Alumni Magazine Summer 2009 - University of Central Lancashire

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Welcome from the Alumni Team
Another academic year is nearly over and we look forward to
welcoming some 7,000 new graduates to the Alumni
Association. Membership is free and lasts a lifetime – we wish
them every success and look forward to keeping in touch.
Needless to say, the job market has become ever more
challenging. However, futures, our drop in advice centre has
proved highly successful in supporting our students
preparing for the world of work. This service is also available
to you as alumni.
Whether you are seeking employment, changing career or
thinking of setting up your own business, advice and guidance
is available in person, by telephone or by email. Some of you
may consider taking advantage of the 20% discount offered
on most postgraduate course fees. If so, we look forward to
seeing you again at a second award ceremony!
One of many highlights since the last issue has been our
outstanding results from the rigorous, national Research
Assessment Exercise. Rated as having produced “research of
international excellence” in all 17 subject areas submitted for
review, no fewer than 11 were assessed as “containing world
– leading research”. This is a major step change in the
breadth and depth of our increasing research capacity which
is a key area in our future strategy.
Plans for a new of a state of the art indoor sports facility
including a large sports hall, squash courts and activity
In this issue...
Lord Coe backs UCLan Olympic bid 3
Nuclear skills boost for West Cumbria 4
Physiotherapy graduates attend Masterclass 4
First class Sports Therapist goes from strength
to strength 5
The ‘future’ is in your hands 6
UCLan students need you 6
Where are you now? 7
Dental students get their teeth into patient care 8
UCLan success in Times Higher Education
Student Experience Survey 8
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studios, have recently been announced. Scheduled to open in
2010 it will be available not only for alumni, students and staff,
but for the Oceanic 2012 Olympic squad who have already
chosen our outdoor facilities for their pre-Games training.
Still on the sports-front, a recent arrival from the international
golf world is Gary Wolstenholme, former Ryder Cup player, one
of few to have beaten Tiger Woods, and now a member of our
academic staff as a consultant to the International Institute for
Golf Education.
And, finally, as we go to press, the launch of the Worldwise
Learning Centre opens its doors to those with an interest in
international culture and languages. With facilities for digital
conferencing, interpreting and private study, the Centre will
also host cultural workshops, film screenings and lectures will
provide an innovative and stimulating opportunity for students,
staff and the local community alike.
We hope you enjoy this issue of your magazine!
Best Wishes from the Alumni Team
Carolyn Toon
Alumni Relations and Corporate Events Manager
Graduate sets up England’s first community-owned farm 9
UCLan helps Chris Moyles with Kilimanjaro challenge 10
Internal Communication:
making an impact on the environment 10
Charity begins….at work! 11
Unique courses for Burnley 11
Get ahead with UCLan postgraduate courses 12
Every little helps…. 13
Notice Board 14
Editor-in-Chief visits UCLan 14
Memorabilia 16
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