Weekly Update

Prior to beginning his journey with Madlug, Dave was a youth worker for over 20 years, and for the past three years he has also become heavily involved in mentoring and raising awareness of social enterprises. While working as a youth worker, Dave was heartbroken to learn that most children in care transport their worldly belongings in a bin bag. In that moment, Dave set out to do something about it. With just £480, he started Madlug and came up with their ‘Buy one Give one’ approach: with every bag you purchase, one will be given to a child in care.

Following a hugely successful crowdfunding campaign with Madlug over the summer of 2017, Dave was given the opportunity to have brunch with Sir Richard Branson in what was a great opportunity to share the story of Madlug with a global business leader.

Dave is extremely passionate about using Madlug to influence a new young generation of social entrepreneurs. Join us on 4th March at 6pm to hear more about his inspirational journey.

Book your place here

Parentkind Northern Ireland will be setting the challenge for Cohort 8, having previously taken part in Master Your Leadership in 2019. Programme Manager, Jayne Thompson, said:

“We have been able to translate some of the ideas that Master Your Leadership students presented last year into our work, looking at our new strategy for the year ahead. I would like to think that many of the students’ solutions will be incorporated into how we work.”

Register now via MyFuture.

Scholars have the chance to network with senior figures in public life and to participate in, or help to lead discussions with people of all ages, backgrounds and perspectives that ultimately inform recommendations for practical action and policy change. Scholars also have opportunities to take part in Programme topics outside their own academic disciplines. In doing so, they will gain experience in: working collaboratively; engaging in cross-disciplinary discussion; public engagement and facilitation at events; networking; and writing for a range of different audiences.

The Scholarships fit around the demands of doctoral research. The Scholarships are open to students of any age who are enrolled on a doctoral programme within the UK.

There is no contribution towards tuition or maintenance costs. Scholars are, however, provided with meals, accommodation and standard economy return travel to Lodge events, amongst priority attendance at other digital events. A Personal Development Grant of up to £300 is also accessible.

Applicants must:

• Have at least two years left to complete their PhD
• Be studying at a UK university
• Provide a CV and covering letter demonstrating a commitment to working for ‘the betterment of society’ through their academic research and/or other activities.

All types of doctoral candidates are eligible to apply, including full-time, part-time and those on non-traditional pathways and professional doctorate programmes. Since 2014, a total of 57 students have enjoyed, and are currently enjoying, the benefits of this programme.

Potential Scholars are welcome to apply between 1 March 2021 – 9 April 2021. For more information about Cumberland Lodge and the Scholarship scheme, please visit their website. 

Eavor Loop - Deep Geothermal closed-loop technology for providing baseload power

Robert Winsloe

Eavor Technologies Inc.

Following on from their successful conference in December 2020, wthis marks the first webinar on a Future for Geothermal Energy, Northern Ireland.

Mr. Robert Winsloe, Vice President of Business Development from Eavor Technologies Inc., will talk about their Eavor-Loop Deep Geothermal Energy technology. Eavor claim this could be the ‘holy grail’ of the power industry, the solution the world has been waiting for and what could be the first truly scalable form of clean baseload power.

THEMES

• Methodology
• Research in the midst of COVID-19 Impact on Policy and Practice
• Fieldwork
• Ethical Considerations Emerging Findings

ABSTRACT AND SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Presentation title
• A maximum 300-word abstract comprising of: research area/background, aim of research, brief descriptionof the methodology and research methods, summary of findings (if available), recommendations andimplications
• 5 keywords

Each presenter will be allocated a 20 minute slot, including time for questions and feedback from the audience. If you are interested in attending the virtual conference please complete form (either click here or scan the QR code) by 31 MARCH 2021 .

In the event of substantial interest, abstracts will be selected according to the following criteria: relevance oftopic to a social science audience, clarity of focus, quality of research, significance for practice, policy, theoryand methodology in the social sciences.

If you have any queries regarding abstract submission, please contact Matthew Meangru: m.meangru@uea.ac.uk

This programme exists to support the development and growth of the Irish language in Canada.  As such, the role of the Irish Language Instructor is twofold; she/he is engaged to teach the Irish Language within the university, and to support the development of the Irish Language in the wider community.

The award provides individuals with the opportunity to refine their teaching skills and extend their knowledge of Canadian society and culture, enriching their teaching work on their return to Ireland.

Further details about the scheme are http://www.icuf.ie/scholarships/clar-gaeilge/teagascoiri/#english

They are currently seeking volunteer peer reviewers to help them to continue to ensure the academic integrity of submissions to the journal. This is a great opportunity to add peer review experience to your academic CV, to build your academic citizenship and to be among the first to find out about new research projects happening in your field. Guidance on the peer reviewing process will be provided, and joining us as a peer reviewer requires no minimum commitment. 

If you are enthusiastic about your subject and have good communication skills and attention to detail, they'd be very happy to have you join them!

While they welcome anyone working in media, communication or cultural studies in any academic context, they are particularly keen to attract peer reviewers with expertise in the following areas:

• Critical animal studies
• Climate and environment
• The Anthropocene and anthropocentrism
• Audio, radio and podcasts 
• Folklore and mythology
• Irish media
• Rural engagement/exclusion
• Ecocriticism
• Monstrosity, hauntings and the supernatural
  
• Social media
• Global perspectives

Highlight events include:

• Connect Through Comedy: An Evening with Shane Todd [Open to the public]
• Influence for Good: How Social Media Influencers Are Changing the Face of the Digital Landscape [Open to the public]
• Mind Your Mood Student-Led Conference [Open to students and staff]

During the week of 1 to 5 March, the University will also be launching a website which will include an update on the development of the #QUBeWell Mental Health & Wellbeing Framework. More details to follow.

In line with its focus on developing interdisciplinary approaches to research in these areas, SECA welcomes interest from research students in all schools and departments across the university. 

This will most likely be a one-day event, though its final structure will be subject to numbers and the interests of participants. For example, students with common research interests may want to form panels on a particular issue or topic; or the event could be broadened to include career progression/practical sessions. As the workshop will be the first of its kind for the Centre, neither its scope nor its structure is predetermined. However, it is hoped that this will become an annual event. As such, this also presents an opportunity to gain valuable experience in organising an academic event.

To register your interest in participating, and to receive further information, please send an email to Calum at cmcgeown16@qub.ac.uk

This email should include your name, school, year of study, PhD title and research interests. If interested in joining the organising team for this event, indicate this also.

More information on SECA, including its research themes, objectives and other events can be found at https://www.qub.ac.uk/research-centres/SECA/

The programme is based on the ‘Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing’ model by the Public Health Agency, and we are running a variety of events that promote and support student wellbeing. With an event every week of term, from stress-relief yoga to managing anxiety using CBT techniques, there is truly something for everyone!

More information and registering for the events can be found on go.qub.ac.uk/WOWEvents

This will help to protect those at high risk, fight the virus and ultimately help enable us to go back to as normal a way of life as possible.

The lateral flow testing programme does not replace current testing policy for those with symptoms. If any member of the Queen’s community develops symptoms at any time, it is essential that you self-isolate immediately and book a test here.

Your support and commitment is vital in ensuring the campus remains a safe place to live, work and study.