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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2020
12 October 2020
Did you know that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month?
Queen Mary is committed to helping you keep safe online and we have two important initiatives we’re introducing to this month: multi-factor authentication and mandatory cybersecurity training.
Do you need additional income?
12 October 2020
The Advice and Counselling Service (ACS) share tips on increasing your income, and some ways to reduce your costs.
Noticeboard - week beginning 5 October
6 October 2020
Don’t miss this week’s notices: Drapers daily specials, multi-factor authentication (MFA) launching soon, Consent Matters training, send us a video for International Pronouns Day, call for healthy male volunteers to take part in a clinical study.
What to do when things go wrong and your studies are affected
29 September 2020
You can now submit and track the progress of extenuating circumstances online in MySIS.
Black History Month 2020
29 September 2020
In October this year, we will be marking Black History Month, an opportunity to celebrate the achievements, contributions and histories of Black people in the UK and around the world.
Travel advice for students from TfL
29 September 2020
Transport for London (TfL) is doing all it can to ensure a safe transport network for everyone in London. Please read their travel advice to help you move safely and sustainably around the Capital.
Noticeboard - week beginning 28 September
29 September 2020
Don’t miss this week’s notices: early bird offers at Ground Cafe, sunflower lanyards for any student exempt from wearing a face covering, TfL travel advice, immigration drop-in session, DreamLab for final-year students.
Not quite sure what to do after you completed your studies?
29 September 2020
The DreamLab Programme will help you explore, identify and pursue your own personal dream for your future.
Sunflower lanyards at Queen Mary
29 September 2020
The university’s Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) is now providing sunflower lanyards for any student and staff who is exempt from wearing a face covering because of a disability and/or mental or physical health condition.
Noticeboard - week beginning 21 September
21 September 2020
Don’t miss this week’s notices: money tips, booking study spaces, learn a language, new QMplus modules on exchange opportunities and ‘life and study’, join the Erasmus Student Network.
Do you know what your blood pressure numbers mean?
When you have your blood pressure measured, you will be given two numbers, systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom). Once you know your numbers, you can use our blood pressure chart to see what they mean and if your blood pressure is in the healthy range.
There's lots you can do to lower your blood pressure and avoid stroke
This year's campaign will take place from 7-13 September. It's all about knowing your blood pressure at home to feel in control. Home blood pressure monitoring gives you one less thing to worry about. Don't miss your chance to take part in the UK's biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
Blood Pressure UK membership can help to keep your blood pressure under control
Membership means you get a helping hand in looking after your blood pressure while supporting others. Over 90% of our members say that being a member of Blood Pressure UK helps them to manage and lower their blood pressure. Find out what you get as a member and how to join.
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