Education and Student Experience Team
Who we are and what we do
Welcome! We’re the Education and Student Experience (ESE) team, here to support students and staff across the School of English. We're here to help you make the most of your university experience, both in and beyond your studies.
Throughout the year, we'll keep you updated with information about your course, events, and opportunities to get involved, from peer mentoring to becoming a course rep. We also work closely with the Students' Union to make sure student voices are heard through course reps and Student Staff Forums, where students and staff work together to improve the student experience.
Look out for our weekly email updates every Tuesday during term time, and feel free to get in touch with any questions or ideas. We're always happy to help!
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Past Events
Chinese New Year
The School of English is proud to be a diverse, welcoming community that celebrates cultures from all around the world. One of the highlights of our year is our Chinese New Year celebration—a vibrant, fun event open to everyone in the School.
There’s food, music, performances, and a great atmosphere. It’s a fantastic way to connect with others, learn something new, and be part of our inclusive community.
Come along, get involved—we’d love to see you there!
Communi-Tea Café
Looking for a friendly space to relax, meet new people, and take a break from your studies? Come along to our Communi-Tea Cafés—free, informal events held regularly during term time in the Student Common Room.
Grab a hot drink and a biscuit (or two!), have a chat with fellow students, and enjoy being part of our School of English community. Everyone’s welcome—just drop in and say hello!
University Mental Health Day
University Mental Health Day is a yearly event that highlights the importance of taking care of your mental wellbeing. Across campus, there are activities and events to help you reflect, recharge, and access support if you need it.
In the School of English, we host a drop-in event in the Student Common Room where you can take a moment to unwind—whether that’s through some mindful crafting, picking up useful wellbeing resources, or simply having a chat. Staff from the Wellbeing Team are also on hand if you’d like to talk or ask questions.
Everyone’s welcome—come along, take a breather, and look after your mental health.
Our Team
Rachel Redford
Faculty Education and Student Experience Manager
Gisela Gomez
Faculty Education and Student Experience Senior Administrator
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Claire Humphries
Faculty Education and Student Experience Senior Administrator
Olivia Hough
Faculty Education and Student Experience Administrator