COMMS WEEK 2

Dear Downing Undergrads 
 
Welcome to Week 2! I’m just gonna take a moment to shamelessly plug the RAG COMMITTEE 2016-17 APPLICATIONS! Following the election of next year’s President/Chair/Secretary/ Treasurer, there are 36 positions still be filled for next year’s committee. For the role descriptions & online application form check out the website or event. RAG is a really fun, rewarding thing to be a part of- it can be as low or high a commitment as you want, and it’s a great thing to add to the ol’ CV. I would encourage freshers going into second year especially to consider being involved in this. *Plug over*. 
 
Have a good week everyone- don’t work too hard (if past papers & deadlines are getting you down, consider signing up to the first bulletin as a cheeky 45 minute revision break). 
 
Comms love, 
Tasha Smith 
JCR Communications Officer 
Taken a few hours before it started snowing… 
 
Psychological Study Work 
1. Study on Alcohol (Get paid to drink red wine!) 
 
Things to Go See 
1. Speakeasy @ the Union (Friday 29th April
 
SUMMER 2016: JOBS, INTERNSHIPS & VOLUNTEERING  
1. *May Week*: Sidney Sussex May Ball Work 
2. Cambridge Hands-On Science Summer Placement 
3. Teach English to Students in China (Learning Journey) 
4. Teach English to Students in China (Gotoco, Formerly IVSC) 
 
OTHER STUFF 
1. Cantapp
 
 
*********************************************Psychological Study Work *********************************************
 
1. Study on Alcohol 
 
I am part of research team at the Behaviour & Health Research Unit. We are conducting a study  on the effects of alcahol on cognitive task performance amongst female students, funded by the department of health.
If you are a female student, aged 18 or over, and would be willing to take part in a study involving drinking red wine, I would be grateful if you would consider taking part in this study. 
The study takes about 45 minutes, for which you will be paid £10. It will be held at the BCNI, which is located at Sir William Hardy building, Downing Street, Cambridge CB2 3EB. The BCNI has a separate entrance to the main building entrance – please find the map attached. 
 
If you would be happy to participate, find below the link for the available slots in March and April. There is no need to create an account on this website, simply select the slot and then enter your details. If you would prefer a different slot from those listed, please email me ([email protected]) to arrange a different time to take part.  You’ll notice that there is more time allowed in the slots (1 hr 15 mins), however, the session typically takes 45 minutes to be completed.
 
 
Thank you!
Zorana Zupan 
 
***************************************************Things to Go See******************************************************
 
1. Speakeasy @ the Union (Friday 29th April
 
Speakeasy, Cambridge's own sell-out poetry slam, is returning for one night only this Easter Term on Friday the 29th at 8pm -- and this time it's taking over the Union Bar for a very special charity event! Come hear the brilliant feature poets, or sign up yourself to join the ever-popular Open Slam!
Entry is completely free and for absolutely everyone (you don't have to be a Union member or a Speakeasy regular!) but we will be collecting donations for Survivors' Poetry, a national charity that seeks to promote poetry by survivors of mental distress. No reservation is needed for the event - simply show up on the night!
Anyone can sign up to read 3 minutes of their own poetry in the slam - just post on the event wall (https://www.facebook.com/events/904257993013931/) or send me a message ([email protected]).
 
 
 
***************************SUMMER 2016: JOBS, INTERNSHIPS & VOLUNTEERING*******************************
 
 
1. Sidney Sussex May Ball- Job Opportunity 
 
Sidney Sussex May Ball is still looking for a team of workers who will help the Committee in the process of cleaning up the college after the Ball. The pay for working approximately 4 hours after the Ball is £35.
If interested, please email[email protected]
 
 
 
2. Cambridge Hands-On Science 
 
CHaOS is a student society which aims to show children and families that science can be fun and exciting, and something that they can understand. We're now recruiting bio-natscis, phys-natscis, engineers, medics, vets, mathmos and more for our 2016 Summer Roadshow – where we take a minibus of volunteers, a van full of experiments and camp around the UK for 7 weeks of the summer (27th of June - 10th of August), visiting schools, town halls and Scout jamborees.

What would I do?
Most volunteers come on the roadshow with us for around a week. You'd get to talk to lots of children and families, while playing with fun/noisy/messy science/maths/engineering experiments, explaining what's going on. In the evening we relax, sharing funny stories from the day over dinner, sometimes BBQs(!), at the campsite. It's great fun, fantastic for experience in engaging with the public, and much better than a week of real work! This year we're heading to the South West and you can sign up here http://www.chaosscience.org.uk/tour-signup-2016. No is experience necessary (we are running a training session before the Roadshow), food, transport and accomodation are all provided! 
 
For more information have a look at our website http://www.chaosscience.org.uk/volunteers_home or get in touch using [email protected]
 
 
 
3. Teach English to Students in China! (Learning Journey)
 
Our program aims to provide an opportunity for local students to interact with English native speakers in order to increase their confidence to speak English, and improve the students’ English communication skills. You will partner with one Chinese university student, design lesson plans, and teach about 24 local students together.
Date: July 11 - Aug 18, 2016
Location: Pingxiang Middle School, Pingxiang, Jiangxi Province
Stipend: up to £ 600; Free accommodation & food
Application Deadline: 1st May (Rolling)

Please email [email protected] to request for an application form.
 
 
 
4. Teach English to Students in China! Gotoco (formerly IVSC)
 

 

Gotoco still has some places open for anyone hoping to join our 2016 summer camp programmes across China. Teach Chinese children English and gain a TEFL certificate, while learning all about Chinese culture and exploring one of the most diverse countries in the world. Apply today and have an unforgettable summer! 
Where? Gotoco runs summer camps across China, in both urban and rural locations. Get lost in beautiful scenery in Yangshuo, Guangxi or jump into the hustle and bustle of Beijing, Chongqing and Shanghai. Whatever you’re interested in, Gotoco's got the place for you. We run camps in more than ten locations throughout China, offering a mixture of culture, history and adventure.
 
When? Early July – early September, exact dates vary for each programme
Cost? Free of charge! We provide accommodation and meals, with no additional fees. Just buy your flights and visa and come join us in China
Unique because at the end of each programme, we guarantee every volunteer free accommodation for a week in Yangshuo, Guangxi, one of the most beautiful and fun places to visit in China
Check out our website to find out more www.go-to.co 
 
 
**********************************************OTHER STUFF **********************************************
 

1. Cantapp - All student media in one place!

With Deadlines and exams looming, time is precious! Cantapp is the app to make procrastinating that little bit more efficient so you can get back to not working just a little sooner!
The app includes all the news from TCS, Varsity, The Tab, Cam FM, Blue Bird, Blewswire, Bluespecs and more in one place!

Available for free download on iOS and Android or viewable online.
iOS - https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/cantapp/id873051956
Android  - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cantapp.cantapp
Web  - http://www.cantapp.com

We're also looking for a new social media editor to join our team, if you're interested, get in touch at [email protected].

Posted in JCR Comms on Apr 28, 2016