In this week’s episode Olivia, a Student Programme Assistant, is joined by students who completed the Social Inequality Challenge in 2023. Ellen and Maya discuss their project that involved creating an informative and accessible booklet and campaign regarding safety in Exeter in order to help new students feel more confident and safe at university. They share their experiences of completing Grand Challenges, their motivations for joining and the skills they developed throughout the week.
Grand Challenges is a project week in which you work in interdisciplinary groups with other like-minded students to design innovative solutions to real world challenges. Top academics and invited speakers share their views and help you apply your skills and knowledge to a real-life problem. It’s open to all students and sign up for Grand Challenges 2024 is now open! Sign ups close on 28 March 2024.
Sign up for Grand Challenges or find out more on the Grand Challenges webpage.
Gamification in the recruitment process.
What is CPD (Continued Professional Development)?
The Importance of Saying No
In conversation with Ridi, a University of Exeter Student
Bouncing back after a job rejection
In Conversation with Daisy Anderson, Founder of ROOBARB’S
Top tips for securing a role in the Green sector
In Conversation with Maisie, from the Enactus Society
Introducing Aspiring Educators
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Jobs in the Green Sector
In conversation with Jo Whitfield, National Officer for Beat.
Graduate Labour Market Update, February 2022
In Conversation with Sarah Burne James, Solution Architect at IBM
Digital capabilities and the digital skills gap
In Conversation with Claire Barrett, Director at APIsFirst
What is disruptive thinking?
Efficiency vs Perfectionism when starting out in a job or internship
Introducing Grand Challenges
How to Choose Your Referees
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