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21/02/2023

Have you visited the University LGBTQ+ History Month Exhibition in the Marlowe Building yet? With stories from famous q***r authors and q***r students on campus, to a timeline of Kent’s q***r history, it’s a must see this February!

26/01/2023

Friday 27 January is Holocaust Memorial Day.

Find out why this day is so important, and how to fight prejudice and discrimination.

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Slide 1:
Holocaust Memorial Day.
Friday 27 January.
Find out why this day is so important, how to fight prejudice and discrimination.

Slide 2:
The Holocaust.
Between 1941 and 1945, six million Jews were murdered by the N***s during the Holocaust.
The N***s also murdered millions of others including Roma, Gypsy and Sinti people, people with disabilities, gay people, and many whose political views or religious beliefs threatened the N**i regime.

Slide 3:
Holocaust Memorial Day.
On 27 January 2000, the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest N**i death camp, 46 governments signed the Stockholm Declaration and founded Holocaust Memorial Day.
This day is to remember the millions murdered during the Holocaust, under N**i Persecution and in subsequent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and later Darfur.

Slide 4:
Light the Darkness.
On 27 January at 16:00, you are invited remember pause and reflect by placing a battery-operated tea light in your window to honour Holocaust victims and show you stand against prejudice and hatred today.
These candles are available
free from Mandela Reception and Drill Hall helpdesk.

Slide 5:
Etty Hillesum Exchange.
Friday 24 February, 19:00, Canterbury Cathedral Lodge.
An evening dedicated to the Dutch-Jewish writer Etty Hillesum (b.1914) who was murdered in 1943 by the N***s in Auschwitz.
With lectures from former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, and director of the Etty Hillesum Research Centre Klaas Smelik.
Find out more and book:
Etty.Eventbrite.co.uk

Slide 6:
Experienced hate or discrimination?
You can report incidents of assault, harassment, and hate via the REPORT + SUPPORT tool, with or without giving your name.
ReportAndSupport.kent.ac.uk
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21/01/2023

Tomorrow! Come along to take a break from your studies and enjoy free popcorn and a movie 🍿

16/01/2023

Whether you’re captivating at cards or a boss at board games, settle back into the spring term at the Turing Welcome Back Games Night!

15/01/2023

Bring along some friends or pop along to meet some new ones at Tuesday’s Eliot College Board Games Night! ♟️🎲🧩

08/01/2023

Back on campus before term starts? Pop along to the Rutherford Games Night this Tuesday!! ♟️🎲

25/10/2022

Whether you want to flex your green fingers or want to practice some outdoor mindfulness, volunteering at Kent COG is the perfect activity this October! 🌿🌱

19/07/2022

Fancy having a go at making Focaccia, the classic Italian bread?

The CCL team are giving away 25 free Focaccia kits to Postgraduates, so you can make Focaccia in your own kitchen.

The kits will include all the ingredients to make twelve servings of Focaccia, so you can enjoy by yourself or share with friends and family.

Kit Includes: Strong bread flour, dried fast action yeast, fine sea salt, olive oil, flaky sea salt, rosemary and step by step instructions.

You will also need: A large mixing bowl, and a shallow tin (25 x 35cm). We have equipment that we can loan to you, but the shallow tin numbers are limited.

Book your free kit here: https://www.kent.ac.uk/events/event/55780/post-grad-summer-give-away
and your Focaccia kit will be ready for collection on Friday 22nd of July from 12 noon till 4pm from the Locke Building.

16/07/2022

Are you a postgraduate student looking for an opportunity to take a break and relax? Why not sign up and join in for a lovely day of mindfulness in the Darwin Rose Garden 🌹🌹!

We will talk about the basics of mindfulness practice and how it can help us to deal with stress. Part of this session will be short meditations in a small group setting.

The session will be run by Miriam, one of the College Life Officers at the University of Kent.

Please wear comfortable and weather appropriate clothing which allows you to sit on a mat outdoors. In case of bad weather we will meet in the College and Community Life Office in Locke Building (above the Co-op on the Jarman Plaza - entrance is by the red post box).

Mats will be provided, please bring a water bottle (and sunscreen if applicable).

Sign up and more information available here: http://ow.ly/tW9c50JXtkU

29/06/2022

“I found community, but I also found another piece of myself. The Blooming Brushes programme has been the best goodbye gift, and an experience I will always cherish.”

In the new CCL blogpost, students share their experience of the Blooming Brushes programme, which consisted of five sessions guided by local artists, sharing their technical expertise through demonstrations, workshops, and thought-provoking creative activities.

Read the full story here: http://ow.ly/jqaH50JKhZy

20/06/2022

We appreciate that when moving out, extra rubbish can be generated but we want to work to reduce any impact on the local community 🙌
To find out how to make this transition easier, why not give a read to the new blog post 'Moving out of your student house' and find out how you can deal with the bins and waste, unwanted items and bulky waste disposal both effectively and sustainably 🚮♻️!

You can find the blog post here:
http://ow.ly/5i9050JBt0Y

13/06/2022

Looking for new relaxing activates? Why not sign up to this Introduction to Mindfulness and take a break from exam thoughts in the lovely Rutherford Commemorative Garden✨

We will talk about the basics of mindfulness practice and how it can help us to deal with stress! A wonderful way to kickstart your Tuesday🙏

Sign up here:
http://ow.ly/vJMA50JwjAn

10/06/2022

Come along to this summer mindfulness event at 2-3pm on Wednesday 15 June at the Kent Community Oasis Garden🪴🧘

Learn about more outdoor opportunities as well as participate in:

🌼 Introduction to mindfulness through a mindful eating exercise
🌼 Guided outdoor meditation about sounds and thoughts

Not sure how to find the KentCOG? meet at Woody's at 13:45 to walk there together!

Book your place now via TARGETConnect!

31/05/2022

Looking for a fun and active activity for Wednesday?

Why not come and join us on the College and Community Bike Ride! 🚴

These rides are suitable for all riders (from beginners to experts) and all types of bikes and offer a great way to have some fun, de-stress, meet new people and explore the natural beauty that surrounds our campus🙌

The ride will be hosted by a professional Mountain Bike Coach.

You will need your own bike and helmet to participate. However, you can hire a bike from Kent Cycle Hire, and we have helmets to borrow should you need them!

For more details and booking your free place, visit http://ow.ly/pRlm50Jm8Az

28/05/2022

Give back to your local community by joining the College and Community Life team for litter picking!🚯

Happening on Monday 30 May from 12:30-14:00. Meet at the Locke Building!

Book your space today to make a difference to the spaces around us and also earn some employability points 🌳🌞

27/05/2022

Take a break from the busy schedule of the exam season and join Miriam, a College Life Officer, for a relaxing mindfulness walk during which you get to explore the quieter spaces in the Canterbury campus 🌿 This is a perfect opportunity to get an introduction to mindfulness practices in a friendly environment and company.

The walk will start outside the College and Community Life office at Locke Building (opposite Jarman Building). From here the journey will continue to Park Wood College via the Park Wood footpath exploring the woods and the Kent Community Oasis Garden.

Book your free space here:
http://ow.ly/O9To50Jjyqx

25/05/2022

Lightsabers at the ready... Find out how strong the force is within you and compete in this epic Star Wars Quiz at K-Bar🤩!

Please book a space for each person that wants to take part at the event page http://ow.ly/esbo50Jhm9Q

May the Force Be With You✨

24/05/2022

If you fancy catching up with a friendly face and meeting other people from other academic courses during this exam time, then come along as usual for a shared lunch in Rutherford🍱🍴!

Just grab a chair and have a seat with the RLAs who will be wearing light-blue RLA T-shirts or hoodies!✨

24/05/2022

Explore the work Kent students have produced using a variety of different artistic mediums in this free art exhibition, showcasing the work by students on the Blooming Brushes Art Programme.

This work is the culmination of the Blooming Brushes Art Project, where each attendee was asked to share their unique experiences and expressions of "Community".

Free entry and no booking needed! Please come along any-time between 1-5pm.

18/05/2022

Put on your detective hats, gather your friends or flatmates and work together to catch the killer in this exciting interactive murder mystery event!

Your team will interview the suspects, examine the evidence and try to avoid the sneaky red herrings. Put your sleuthing skills to the test and work together to catch the killer in this original production by University of Kent Players 🕵️!

Group tickets (6 people) £42. Individual tickets £7.50.

For more information and to claim your tickets visit:
http://ow.ly/XM4u50J9Ugv

17/05/2022

Take a break from studies this Saturday afternoon and join your College Residential Life Assistants for some light-hearted fun with lawn games in the beautiful Darwin Rose Gardens ☀️!

Come alone, or bring your friends and get ready for some laughter and tears, as you have the opportunity to try your hand at a range of light-hearted games on the lawn⛳

Your Residential Life Assistants will be on hand, and look forward to seeing you there.

This is not a ticketed event, so pop along and stay as long as you want!

17/05/2022

Looking for a fun and active activity for Wednesday?

Why not come and join us on the College and Community Bike Ride! 🚴

These rides are suitable for all riders (from beginners to experts) and all types of bikes and offer a great way to have some fun, de-stress, meet new people and explore the natural beauty that surrounds our campus🙌

The ride will be hosted by a professional Mountain Bike Coach.

You will need your own bike and helmet to participate. However, you can hire a bike from Kent Cycle Hire, and we have helmets to borrow should you need them!

For more info and booking visit:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/events/event/52533/rutherford-college-and-community-ride

13/05/2022

Join us for a mindfulness walk to explore the quieter spaces in the Canterbury campus get a introduction to mindfulness practice! 🌿

The walk is run by Miriam, a College Life Officers at the university, and starts outside the College and Community Life office at Locke Building (opposite Jarman Building). From here we will make our way to Eliot College via Rutherford College and finish at Darwin College.

Please book your space here: http://ow.ly/cQuN50J7NyN

13/05/2022

Don't eat breakfast alone!🍳🥞☕

Start the day in the company of your friendly Residential Life Assistants and people in your College.

Come to Dolche Vita on Sun 15 May from 8:30-9:30 - no booking needed!

12/05/2022

A polite reminder from the CCL team to be mindful of others during this exam term...

As exams are online, people will be using their rooms as both a revision and exam space. So, be considerate and aware of your nose levels impacting others will they study📚

Remember you can report anti-social noise on campus by calling Campus Security or using the SafeZone App.

27/04/2022

Looking for off-campus accommodation?🏡

Here are some tips on finding a property from the Housing Guide made by Kent Union and the Kent Hospitality...

For more information visit https://kentunion.co.uk/here-for-you/advice/housing -for-off-campus-accommodation

26/04/2022

This Stalking Awareness Week, do you know the signs to look out for and what to do if you or a friend are being stalked?

Visit https://www.protectionagainststalking.org for more information on the signs and support available.

You can use Report + Support - a confidential online service to make it easier for you to report sexual misconduct, assault, harassment, bullying, discrimination or hate incidents.

25/04/2022

WE'RE HIRING! 🥳

Are you a highly motivated postgraduate, or undergraduate in your second, third or fourth year?

Are you keen to contribute to building a strong sense of community in the Colleges and welcome and support students living in uni accommodation?

Why not apply to become a Residential Life Assistant for next academic year?

Contact the head of CCL via [email protected] to request a job description and apply by 6 May! 🗓

19/04/2022

Looking for something to do in the Easter break?🤔

Why not check out Kent Voices - podcasts by and for our Kent community, covering interesting topics from healthy relationships to Exam Calm.

Listen now via KentPlayer!🎙

13/04/2022

We are going to do another Easter egg hunt on tomorrow, also open for staff! Find the hidden eggs around campus and bring them to the Locke building to claim your Easter treat ( 1-egg per person) 🐣 🐰!

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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It's Anti-Bullying Awareness Week and bullying is never ok. You can report incidents of bullying through the University's reporting tool, Report + Support.

Enjoy your nights out knowing that if you find yourself feeling unsafe at our campus' venues, you can go to the bar and ask for 'Angela'. The bar staff will help you out or call you a taxi - without drawing attention to it. Consent. Get it. Full Stop.