What's happening in February 2025

Shape CCCU’s Future – complete your student survey now!

Each year, students have the chance to share feedback about their wider student experience and there are plenty of ways you can have your say.

Calling all final year undergraduates and postgraduate students! This is your chance to shape CCCU’s future by completing your student survey today! Cash prizes are available!

Students on foundation courses, level four, and five students can also have an impact on what the University by writing a WhatUni Review! Help inspire and support future students and you’ll be entered into a cash price draw!

Upcoming opportunities to share your student voice include:

• The Equitable Student Outcomes Advisory Panel (ESOAP) is now accepting applications, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes and more!

• Students’ Union Annual Members Meeting, 6 February, 3 – 4pm in Verena Holmes. Come find out what benefits are available to you through CCSU and stay for FREE pizza.

• Feedback to the Library Team on how they can improve their support, services, resources, and facilities on 14 February, 10am – 3pm in Augustine House.

• The University has launched a Transformational Change Programme to ensure CCCU remains successful and financially sustainable, while enhancing the experience for both students and staff. Find out more about the programme  or come along to the Students' Union Ask the VC event on 13 March at the SU Hub, Mary Seacole Building. 

Let’s talk

Time to Talk Day is on 6 February and it’s the UK’s biggest conversation on mental health. This is your chance to come together, break down barriers around mental health, and have positive experiences.

This month, get involved in two StressLess events on 6 and 11 February. Make connections, meet new people, get crafty, and maybe even enjoy a FREE hot chocolate.

Here are other ways to look out for yourself this month and beyond:

• Join the Report + Support Team and the Rising Sun Charity on 12 February in the SU Hub to discuss what a healthy relationship looks like and how to set healthy boundaries. You’ll also be in for a chance to win a FREE CCCU hoodie!

• Sign up for one of the SU’s Don’t Burn Out! Campaign puppy therapy sessions for some much needed puppy cuddles on 20 February in the SU Hub.

• Be part of this year’s Zine making project focusing on wellbeing and mental health. Peek into our Archives for imagery, text, quotes, medical advice, and more on 25 February in AH1.41.

• TABLEtalk happens every Thursday at Medway with a new theme every week. It’s a great space to connect with others and enjoy something new. 
  
  
• Come to one of our regular wellbeing events throughout the week. All are welcome to come along for a FREE cuppa and stay for a chat.

Kickstart your future

February is the perfect time to start thinking about your future and there are so many opportunities at CCCU to get you started!

• Stop by Touchdown every Tuesday and Thursday in February to learn about Handshake, your new online Careers and Enterprise Service.

• Attend one of our careers workshops to learn new skills that will help launch your future career.

• Signup for the How to Make Money Programme and turn that business ideal in a reality!

• If you’re a final year student, book onto one of the Learn to Drive Fund sessions and see how you can get behind the wheel even sooner.

Your student Life

Maximise your student life beyond your studies with these key events in February: 

• We’re proud to celebrate LGBT+ History Month with our inclusive and compassionate environment and have a programme of events and initiatives for you to get involved in. From craft sessions, to workshops there is plenty of opportunities to take part, be an ally and show support.

• Connect with your Students’ Union at their welcome back sessions on 5 and 6 February to learn about the many societies and sports clubs available to you as a CCCU student.

• Earn while you learn and join the Student Ambassador programme! Sign up to attend the next recruitment day on 14 February!

• Student Volunteering week is 10 – 14 February. So why not connect with our friendly volunteering team or attend one of their workshops and find out about some of the great opportunities on offer!

Other events and activities

• February’s Curzon Film Club will show Romeo and Juliet on 10 February at 6pm and Cleo de 5 a 7 on 24 February at 6pm. Stick around after the films to engage in thoughtful discussions.

• Medway drop in Academic Success Session with the Learning Skills Team on 13 February to get your questions answered and learn new skills. Or book a one-to-one with a member of the Learning Skills Team.

• Inaugural Lecture: Professor Abdullahi Ahmed discusses The Human-Technology Nexus: Transforming Systems for a Human-Centric Net Zero Future in the Built Environment on 18 February, 6 – 7.30pm.

• Professorial Beacon Lecture Series: Professor Angela Pickard, 'How can the arts save humanity?' 26 February, 6 – 7.30pm. The second of a new lecture series showcasing the research of CCCU professors.

• Join the Medway Campus Chaplain for a day trip to Oxford on 8 March. Register by 3 March to secure your spot on the coach for only £8. 
  
  
• Get inspired by one of the many Arts and Culture events during the month of February – with live musical performances, film features, PG Exhibits, and more!

Celebrating our successes

• January’s graduation ceremonies welcomed iconic and inspirational figures from the worlds of children’s TV, art, journalism, law, and faith to receive Honorary Doctorates.

• CCCU ranked 5th in the south east outside of London for sustainability in the UK’s People & Planet University League.

• CCCU Games Design graduates have launched a new game after securing industry funding.