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Quiet Spaces
Sometimes, we all need to take some time-out. The University has a network of quiet spaces on campus. These are available to staff and students. The Peace Gardens located behind the Accommodation Office, this is a quiet outdoors space in the centre of campus with seatingThe Students’ Union Council Chambers – To access this quiet space please ask the staff working downstairs in the SU who will be happy to helpStudent Advice - To access this quiet space please ask at the Student Advice reception in the Cornerstone BuildingThe Library Rest Room - To access this quiet space, which is a windowless room with a sink, easy chair, ambient light and first aid couch, please ask at the Student Advice Reception Desk or the Library Service DeskThe Library Nook – A comfy armchair, footrest and blanket available on the first floor of the Library (at the far end of the book shelves, next to the fire exit)Prayer, Well-being and Relaxation Room – Located on the ground floor of the Skinner building in room 12 (this room has adjustable lighting)The Snug – Look for the quiet space sign in The Snug space outside the University Chapel (ground floor Skinner building) If you would like any more information about quiet spaces on campus, please email studentchange@bishopg.ac.uk Click here to download the Wellbeing map. -
Safeguarding, Harassment and Misconduct
BGU expects its students, staff and visitors to behave responsibly and respectfully to each other and to abide by its various regulations and codes of conduct. Please use the tiles above to make a report (either anonymously or giving contact details) or to access more information about the 'Report and Support' process. You can access information about: inappropriate behaviour and misconduct, including potentially criminal behaviour; guidance on how to report such behaviour; and actions the University will take and the support it can provide Please find the University's relevant Codes of Practice and policies listed below: -
Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct - Information, Reporting and Support
No member of the BGU community is expected to tolerate bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct, whether by a member of the BGU community, a visitor to the University or a member of the public. Any member of staff, student, research participant, or member of the public has the right: to disclose experiences of unacceptable behaviour experienced while working, studying or participating in a BGU activity; to be listened to and to seek support. All staff and students have a responsibility to ensure a working and studying environment where everyone is treated with equal respect and dignity. Each member of the University is expected to contribute to preventing unacceptable behaviours, including harassment, bullying or sexual misconduct through self-awareness; and by modelling positive behaviour for others, and raising any concerns. This page outlines the key principles of BGU’s Prevention of Bullying, Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy. -
BGU Officially Welcome New Students at Annual Matriculation Ceremony
Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) formally enrolled over 1000 students and welcomed nearly 600 of those students at the annual Matriculation Ceremony on Friday 8 October 2021. Now in its seventh year the welcoming ceremony has become an established and popular part of the academic calendar. All newly enrolled students are invited to the ceremony, held in the grand surroundings of Lincoln Cathedral, which gives both undergraduate and postgraduate students the chance to meet University staff and each other. This year’s ceremony began at 3pm with a procession of over 100 BGU members of staff before the new students were officially welcomed to the University by the University’s Chancellor, Dame Judith Mayhew-Jonas, the Vice-Chancellor, the Reverend Canon Professor Peter Neil, the President of the Students’ Union, Erin Bell and the The Vice-Chancellor of Lincoln Cathedral, The Reverend Canon Neil Burgess. As a symbol of their belonging in BGU, all students were given a specially designed gold badge. The Vice-Chancellor explained why the event has become such an important part of the student journey at BGU: “The Matriculation Ceremony marks our students’ formal entry into the University. In addition to offering a friendly welcome to all those who are starting their studies here this year, it marks their entry into BGU’s academic community, of which every student is an integral member. It is also emphasised that we are all there to guide and support the students throughout their time with us. This year feels particularly special, as it is the first time we have gathered together in the Cathedral for almost two years.” The ceremony closed with a performance from the BGU choir followed by speeches from Harry Mill, second year Education Studies and Mathematics student, and Bethany Mcallister, second year English Literature student. If you would like to become a part of the BGU community visit our website to find out about all the exciting courses available to you or contact our Enquiries Team today. You can watch this year’s ceremony and find a photo album on our Facebook page -
Student Advice & Wellbeing Team Support for Autistic Students
Students who are (or think they may be) autistic, whether they have a diagnosis or not are encouraged to come and speak to a member of the Student Advice & Wellbeing Team to discuss their individual circumstances and support requirements. Students are welcome to come to Student Advice & Wellbeing whenever they need to, whether it is for some time out in one of our quiet rooms or to talk to an adviser about any social or academic concerns. Our service is professional, non-judgemental and confidential. -
Bishop Grosseteste University ranked 2nd position in Top 10 Universities in the country for social inclusion
Bishop Grosseteste University has been announced 2nd in the top 10 ranking for social inclusion in the country in this year’s Sunday Times Good University Guide. -
Reflections on Black History Month at BGU
Throughout October, Bishop Grosseteste University hosted a month-long programme of free events to celebrate Black History Month. The events included academic lectures, story-telling session and exhibitions that highlight the contribution of Black poets, educators, activists, athletes amongst others during this global month of celebration. Each of these sessions were designed to be educational, but also to engage and entertain in different ways while challenging received ideas and knowledge and were available to staff, students, guests and the wider public via live-stream where applicable. Dr Sheine Peart, Reader in Access, Equality and Inclusion and Project Lead for Black History Month at BGU, said: “As we reach the end of October I would like to offer some personal reflections on Black History Month at Bishop Grosseteste University 2021 which has been a resounding success in countless different ways. “The month-long programme of events was planned by a multidisciplinary University wide team and from the outset the ambition was (borrowing words from the BBC charter) to entertain, educate and inform while at the same time celebrating the multiple ways the global community has been enriched by contributions of people’s from the African diaspora. Benefiting from the skills and knowledge of University colleagues and invited contributors, each event fed into this ambition and provided new insights to the participating audiences while simultaneously honouring the common bonds which unite us and engaging with the challenges which confront us. “Through poetry, music, song, film, thought-provoking talks and story-telling sessions the audience learned of the ways Black peoples had enriched local, national and international communities including the innovative education strategies of Beryl Gilroy (the first Black Headteacher in London) and the ways the Reverend Sonia Baron in her work with the national government is currently challenging inequalities in work based and other spaces to provide better opportunities for everyone. “BHM at BGU will return in 2022 with another programme of events which will be open to students, staff and the wider public. We look forward to welcoming you to our next celebration and invite you to keep watching for future announcements.” -
Second BGU Participatory Autism Research Symposium - October 2021
On 13th October, BGU hosted the second in its series of Participatory Autism Research Symposia, which featured presentations from members of the current BGU community and alumni. Attendees joined in with the online event from as far afield as Sweden, Canada and Malaysia, and heard presentations from four researchers. The first presentation described the artistic and academic journey taken by a current BGU staff member and an autistic BGU alumnus who created a short film called “Broken” (Rimmer, 2020) to detail an autistic pupil’s experience of trying to communicate with his teacher that his glasses were broken. This film has been used as a tool to support trainee teachers’ understanding of fluency issues in autistic pupils in the mainstream classroom. It can be viewed here. Sophie, a BGU alumnus then shared details of her participatory PhD research project which focuses on autistic women's experiences of university, with specific regard to wellbeing. As she is particularly interested in the use of creative methods as a research tool, Sophie asked project participants to create creative pieces such as poems or artwork which expressed barriers to university and a desire for universities to be more inclusive. In 1990, Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop published an essay outlining the importance of children’s books as both ‘windows’ and ‘mirrors’: books that are windows enable children to learn about the lives of others, and those that are mirrors support children to see themselves reflected. Clare, a PhD candidate at Cambridge University who is supporting three members of BGU’s academic staff with a research project into the representation of black autistic characters in picture books provided information on the study, which critiques this representation both from a Black and from an autistic perspective and investigates how these books work both as windows and mirrors. Finally, Dan, a PhD candidate at BGU gave a short presentation on the BGU Autism Resources Community Hub (ARCH), which aspires to be a one-stop starting point for all members of the BGU autism community (autistic students and staff, family members, friends and allies) to access information about autism at BGU. This community-based, exploratory work aims to build a positive resource that emerges from our autistic community. The ARCH web pages can be found here. If you missed the first Participatory Autism Research Symposium, you can view the recording on the Participatory Autism Research Collective Website here. -
Business (Marketing) with Foundation Year
If you don’t have, or don’t think you will attain the normal tariff points for studying at BGU, this course will enable you to study for a degree without any UCAS points. The course is delivered over four years and includes a Foundation Year, which gives you a perfect introduction in what it means to be a university student, equipping you with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective undergraduate study. In addition, during your Foundation Year, you will study eight modules, all of which are designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to progress your studies in your chosen subjects. Our BA (Hons) Business (Marketing) with Foundation Year course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and marketing related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. -
Business (Finance) with Foundation Year
Our new BA (Hons) Business (Finance) with Foundation Year course will aid you to develop your skills and knowledge and prepare you for launching a career in business and finance related roles in a variety of sectors and organisations. Based in Lincoln, this undergraduate degree showcases an innovative curriculum that’s designed to enhance employability or prepare you for self-employment, and is taught by experts and academics with links to industry.
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