Sociology Welcome Back Undergraduates

Following the winter vacation, the Department are delighted to welcome you back to Essex. Consider this your 're-induction' and a chance to refamiliarise yourself with essential services and support here at Essex.

No matter what stage you're studying in your undergraduate degree, you're welcome to attend our 'welcome back' events to meet others, and learn more about the free support and services available to you. Here's what we'll cover:

Week commencing 16 January

• Back to Basics. Tuesday 17 January, 10.15 - 11am via Zoom

Recap your understanding of using Moodle, My Essex, and more. Join this Zoom meeting to find out more on how to make the most of essential resources for your course. We'll cover Moodle, MyEssex, FASER, and where to go to ask for help. Click to join the Zoom meeting at the start time. If you're unable to make this date, a second session has been scheduled for the following week.

• Sociology Study Centre Drop-In. Thursday 19 January, 2-4pm

"Back to Basics" Drop-in. Come along in-person to our Sociology Study Centre (5A.307) if you needed to ask our Study Support Manager any questions relating to your studies and wellbeing. No need to make any appointment, simply drop-by anytime between 2-4pm. 

• Introduction to your SU. Thursday 19 January, 4.30pm - 5pm in 5A.330

This will be a short 10-15 minute talk to learn more about our Students' Union and a chance to meet our Student Reps in the Department, plus find out more if you're interested in becoming a Student Rep yourself.

Week commencing 23 January

• Back to Basics. Monday 23 January, 10.15 - 11am via Zoom

Recap your understanding of using essential platforms such as Moodle, My Essex, and more. Join this Zoom meeting to find out more on how to make the most of essential resources for your course. We'll cover Moodle, MyEssex, FASER, and where to go to ask for help. Click to join the Zoom meeting at the start time. 

• Sociology Study Centre Drop-In. Monday 23 January, 12-2pm 

Come along in-person to our Sociology Study Centre (5A.307) if you needed to ask our Study Support Manager any questions relating to your studies and wellbeing. No need to make any appointment, simply drop-by anytime between 2-4pm. 

• Overcome procrastination and prioritise your time. Tuesday 24 January, 3 - 3.45pm via Zoom

Do you want to find some different approaches for effective study? This is a good session to come to for finding effective study strategies to prioritise your study time. This is a particularly useful session if you are facing complex challenges. Book your space via CareerHub.

• Undergraduate Student Social. Tuesday 24 January, 5-6.30pm in the Common Room (5A.325)

Join other students in the Department for light refreshments and a chance to catch up following the holidays. Taking place in the Common room, with free refreshments provided.

• Wellbeing Support at Essex. Thursday 26 January, 2.15pm - 3pm via Zoom 

What if it's not the January blues? Taking care of your mental health and wellbeing is essential for study success. Find out more about wellbeing support available at Essex and who to talk to if you wanted to explore options to take better care of your mental health. Zoom details TBC.

Further useful links:

• Sociology Study Centre Moodle page
• Contact your Department
• Academic Skills workshops via CareerHub
• Student Wellbeing & Inclusivity Service