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Tuesday 12 May 2026
Friday 15 May 2026
Events & Activities
Next Gen Lion’s Den Pitch Workshop
15/05/2026
🎬 Calling all emerging student filmmakers in London! 🎬The student-led Creative Connections team are back, in collaboration with The New Black Film Collective, bringing you an event designed to level up your creative journey 🔥🦁 Next Gen Lion’s Den Pitch WorkshopA fast-paced, hands-on experience where your ideas take centre stage.
Events & Activities
Headshot Photography Session
15/05/2026 | 10:00 - 17:15
Get your LinkedIn profile job-search ready with a free headshot photography session, co-sponsored by the School of Management Careers Team! Our photographer will help you achieve the perfect professional look, and you'll come away with a photograph you can use for all your professional needs, from social media to your new employer's website. Head to the L38 reception area at your appointment…
Tuesday 19 May 2026
Jobs & Skills
Day 1 Opening Keynote: You Have More Skills Than You Think
19/05/2026 | 10:00 - 10:45
Please note that seating for the keynote sessions are first come, first served basis, so try to grab a seat early!Most students feel like they should have their future figured out - but the truth is, very few people actually do. In this honest and relatable keynote, Verna shares how she went from studying civil engineering, to working in tech, to unexpectedly building a career around food,…
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Building Resilience: Managing Frustration & Bouncing Back
19/05/2026 | 11:00 - 11:45
Resilience isn’t about “pushing through” - it’s about understanding how you respond when things feel difficult, and learning strategies to navigate those moments with confidence. In this practical workshop, you’ll take part in a small physical challenge designed to gently stretch your comfort zone and spark reflection.
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Career Confidence & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
19/05/2026 | 11:00 - 12:45
Do you want to achieve highly in your career but sometimes worry you’re not good enough, even when you have evidence that you are? You’re not alone. This supportive workshop helps you understand imposter syndrome, recognise your own patterns of self‑doubt, and learn practical tools to reframe unhelpful thoughts. You’ll practise talking about your strengths in a way that feels natural and leave…
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Communicating with Diverse Groups: Adapting Your Style with Confidence
19/05/2026 | 12:00 - 12:45
Whether you’re working in a group project, leading a society activity or collaborating in a professional setting, one skill makes all the difference: being able to communicate clearly with people who think, learn and respond differently from you.
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Find Your Roots
19/05/2026 | 12:00 - 16:00
Explore your personal story, background, and identity in a reflective, creative session designed to help you understand what grounds you and what you’re growing toward. Using the metaphor of a tree - roots, trunk, leaves - you’ll map your values, strengths, and goals in a supportive space. Drop-in as you fancy; in the breaks, over lunch, or during a session slot. Click 'book' to let us…
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Critical Thinking in a GenAI World: Summaries and Sources of Information
19/05/2026 | 12:00 - 12:45
Dive into the world of generative AI and sharpen your critical thinking skills. Through hands‑on activities, you’ll evaluate AI‑generated summaries, explore effective prompting, and learn frameworks for assessing information critically. You’ll leave with stronger AI literacy and practical strategies for navigating complex digital information. Skill focus: Critical Thinking, Generative AI…
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Pick-a-Paddle Pickleball
19/05/2026 | 13:00 - 13:45
Looking for a fun way to break up your day and try something new? Come down to our Pickleball Drop-In at Marshgate Plaza, UCL East!Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world – easy to pick up, super social, and seriously addictive. Whether you’ve never played before or you’re already a fan, this session is all about having a laugh, playing some relaxed games, and meeting new…
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Articulating Your Skills: How to Stand Out to Employers
19/05/2026 | 14:00 - 14:45
Many students underestimate the skills they’re already developing through university life - whether through leadership roles, involvement in student groups, or simply navigating day‑to‑day responsibilities. This supportive alumni panel helps you recognise those experiences and understand how they translate into confidence, employability and future opportunities.
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The Courage to be Curious- Session 1: Listening and Understanding
19/05/2026 | 14:00 - 14:45
Curiosity begins with how we listen. This session explores curiosity as a mindset grounded in attentive listening, intellectual empathy, and openness to different perspectives. You’ll practise active listening techniques, shift from “responding” to “understanding,” and build the foundations for deeper learning and collaboration. Feel free to attend part 1, part 2, or both!Skill focus:…
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Pitching with Confidence: Find Your Voice, Shape Your Message
19/05/2026 | 15:00 - 15:45
Whether you’re sharing a project, introducing yourself, presenting in a seminar, or trying to get others excited about something you care about - how you talk about your ideas matters. This practical, energising session gives you simple tools to structure what you want to say, speak with clarity, and communicate with confidence (even if public speaking makes you nervous).
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The Courage to be Curious- Session 2: Questioning, Growth and Embracing Uncertainty
19/05/2026 | 15:00 - 15:45
Curiosity thrives when we ask questions, embrace uncertainty, and learn through challenge. This session explores questioning strategies, growth mindset, and how the brain learns. You’ll build confidence navigating ambiguity, responding to feedback, and using curiosity as a tool for continuous learning and innovation. Feel free to attend part 1, part 2, or both!Skill focus: Curiosity,…
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Day 1 Closing Keynote - Confidence & Imposter Syndrome: What No One Tells You
19/05/2026 | 16:00 - 16:45
Many students assume confidence is something you’re either born with or not - but in reality, most people experience self‑doubt, comparison and the feeling of not being “good enough” at some point in their lives. This honest, reflective keynote explores what imposter syndrome really looks like, why it shows up, and how to build confidence in a way that feels genuine rather than forced.
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Jobs & Skills
Storytelling with Powerpoint
20/05/2026 | 11:00 - 11:45
Discover how to use PowerPoint as a creative storytelling tool — not just a slide deck. In this hands‑on workshop, you’ll explore the Pecha Kucha approach, experiment with starting points like questions or unexpected images, and learn how to communicate ideas clearly and visually. Bring a few ideas you’d like to develop — this session is playful, practical, and designed to boost your confidence…
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Finding Your Voice in Challenging Situations: Active Bystander Programme
20/05/2026 | 11:00 - 12:45
Do you want to feel more confident speaking up when something feels off, uncomfortable or harmful, but worry about saying the wrong thing, making it worse, or freezing in the moment? You’re not the only one. This practical workshop helps you understand what makes challenging conversations difficult, and gives you simple, usable tools to respond with curiosity, clarity and confidence.
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Routes into Academia
20/05/2026 | 12:00 - 12:45
Curious about what it takes to build a career in academia? Hosted by UCL Education Society, this panel brings together lecturers from across UCL to share their personal journeys, challenges, and opportunities. You’ll hear diverse perspectives on postgraduate study, research pathways, and the realities of academic life - with plenty of time for questions. Skill focus: Academic Awareness,…