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We have had a few good news items this week, with collaborating with our Indian partners and and award winning sports department and of course updates on what some of our students have been up to.

Read on to find out more.

A Week Of Joinery Experience


Cody Kerr from NPA Joinery group at EEC is attending a weeks work placement with ENGIE at their Kennishead site for GHA.

He has been working with the joiners from JBS joinery carrying out first fix activities.

The photos is of Cody with Engie Site Manager, Thomas Boyle.

Visit To HERON BROS Site


ERC Schools SfW Construction level 4 group from Springburn Campus visited the HERON BROS site in Eaglesham to look at the site and see how things are done.

Thanks Iain from HERON BROS for an excellent session

Bring on the Work Based Challenge!

Keenan Award For Endeavour Winner


GKC Civil Engineering student Leanne Lindsay was one of the proud recipients of the 'Keenan Award for Endeavour' last week at the Scottish Parliament.

Leanne was one of a number of GKC students who took part in Constructionarium Scotland last term, and the award was to recognise her efforts during the event.

Constructionarium Scotland is now being re-branded as ConStructEd and GKC will continue our involvement, which stretches back 13 years.

From the ConStructEd facebook page:

"What a great night to celebrate what was achieved by our students during 2019 with our inaugural 'Keenan Awards for Endeavour' along with our collaborative universities, industry partners and friends. Many thanks to to Fiona Hislop MSP who sponsored our reception within the Scottish Parliament, Holyrood Edinburgh and everyone that has supported us over the years.

As with our industry, we continue to adapt and evolve. The opportunity that we have taken to rebrand our experiential learning proposition as ConStructEd Scotland will see us creating new projects including a mobile project to reach out to more rural colleges and schools."

The award was named for Brian Keenan, recently retired Director of Constructionarium Scotland, and former Business Development Manager at Stow College.

MADE For The Awards


MADE: The Academy for Modern Barbering  are delighted to announce we have entered the 'Scottish Hair and Beauty Awards' within the category of 'Best Training School'.

This title is won by public vote and we would appreciate a vote from anyone who has been involved with the academy in anyway - a student, a client, member of the public supporting a family member or friend through training or just followed our story enjoying our training ethos and success.

Fingers at the ready - Voting opens on Monday 16th March 20 and closes 30th April 20 - to vote follow this link and click on VOTING link

www.scottishhairandbeautyawards.com

We appreciate every vote with a huge MADE thanks!

Inspirational Women Receive Community Achievement Awards


The incredible journeys of nine inspiring women from the southside of Glasgow were recognised by Scotland’s First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon during a special International Women’s Day Event, at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall on Friday 6th March.

All nine women who received a Community Achievement Award from Glasgow Kelvin College have overcome incredible challenges, such as domestic abuse, addiction, financial hardship and isolation. With support from charity Children 1st and each other they are using the skills and confidence they have gained from their experiences to give back to other families in their local communities.

As well as hearing from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, guests also heard from River City Actress Libby McArthur, and Anne Hughes from Sunny Govan Radio and enjoyed entertainment from the Rays of Hope Choir and the Scottish Bhangra Mascot Dancers and Dhol Drummers. Event sponsors included: Greggs, Collins Debden, Allbeauty.com, Glasgow Health and Social Care Partnership, The Sarwar Foundation.

Read the full article on our site HERE

Lemon Tree Hotels diversity Experience


Glasgow Kelvin College welcomed Ms Aradhana Lal, Vice President - Brand, Communications & Sustainability Initiatives at Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd., who was invited to speak at this year’s Scottish Tourism Conference on the Lemon Tree Hotels diversity experience.

Lemon Tree is India’s third largest hotel chain operating 80 hotels in 48 destinations with 8,000 rooms and over 8,000 employees. The hotel group is a global leader in the training and employment of people with additional support needs.

A long-time international partner of the College, Aradhana Lal contributed her knowledge and experience to a pilot training programme, funded by UKIERI, to be run by Glasgow Kelvin College which will use the Lemon Tree Hotels inclusion initiative as a model of best practice.  The initiative provides paid training and employment opportunities in the hospitality sector for people with additional support needs.

At the conference, she outlined the benefits of this model to the employer organisation, the trainees, other employees and to society as a whole.

For the full story see HERE.

Sustainable Activities


Next week, don’t miss out our FREE Dr Bike sessions at Glasgow Kelvin College

Our Dr Bike sessions are back next week!

As per usual, these sessions will provide students, staff and the local communities with the opportunity to get a FREE safety checks on their bikes by skilled mechanics.

  • Tuesday 17th March – West-End campus – 11–1, near the cycle shelter - in collaboration with Lambhill Stables – more info here
  • Wednesday 18th March – Springburn campus – 11.30–1.30, near the cycle shelter - in collaboration with Bike for Good – more info here

More sessions will take place on the other campuses in May 2020.

Everyone welcome!

To get more information, follow us on Twitter @GkcSustain and on Facebook @sustainGKC.

 

Let’s be active at GKC!

Due to the success of our previous Social Ride and Health Walk, we decided to run more of those activities in March!

Join us on Monday 23rd March at 12pm at Springburn campus to take part in our Health Walk or to join our fun Social Ride.

A lunch and some refreshments will be provided from 1pm at the Velocity Cycle Hub and will be offered to all the participants and to everyone who cycled or walked to the College!

Look forward to seeing you all!

Clients Required For Lunchtime Beauty Salon


Level 5 Beauty & Make Up students are running a lunchtime open salon in our Springburn Campus, on Thursdays at 12.15pm

Treatments being offered are:

  • Dermalogica Facial
  • Eye Lash or Brow Tint
  • Make up
  • Manicure
  • Gel Polish

All treatments £3

Contact dcunninghambrown@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk to book

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Working In Partnership Works Out Well

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Students and staff have been taking part in activities this week that involve a partnership in one form or another.  From professional organisations and community groups to students collaborating, its all proven to be successful.

Read on to find out more.

W/A Community Cooking Class


Meet the new EEC WA Community Cooking Class group.

The group has now been running for a few weeks and is taught by Tutor Marie Claire and assistant Anna and have all been brought together through Community Connector Thriving Places links with Sharon Keenan / Wider Access and Community Engagement partnerships.

The group are all really enjoying engaging in life long learning in new skills and forming new friendships each week.

Joining the group has also enabled the participants to overcome various barriers to participation and increased confidence and self esteem.

ESOL’s Green Week Involvement


Last week we told you about ESOL National 5 Stage 1 students running a stall at Springburn, where they offered free vegan biscuits and asked students to complete questionnaires on going “green”.

Well these students also created posters for the week, which we have a few samples of below and on Thursday the 5th of March they interviewed the Principal and the Students’ Association President, using the same questionnaire.

These activities were part of their engaging class project.

Be Active And Safety Checks


REMINDER - Next FREE Dr Bike sessions at Glasgow Kelvin College

Our Dr Bike sessions are back this March!

As per usual, these sessions will provide students, staff and the local communities with the opportunity to get a FREE safety checks on their bikes by skilled mechanics.

  • Tuesday 17th March – West-End campus – 11–1, near the cycle shelter - in collaboration with Lambhill Stables – more info here
  • Wednesday 18th March – Springburn campus – 11.30–1.30, near the cycle shelter - in collaboration with Bike for Good – more info here

More sessions will take place on the other campuses in May 2020.

Everyone welcome!

To get more information, follow us on Twitter @GkcSustain and on Facebook @sustainGKC.

Let’s be active at GKC!

Due to the success of our previous Social Ride and Health Walk, we decided to run more of those activities in March!

Join us on Monday 23rd March at 12pm at Springburn campus to take part in our Health Walk or to join our fun Social Ride.

A lunch and some refreshments will be provided from 1pm at the Velocity Cycle Hub and will be offered to all the participants and to everyone who cycled or walked to the College!

Look forward to seeing you all!

Sports Partnership of the Year Award for Glasgow Kelvin College


Phil is pictured here accepting the award from Lauren Hall

Glasgow Kelvin College, SCQF and Scottish Sports Futures (SSF) are celebrating success at the recent sportscotland SSF Awards held in the Radisson Blu Hotel.

Winner of the Partnership Award, the College was recognised for its work in accrediting qualifications for coaching staff working on the Education Through Cashback programme.  The ETC programme, developed in partnership with Youth Scotland, aims to enhance sports coaches’, youth workers’ and volunteers’ understanding of personal development through sport.  It is designed to equip them with knowledge and confidence to deliver activities effectively to young people, many of whom experience disadvantage and life challenges.

Phil Storrier, Curriculum Manager with Glasgow Kelvin College, and Marie Woods, Senior Curriculum Manager, worked closely with SSF and the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) to accredit six of the eight available modules on the programme.  This means that trainees achieve officially recognised industry-standard qualifications to help them in their role.

SSF is a highly-respected charity with a 20 year reputation of ‘Changing Lives Through Sport’ and helps to deliver sports and activities to young people from some of Scotland’s most deprived neighbourhoods.  The annual awards night is an emotional and inspirational reminder of what can be achieved through partnership working, putting young people at the heart of everything they do.

Kirsty McNab, Chief Executive Officer of SSF, said;

“I am delighted the event sponsors selected the college as winners of this award. It recognises the hard work, joint vision and collaboration of our organisations which both have young people at the centre of our ambition.

Phil and the team from the college have been brilliant to work with and because of this partnership, thousands of young people and those who work to support them have successfully completed our accredited learning which is delivered right across Scotland. Together we really are changing lives and I very much look forward to building on this partnership in the coming years”.

Vice Principal of Curriculum at Glasgow Kelvin College, Robin Ashton, added;

“We are absolutely delighted that the hard work of the partnership has been recognised in this way, especially from such a strong field of worthy candidates.

Glasgow Kelvin College staff make us proud not just by delivering quality learning but also by working collaboratively with organisations to accredit learning in a way which fits naturally with students’ lives and ensures that the support provided to our communities is second to none.  The success celebrated in the SSF Award is testament to the commitment of all the partners involved and we are thrilled to be part of it.”

One of the key personnel who worked on the qualifications, Phil Storrier, accepted the Award on behalf of the College at the glittering ceremony in Glasgow.  He said;

“I think this is a great recognition of the offer of the SCQF Framework, both in what it can give people across the country and in the potential it has to change the landscape of education provision.  The ETC modules are a great example of needs-based provision and we are delighted to play our part in supporting young people all over Scotland to gain a new wave of qualifications.

Finally, I am extremely proud of the partnership as it shows the effective ways that education and industry can work together to improve life chances.  Glasgow Kelvin College and SSF share a joint vision of changing lives and for that you need education and opportunity which is exactly what this partnership brings.  I am grateful to be able to work with such forward-thinking and impactful partners."

A delighted Phil is pictured here accepting the award from Lauren Hall of Active Scotland and media personality, Bryan Burnett.

(photography courtesy of Megan Sharpe and Margaretann McKenna)

Electric Honey Showcase Gig


HND Music Business Management students are proud to present a showcase gig of the current roster of talent signed to the Electric Honey label.

The gig will take place at the Hug and Pint venue, Great Western Road on the 17th of March.

All the acts have members who are currently studying at GKC.

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It’s All Go At Glasgow Kelvin College

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Another extremely busy week at Glasgow Kelvin, the students have been involved in various activities and on top of that we had Green Week, which was a resounding success.

Read on to find out more and see all the fantastic pictures of the staff and students involved.

Future Youth Workers In The Making


These are students from Glasgow and East Renfrewshire schools - they attend  the school group Youth Work NPA Level 6.

Today some students planned a youth work session and delivered the session to their fellow students and these are the pictures.

Future Youth workers in the making....

Having A ‘Blether’


Glasgow Kelvin College Adult Literacies Learners have enjoyed getting involved in local and national writing events. This years Book Week Scotland's  topic was 'Blether', something the classes are very good at! It was an opportunity to read and write on the topic and share ideas with other groups.

The annual Aye Write festival in Glasgow is always popular as it allows learners to present their writing for many thousands of visitors to see. Learners contribute poetry and stories every year and thoroughly enjoy a day out viewing the other groups contribution.

Work Based Learning Visit


We had one of our employer partners in from the McTaggart group on Tuesday (25th February) afternoon, they are helping us deliver the Work Based Learning  pilot.

Steven from the McTaggart Group took some time going around the group to see what ideas they have been developing in the workshop and discussing the development of their Meta Skills.

Vegan Biscuit Rewards


As part of Go Green week ESOL National 5 Stage 1 ran a stall at Springburn. They offered free vegan biscuits and asked students to complete questionnaires on going “green”. The questionnaire will also be available online and results published. The students engaged well with the other students and really enjoyed the experience.

This exercise is part of an initiative on how the college can become more environmentally friendly, in conjunction with Sandra Lavergne (Active Travel Officer), Olga Sanchez (Campus Cycling Officer) and Clare Walters with her class NQ Pathways to Employment.

Go Green Week 2020 – The Update


The College took part in this year’s Go Green Week by hosting events aimed at raising awareness on issues regarding Sustainability.

Monday 24th February

A number of environmental organisations showcased their projects and current initiatives at Springburn campus. Amongst them, we had the pleasure to welcome Home Energy Scotland, On Bikes, Woodland Trust, the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) and Sustrans. It was great to hear lots of quality conversations between them and our students and staff.

The amazing mechanics from On Bikes provided a free Dr Bike session, fixing up bikes and carrying up minor maintenance repairs.

Students were also involved in the event by running a stall. The ESOL National 5 Stage 1 offered free vegan biscuits and asked students to complete questionnaires on going “green”. The questionnaire will also be available online and results published. This exercise is part of an initiative on the College being more environmentally friendly, in conjunction with Sandra Lavergne (Active Travel Officer), Olga Sanchez (Campus Cycling Officer) and Claire Walters with her class NQ Pathways to Employment.

Tuesday 25th February

On Tuesday, we had only one watchword: being active! Olga, our Campus Cycling Officer, took a small group for a nice and enjoyable ride up to Springburn park; whereas at the same time, Sandra, our Active Travel Officer, led a dynamic and entertaining walk around Springburn campus. After this physical effort, they were all rewarded with a delicious meat-free lunch, hosted in the warm and cosy Velocity Cycle Hub!

Well done again everyone!

If you are interested in joining our next social rides and/or health walks, please be in touch with Sandra at slavergne@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk

Thursday 27th February

And finally, at Springburn campus, the ESOL National 2 Elementary students and their lecturer Conal Jardine took part in our community litter pick. This event was organised in partnership with Community Safety Glasgow. It was great fun to have everyone back at the Velocity Cycle Hub for hot drinks and some good chat too!

A huge thank you to all who were able to attend! It was amazing to see and meet so many people. We hope you had good fun and have learned a bit more about Sustainability during this week!

If you would like to provide us with any feedback regarding Go Green Week, please be in touch with Olga Sanchez at osanchez@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk or Sandra Lavergne at slavergne@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk

Coronavirus Protection Measures


In response to an enquiry from the media relating to precautions and measures being undertaken by the College to inform and safeguard all staff, students and stakeholders in relation Coronavirus, the College issued the following statement:

“Glasgow Kelvin College continues to follow the advice of NHS and Health Protection Scotland, publicising these messages widely to students, staff, stakeholders and the online community through posters, email, social media and newsletters.

In addition, the College has introduced an enhanced cleaning regime in its buildings to control and prevent the risk of the spread of any bacteria or infection.”

We are in the process of introducing hand-sanitisation stations and this is being rolled out throughout College buildings.  We would ask everyone to make themselves aware of the guidance around hygiene and self-care and take all necessary precautions.

College Supports Police Scotland


Police Scotland is hosting an ‘Anti Hate-crime’ pop up in the College's Springburn campus between 8:30 am and midday on Friday the 28th of February, in response to the increase in anti-Chinese/Asian incidents arising from the Coronavirus outbreak.

All students, staff and stakeholders are urged to support this campaign and get along to hear the message.

Clients Required For Lunchtime Beauty Salon


Level 5 Beauty & Make Up students are running a lunchtime open salon in our Springburn Campus, on Thursdays at 12.15pm

Treatments being offered are:

  • Dermalogica Facial
  • Eye Lash or Brow Tint
  • Make up
  • Manicure
  • Gel Polish

All treatments £3

Contact dcunninghambrown@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk to book

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That's us finished for this week, but the Blog will be back next Friday, so if you would like to include anything please email the details to Tracey on tborland@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk and we will makes sure it is put in.

Have a great weekend!

Taking Part and Working Together

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Students and staff alike were involved in a few activities over the past week and we have all the updates for you here.  Plus news of an upcoming event and a reminder about Go Green Week.

Don't miss out on the cakes!!

Read on to find out more.

That's us finished for this week, but the Blog will be back next Friday, so if you would like to include anything please email the details to Tracey on tborland@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk and we will makes sure it is put in.

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Opportunities And Winners Galore!

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This week's Blog update sees lots of opportunities for students, not only with activities during Go Green Week, but also the chance to helping our beauty students out by becoming a massage client.  We have also had a few award winning students, congratulations to all of them.

Make sure you don't miss out.

Read on to find out more.

That's us finished for this week, but the Blog will be back next Friday, so if you would like to include anything please email the details to Tracey on tborland@newsite.glasgowkelvin.ac.uk and we will makes sure it is put in.

Have a great weekend!