Next week our final year acting students will perform a number of challenging plays exploring the nature of human relationships at a free theatre festival. The festival will cover thought-provoking issues such as co-dependency, Stockholm syndrome,
A huge congratulations to Provost and Professor of Education, Tanya Ovenden-Hope, for earning the highest level of recognition from all three education sectors’ professional bodies in the UK. Tanya leads Education Research at Marjon. Her
Good luck to Outdoor Adventure Education student Connie Baker, who is heading to Hawaii to compete in one of the world’s most strenuous competitions. The historic KONA race will take athletes through the clear waters of Kailua Bay, along the
Congratulations to Kate Doison, an Outdoor Adventure Education graduate, who recently returned from the LWC Adelaide 2018 World Surf Lifesaving Championships in Australia with three bronze medals! Kate is a member of the GB women’s Inshore Rescue
We can count Plymouth Argyle FC, Plymouth Albion RFC, Exeter Chiefs and the Namibian World Cup Rugby team amongst the many users of our world-class sport facilities; including gym, swimming pool, sports hall and 3G pitch. Another team that play and
#WeAreMarjon “I love working in the outdoors. My job allows me to invite people from all different backgrounds to share my passion for the natural environment. The special thing is getting to be a small part of someone’s life journey. Knowing
The University will be closed on Thursday 1 March and all classes are cancelled, this is due to the forecast of heavy snow. The snow is likely to make it difficult for staff and students to travel to campus. We're sorry for the inconvenience. Stay
We want to welcome and congratulate Sarah Boyd for being elected the new Marjon Student Union President, starting the first week of June! "I knew from early on in my second year of studies that I wanted to go for the role of president." "I believe
“The thing I enjoy most is the broad range of topics, spanning across all aspects of health. Not only does it keep the course exciting, but it provides a broad knowledge base that can be applied to many professions - the skill sets earned are wide.
Have you heard about Marjon Zero? We are passionate about the planet. Our ambition in everything we do is to improve lives for all, so we’re committed to doing our bit to protect against climate change and nature loss. Marjon Zero is an exciting
We just wanted to remind our students from everyone at Marjon Student Union that we are still here to support you. We're working really hard to try and make up for everything you've missed, and we're holding onto hope for the last few months of this
Calling all current students Did you know that you are able too apply for a Studiosity Boost? We will allocate additional usages of the system to those that apply - this is likely to be one, two or three additional usages. And, if this is not felt
Congratulations to student Sarah McJury for captaining Help for Heroes Team Endeavour to victory at a Wheelchair Rugby Triple Header Tournament this weekend. Sarah, an all round athlete and Navy Veteran, medalled at the Warrior Games 2017 (in
I’m kind of enjoying lockdown to be honest. I’m living on campus and I feel lucky to be back as I have my housemates. We plan lots of activities to keep entertained. We cook together as a house, play games, watch TV together and go for walks to
Seminar: Science vs Reality - How To Support A Champion We welcome Dr Steve Ingham, Director of Science and Technical Development at The English Institute of Sport (EIS) to present this seminar. Date: Thursday 14th January 2016 Time: 10:30-11:30am
#CheeringForClearing “I was going through a really tough time during sixth form and had to take a leave of educational absence whilst undergoing medical treatment. I returned at the beginning of exam season, feeling unprepared, overwhelmed and
We love to see our students in action These second year BA Primary Education students delivered a mathematical games event with the children across Key Stage 2 at Horrabridge Primary & Nursery School. They developed games and activities linked to
The University hosts an ongoing series of talks by Visiting Writers. The talks are free to attend and open to all - we invite anyone who loves literature to join us at these inspiring evenings. The next Visiting Writer talks are with author Tom
It is Mental Health Awareness Week and this year the focus is on Mindfulness. Mindfulness is an integrative, mind-body based training that helps people to change the way they think and feel about their experiences. To mark Mental Health Awareness
"It was a fantastic way for me to learn that I know more than I thought... It was an experience that pushed all boundaries, but it definitely gave me more confidence." Over on the blog Rynette Hartmann, a Speech and Language Therapy student, tells
A huge well done to all of the half marathon runners today; the sports therapists giving massages and the psyching team supporting people throughout event. Here's Alister reporting on the success of his teams' mental pick-me-ups:
Graduation update Class of 2020 and class of 2021. We know you’ve waited a long time for this. But graduation is finally coming. We’ll be holding graduation this October in the Plymouth Guildhall. Classes of 2020 and 2021 will be graduating
There was good news for Marjon when the results of the National Student Survey were released this week. It asks final year students at UK universities about their university experience. We were the no. 1 university in England for “learning
Good luck to all the runners taking part in Plymouth Britain's Ocean City 10K including our team of Marjon runners. Look out for the Marjon psyching team, there to help you on your way. You’ve got this Plymouth!
#WeAreMarjon "We go through about 50 boxes of tissues a month - all kinds of things can happen to students including bereavement, relationship breakdown or illness. At Graduation every year we love watching our students walk across that stage. Not
Explore the world of business, management, and enterprise with us! We're thrilled to invite you to a virtual session where you can discover the exciting MSc Business, Management, and Enterprise programme at Plymouth Marjon University. Join us as
#WeAreMarjon “As part of my role as a student Climate Commissioner I was very lucky to get a pass to COP26 with observer status and help represent the EAUC (the alliance for sustainability leadership in education). My initial experience of it, to
Another successful year for Marjon's Change Maker Project! ⭐ A huge well done to the student change makers for all of their hard work and success. Each Change Maker was assigned 50 hours paid work to plan, research and deliver their project,
Celebrating the early days of the College of St Mark in Chelsea What do Tolstoy, Alan Rickman, Cliff Richard, Gilbert & Sullivan, and Douglas Adams all have in common? They’ve all visited the College of St Mark’s or been taught by its tutors.
#WeAreMarjon “I love maths and science; it’s really disheartening that they get such a bad reputation. I want to change that. I am passionate about flipping the narrative of having a ‘maths brain’ or ‘science brain’. Anyone can access
All are welcome to attend Professor Gary Shum's Inaugural Lecture at 6pm on Thursday 18 October. Tickets are free and must be reserved in advance via Eventbrite:
It is the first day of #Rio2016 and we're all ready to cheer on Marjon students Ben Proud and Sarah Barrow. Both will compete as members of Team GB at the Olympic Games.
Congratulations to Physical Education student, Angus Scotney who has recently returned from the International Surfing Association (ISA) World Surfing Games in EL Salvador, coaching the British surfing team. ♂️ Angus began surfing
⛔ This week we have been working with the Marjon Student Union on our #NeverOK campaign. As part of our week of activities, students and staff have: Learnt about behaviours that won't be tolerated at Marjon. Learnt how to report inappropriate
Congratulations to Liam, Rhys, James and Pat as the tennis team have topped their BUCS league, winning all but one match along the way! They have earned promotion to the next league. The team, who drew a tough match at Varsity, are at the Regional
Happy birthday Plymouth Marjon University For 182 years, Marjon has supported students to reach their potential and seize life's opportunities. A quick history: Students were welcomed to St John’s College, Battersea for the first time in February
After the overwhelming response to the taster event we have decided to put on a 2nd taster for those of you that missed out on tickets for the first one. This will be a repeat of the first taster, so if you are booked for that one, there is no need
On Friday 18 Marjon Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation students supported squash players at Nuffield Health throughout a 24 hour Squashathon in aid of BBC Children in Need. The students provided sports massage treatments, it was a great opportunity
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) ❤️ And the theme this year is loneliness. Loneliness can affect us all. But, full-time students are among those at higher risk of feeling lonely. 22% of students nationally have reported feeling
#TimeToTalk Day is a chance for all of us to be more open about mental health – to talk, to listen, to change lives. Talking helps to break down negative stereotypes and can support people who are feeling isolated. Students can talk to our
Charlotte, Matt and Melissa are Sport Development students here at the University of St Mark & St John and they have organised a 5km fun run for this Sunday 26th April. The run is in aid of Trevi House, a residential rehabilitation unit which helps
Tonight Come along to our fundraiser at 7.30pm at The Quad Theatre and help us to raise money for the people of Ukraine. All money made from ticket sales will go to the Disaster Emergency Committee who work with some of the top aid agencies to
#BlackHistoryMonth At Marjon, we pride ourselves on our culture of inclusivity and commitment to widening participation. Not only did we pioneer the provision of quality education for all in the UK, but we also reached out to the rest of the world
Dear Class of 2022, Registration is now open for Graduation Graduation will take place on Wednesday 26 & Thursday 27 October in the Plymouth Guildhall. Tickets will be bookable until Wednesday 21 September and you have the opportunity to purchase up