Selby College
One of England's top performing colleges
We Asked: How comfortable are you using the LRC, using the LRC E resources and the catalogue?
You Said:I am confident, 67
I have used it but not yet confident, 46
I need support, 41
The LRC is easily accessible on the ground floor of the Academy Building. Providing a wide range of resources across the college, it offers a comprehensive catalogue of approximately 37885 items. The majority are available for loan. An additional collection of online resources, including e-books, journals and newspaper articles, can be accessed anywhere 24/7.
LRC induction usually takes place at the beginning of your course, though you may not have done very much of it in the LRC! Part 1 is an online quiz available near the top on the LRC Moodle page. Part 2 is delivered through your subject areas and is likely to have formed part of the first written work you did. Please remember LRC staff will help you get the most from independent learning throughout your time at Selby College so if you feel you missed something, need a refresher or just want to be pointed in the right direction for the resources you need, please contact the LRC team.
The basic resources catalogue is available to you when you log-in and click 'here' beside the pile of books shown on the Moodle front page. The e-books collection is available when you additionally log in via the authentication portal called Shibboleth - just use your College user name and password for this to prove you are a student at Selby. E-books target various A-levels, vocational areas and HE.
The LRC area on Moodle gives guidance, information and links to other resources that you might find helpful. You are encouraged to find the resources you need independently so you fully understand how to do so but if you can't find the information you need by yourself, please ask a member of the LRC team to assist you. Sometimes the best app to use is a friendly librarian!
Further details about the LRC can be found in your student handbook 2014-15 and on Moodle.
Now Me Support Group & Training
Are you suffering from depression, coping with stress? Or has a disability altered your life?
Our weekly group focuses on the emotional, social & self-esteem issues you face in these circumstances, giving valuable support & techniques to improve:-
- Self-esteem
- Confidence & motivation
- Problem solving
- Handling relationships & emotions
- The art of positive thinking
Further details can be found here
- Self-esteem
E&D Calendar Competition - And the winner is.......
Selby College promotes equality, respect and diversity in the classroom and across the campus. Each month we publish an equality and diversity calendar which promotes equality and celebrates diversity events and activities locally, nationally and internationally. Some events and activities may be mapped in to your course or tutorials. The calendar is available here
We asked you to design the E&D calendar for February 2015.
•The closing date was 21st January 2015
•We received 98 entries to the competition - thanks to all who contributed
Highly commended goes to:
Katie Thorpe, Sean Wells, Fionnuala Christodoulou, Courtney Chambers, Emily Mason, Adam Smith, Bradley Moon, Megan Carder, Hannah Johnson
•And the winner is Danielle Harris
•The winning entry will be posted on Moodle February 2015
Selby College is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity. Our aim is to create an environment in which people treat each other with mutual respect, regardless of age, disability, family responsibility, marital status, race, colour, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, transgender, sexual orientation, trade union activity, unrelated criminal convictions or any other type of discrimination.
Student Lanyard Colours 2014/15:
RED - FT second years + new students joining for A2
PURPLE - FT first years, including students on new course
GREEN - Business Services: Short Courses
As before: BLUE - Years 10 & 11
YELLOW - HE
ORANGE - Apprentices
GREY - Staff
WHY DO WE WEAR LANYARDS?
- To identify college students and staff easily
- To ensure your safety
WHERE SHOULD YOUR LANYARD BE?
Your lanyard should be worn round your neck and be visible at all times when in college, except practical sessions where it would be dangerous BUT you must put your lanyard back on after the practical session.
It should not be in your pocket, your bag, your locker or anywhere else not easily visible.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY
Selby College operates a Zero Tolerance policy on students not displaying their lanyards.You will NOT be able to access college services such as the LRC, the Refectory, Coffee Shop, Shop and Student Services.Your lecturers will be checking lanyards as you go into class.
REMEMBER - ALL Staff have the right to challenge you for not wearing your lanyard.Do NOT be disrespectful if told to wear it, just PUT IT ON!!
Fashion Trip to London
There is one space, with the possibility of two spaces, available for the overnight Fashion trip to London on 16th and 17th March. Open to students from all courses, the visit includes entry to the Alexander McQueen Beauty Exhibition and ticket to see hit musical Mamma Mia. The price is £196 which includes accommodation in a central London hotel. For more information, visit Kiku in the Renaissance building or email her at jacksonk@selby.ac.uk.
A blood donor session will be held on Thursday 26th February 2015 at the Methodist Church, Portholme Road, Selby.
Session times: 14:00 - 16:00 and 17:00 - 19:30
To book an appointment please visit www.blood.co.uk or telephone 0300 123 2323
FE Choices Learner Satisfaction Survey 2014/15
The Learner Satisfaction Survey for 2014/15 will open November 2014 and will close at midnight on 29 March 2015.
How long does it take to do the survey?
The survey is very short, taking only a few minutes for you to complete
Why should I complete the FE Choices Survey?
Learner Impact is a key part of Selby college mission to ensure its quality of provision remains outstanding, relevant and responsive to your needs. Throughout the year you will be asked to participate in a range of surveys and focus groups.
FE Choices: This is a National external Survey facilitated by the Skills Funding Agency and all FE Colleges will be asked to take part - not just Selby
How do I access the survey?
www.ipsos-mori.com/learnersatisfaction
Log in to the survey by entering:
- the College UKPRN 10005741- (In the survey we refer to this number as the 'code number for your college or learning provider')
- and your personal learner reference number, which should be your College id number - ask your GST if you need confirmation of this number
- You will only be able to access/complete the survey once.
Full details can be found here
PLEASE DECLARE ALL ITEMS AT THE TILL
Please ensure that you declare all items at the till in the Refectory. Undeclared items will be counted as theft and disciplinary action could be taken.
Recreational Badminton Sessions
The recreational badminton session running for Staff and Students, is moving to every Tuesday lunchtime in the Sports Hall (12.30-1.30pm) but you don't have to come for the full hour. No prior experience is necessary, all you need is some sports kit to play in! Come and meet some new people while getting active.
Consideration for College Neighbours
Please will drivers be more considerate when parking in the college locality, particularly outside the college entrance. There have been complaints from college neighbours about cars blocking their drives and also making it very difficult for the buses to get past.
The neighbours have threatened to go to the authorities which could result in fines and penalty points for cars parking inconsiderately. There is also the substantial risk of cars being damaged by the buses attempting to pass them on the narrow roads.
Additionally, students should NOT sit on walls, gates or fences when waiting for their buses. Some students are causing problems by sitting on fences, throwing litter in gardens, spitting etc. This is offensive and upsetting for residents. Anyone found to be doing this will be subject to college disciplinary action.
Ofsted report on Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Ofsted FE and Skills colleagues have published a report on Teaching, Learning and Assessment available at:http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/resources/teaching-learning-and-assessment-further-education-and-skills-what-works-and-why..
The survey evaluates what constitutes good or outstanding practice in teaching, learning and assessment in the FE and skills sector, as well as identifying where improvement in teaching, learning and assessment is needed.
This information is also available on the Moodle Teaching and Learning Page and SharePoint http://moodle2.selby.ac.uk/course/view.php?id=62§ion=15
Get Fit at the Selby College Gym!
The gym (first floor Jubilee) is open to staff and students on Wednesday afternoons, 1pm - 4pm. Just go along and see the staff for your induction. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme
If you are interested in participating in the Duke of Edinburgh's Gold Award this year, please talk to Student Services.'The Restaurant' (Selby College training restaurant) is pleased to have its own Moodle Page with details of all lunch and evening menus and events. Please take the time and have a look at the delicious food on offer.
Your dining experience. Your choice........... At Selby College:
The Refectory: A self-service restaurant is open daily 8.30am until 5pm (2pm Friday) offering a wide selection of hot and cold food at competitive prices.
Menu of the week will be posted to notify you of our hot meal range and this identified healthy and vegetarian options
Available daily from the refectory: *Hot Jacket Potatoes served with side Salad and various fillings. *Homemade Quiche served with side salad. *Deli Style freshly made Wraps and Sandwiches. * Fresh Fruit and Yoghurts.
The Coffee Shop provides a continental style coffee bar, open daily 8:30am until 2.00pm. Offering fresh ground coffee, hot and cold shakes, paninis, sandwiches and a range of tasty snacks.The range of produce and prices in the coffee shop are associated with the Fair Deal ethical structure to support developing third world countries.
The College Shop
Situated opposite the main reception, the college shop is open daily Monday to Friday. The shop offers a wide range of confectionery, stationery items, sandwiches, cold drinks and general goods
In addition there are vending machines providing hot and cold drinks, snacks and confectionery
If you do not see what you want, would like to order an item in advance, or wish to pass on suggestions and compliments, please see any of the catering staff who will be happy to help
Check Out The News On Moodle
Moodle is one of the ways that Selby College uses to communicate with students. On this front page you will find news items, notices, events and messages. Don't forget to check on a regular basis so that you know what's happening in college.
Do You Need Some Financial Help?
Selby College has bursary funds available to help students with the cost of travel, kit, uniforms, meals at college and equipment. Further information and application forms are on the Student Services page (click on Student Info then Student Services at the top of this page). OR, you can talk to Student Services or your GST to get help with your application.
Equality and Diversity - New Information Page
Details of all Equality and Diversity information and calendars can now be accessed here and are available to both staff and students.
Student Jobs Board
There is a Student Jobs Board located outside J034. It is updated every Monday with full and part time vacancies. There are also job files available in the GST office, one with Apprenticeship vacancies and one with other vacancies.
- Find out about the latest job vacancies
- Search for jobs and apprenticeships
- Get help to apply
Just drop in the GST office and talk to Rebecca James.
College Car Park:
The College car park has the capacity for 315 vehicles on site plus numerous additional disabled parking spaces.
This was the maximum limit set for us by the local planning department when developing the new college campus. We do in fact have more spaces per head than several other local colleges.
For obvious safety reasons, the College has a 10mph maximum speed limit on campus, however, a persistent minority choose to ignore any signs and the only way to adequately control speed is via speed humps.
We have tried to manage speed on site without speed humps in the past, but without success. Short of policing the car park at a significant cost to all that park on campus, speed humps remain our only economic solution to successful traffic calming.
We remind all drivers to remain alert and mindful of pedestrian safety while driving in and around the campus
Selby College Wifi
The Guest Network is now running across the college now.
If you are staff or student at the college then you are free to use this service, please logon to Moodle and go to the "COMPUTER POLICY & PUBLIC WIRELESS ACCESS" course for details.If you have difficulty with the wireless network then please report via the helpdesk http://helpdesk
Have Your Say - Make Selby College Even Better!
Do you want to give us some feedback? Whether it's a compliment, a complaint, or just a comment about how we could do things better, we would welcome ALL your feedback. All you have to do is write it down, then post it in one of the red wall-mounted feedback boxes situated in the entrance to each college building. Or click here to send us your feedback electronically.
Your feedback will be confidential, but will be used to improve the range of services provided by the college to existing and future students.
Students Charging Phones/Laptops etc.
Please note, students are NOT allowed to plug anything electrical in to power sockets in college. This includes charging phones, laptops etc. All portable electrical equipment in college must pass a test before it can be plugged in; this is to ensure that the equipment is safe to use. Any equipment found plugged in will be removed and taken to Student Services.
Remote Access from Home
Staff can access their email from home by using the following web link
https://mail.selby.ac.uk/owa
Smartphone users can link to their emails using mail.selby.ac.uk as the email server.Please use the colleges new Remote Desktop Services - details can be found by clicking here.