Title:

10 Down 10 to Go! Designing our future

When:

08.07.2013 – 08.07.2013 18.00 – 21.30

Where:

Sallis Benney Theatre, University of Brighton – Brighton

Category:

CUPP Events

Description

10 Down 10 to Go! Designing our future

In 2013 Cupp is 10 years old and we will be holding a celebratory event in central Brighton on 8th July starting at 6pm.

As well as celebrating everyone’s achievements our theme for the year is to explore the future vision for Brighton as a community engaged University. Whilst the University of Brighton and community partners have made real strides in the last decade to work together for mutual benefit we are hoping to generate an ambitious vision that will help us develop over the next 10 years.

This event will contribute to this process and will include a keynote talk from Professor Sir David Watson, Principal of Green Templeton College, Oxford and Vice Chancellor of University of Brighton when Cupp was initiated in 2003. David Watson will explore the historical dynamics of the relationship between universities and the communities which founded and sustain them. His core proposition is that communities made universities before universities helped to make communities.Taking Brighton, and the experience of CUPP as an example, he will attempt to analyse how the resulting relationships work at their best, and to identify the key inhibitors of progress, from either side. He will conclude with a series of challenges to CUPP, to the University of Brighton, and to its current and potential partners. (See David Watson’s Biog)

There will also be contributions from university staff, students and community partners who have been instrumental in the work. We will also discuss the challenges and opportunities this presents to a conventional university like the University of Brighton.

The event is free to attend and we really hope as many of you can come as possible.

Outline for the evening

6.00pm

Welcome: Julian Crampton

10 years down! David Wolff will showcase some of the outstanding community university partnership working that has taken place over the last 10 years

6.30pm

10 to Go! Future perspectives – interviewed by Angie Hart

A University leader, researcher, community partner and student will be interviewed live to hear their views and vision

7pm

Universities and their communities: the longer view by David Watson followed by questions and comments

8pm

Drinks and light eats

To book a place, please complete the online booking form

If you would like any further information please contact Beth Lovell or Suze Cruttwell

Venue

Venue: Sallis Benney Theatre, University of Brighton
Street: 58-67 Grand Parade
ZIP: BN2 0JY
City: Brighton
State: East Sussex
Country: UK

Description

Due to the severe shortage of parking spaces at Grand Parade, we recommend that delegates travel to the event by public transport if at all possible.

Article supplied by The University of Brighton

Dates announced for annual Brighton graduate show

Event 1-12 June 2013

This summer more than 15,000 visitors are expected to visit the biggest showcase of architecture, fine art, design, film and performance anywhere in the south-east. After years of creative and critical study, over 500 final-year graduates from the Faculty of Arts will show their work at the annual University of Brighton Faculty of Arts Graduate Show.

This free public show will fill the university’s city centre Grand Parade and Pavilion Parade buildings. Works will be sold and graduates receive commissions, as visitors search out those destined to follow the footsteps of alumni such as fashion designer Julien Macdonald OBE or Turner Prize winners such as Keith Tyson and Rachel Whiteread CBE.

Following the popularity of the event in previous years, this year’s opening times have been extended, now giving visitors almost two weeks to explore, examine and engage with the work and the graduates behind it. There will be a range of live performances, static works and interactive exhibitions.

Graduates featured in recent shows have already become recognised names, such as Kyle Bean, Illustration BA(Hons) whose work has been commissioned by Selfridges, Diesel and the New York Times; Fred Butler, Fashion Design BA(Hons), whose fashion accessories have been worn by Lady Gaga and Sigur Ros; and Jade Pybus, Performance and Visual Art Music BA(Hons) whose compositions have featured in a Ford Focus advert and on NME’s website.

Some of the Faculty’s upcoming graduates are already making their mark. Designer Emma Whiting recently featured on the BBC Radio 4′s Today programme discussing her groundbreaking design and craft work.

Puma images emerge on these shoes as they age – a design by final year student Emma Whiting, Design and Craft BA(Hons)

The 2013 exhibition will be open to the public from Saturday 1 June and close on Wednesday 12 June at the Faculty of Arts, University of Brighton, Grand Parade, Brighton, BN2 0JY.

Grand Parade:
Thursday & Friday 10am–8pm
Saturday & Sunday 12–5pm
Monday to Wednesday 10am–6pm

Pavilion Parade
(History of Art and Design courses) open 10am–4pm Monday-Friday, 12–5pm Saturdays and closed Sundays

Specific show times may vary. Please note this event is free.

For a preview of the work and to recommend favourite exhibits follow us on Twitter @artsbrighton and share your views using the hashtag #gradshow13.

Article supplied by The University of Brighton

Exclusive

Offers At Forty Brighton Marina Venues

Register Online Today For Your 2013 Gold Advantage Card

Article supplied by Brighton Marina

http://www.brightonmarina.co.uk/find-us/advantage-card.aspx

David Willetts, Minister for Universities and Science, said Brighton was one of the country’s leading universities to benefit from the cash injection to boost cutting-edge research and innovation projects.

Sixteen schemes will be allocated a share of the money by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) Catalyst Fund to work with business and support the UK’s economic recovery.

The projects are expected to help create more than 500 new companies, 1,200 products and 3,000 jobs – adding more than £3bn to the UK economy.

Mr Willetts said: “Universities and colleges are vital to the UK’s economy. The extra £50m will harness the potential for growth across the regions, focus on our world-class industrial sectors, and create a skilled workforce for the future. It will support cutting-edge innovation and research projects and keep us ahead in the global race.”

The amount of money allocated to the University of Brighton, to be announced at a later date, will support the university’s Green Growth Platform which links the knowledge assets of the university with 1,000 high-growth-potential small-to-medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and private, public and third-sector partners, with the aims of supporting innovation, addressing skills shortages and improving growth in low-carbon environmental goods and services sectors.

It will focus on four areas: sustainable buildings and retrofit; renewable energy; recycling and waste; and water.

The project links two of Sussex’s most dynamic growth areas, Brighton and Crawley, and specifically addresses a key aspect of Brighton’s City Deal – exploiting the potential of the city to be an economic powerhouse in eco-technologies.

Private companies, local authorities and education institutions involved with the University of Brighton bid include: British Gas, Mears, Southern Water, Ricardo, South Downs Solar, Downs Energy, GeoEnvironmental, Eco Technology Show, West Sussex County Council, Brighton and Hove City Council, Crawley Borough Council, Coast to Capital LEP, Central Sussex College, City College Brighton and Hove, Northbrook College, Shoreham Port Authority, Freedom Leisure, Housing 21, Business Support Kent, West Sussex Sustainable Business Partnership, and Bioregional.

The University of Brighton’s project was put together by Zoe Osmond, Business Development Manager for environmental sectors. She said:

“This is exciting news. The university is committed to continuing to support local economic development and the creation of jobs across Sussex. Our proposal builds on our strengths of working in partnership with the private and public sector, supporting SMEs and our own commitment to sustainable development. In addition, it allows us to apply our research and innovation expertise to support the transition to a low carbon economy.

“We look forward to working with partners to help ensure the success of major green economy initiatives, such as the Sussex Energy Saving Programme for mass retrofit of buildings across the county. We have been really pleased by the way this proposal has been received and the support it has attracted.”

Find out more about the university supporting companies in environmental sectors.

Article supplied by The University of Brighton

Says Leaders’ Sussex Director, Jane Wilkinson: “This is yet another distressing case of a letting agent disappearing owing its clients’ money. Unfortunately we have seen far too many cases like this in the 30 years we have been in the industry.

“As the private rented sector grows, more people are using letting agents, unaware that there is no proper regulation governing them, and in particular over how they handle client money. This case highlights the fundamental lack of controls on letting agents, which people need to be aware of so that they can take steps to protect themselves.”

Leaders advice to landlords and tenants is simple. You are only protected if you use an agent that is a member of a professional body such as ARLA, NAEA or RICS. These organisations are self-regulating and ensure that clients’ money is held in separate, ring-fenced accounts and properly protected.

“But it’s not only about money,” says Jane: “Letting and managing rented property requires in-depth knowledge of the many rules and regulations governing residential lettings.

“Letting agents should have the resources, knowledge and training to look after every single tenancy correctly and efficiently. If not, major problems can arise for landlords, who are ultimately liable for the actions – or inactions – of their agent. For tenants it can literally be a matter of life and death if legislation regarding the safety of the property and its contents is not complied with, for example gas, electrical and fire safety regulations.

“When you consider the many potential risks to the public, it is shocking that any person or organisation can become a letting agent, with no training, qualifications or financial probity. Until there is proper regulation in place, unprofessional, unqualified and unethical agents will continue operate to the detriment of unwitting landlords and tenants. This is particularly worrying at a time when more and more people are turning to the private rented sector for their housing needs.”

Leaders advise landlord and tenants to make sure their chosen agent is a member of a professional body such as ARLA or RICS, that they have Client Money Protections, qualified staff, many years experience and ideally specialise purely in lettings.

Leaders are members of ARLA, SAFEagent and The Property Ombudsman. For advice you can trust on all aspects of letting and renting please contact your local Leaders branch or visit www.leaders.co.uk:

Brighton North Laine, New Rd: 01273 675571
Brighton, Western Rd: 01273 720714
Brighton, Fiveways: 01273 561534
Hove: 01273 321721

To find an ARLA, NAEA or RICS member letting agent visit:
www.arla.co.uk
www.naea.co.uk
or www.rics.org

“I was first attracted to work for American Express because of the exciting and challenging nature of the role.

The challenge is to collect money in a friendly yet assertive manner and to solve any problems the card holder may have experienced. I have learned useful negotiation skills, and this activity is enriched by the necessity of using dual languages: speaking German and writing/speaking in English.  For me this means staying in touch with my mother tongue, German.

I enjoy the team spirit at American Express and my team leader is very supportive and ensures that I am able to develop professionally beyond the specific job expectation. Altogether, American Express has many opportunities to develop your skills and experience.”

As a truly global business, German is just one of the many languages we look for at American Express. If you’d like to join Nickova and build your future, then take a look at our latest job opportunities right here

We go through the decision to make BrightonandHoveJobs.com, the recruitment of each individual team member and how we decided to make GatwickDiamondJobs.com…all with a little twist!

We really hope you enjoy it, lets us know if you do!

Part 1

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There is still more to come but we thought you may like to read them all in order to catch up!

Volunteers help out in the charities ten shops, at the Hospice itself and in the community. Every year the charity’s fundraising events raise more than half a million pounds, their volunteers help make that happen.

The Volunteer Information Day will be a chance to talk to other volunteers, find out what the charity offers volunteers and how you can get involved.

Alison Booker, Volunteer Manager at the Martlets Hospice said

“Our volunteers play a huge part in helping the Martlets maintain its vital services and have become an essential part of life here. Volunteering for the Martlets is a chance to make new friends, learn new skills and it could even help you back to work. So if you’ve ever thought about volunteering for the your local hospice pop along on the 6th to find how. Whether it’s a day a week or a couple of hours a month we’d love to hear from you!”

The event is being held at the Martlets Hospice, Wayfield Avenue, Hove on Thursday 6th June as a drop in between 2pm and 7pm. Anyone interested in volunteering for the Hospice but not able to attend the event should contact the Volunteer Team at the Hospice on 01273 747455 or visit www.themartlets.org.uk for more information.

Article supplied by Martlets Hospice

Charity Chuckle

Stand-up for local charity – Safety Net

Come and have a great night out with an amazing comedy line-up, with proceeds benefitting local child safety charity, Safety Net.
www.safety-net.org.uk

Headliner is Carl Donnelly seen on TV’s “Mock the Week” and “Russell Howard’s Good News”.

Other acts to be announced!
Tues 11th JUNE – The Latest Music Bar
Doors: 8.00pm Show: 8.30pm
Price: £8/£5 concessions
See The Latest Music Bar website for more details and booking: http://thelatest.co.uk/musicbar/programme-june-2013

Hope to see you there!

www.charitychuckle.co.uk

Article supplied by Safety Net

Rye are proudly celebrating their 260th season of playing cricket this year, and with the celebration including a game against the Lashings World XI, Sussex Cricket were delighted to hand over some coloured clothing to save the club having to invest in kit for this one off occasion.

Given the vibrant junior section at the Club, it felt appropriate to send Sussex’s two new junior professionals, Harry Finch and Callum Jackson, along to hand over the shirts. Incidentally, both Harry and Callum are both from East Sussex and played junior cricket at their local clubs. Over 100 members of the Club were in attendance at the evening and they will face the Lashings on Sunday 26th May at the Rye Cricket Salts.

Sussex’s Head of Cricket Development Tim Shutt said, “We’re delighted to be able to help Clubs like Rye who are rightfully celebrating a magnificent achievement. It is extremely important that the support from the Sussex Cricket Board reaches all our clubs regardless of their geography. Furthermore, with last year’s bad weather, local clubs suffered financially and Sussex Cricket is very aware of the vital role clubs play in the success of both the recreational and professional game.”

Article supplied by Sussex County Cricket Club