Author Archives: Alison Crump

The Students’ Guide to Peer Mentoring

Louise Frith and Dr Gina May from the Student Learning Advisory Service have written a new book entitled The Students’ Guide to Peer Mentoring. It explains the role peer mentors play in higher education and gives practical advice for mentors … Continue reading

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Medway Post Grad Writing Retreat 2017

This year’s post graduate writing retreat organised by SLAS will take place on the 15th and 16th of June at Brenley Farm near Faversham. The aim of the event is to support and motivate Medway-based post graduate students with their … Continue reading

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Celebrating students supporting other students – APM Awards ceremony 29th March 2017

On 29 March, students from 15 schools involved in the Academic Peer Mentoring (APM) scheme attended an awards ceremony hosted by the Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS). Mentors and colleagues from participating Schools joined in the celebration of students’ engagement … Continue reading

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Student Mentors’ Awards Ceremony 30th March 2016

On the 30th March students from 18 schools involved in the Academic Peer Mentoring (APM) scheme attended an awards ceremony and lunch hosted by the Student Learning Advisory Service (SLAS). The awards were presented to the mentors by Dr Louise … Continue reading

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A new Kent Extra course: KE064 – Mentoring at University: Reflective Practice

A new Kent Extra course: KE064 – Mentoring at University: Reflective Practice run by the Student Learning Advisory Service is starting at Canterbury and Medway on 04 November: You can sign up now for the new 12 week mentoring module … Continue reading

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SLAS advisor Louise Frith and Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Ruben Martin, publish their book: Professional Writing for Social Workers.

      SLAS (https://www.kent.ac.uk/learning/) advisor Louise Frith and Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Ruben Martin, publish their book: Professional Writing for Social Workers. Please find an amazon link to the book: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Professional-Writing-Skills-Social-Workers/dp/0335263925/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1445874533&sr=1-1&keywords=professional+writing+for+social+workers Please find below a short summary of … Continue reading

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Creative Language Development

Calling all taught masters students! Would you like to improve and practice your English speaking skills in an enjoyable and non-threatening environment?  

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New Year Celebration

‘I really enjoyed the food, music and entertainment provided during the dinner.  I hope that you will continue doing it in the future.’ (Canterbury Student) ‘Well done on the fantastic party you and your team put together.  Hope to see … Continue reading

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International Students

Each academic year, the Student Learning Advisory Service offers international students the opportunity of attending specific events targeted and aimed at them. Canterbury – On Sunday 13th October, International Students enjoyed one of the following two events on the Canterbury … Continue reading

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Take advantage of this term’s study skills workshops

“A lot of interesting information and useful tips” “An Opportunity to discuss techniques with the tutor and other students” The Student Learning Advisory Service offers study skills workshops each term on such topics as preparing essays, essay and dissertation writing, referencing … Continue reading

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