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Students' Union Exciting times for all students! 4th March to 15th March will see our Students’ Union Election candidates’ campaign for them to be elected as your SU Officers. Keep an eye out for online voting which will take place from 18th March to 22nd March. Don’t forget to get involved! How to Vote? Look out for the QR codes and tablets around the College during this week. Election results will be announced on the 25th March. Adam – Your HE Education and Welfare Officer will be ready to meet you in the HE Common Room in the Lister Building. Drop in and have a chat with him about your student experience, resources, and anything else. Contact
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Events
International Women’s Day Celebration The theme of International Women’s Day 2024 is #InspireInclusion. This theme focuses on inspiring others to understand the importance of women’s inclusion and to foster a more inclusive world for women. Come along to show your support for Women! We will be hosting a range of exciting and immersive activities including dance, self-defence, henna, nails, makeup, cakes, raffles, information and support stalls, and much more! Wear purple to show your support. Contact |
UK University & Apprenticeships Search Fair Meet a vast range of university, apprenticeships and careers representatives. Celebrate the different pathways young people take. Engage with exhibitors who will guide you through higher education options. Contact |
Students' Union Iftar Fancy a date? Muslims are taught to break their fast by eating dates before eating their main meal. This is because it is a Sunnah (tradition) of the Prophet (PBUH). Come and join us during this blessed month to learn about the holy month of Ramadan, watch prayers and enjoy a delicious meal. Open to all staff and students. To book email |
Bussing Out Exhibition This immersive exhibition explores an educational policy impacting South Asian, West Indian and African children who migrated to Britain in the 60’s and 70’s from former British colonies. The exhibition will be taking place at the Theatre in The Mill, Bradford University. Read more To book email |
British Science Week The Big Plastic Count JOIN THE UK'S BIGGEST PLASTIC INVESTIGATION For one week in March, thousands of schools, households, community groups and businesses will be coming together to count their plastic waste. We want you to join them. At Bradford College, we are counting our plastic for one week. Join us in separating our rubbish, counting our plastic, and recycling to help our planet! Nearly 100 billion pieces of plastic packaging are thrown away by UK households every year, and just 12% is recycled in the UK. It’s time the government got serious about tackling the plastic crisis. You can help by taking part in The Big Plastic Count! Contact |
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Science Poster Competition Can you design and create a poster about how we can promote sustainability at Bradford College? Think about greener ways to go about our daily lives at college, whether this is recycling, gardening, or less electricity usage. We want to see your brilliant ideas for a chance to win a prize. Submit your work to |
Experiments Workshop Do you want to feel like a mad scientist for the day? Come along to experience science through a sensory and messy way. To book email: |
Science Dome Deep dive into the science of ‘time’ with the Science Dome, a totally immersive experience for our college students. You will experience dinosaurs, rocks, and fossils. This incredible experience will allow you to fly through Earth's Science, Geology, and Geography, all at the same time. Contact |
Women and Girls Mentoring Event As part of International Women’s Day, the WOW Festival Bus is visiting Bradford from 2 - 6 March. We have partnered with Bradford University to host the bus on Wednesday 6th March 2024. The Bronte Lecture Theatre is booked for a speed mentoring event from 10:30am. Unique one-to-one experience for students, who will have an amazing space to meet incredible women, girls, and non-binary young people emerging from different backgrounds, ages and journeys. We only have 50 spaces available so get yourself booked in! To find out more or register email |
Activities
Get Next Level Skills (Click Start) Are you aged 16-30 and want to improve your digital skills to find better jobs and better pay? Then Click Start is for you! The Click Start programme includes over 30 beginner-friendly courses and is completely FREE. Improve your professional and leadership skills and gain life-changing skills that will help to build your confidence and focus on your goals. Register online using the QR Code or click here. |
Pancake Day, Again! Following the huge success of our pancake day celebration, the SU are doing it all over again! Come along for delicious pancakes and scrumptious toppings. Donate what you feel to the Unicef Children's Charity. Contact
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World Water Day Celebrate ‘World Water Day’ the fun way and dive into a day of swimming! This trip will help you become more confident with your swimming skills, have fun, or try something new! To book email |
Creative Writing Competition Who is the most influential female in your life? Write a page explaining who this person is, and how they have inspired you! You could win a voucher and have a chance to visit The Bronte Personage Museum at the end of the academic year! Contact |
Talk Table Podcast Come in and join our podcast with Personal Development Officer Leah. Let’s talk about; Crime and Knife Crime, and any other suggestions you have. The podcast will be recorded and streamed, keep an eye on our website and social media for the updates. To book email: Leah, L.Greaves@bradfordcollege.ac.uk Ep. 1 - Friends and Family | Ep.2 - Drugs Misuse | Ep. 3 - Coming Soon! |
Walk-In Clubs
Minecraft Club Come Explore, Build, Mine, Craft and hopefully avoid Zombies, Slime and Creepers. Contact |
Mindfulness Colouring This calm and relaxed session offers students a way of de-stressing through the art of colouring. Chat about anything that’s on your mind whilst you create beautiful art. Contact |
Come on Board with Board Games Whether you want to spend time on a game that offers you strategic thinking or you want simply to have a good time with your friends, come and test your skills. Contact |
Student-Led Clubs
Environmental Club Every Monday & Wednesday, 12:00-13:00 TBC |
Neurodiversity Club Tue, Mar 19, 12:30-13:30 D21, Lister Building |
LGBTQ+ Club Tue, Mar 5, 12:30-13:30 D21, Lister Building |
Makeup Artistry Club Every Friday, 12:30-14:00 GF-25, David Hockney Building |
Origami Club Every Tuesday, 13:30-14:30 GF-25, David Hockney Building |
Sculpt Club Every Monday, 10:00-12:30 B36, Lister Building |
Movie Screenings
Suffragette (PG-13) Suffragette follows the Suffragette movement in London through the eyes of a young working mother (Carey Mulligan), who joins a radical political movement in the fight for women's voting rights. Contact |
Hidden Figures (PG) The Oscar-nominated drama tells the story of a real-life team of female African- American mathematicians crucial to NASA’s early space program. Contact |
Million Dollar Baby (PG-13) Frankie, an ill-tempered old coach, reluctantly agrees to train aspiring boxer Maggie. Impressed with her determination and talent, he helps her become the best and the two soon form a close bond. Contact |
Sport Activities
Archery Mon, 16:00-17:00 Trinity Green |
Basketball Male Tue, 16:00-18:00 Sports Hall, Trinity Green |
Boxing Mon-Thu, Refer to schedule Unique Fitness, Great Horton Rd |
Cricket Mon & Wed, 16:00-18:00 Sports Hall, Trinity Green |
Dance Fri, 12:15-13:15 GF-25, David Hockney Building |
Fitness & Gym Mon-Fri, Refer to schedule Gym & Dance Studio, Trinity Green |
Football *Female Wed, 16:00-17:00 & Fri, 15:00-16:00 Sports Hall/ 4G Pitch, Trinity Green |
Football *Male Mon, 16:00-18:00 & Fri, 14:00-16:00 Sports Hall/ 4G Pitch, Trinity Green |
Ju-Jitsu Wed, 16:30-18:00 *Female Only Thu, 16:30-18:00 * Mixed Session Dance Studio, Trinity Green |
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Tue, 16:00-18:00 Dance Studio, Trinity Green |
Basketball/ Netball *Female Thu, 16:00-18:00 Sports Hall, Trinity Green |
Racket Sports Tue & Thu, 16:00-18:00 Sports Hall, Trinity Green |
Table Tennis Mon, 12:00-13:00 & Thu, 14:00-16:00 Gym & Dance Studio, Trinity Green |
Walk with Us Fri, 10:00-16:00 Reception, Trinity Green |
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Workshops & Activities
Ramadan Workshop Come together for an introduction into Ramadan, why Muslims fast, the purpose of fasting, and the significance. We will discuss a break down into what goes on during Ramadan, provide clarity and dismiss misconceptions. To book email: |
Easter Baking From mini eggs to chocolate nests, this workshop will definitely make your mouth water! Whether you are expanding your baking skills or learning something new, Easter is the perfect time to put your baking hat on! Contact |
Easter Eggs! Who loves Easter Eggs? We do! Do you fancy winning one? Come along to design an Easter Egg and you could be in with the chance of winning a delicious chocolate egg. How eggcellent! Contact |
Arts & Crafts Do you want to get crafty in Spring? Come along to our Spring crafts workshop to explore all things Spring, from flower wreaths to garden pots! Get stuck in. To book email |
Upcycling Workshop Want to be creative and transform something you own? Explore ways to repurpose materials such as glass bottles, cardboard, and plastic containers, and turn this into Art. To book email |
Pass the Mic Pick up the mic and spit a bar. Rhyme about things that come from your heart. A Lyrical challenge for you to join in. To talk about things that make you sing. What’s weighing you down or making you happy, spit it all out and let’s get chatty. And after your done… Pass the mic on. The lyrical challenge has begun. To book email |
Mother’s Day Card Making Show your Mum, Grandma, Aunty, guardian, or any other woman in your life that you care with a handmade card for Mother’s Day! Contact |
Healthy Living – Make Your Own Protein Balls You’ve learnt how to make a super healthy smoothie, now it’s time for protein balls and health shots! This session aims to educate you in these healthy alternatives to sugar packed foods. To book email: |
Passion for Fashion Do your clothes feel boring and lifeless? Come along to learn how to give your clothes a new life through unique skills such as sewing, embroidery, and more! Contact |
A Room of One’s Own Come along to this inspiring workshop based from a masterpiece written by Virginia Woolf. We will explore how a woman can be financially independent and own a room of her own. To book email |
Climate Change and Health To book email |
Propaganda: Past & Present This session will explore how extremist narratives begin. We will explore examples from history, examining how the conditions of a community fuels fear and frustration, and how extremist groups use this to manipulate people. Delivered by Peace Museum. To book email |
Why Should we be Feminists? Why is feminism vital to planning and building a different and fairer world? To book email |
Kindness, Compassion and Understanding Come along to this inclusive session delivered by the Healthy Minds Apprentices. The award-winning Kindness, Compassion and Understanding (KCU) campaign is an exciting movement aimed at addressing issues around bullying, inequality, hate crime, harassment, discrimination, loneliness, poverty and prejudice. To book email |
CPR – Save a Life Workshop Come along and learn how to save a life through CPR. This will cover when to start CPR, how to give effective CPR, and knowing when to call for help. To book email |
Global Recycling Day Do you want to help pave the way to a greener planet? Help the SU sort rubbish into recyclables and make a change! Contact |
Library
Getting Started - Careers and Employability Some people may have a clear idea of what careers they want to embark upon, while others may not be so sure or are keeping their options open. In addition to the College's Career Coach service, the Library has a number of resources which can support you.
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Storytelling Competition Let your inner author out! We are inviting students and staff to enter our storytelling competition. To enter you can write a story, a play, a comic strip, a poem, or you could create an audio recording, a video or animation. Deadline: Friday, Apr 27, 14:00
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Library Film Club The Library is putting on a screening of Christopher Nolan's 2006 classic "The Prestige", featuring Christian Bale (Batman), Hugh Jackman (Wolverine), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), and the Late David Bowie (Labyrinth). Set in the late 1800s it tells the tale of two competing illusionists who both try to come up with the ultimate magic trick. |
Student Services Support
Staying Put (Domestic Abuse) Are you ever scared of your partner? If you want to have a confidential chat with specialist advocates from Staying Put Kam and Duncan will be available to talk and offer you advice in a safe space. Contact: Kam, Kamaljit@stayingput.org.uk / Duncan, Duncan@stayingput.org.uk |
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