Entries by joshua

World Vegan Day

November is World Vegan Month!   There are many benefits in adopting more of a plant based diet and limiting our meat intake. The impact of the western world’s overconsumption of meat in our diet is one of the biggest drivers of climate change, health problems, deforestation and inequality. There has been a rapid increase […]

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Turnitin Issues (20 October)

Turnitin issues (20 October) 20th October 2020 Turnitin is currently unavailable due to an external problem with their service which they are trying to resolve. This affects all Turnitin assignments in the Gower College Swansea Moodle. Please do not attempt to submit or mark any Turnitin assignments at the moment until the service returns. If […]

Circuit Breaker Lockdown

Following the First Minister’s announcement today (Monday 19 October) about a national circuit breaker lockdown, Gower College Swansea will now consult with other colleges in Wales. We will aim to issue a statement tomorrow about how this might impact on staff and students over the next two weeks.   Yn dilyn cyhoeddiad Prif Weinidog Cymru […]

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Great Black Britons

Tessa Sanderson, CBE Tessa Sanderson was the first Black British woman to win an Olympic gold medal. Ever. A javelin thrower and heptathlete, Sanderson is a six-time Olympian, taking gold in 1984. By the end of the 1990 season, Tessa Sanderson had established herself as a living legend in the world of international javelin throwing. […]

Library Services : Click and Click

Click and Click Book a PC or Study Space in our Libraries We are delighted to welcome back students back to our library in Tycoch. You will be able to use a PC or bring your own laptop to study. Make an appointment: Tell us when you want to use a PC or book a […]

Enrichment Team Mental Health Top Tips

As part of Mental Health Week our Enrichment Team have created short 1 minute videos on their coping strategies for mental health. Check them out below! Paul – Enrichment Officer Josh – GCS Active Lead Bernice – Student Liaison Assistant Helen – Pastoral Coach If you have any questions or would like a chat with […]

Mental Wellbeing Planner 12.10

World Mental Health Week The enrichment team have put together a planner with activities designed to improve and give guidance on taking care of your mental health. There are 5 minute sessions that you can perform at your desk, helpful tips and a whole host of other activities to take part in. Make sure you […]

Student Wellbeing Hub & Planner

Here at GCS we care about your wellbeing. We have created a Wellbeing Hub that you can access from any device via Moodle. The Wellbeing Hub is full of resources to improve, boost and build your mental resilience. A weekly Wellbeing Planner will also be uploaded to the page with tips on improving your 5 […]