{"id":735,"date":"2025-10-13T10:57:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T09:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.uwe.ac.uk\/employability-applied-sciences\/?p=735"},"modified":"2025-10-13T10:57:12","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T09:57:12","slug":"building-a-scientific-community-join-uwe-society-of-applied-sciences-sas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.uwe.ac.uk\/employability-applied-sciences\/building-a-scientific-community-join-uwe-society-of-applied-sciences-sas\/","title":{"rendered":"Building a Scientific Community: Join UWE Society of Applied Sciences (SAS)\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An academic society open to all students and alumni \u2013 no matter the course or education stage.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In our first years at university, we had struggled to find a sense of belonging and community. This is what led six Biomedical and Biological science students to establish the UWE Society of Applied Sciences (SAS), a student society that helps build scientific and academic skills, all while fostering a sense of community.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Events<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our events run throughout the year, and information can be found on SAS’s Instagram<\/a> or WhatsApp<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Present Your Work:<\/strong> Come and share whatever your passionate about, whether that be your latest results or the plot of your favourite book. These sessions are designed to both build confidence in public speaking and provide a platform for discussing student\u2019s research. Previous students have said these sessions played an invaluable role in preparing for their final poster defences and some of our students have even gone on to present at conferences. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scientific Discussion:\u00a0<\/strong> Wondering how science shapes the world we live in?…. Come to our scientific discussion, a relaxed, thought-provoking sessions where discussions flow, ideas spark, and no one\u2019s afraid to ask, \u201cwhat if?\u201d. Every meeting begins with an intriguing article, and we work together to unpack the science, question the ethics and imagine the possibilities. Join a community where you can discuss and explore diverse scientific fields while engaging in meaningful conversations.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scientific Debates:  <\/strong>This is designed to spark critical discussion and community engagement around scientific and ethical topics. Debates will feature structured arguments to encourage students to explore diverse perspectives on different issues or subject areas. Themes ranging from all Applied Science disciplines. This aims to build confidence and on-the-spot thinking skills. At the end of each debate, the audience will vote for the speaker who best represented their argument.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Non-academic Events:<\/strong> During starting-block we ran a highly successful scavenger hunt with new BSc Biological sciences students. As we get further into the term, we also have a scientific quiz and Halloween movie night planned.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why should you join?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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University isn\u2019t just about lectures and exams, it\u2019s also about growth, exploration, and connection. By supporting each other, sharing knowledge and experiences, working together cross-year and cross-course, we can make the most of what university has to offer.  <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

For undergraduate students<\/strong>, our sessions are designed around building skills that are key for not just assessments but also future careers. Our diverse pool of undergraduate and postgraduate students will also help you develop your network and give you insight into future years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For postgraduates and research active students,<\/strong> we provide the opportunity to share and discuss your work. Because our society includes students from a wide range of backgrounds and educational stages, it\u2019s the perfect place to develop your skills in communicating research to a broad audience.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to join<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A year’s membership for UWE students costs \u00a33. If you\u2019re a graduate, a student from another university, or a member of the public, an Associate membership (\u00a35) is available for you from the SU website<\/a>. Feel free to contact us anytime if you have any questions. Once you have purchased a membership, you\u2019ll be added to a closed WhatsApp group chat exclusively for student members \u2014 a smaller, more informal space for friendly conversations. You are also encouraged to join our open WhatsApp group, available to the wider community (both members and non-members) for sharing opportunities, asking questions, and offering advice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What if I am not a student<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We work closely with the School of Applied Sciences and believe this partnership benefits everyone involved: students grow by exploring what they\u2019re passionate about, academics engage with enthusiastic learners, and ultimately, UWE benefits by graduating students who are more experienced and have a clearer sense of their future direction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if you are an academic or member of industry and would like to offer your time and expertise, please contact us at uwesocietyofappliedscience@outlook.com<\/a>. We are always looking for new and exciting opportunities to offer our members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm regards,  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

UWE SAS committee  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

@Sofiia Shargorodskaia<\/a>, Gabrielle Dass<\/a>, Molly Crow<\/a>, Rhiana Vale Guerreiro<\/a>, Saliha Sadaf<\/a>, and Georgina Donovan<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Contacts<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Email: uwesocietyofappliedscience@outlook.com<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instagram: Instagram<\/a> (@uwe.sas)  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Open WhatsApp Group Chat: WhatsApp<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Become associated with us on Linked In: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/uwe-society-of-applied-sciences\/<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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