Here at Kent, we want to make sure everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Therefore, we have taken a few proactive steps to ensure you are well informed and know about the support available, including:

U.N.I (you and I) Protect

See something? Say something. Do something! You can make a difference.

U.N.I Protect equips you with the skills to challenge attitudes and behaviours that tolerate, condone and normalise inappropriate behaviour that can lead to harassment and sexual violence.

The next set of workshops begin in Week 3. For further information and to sign up for the course, please visit the Study Plus website.

E-learning module

Please take the time to complete our short e-learning module, Expect Respect @ Kent, that clearly explains our Dignity at Study Policy and sexual respect at Kent.

Student Charter

The Student Charter outlines not only what you can expect from the University and Students’ Union, but what you agree to while studying at Kent. The Charter includes everything from when to expect your timetables to responding to feedback and ensuring all students have the best time at university. Make sure you read the Student Charter.

Staying safe

The University provides a night-time Walking Taxi Service on the Canterbury campus and you can download our SafeZone app which enables you to easily contact the University, security and first aid when needed. View all our safety services and advice.

Student support

There’s so much support available at Kent, from help adjusting to studying at Kent to support with a disability and mental health advice. Read our student support webpages so you are aware of what’s available and know where to go if you need any of our services.

Please take the time to read about all our support services and if you have any questions or feedback please email respect@kent.ac.uk.

On Tuesday 3 October, the School of Music and Fine Art (SMFA) presents a major Bhangra and Bollywood Event at The Deep End which features top UK Bhangra star, the multi award-winning Kuljit Bhamra, described by London Asian Guardian as ‘One of the most prolific and dedicated Asian music producers to come out of Britain’.

Kuljit Bhamra is one of the most inspiring and influential musicians, composers and record producers on the British Asian music scene.

The event also features Kaykay Chauhan (keyboard) and vocalists Shahid Khan, Rekha Sawhney and Bindi Sagoo (dholak/perc) from the stage musical Bend it Like Beckham. SMFA’s Lecturer in Popular Music, Richard Lightman will be joining them on guitar.

There will be a 16.30 drumming workshop, 17.15 – 18.00 Bhangra dance workshop.
Doors open 19.00, performance 20.30 Bollywood Band, 21.30 – Vasda Punjab Bhangra Dancers

Buy your tickets:

• Event and workshops
• Event-only

On Wednesday 4 October, 9.00-15.00, students can visit the Cycle Hub to hire a recycled bike. Hiring a bike for the term is just £30, which includes a good quality bike lock, lights and a bell.

You will need to pay a deposit of either £50, £75 or £100 depending on the bike you choose.

Find out more

Templeman Library

There’s more study space than ever in the Templeman Library, now that Block C has been refurbished. The new space includes desks for individual or group work overlooking the new Welcome Hall, and bookable group study rooms

The library also has other spaces to suit all study needs, including silent study zones and PC rooms.

To find a space, check the screens in the Library or look online for free PCs  and free seats

Study hubs

Oaks Study Hub is closed from Friday 15 September to create more teaching space.

Find other study hubs and PC classrooms around campus

Senate Study Hub (pictured) will open early in the Autumn term, with 37 PCs and 12 study spaces. If you’ve been at Kent for a few years, you may remember this study hub. Now it’s back by popular demand. The space is available again following the completion of the latest stage of the Templeman Library development.

We’re improving study hubs across campus; Keynes and Eliot study hubs have already been refurbished into bright spaces with new furniture and improved facilities. Look out for more to follow!

Award-winning computer scientist and passionate advocate for women in tech, Dr Sue Black OBE, will be giving a free talk in Woolf Lecture Theatre on the 22nd September to launch a new programme, developed by Kent Innovation and Enterprise, to support women.

Bridging the gap between the university and business communities in the area, The Inspire Challenge Excel programme aims to create opportunities for women in all stages of their lives and careers, from current students to established business owners.

The programme will encourage women to try something new, support them to go beyond their comfort zone, and to work together to effect change, with an exciting programme of events throughout the year.

The launch event is free and open to all, and we encourage you to come along to find out more. Register for the event here.

The Campus Shuttle booking is now open. Book a seat online at www.kent.ac.uk/campus-shuttle .

The Campus Shuttle is a free coach service between Canterbury and Medway campuses, exclusively available to University of Kent students and staff.

The shuttle will start running from Saturday 16 September.

Booking guarantees you a seat on the service. If you do not book, you can still travel with your Kent One or Kent Union card if seats are available.

More information can be found at www.kent.ac.uk/campus-shuttle

We’ve been busy getting the Templeman Library ready for your return to Kent, and there are lots of great changes.

Read these 10 things you should know for a round-up of everything that’s new. Here are the highlights:

• The Templeman Library fully opens: you can get across the building on all four floors – no need to walk around the outside now. Some of the books, services, and helpdesks have moved too.
• Changes to Library and campus study space: there are new spaces in the Library, Senate study hub is opening, and Oaks study hub is closing.
• Easier and fairer borrowing: now your books automatically renew, unless someone else reserves them.
• LibrarySearch is improved: we’ve upgraded to a new system – it looks a bit different, but works in a similar way.

We hope you enjoy using the Templeman Library and campus study spaces this term.

If you’re a new student, you’ll soon be using the Library, IT services and study spaces to help you do your work. Here’s how to get started and make the most of them.

For more tips, guides and library hacks, take a look at the Hello Library & IT! website.

Get online

You can connect to Wifi as soon as you arrive on campus. If you’re living on campus, use the wired internet with an Ethernet/network cable for gaming and streaming. If you don’t have a cable, you can get one free from the IT & Library Support Desk in the Templeman Library.

Come to a Library and IT! Welcome Session

A welcome session is your best chance to explore the Library and find out about IT services.They run from Monday to Friday in Welcome Week, between 10:00–16:30.

Check your timetable to see if there is a session for your subject booked. If not, or if you miss it, come to any session at these times.

You’ll learn about:

• finding and borrowing books
• where you can study
• PCs, library laptops and campus internet
• printing, copying and scanning

You’ll also get a free gift, and the chance to win a £20 Amazon voucher.

Templeman Library opening times

• Until 24 September: 08:00-00:00 midnight
• 25 September – Friday 15 December: open 24/7
• You’ll need your KentOne card to enter after 21:00.

Get help and keep in touch

For all help with Library and IT Services:

• Visit: IT & Library Support Desk, Block C, Floor 1, Templeman Library.
• Phone: 01227 82 4999
• Email: helpdesk@kent.ac.uk
• Online chat: www.kent.ac.uk/library/support
• Follow us on Twitter @UKCLibraryIT to get the latest updates on Library and IT services.