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</itunes:category><item><title><![CDATA[Rooms Available in Corbishley Hall, Northop]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Rooms Available in Corbishley Hall, Northop"><p>ROOMS AVAILABLE IN CORBISHLEY HALL, NORTHOP</p>
<p>This year there has been a very high demand for student accommodation in Wrexham. There are still however 18 rooms available in the newly refurbished Corbishley hall in Northop. The Wrexham campus is approx 15-20 minutes drive away and your own transport is recommended.</p>
<ul><li>16 x Single bedrooms with wash basins at only &pound;60.00 per week</li>
<li>1 x postgraduate suite&nbsp; with ensuite at only &pound;70.00 per week</li>
<li>1 x postgraduate suite with ensuite and kitchenette at only &pound;80.00 per week</li>
<li>Shared bathroom and kitchen facilities available</li>
<li>All rooms are wi-fi enabled</li>
<li>Short letting periods considered</li></ul>
<p>For further details contact Mark Fleming on 01978-293344 or email <a href="mailto:accommodation@glyndwr.ac.uk">accommodation@glyndwr.ac.uk</a>.</p>
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<p></p> (Date released: 18.09.2009)<br />
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<item><title><![CDATA[Glyndŵr University Commercial Services Gains Prestigious Award]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Glyndŵr University Commercial Services Gains Prestigious Award"><h2>Glyndŵr University Commercial Services Gains Prestigious Hospitality Assured Standard for Delivering Service and Business Excellence</h2>
<p>Glyndŵr University Commercial Services, which covers Catering and Hospitality, Conferencing and Events, and <strong>Accommodation Services</strong>, has achieved Hospitality Assured status. Hospitality Assured promotes and rewards the highest standards of service excellence for organisations in the Hospitality Industry and is endorsed by the British Quality Foundation and Quality Scotland Foundation</p>
<p>In qualifying for the Hospitality Assured accreditation, Glyndŵr University Commercial Services underwent a rigorous assessment process over a two-day period to ensure they maintained high standards of service. The key areas of focus included customer and competitor research, business and operational planning, customer service delivery, training and development, and customer satisfaction improvements. The Hospitality Assured accreditation was undertaken by a team of independent assessors from MQA Ltd. on behalf of the Institute of Hospitality, which is the professional body for hospitality industry managers worldwide. </p>
<p>Commenting on the accreditation, Head of Commercial Services, Lynda Powell said: &quot;We are delighted to have achieved Hospitality Assured. For Glyndŵr University Commercial Services, it’s always been about providing outstanding hospitality and customer service. Hospitality is about how we make a customer feel when we look after them and this needs to be combined with excellent service delivery. Hospitality Assured has helped us focus on the key areas that achieve these goals throughout the department; and the accreditation has given us the reassurance that we are doing the right things.</p>
<p>“The Standard has helped us to concentrate on the whole customer experience by ensuring all of our actions within the department are ultimately focused on giving the best service possible to our students and customers. In addition to being an excellent business planning tool, the Hospitality Assured process – leading to our assessment – has also been a great team building experience! We feel that this award is the ultimate recognition of the professionalism of our team.” </p>
<p>In gaining the Standard, Glyndŵr University Commercial Services joins an elite group of UK’s universities who have now achieved the Hospitality Assured Standard for aspects of their hospitality services – including residential, catering and conferences. The universities include: Brunel; Brighton; University College London (UCL), London; Royal Holloway College, London; Glasgow; Leeds; Southampton; St. Andrews, West of England and Bristol.</p> (Date released: 11.08.2008)<br />
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<item><title><![CDATA[Notice to Muslim Students]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Notice to Muslim Students">Muslim students will be aware that the facility for prayer on campus is under review. Please contact Janice <a href="mailto:janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk</a> or Syed Gulrez [<span style="font-family: &quot;calibri&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-ansi-language: en-gb; mso-fareast-language: en-gb; mso-bidi-language: ar-sa;"><a href="mailto:syed.gulrez@gmail.com" target="_blank">syed.gulrez@gmail.com</a></span>] to find out which spaces are available. We will keep you informed of any changes.  (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Christian Union"><p>Please Note a new beginning this term for the Christian Union.<br />They will meet from 12-1 in the Committee room at the Guild on Thursdays.<br />First meeting February 4th 2010.</p>
<p>More about the Christian Union at <a href="http://www.uccf.org.uk" target="_blank">www.uccf.org.uk</a> </p> (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Welcome Group"><p>A new group for students is meeting in the Regent Street Methodist Church on Sunday evenings every fortnight. There will be a chance to chat, share stories and make new friends. The first meeting is on Sunday 7th February at 7.30 pm.</p>
<p>The Welcome Meeting is open to all students who want to know more about the Christian faith as explorers or as neighbours of another faith.<br />There is coffee/tea at 7pm and students are welcome at that time.<br />There is a Christian service at 6pm for those who would like to join that. Come to all or some of the evening.<br />The group has been organised through the Chaplaincy at Glyndŵr and more information is available from Janice on <a href="mailto:janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk</a> phone 01978 293336.<br />Venue:&nbsp; Wrexham Methodist Church, Regent Street, LL11 1RY Tel. 01978 361489</p> (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Watoto Children’s Choir"><p>Thursday 11th February<br />A concert by a children’s choir from Uganda, Watoto Children’s Choir supported by Ysgol Deiniol Marchwiel Junior Choir. <br />Wrexham Methodist Church Regent Street LL11 1RY <br />Free Entry. All Welcome<br />Contact: Jane Guy 07720 754853<br />
<a href="http://www.watoto.com" target="_blank">www.watoto.com</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p> (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Student Christian Movement [SCM] Annual Conference]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Student Christian Movement [SCM] Annual Conference">Student Christian Movement [SCM] Annual Conference Swanwick <br />19 Feb-21 Feb: Living it Out 2010<br />The Chaplaincy is affiliated to SCM and the Chaplain will be attending this conference which will look at spirituality, vocations, activism and mission. Should any student wish to attend please contact Janice after booking as she can transport two or three students. <a href="mailto:Janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">Janice.jones@glyndwr.ac.uk</a> <br />You can find out more and book at <a href="http://www.movement.org.uk" target="_blank">www.movement.org.uk</a> (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Join Henry Ilonga ">Join Henry Ilonga <br />Who will be preaching in Wrexham on Sunday evening 28th February at 5.30 pm <br />The Zimbabwean Cricketer is both a preacher and a singer and we hope both those talents will shine on the&nbsp; evening at The Citadel { The worship space of the Salvation Army} in Garden Road, Rhosddu&nbsp; LL11 2NU Many congregations will be attending this service at cancelling their own that evening. (Date released: 02.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="FOSIS Wales and West Welcomes New Islamic Society"><p>FOSIS Wales and West Welcomes New Islamic Society</p>
<p>Click&nbsp;the link below&nbsp;to go to the FOSIS website for more information.</p>
<p><span style="font-family: &quot;calibri&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: en-gb; mso-fareast-language: en-us; mso-bidi-language: ar-sa;"><a href="http://wales.fosis.org.uk/w-news-a-events/news" style="font-family: times new roman,times,serif; font-size: small;" target="_blank">http://wales.fosis.org.uk/w-news-a-events/news</a></span></p> (Date released: 12.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Financial Contingency Funds (Emergency Loan Payments 2009/2010)"><h2>Welfare Advice &amp; Guidance in the Student Guild building </h2>
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<p><strong>GLYNDŴR&nbsp;STUDENT GUIDE TO FINANCIAL CONTINGENCY FUNDS EMERGENCY LOAN PAYMENTS 2009/2010</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Description</strong></p>
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<p>Short Term Emergency Loans are available to students whose student loan cheque has been delayed at the start of the academic year or for students who encounter unforeseen short-term financial difficulty.&nbsp; </p>
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<p>The value of the loan available depends on individual circumstances.</p>
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<p><strong>How do I apply?</strong></p>
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<p>You can apply to the Fund by completing an application form which lets you provide all the details we need to confirm your eligibility and assess your financial position.&nbsp; Application forms are available from Student&nbsp;Funding&nbsp;and&nbsp;Welfare office&nbsp;in the Student Guild building.&nbsp; </p>
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<p><strong>What is the next stage in the process?</strong></p>
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<p>The next stage in the process is the calculation of the case.&nbsp; </p>
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<p><strong>How will I be paid?</strong></p>
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<p>Payment will be made by BACS direct into a bank account. If the student wishes, it is possible to pay a third party cheque directly e.g. to a landlord or cr&egrave;che.&nbsp; </p>
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<p><strong>Repayment</strong> </p>
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<p>The student must arrange with the Student Funding and Welfare Service a&nbsp;repayment date for the agreed short-term loan.</p> (Date released: 19.08.2008)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Welfare Advice and Guidance newsletter for new undergraduate full-time starters"><p><strong>Latest news from the Welfare Advice &amp; Guidance Team</strong></p>
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<p><strong>New starters 2009/10 - Have you applied for Student Funding?</strong> </p>
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<p>To be eligible for the Student Support package for a Full-time Undergraduate course you are about to undertake (different rules for nursing students and students normally domiciled in Scotland see below) you need to complete and return a 2009/10 PN1 application form. If you haven’t already done so contact your Student Finance section at your Local Education Authority or Library Board ASAP or download a form from the following website:-&nbsp; </p>
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<p>Welsh domiciled students <a href="http://www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.studentfinancewales.co.uk/</a> </p>
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<p>English domiciled students <a href="http://www.studentfinancedirect.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.studentfinancedirect.co.uk/</a> </p>
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<p>Northern Ireland domiciled students <a href="http://www.studentfinanceni.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.studentfinanceni.co.uk/</a> </p>
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<p>Students normally domiciled in Scotland need to complete a 2009/10 SAS3 application form. Contact the Scottish Awards Agency or download an application form from <a href="http://www.saas.gov.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.saas.gov.uk/</a> </p>
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<p>If you have been accepted on a Nursing degree course you will be eligible for a non-means tested bursary and an application form will be sent to you during August.&nbsp; </p>
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<p><strong>Additional help </strong></p>
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<p>Glyndŵr University Bursary </p>
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<p>To assist you during your time at Glyndŵr University we have created our own bursary scheme. </p>
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<p>This is available to eligible full-time undergraduate students (those in receipt of a nursing or social work bursary will not be entitled to this bursary). The assessment of your eligibility for this will be carried out when you apply for your main student funding via a PN1 or SAS3 application form. You will need to provide household income details on the PN1/SAS3 form so that Glyndŵr University can make bursary payments to you (without this information we are not able to pay the bursary).&nbsp; For further information on the bursary please visit <a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/en/Programmesandfees/Feesscholarshipsandbursaries/">http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/en/Programmesandfees/Feesscholarshipsandbursaries/</a> </p>
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<p><strong>Start up grants and Financial Contingency Fund </strong></p>
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<p>You may be eligible for a Start up grant which is intended to cover programme related costs such as travel and childcare. A Financial Contingency Fund exists to provide financial help to students who face difficulties in meeting their living costs. </p>
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<p>The Student Services Welfare Advice &amp; Guidance team can provide further details on all of the above and can be contacted on 01978 293547/293548/293295. </p>
<p>EU non-UK funding<br />
<br />In brief, the only funding available at present for EU students is support with tuition fees. European Union nationals are subject to the same tuition fee as students whose permanent place of residence is in Wales. In 2009/10 you will be charged a tuition fee of &pound;3,225 and, like Welsh-domiciled students, you will be eligible for the Welsh Assembly fee grant of up to &pound;1,940. The remaining &pound;1,285 of the tuition fee will be covered in 2009/10 by a scholarship from Glyndwr University. Therefore, you will not have to find the cost of your tuition fees but you will have to fund your living costs.</p>
<p>You apply for financial help towards your fees by sending an application form to the EU Customer Services Team. Do not complete a loan request form when<br />completing this application form.<br />To download a form: <a href="http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHigherEducation/StudentFinance/StudentsFromOtherEUCountries/DG_067556" target="_blank">http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHigherEducation/<br />StudentFinance/StudentsFromOtherEUCountries/DG_067556</a> and follow thelinks for your particular application form.<br />
<br />Contact details for the EU TEAM:<br />
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<strong>EU Customer Services Team<br />Mowden Hall Email address: </strong>
<a href="mailto:EUTeam@slc.co.uk" target="_blank"><strong>EUTeam@slc.co.uk</strong></a>
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<strong>Staindrop Road Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm<br />Darlington<br />DL3 9BG<br />
<br />Phone number: Helpline: (+44) (0) 141 243 3570</strong>
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<br />The Welfare Team offers advice in good faith on the basis of the best information available at the time of the enquiry. Clients of our service must take responsibility for their own decisions based on such advice.</p> (Date released: 19.08.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Glyndwr University Bursary new version for 09/10">&nbsp;<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-outline-level: 3;"><strong><span style="font-size: 13.5pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;georgia&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: arial; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">Glyndŵr University Bursary<p></p></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">The Glyndŵr University bursary is available to all full-time undergraduate students from the UK who meet the eligibility criteria. <strong>The Glyndŵr University bursary is up to &pound;1,000</strong> and offered on three different levels based on your family’s household income. This is an annual payment to help cover your course-related costs, and application must be made each year. <p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">The three levels are as follows:<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">a. &pound;1,000* for all students with a household income of up to &pound;18,370<br />b. &pound;750* for all students with a household income of &pound;18,371-&pound;22,000<br />c. &pound;500* for all students with a household income from &pound;22,001-&pound;95,000<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">*These figures include the Welsh National Bursary of &pound;319.<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">Your local authority in Wales,Scottish Awards Agency, Education Library Board in NI or Student Finance England will carry out an assessment of your eligibility for the bursary when they assess you for your main student support ie tuition fee loan, maintenance grant Assembly Learning Grant/Maintenance loans.<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">In order to be assessed for the main support and our bursary you must complete a funding form, e.g. PN1 (New Student) or PR1 (Returning Student), as soon as possible. These forms are issued by your Local Authority or equivalent. For further information please contact the Student Funding <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;</span>&amp; Welfare Team at Glyndŵr University on 01978 293295<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><strong style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">You do not have to apply separately for the bursary as we can gather your information from the PN1/PR1form. <p></p></span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">*Please remember you need to provide household income details on the PN1/PR1 form so that Glyndŵr University can make bursary payments (without this information we are not able to assess you for the bursary).<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">Eligible students will be notified by letter from October onwards.<p></p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="line-height: normal; text-align: center; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb;">!! MAKE SURE YOU GET THE BURSARY !!</span></strong>
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<em style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: black; line-height: 115%; font-family: &quot;arial&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'times new roman'; mso-fareast-language: en-gb; mso-ansi-language: en-gb; mso-bidi-language: ar-sa;">The Student Funding and Welfare Team offers advice in good faith on the basis of the best information available at the time of the enquiry.&nbsp; Clients of our service must take responsibility for their own decisions based on such advice.</span></em>
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Stop smoking NOW"><p>Smoking is the single greatest cause of preventable illness and premature death in the UK.&nbsp; Every year, 120,000 smokers in the UK die as a result of their smoking habit.</p>
<p>Did you know that the ALL WALES STOP SMOKING SERVICE provides help to people who wish to give up smoking and it won’t cost you anything?</p>
<p>Stop Smoking Wales is a free NHS service which provides:<br />-&nbsp;Local and friendly support for smokers who are ready to quit.<br />-&nbsp;A 6 week intensive support programme. <br />-&nbsp;Brief advice on Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT, e.g. patches and gum etc.) and other treatment aids.&nbsp; These are available on prescription from your GP to help you quit.</p>
<p>Stop Smoking Wales are setting up a 6 week Stop Smoking programme within Glyndwr University in room B38 from Tuesday 13th October 1.30-3.30</p>
<p>For further information please contact Carol Walker (University Nurse) on 01978 293024 or Contact Stop Smoking Wales on 0800 085 2219.</p>
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<p></p> (Date released: 01.04.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Have you had a full course of MMR vaccinations? "><h2>Have you had a full course of MMR vaccinations? </h2>
<p><br />If haven’t then you remain vulnerable to measles, mumps and rubella.&nbsp; So please check it out, and if you think you have missed a dose of MMR please contact your GP practice. They can check for you and give the vaccine if you need it<br />&nbsp;<br />Measles is a highly contagious, potentially fatal disease. In a national outbreak in Wales in 2009 over 40 people were hospitalised.&nbsp; <br />Mumps is also highly contagious and universities and colleges have experienced multiple outbreaks since 2004.&nbsp; Symptoms can include pain and swelling in the neck and testicles. <br />Rubella (German measles) remains an important part of the vaccination to reduce the risk of rubella affecting unborn children.<br />&nbsp;<br />So if you think you need an MMR, don’t put it off.&nbsp; Sort out your immunisation and protect yourself today!</p> (Date released: 19.10.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Changes for the smoking cessation service for 4 weeks"><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: en-us;">Dear all</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: en-us;">Unfortunately Gavin from the smoking cessation service will not be able to come to the support group held here on Tuesdays for the next 4 weeks<br />Please could those who attend the support group and anyone wishing further details on stopping smoking please contact 0800 0852219 for advice and locations <br />of other classes – these will be by appointment (not drop in sessions).<br />Thank you</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: en-us;">Carol</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot;, &quot;sans-serif&quot;; font-size: 10pt; mso-ansi-language: en-us;">Nurse<br />Health Centre</span></p> (Date released: 02.11.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="THE UNIVERSITY NURSE IS CURRENTLY NOT AVALAIBLE"><p>THE UNIVERSITY NURSE IS CURRENTLY NOT AVALAIBLE</p>
<p>For further help and information, please contact a member of staff at the Universities main reception&nbsp;<a href="mailto:reception@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">reception@glyndwr.ac.uk</a> or SID <a href="mailto:sid@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">sid@glyndwr.ac.uk</a></p>
<p>DOCTORS CAN BE CONTACTED ON THE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE NUMBERS<br />Caritas Doctors&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 01978 720450<br />Banerjee Doctors&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;01978 720011</p> (Date released: 19.02.2010)<br />
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</p>ECDL Courses available to run for students beginning January 2010 (Date released: 14.10.2009)<br />
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</p>Exchange server problems - Staff unable to access email (Date released: 19.11.2009)<br />
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<item><title><![CDATA[Survival Guide]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Survival Guide">The&nbsp;<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; font-family: arial; font-size: 13px; -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; "><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Registry/Policiesandprocedures/TheFile,12457,en.doc" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(51, 102, 153); text-decoration: underline; font-weight: normal; font-family: inherit; font-size: small; " target="_blank">Survival Guide</a>&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;is essential reading for all students. It will provide you with answers to many of your questions and will guide you to other sources of information. (Date released: 31.07.2009)<br />
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</p>Glyndŵr University will issue your assessment results to you in two ways.<br />
<br />Initially the decisions made at Award Boards will be entered on pass lists and placed on special notice boards, which will be placed in the vicinity of the School offices.<br />
<br />Secondly your results including a transcript will be posted to you using the home address that is recorded on the Student Record System.&nbsp;<br /> (Date released: 18.08.2008)<br />
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Collect your enrolment receipt]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Students' Guild ELECTIONS"><h2>Students' Guild ELECTIONS</h2>
<p><strong>Vote</strong> <a href="https://elections.glyndwr.ac.uk/" target="_blank">HERE</a></p> (Date released: 08.03.2010)<br />
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</item><item><title><![CDATA[Proposals for Administrative Restructuring: February 2010]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[<a id="Proposals for Administrative Restructuring: February 2010"><p>
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</p><p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,17316,en.pdf" target="_blank">Important Message from the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive&nbsp; PROFESSOR MICHAEL SCOTT (pdf format)</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,17334,en.pdf" target="_blank" title="Art and Design">Important message for Art and Design Students</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,17315,en.pdf" target="_blank">Frequently asked questions regarding the University re structuring (pdf format) </a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,16972,en.pdf" target="_blank" title="Presentation">Presentation on Administrative Restructuring (pdf format)</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,17329,en.pdf" target="_blank" title="Structure Chart">Student and Programmes Centre and Institutes Administration Structutre Chart (pdf format)</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Studentinformation/PresentationonAdministrativeRestructuring/TheFile,17328,en.pdf" target="_blank" title="Outline of Administrative support">Outline of administrative support to be provided by Institute Administration and Student and Programmes Centre (pdf format)</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Background</h2>
<p></p>
<p>The Vice-Chancellor instigated a review of the academic structure and of the student-facing administrative services of the University in October 2008.&nbsp; </p>
<p></p>
<p>The Review Group considering administrative restructuring operated by meeting with all staff in the School Offices and a range of staff from central operational departments responsible for delivering services. (Membership of the Review Group is given in Appendix 1) </p>
<p></p>
<p>The work of the Review Group has been extended to consider an appropriate administrative structure to support the new academic structure of the University. </p>
<p></p>
<p>The Review Group has sought to manage change effectively and in a way that does not risk the stability of the University.&nbsp; This approved framework focuses on the current School Offices, the provision of services to students by the School Offices and administrative support for the new Schools and Institutes.&nbsp; </p>
<p></p>
<h2>Key Principles</h2>
<p></p>
<p>The University is now entering into a period of consultation regarding the proposed restructuring.&nbsp; </p>
<p></p>
<ul><li>The administrative functions based in the current School Offices will be brought together into one central administration office: Student and Programmes Centre.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Staff in the School Offices will be organised in teams: a general administration team and programme administration teams. </li>
<li>The School Office staff will be part of the University administrative structure, reporting through School Registrars to the Academic Registrar. </li>
<li>The Executive Director/Director of Schools and the School Registrars will be supported by the general administration team. </li></ul>
<p></p>
<h2>Benefits of implementation</h2>
<p></p>
<p>The Review Group has identified a number of benefits that would be derived from the proposed re-structuring:</p>
<p></p>
<ul><li>Prevention of duplication of work and data, improving both efficiency and accuracy of data. </li>
<li>Communication: School Office staff will be part of an administrative structure with communication mechanisms. </li>
<li>Professionalisation of School Office staff: line management by senior administrative staff will provide greater support, greater consistency of operation, staff development and career development opportunities for School Office staff. </li>
<li>Efficiency: <ul><li>Common line management of School Office staff will ensure consistency in administrative processes and an enhanced understanding of the context of tasks undertaken.Enhanced provision of electronic services, </li>
<li>Ability for administrative staff to provide cover for each other during absences.</li></ul></li>
<li>Familiarity with programmes: the creation of programme administration teams will retain the familiarity that School Office staff have currently with the academic staff and students associated with particular programmes, whilst introducing consistency of practice and ability to provide cover for staff in other programme areas.&nbsp; PGT programmes: common processes for support for PGT programmes. </li>
<li>Interface between School Offices, Admissions team and International Office: these offices currently undertake roles that overlap, but with communication restricted by the current structure, limiting the efficiency of the service provided. </li></ul>
<p></p>
<h2>Review Group </h2>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>October 2009 </p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Appendix 1 </p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>Membership of Review group</strong> </p>
<p></p>
<p>Catherine Baxter&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (to September 2009) </p>
<p></p>
<p>Gerry Beer </p>
<p></p>
<p>Gillian Bridgett </p>
<p></p>
<p>Sarah Bridger </p>
<p></p>
<p>Tania Pennill &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (from May 2009) </p>
<p></p>
<p>Gabriella Bianco (Secretary) </p>
<p></p> (Date released: 04.12.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Swine Flu - Information and advice for students"><h2>&nbsp;SWINE FLU</h2>
<h2>Information and Advice for Students</h2>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>The University is open as normal, in line with the guidance provided by relevant Government Departments.&nbsp; The University will be promoting The Catch it, Bin it, Kill it campaign to encourage good hygiene and to help mitigate the risk to staff and students.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>Symptoms:</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>The symptoms of swine flu are broadly the same as those of ordinary flu, but may be more severe and cause more serious complications.&nbsp; The typical symptoms are:</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<ul><li>sudden fever (a high body temperature of over 38C or 100.4F), and </li>
<li>sudden cough. </li></ul>
<p></p>
<p>Other symptoms may include: </p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<ul><li>headache, </li>
<li>tiredness, </li>
<li>chills, </li>
<li>aching muscles, </li>
<li>limb or joint pain, </li>
<li>diarrhea or stomach upset, </li>
<li>sore throat, </li>
<li>runny nose, </li>
<li>sneezing, and </li>
<li>loss of appetite. </li></ul>
<p></p>
<p>If you have flu-like symptoms and are concerned, you should have consideration for your own health and for fellow students and staff and stay at home.&nbsp; You should also check your symptoms by calling the swine flu information line on 0800 1 513 513.&nbsp; If you have taken these steps and are still concerned, call your GP or NHS Direct Wales on 0845 46 47.&nbsp; Do not travel out to your GP or hospital.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Current public health advice suggests that people who are symptom free, who have been in contact with those with swine flu, should carry on as normal, whilst monitoring themselves for symptoms.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Sources of Information:</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><a href="http://www.direct.gov.uk/swineflu">www.direct.gov.uk/swineflu</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.nhs.uk">www.nhs.uk</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas">www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas</a></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><a href="http://www.hpa.org.uk">www.hpa.org.uk</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ukresilience.aspx">http://www.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/ukresilience.aspx</a></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>The above links will provide the ‘current thinking’ and ‘guidance’ and should be checked by all students on a regular basis.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Information leaflets will be made available on arrival at the University and this web page will provide regular updates.&nbsp; Please ensure you check the website on a regular basis.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>Contact Details:</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>We would remind students to keep contact details up to date so that contact can be made in an emergency.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>The advice issued by the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills about Swine Flu emphasises the importance of ensuring that the University has up to date contact information for all students to ensure that it is possible to communicate effectively and efficiently in the event of a pandemic being confirmed.&nbsp; </p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Each School/Programme may develop an independent means of communicating with individual cohorts of students so please check with your Programme Leader to see if other routes of communication are developed.&nbsp; Please make sure that you check your University email account which will be allocated to new students at enrolment.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>It is in your interest that we should be able to contact you or your emergency contacts in the event of an emergency.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>Frequently asked Questions and Answers.</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>I am starting University for the first time this September.&nbsp; Should I still arrive at the University on 21 September?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Yes, the University is operating as normal so, unless you are feeling ill and have flu-like symptoms, we look forward to seeing you in September. </p>
<p></p>
<p>If you are ill and are unable to attend on 21 September, please contact your School Office (and Accommodation Services, if you will be staying in a hall of residence) and notify them that you will be late arriving and give your estimated date of arrival.&nbsp; You should not come to the University until you have finished the course of treatment and are symptom-free.&nbsp; You will be provided with essential information and induction material and any coursework you’ve missed when you arrive.</p>
<p></p>
<p>When you arrive in Wrexham, you are strongly advised to register with a local doctor (GP) as soon as possible.&nbsp; This can be done at the Glyndwr Heath Centre on the University campus during the enrolment week. &nbsp;There are two practices that hold surgeries on campus.</p>
<p><strong>How can I protect against swine flu?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>The most valuable protection against pandemic flu is to follow NHS hygiene precautions and in particular to wash your hands more regularly than you would normally.&nbsp; </p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<ul><li>Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, using a tissue when possible.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Dispose of dirty tissues promptly and carefully.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Wash hands frequently with soap and water to reduce the spread of the virus from your hands to face or to other people.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Clean hard surfaces, such as door handles, frequently using a normal cleaning product.</li></ul>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>What should I do if a member of my household develops swine flu?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You should continue to attend University as normal but please alert your Programme Leader via the School Office and follow advice issued by the Health Protection Agency.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>What should I do if I have to care at home for a dependant with swine flu?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You should contact your Programme Leader (or if absent, another appropriate member of the department) via the School Office and inform them of the reason for your absence and how long it is expected to last.&nbsp; It is essential that any absence is appropriately recorded in order to mitigate against any adverse impact on your progress of study.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>What should I do if a close family member is admitted to hospital with swine flu?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You should contact your Programme Leader (or if absent, another appropriate member of the department) via the School Office and inform them of the reason for your absence and how long it is expected to last.&nbsp; It is essential that any absence is appropriately recorded in order to mitigate against any adverse impact on your progress of study.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p><strong>What should I do if I develop symptoms of swine flu?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>If you have flu-like symptoms, you should stay at home.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You can check your symptoms at the NHS Wales website or by calling the Swine Flu Information Line on 0800 1 513 513.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>If you are still concerned, contact NHS Direct Wales on 0845 4647 or your GP by telephone. Do not go to your GP surgery or Accident and Emergency department unless you are advised to do so.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You should also follow the normal sickness reporting procedure by advising your Programme Leader via the School Office of any absence from your programme of study. </p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>It is essential that any absence is appropriately recorded in order to mitigate against any adverse impact on your progress of study.</p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>Please refer to the University procedure on Reporting of illness by students http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Registry/Policiesandprocedures/</p>
<p>Normally, you are able to self-certificate for up to five days.&nbsp; Unless you miss an examination, class test or an assignment deadline (in which case you should contact your School Office for advice), self-certification will be acceptable for cases of swine flu as the symptoms usually only last for seven days.&nbsp; You are advised however to keep records/copies of anything issued to you that indicate that you’ve suffered from swine flu (eg if based in England, a copy of your authorisation number for antiviral medication).</p>
<p><strong>What should I do if there is a disruption to my normal travel arrangements?</strong></p>
<p></p>
<p></p>
<p>You should contact your Programme Leader via the School Office as soon as you can to mitigate against any adverse impact on your progress of study.</p>
<p></p>
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<p><strong>Where can I get further information on swine flu?</strong></p>
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<p>A comprehensive list of questions and answers about swine flu can be found on the NHS website</p>
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<p><strong>What should I do if the delivery of a programme is affected by swine flu?</strong></p>
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<p>If the programme is affected by an academic being off sick with swine flu then it is expected that all course material will be on-line for you to access in their absence.&nbsp; </p>
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<p>Note: it is anticipated that those affected by swine flu will be off for one week unless complications occur.</p>
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<p><strong>Is international travel affected?</strong></p>
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<p>International travel plans should be subject to Foreign Office website guidance. </p>
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<p><strong>What if I am particularly vulnerable to infection?</strong></p>
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<p>If you are suffering from respiratory conditions or are otherwise medically vulnerable you are advised to consult your GP to ensure your vaccinations are up-to-date.&nbsp; </p>
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<p><strong>I am not a citizen of the United Kingdom, what should I do?</strong></p>
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<p>Overseas students will receive free treatment for swine flu but must be registered with a doctor.&nbsp; The Department of Health has published information for overseas visitors.</p>
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<p><strong>What should I do if I am unable to attend an examination because of swine flu?</strong></p>
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<p>You should refer to the University procedure on Reporting of illness by students http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/Registry/Policiesandprocedures/&nbsp;&nbsp; contact your School Office, and ask for further advice.</p>
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<p><strong>What if I have further queries?</strong></p>
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<p>Please contact the sources referred to above for medical advice.&nbsp; Queries about how the University is managing swine flu internally should be referred to Student Support Services.</p>
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<p><strong>I am a student living in Halls of Residencies, how can I best manage the situation?</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Regardless of whether you have any flu-like symptoms</li>
<li>Get registered with a doctor</li>
<li>Agree amongst your friends/fellow students to keep in contact with each other via phone or text if unwell</li>
<li>Ensure that you stock up with plenty of water and soft drinks.</li>
<li>If you develop a flu like illness or suspect you have swine flu</li>
<li>Check your symptoms online at www.nhsdirect.wales.nnhs.uk or call the swine flu information line 0800 1 513 513</li>
<li>If you are still concerned, contact NHS Direct 0845 46 47 or your doctor by telephone.&nbsp; To help to contain the virus please do not go to your surgery or the University Health Centre.</li></ul>
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<p><strong>If diagnosed with, or advised you may have swine flu</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Contact the School Office by phone to inform them you will not be attending classes</li>
<li>Contact your friends/fellow students by phone or text to let them know</li>
<li>Please stay in you room as much as possible to contain the virus</li>
<li>Let the Accommodation staff know by phone that you are unwell.</li></ul>
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<p><strong>During your illness</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Stay in your room</li>
<li>Try to use any shared facilities at quiet times to minimise contact with others.&nbsp; Whilst showering put your clothes in a plastic bag rather than leaving them lying around.</li>
<li>Wash your hands before leaving your room</li>
<li>Keep your window open as much as possible to ensure adequate ventilation</li>
<li>Keep in touch with your friends/fellow students by phone or text</li>
<li>Keep in touch with close family</li>
<li>If you wish to return home, collection by your family is recommended to minimise contact with others.&nbsp; You would not be permitted to fly.</li></ul>
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<p><strong>Managing the illness</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Take medicines such as aspirin, ibuprofen or paracetamol every 4-6 hours to relieve the symptoms of flu, however you should always read the label and seek medical advice if you are unsure</li>
<li>Drink plenty of fluids: 2-3 litres a day is recommended</li>
<li>Rest as much as possible</li></ul>
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<p><strong>Reduce the risk of spreading illness</strong></p>
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<ul><li>Cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, using a tissue</li>
<li>Dispose of used tissues promptly and carefully into a plastic bag.&nbsp; Keep the bag in your room until you are recovered then arrange disposal with Accommodation staff</li>
<li>Maintain good basic hygiene by washing your hands frequently to reduce the spread of the virus to other people</li>
<li>Clean hard surfaces/door handles frequently using a normal cleaning product</li>
<li>Discourage visitors, but keep in touch with others by means of phone, text or e-mail</li>
<li>Wash used items of crockery / cutlery in your sink using your usual washing up liquid, then leave outside your door for your friends/fellow students to return to the kitchen.</li></ul>
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Problems logging in"><div style="border: 1px solid; padding: 5px;"><center><h2>Problems logging in?</h2>If you have problems logging into Blackboard, email etc. please contact the IT Helpdesk: <br />Tel: 01978 293241 <br />Email: ithelpdesk@glyndwr.ac.uk <br />Or <a href="/Studentsupportservices/en/ITHelpdesk/">Visit the IT Helpdesk in the Edward Llwyd Centre </a></center>
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Summer Ball 2010"><p>It’s official this year’s summer ball is Hollywood Glitz and Glamour and it is going to be the biggest night of the year! Take a walk down the red carpet and enter a world fit for superstar students! <br />Tickets on sale from Monday, March 1 2010&nbsp; - &pound;15 each includes glass of champagne on arrival, chocolate fountains, bars and drink promotions, Hollywood casino, all star entertainment and dancing until late.<br />Available from&nbsp; The Print Shop, Chapter 2 Bookshop and the Art Shop (Regent Street) and The Guild Bar. Northop students can also get tickets from Paul Lewis (Site manager)<br />Well done to Kehinde Frank-isewon who won the &pound;100 cash prize for taking part in the on line student survey to pick this year’s theme for the summer ball!&nbsp; </p>
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<p>See the Summer Ball web bage here.</p>
<p><a title="Home &gt; Student support services &gt; Students' Guild &gt; Student Ball" href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/StudentsGuild/StudentBall/">http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/StudentsGuild/StudentBall/</a></p> (Date released: 15.12.2009)<br />
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<p>For further help and information, please contact a member of staff at the Universities main reception&nbsp;<a href="mailto:reception@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">reception@glyndwr.ac.uk</a> or SID <a href="mailto:sid@glyndwr.ac.uk" target="_blank">sid@glyndwr.ac.uk</a></p>
<p>DOCTORS CAN BE CONTACTED ON THE FOLLOWING TELEPHONE NUMBERS<br />Caritas Doctors&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 01978 720450<br />Banerjee Doctors&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;01978 720011</p> (Date released: 19.02.2010)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Total Fitness Student Membership Offer">Total Fitness Wrexham in association with Glyndwr Student Union<br />Memberships from &pound;22 a month <br />Limited availability<br />Call: 01978 346400<br />
<a href="http://www.totalfitness.co.uk" target="_blank">www.totalfitness.co.uk</a> <br />T &amp; C Apply (Date released: 08.12.2009)<br />
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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Summer Ball 2010"><p>See the new Summer Ball web bage here.</p>
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File download: 
<a href="/Studentsupportservices/en/StudentsGuild/News/TheFile,17380,en.doc" target="_blank">Nomination Form (doc Format)</a> &nbsp;here

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<description><![CDATA[<a id="Student Guild Elections - New Part Time Officers"><p>Following the spring elections, the following students have been appointed as part time officers of the Students’ Guild</p>
<p>Welfare and Equal Opportunities Officer- James Craig (from 1st July)<br />Ethical and Environmental Officer- Christopher Dickens (from 1st July)<br />Mature Student Officer – Robert Moore<br />Societies Officer- Nathan Stewart<br />Campaigns Officer- Maverick Mitchel Hogarth<br />Post graduate Students Officer- Davies Nnamdi Amatobi<br />Communications Officer- Blessing Tinashe Makamure<br />Students with Disabilities Officer- William Nash<br />Women’s Officer- Rebekah Jones (From 1st July)<br />International Officer- Jim Hickson<br />Welsh Language Officer- Elin Hat Morris-Jones<br />Regent Street Officer- Claire Rowlands</p>
<p>Nominations for the post of President and Vice President are now open and will close at 12.00pm on Friday 12th March.<br />Nomination forms are available from <a href="http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/StudentsGuild/News/Name,17380,en.htm" target="_blank">http://www.glyndwr.ac.uk/Studentsupportservices/en/StudentsGuild/News/Name,17380,en.htm<br /></a>Or from the Guild bar, Art Shop (Regent Street), SID desk or GU Northop reception.</p> (Date released: 08.03.2010)<br />
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