitive squads.”
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National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition
Two St George’s medical students have recently won prizes at the National Undergraduate Neuroanatomy Competition. Hosted at the University of Southampton, the competition aims to promote and celebrate neuroscience, neurosurgery and neurology.
Final year medic Jordan Colman won first place in the clinical category, a highly competitive field involving 125 of the best medical students in the UK. Neha Kallam, third year medic, was awarded a distinction for being placed among the top ten participants at the event.
It is the sixth year running that St George’s students have excelled at the competition with Neha winning first place in the preclinical category last year.
“This was my third year participating in the NUNC, but the first time in the clinical category.
“A couple of years ago I went to neuroanatomy sessions run by Paul Johns. This year, Jordan and I set up sessions to teach and discuss neuroanatomy to people also interested in the competition, which helped a lot in learning.”
On winning the award, Jordan says, “I have previously been mentored by Dr Paul Johns for the competition and prepared this year by studying with a group of other students, as well as teaching younger students in the dissecting room as a demonstrator.”
“I plan on pursuing neurology and neuroscience research in the future and hopefully the award and the knowledge I have gained preparing for the competition will help me achieve this.
Events happening at George's
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SGUL BENGALI SOCIETY
SOAS Careers
“On Thursday May 3rd 2018, from 6pm onwards, SOAS Careers are hosting our first ever LGBTQ+ in the Workplace panel event. We’ve got a fantastic set of speakers from a range of industries, who are attending to share with students and guests their experiences of navigating workplaces as members of the LGBTQ+ communities.
This is an open event to students from across the University of London, and we warmly welcome all attendees.
Register to attend now on Eventbrite.”
opportunities
HOLD - Productivity App
Hold is an innovative mobile app that helps you focus in uni and gives you the opportunity to get rewards. Just start Hold, collect points for not using your phone and trade them for awesome rewards. Hold is available for iOS and Android for Students in Norway, Sweden & UK. Head to the Appstore now! http://m.onelink.me/a9b76cab
CHOIR MASTER NEEDED!
We are looking for a Choir Master to conduct a Disco Choir who are very keen and eager to start.
This is a volunteer role and would suit someone who likes a challenge and gain experience.
Please contact Elva Paes on 07484184268 or email me on elva.paes@stgeorges.nhs.uk
Chance to Win £100 Amazon Voucher
A survey looking into how St George’s communicates with its students is live. The survey looks at various aspects of student communications at the university, with a focus on how well informed you currently feel about the latest news, events and achievements at St George's.
Students who complete the survey will be in with a chance of winning a £100 Amazon voucher.
The survey will close on Thursday 3 May and is the first stage of a review of student communications. It will be ongoing over the coming months and will include student focus groups and interviews with staff.
You can complete the survey here.
If you have any queries regarding the survey, or the student communications review, please contact Student Communications Officer, Ciaran McKenna.
Question bank
We have developed a smart question bank that monitors your progress on high-quality Single Best Answer questions and suggests flashcards based on your performance to help you retain information just as you’re about to forget it.
We now have over 2500 Single Best Answer Questions and over 5000 flashcards linked together to help you maximise your learning in less time.
We’re giving away a limited number of vouchers that give you 30% any subscription on our site!
All you need to do is to sign up with this discount code: SGUL30
Sign up now at www.quesmed.com
For more updates, like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/quesmed
Outside Events
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