CUSU News and Blogs

WhatNext? Win National Society Award!

WhatNext? Won 'The Opportunities for All' Award and came first runners up for 'The Collaboration Award' at the National Society and Volunteering Awards 2021.

Deaf Accessibility in Video Games

Accessibility is important nowadays, and with all the technology plays a big part in our fast-pacing society, we love our video games.

VACANCY: EMPLOYABILITY LECTURER

Are you passionate about empowering and enabling students to achieve? We are looking for individuals who have the ability and the enthusiasm to motivate, engage and inspire our students.

Erasmus Student Network is celebrating Health & Wellbeing Week

Erasmus Student Network is celebrating Health & Wellbeing Week between 3rd and 10th of May 2021.

Establishing Kuwait Society

We've submitted our APP Student Submission!

The Access and Participation Plan outlines Coventry University’s commitment to improving the experience of underrepresented students during their student journey, and reducing inequalities. The Student Submission allows us to provide feedback to the Coventry University Group on progress and activities, as well as make further recommendations. Read more to find out what we suggested.

VACANCY: EMPLOYABILITY ADMINISTRATOR

We are looking to recruit an Administrator, who will maintain and coordinate high quality administrative systems to support our Employability Department, including Academic administration, Student Unions employability award programmes, timetabling, student enquiries, financial tracking and to support in the delivery of award ceremonies and training events. This role will also include the checking process of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) applications.

Which online courses could help you succeed?

If you need help deciding which direction to take your career in, or want to boost your knowledge of your future sector, an online course can help! Short courses with Future Learn are designed to develop skills specifically relevant to certain degrees and careers. This article explores top careers and courses developed in partnership with Future Learn that can provide a pathway.

Getting experience in schools with CUSU!

So, you want to become a teacher, youth worker, education psychologist, and you need experience in schools for you CV/applications. Well, CUSU got you! We have a few different options for you to choose from…

VACANCY: Training and Development Manager

We are looking to appoint an experienced Training and Development Manager to take a lead role in the successful delivery of essential training activities and initiatives for the UK City of Culture 2021 – City Host Scheme (Coventry). This is an exciting opportunity for someone to showcase their skills and talent by designing and implementing effective training programmes and workshops for up to 5000 volunteers!

How ParliaMentors helped Diana after graduation

Diana Lunca studied International Relations at Coventry University and graduated in 2018. Originally from Romania, she chose to come to Coventry because she liked the interesting programme of study, the diverse range of extracurricular activities and the cultural diversity of the city.

George Hulene (Associate Head of School FBL) on how joining a society increases your employability

Watch George Hulene (Associate Head of School for Student Experience FBL) in the most recent 'In Conversation With' discussing how joining a society can increase your employability once you graduate.

What's it like to be deaf in the workplace?

This article talks about two high-profile deaf employees experiencing discrimination within their workplace or during the application process. How did they achieve the job they were aiming for?

Sport Coventry Sports Awards 2021

We are excited to announce the Sport Coventry Sports Awards are coming.

Sports Awards 2021 Nominations are OPEN

Do you have a member of your club that has gone above and beyond this year to impact students within your club or a club committee which have produced some amazing work. NOMINATE THEM NOW!

International Spotlight; One World Week

Alexandra Nebancea (President of ESN Coventry) chats with fellow student Elodie about her experiences at Coventry University, and how international students can make the most of their experience.

Society Dormancy Refund

We are re-evaluating our society dormancy policy and as result you may be entitled to a refund! Read on to find out if you're eligible.

Student Minds | Student Content Creator

Student Minds are currently leading on the development of a mental health support programme for students across England and Wales during the coronavirus pandemic; Student Space. On Student Space we are developing a number of resources created by clinicians and students.

Growing a Global Community at Coventry University; One World Week

For our 'Global Community' section of One World Week, we spoke to the International Student Support Team at the university, to hear their thoughts on making new connections, maintaining relationships across the world, and how students can develop a sense of community during this time.

SIGMA Free Mathematics and Statistics support for all Coventry University Students

SIGMA offers an amazing free service to all students and staff at Coventry University through mathematic module support. You don't need to be a specific faculty or course, any student looking for help can find it here!