Smiles is a peer to per to peer Mentoring Programme for Students by Students. The Podcast outlines the aims of the project and how it aims to support students in future.
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SMILES Mentoring School of Education and Communities Podcast
What is like being a peer-to-peer mentor on the SMILEs mentoring project? Mikki Daly in conversation with Miriam and Donaleen.
In this episode, the SMILEs project managers Miriam and Donaleen discuss the first-hand experiences and benefits of being a peer-to-peer mentor. Mikki Daly (one of our successful mentors) opens up and shares her experiences.
3 May 2022
Meet the new SMILEs project lead - Miriam and Donaleen in conversation with Dr. Paulet Brown-Wilsher
In the second podcast of 2022, Miriam and Donaleen had a chance to catch up with Dr. Paulet Brown-Wilsher regarding her vision for SMILEs, including developing her wellbeing project Pots and Pans with Dr. Paulet and her overall passion for mentoring. Have a listen to this interview for a view into Dr. Paulet Brown-Wilsher's thoughts about the SMILEs project and mentoring in general.
12 Apr 2022
All about SMILEs - Miriam and Donaleen in conversation with Earle Abrahamson, the founder of SMILEs.
In our first podcast of 2022, SMILEs Project Managers Miriam and Donaleen discuss the origins, visions and future of SMILEs with the founder Earle Abrahamson. Just before his departure from UEL, we were lucky enough to capture his pioneering story. Listen in for a truly inspirational moment.
27 Jul 2021
Inga and Darren in conversation with Jane Watson
Smiles mentors Inga and Darren welcomed to the podcast Jane Watson representing the UEL Wellbeing team. We as mentors believe that student wellbeing is an important aspect and closely connected to student academic success. Therefore, the aim of this podcast is to provide more information about the support available at UEL as the academic journey can be often challenging and stressful especially for new cohorts.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
27 Jul 2021
Inga and Darren in conversation with Cassey
In this podcast, Cassey is sharing her learning experience as a mentee with two of our esteemed SMILES Mentors.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
27 Jul 2021
In Darren and Inga in conversation with Smiles co-founders - Lizana Oberholzer and Jonathan Mann
Smiles mentors Darren and Inga have welcomed back Smiles co-founders Lizana Oberholzer and Jonathan Mann. The project has come to an end for this academic year and we would like to hear their thoughts about it. The aim of the session is to reflect on how has the project grown when looking back at the original idea and is there a potential future for it.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
27 Jul 2021
Darren and Inga in conversation with Lisa Taylor
Smiles mentors Darren and Inga welcomed to the podcast Lisa Taylor, a Lecturer at the School of Education and Communities. Lisa joined UEL being a student herself and with hard work and dedication has become one of the amazing lecturers at UEL. Lisa has been seen as a mentor by many of her students and her story is an inspiration to many more.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
6 Jun 2021
UEL EduCom SMILES Mentors Reflecting on their Journey!
Listen to our UEL EduCom SMILES Mentors reflecting on their journey as mentors. SMILES is a peer to peer mentor programme for students by students to support learners on their journey to succeed at UEL. The EducComs Programme was founded by Lizana Oberholzer and Dr Jonathan Mann, and it had a profound impact on students' journeys during Covid-19 to continue to provide them with support during this challenging time.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
28 May 2021
Listen to Dr Jonathan Mann and the SMILES Mentors Sharing their reflections on the SMILES Project
Listen to Dr Jonathan Mann and the SMILES Mentors Sharing their reflections on the SMILES Project
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
27 Apr 2021
SMILES Mentors in Conversation with Win Pang, one of UEL's wonderful Librarians, discussing tips on how to find resources.
SMILES Mentors in Conversation with Win Pang, one of UEL's wonderful Librarians, discussing tips on how to find resources.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
21 Apr 2021
UEL Mentors giving advice to UEL Mentees: In conversation - Miriam and Inga
Mentors sharing valuable advice to support UG mentees at UEL EduComs.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
21 Apr 2021
Academic Tutor Support for UEL EduComs Students - Miriam in conversation with Johannes Maronda
Listen to the advice provided by the UEL's academic tutors in conversation with our EduComs Lead Mentors. So much guidance and support is available to ensure that mentees succeed.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
11 Apr 2021
SMILES Mentoring and Chartered College of Teaching Network Event - From Student to Headteacher
SMILES Mentoring and Chartered College of Teaching Network Event - From Student to Headteacher. Dr Kulvarn Atwal shares his journey from student to headteacher with UEL students, as part of the SMILES and Chartered Colleges of Teaching Network Event.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
11 Apr 2021
Sharing Experiences as a Level 4 Student and Mentor - Donaleen and Darren in Conversation
Sharing Experiences as a Level 4 Student and Mentor - Donaleen and Darren in Conversation. Darren is a School of Education and Communities SMILES Mentor, and he is talking to Donaleen, one of our Lead Mentors, about his first experiences as a mature student at UEL.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
28 Mar 2021
SMILES Mentors' Advice to Level 4 Students: Finding your feet on your new course – Nadia Shafi and Donaleen Johnson share their expeirence.
SMILES Mentoring is a peer to peer mentoring programme, for students by students. In this episode mentors share their experiences, and tips on how to find your feet in your first year at university.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
12 Mar 2021
UEL SMILES Mentoring Project Introduction Podcast
The UEL SMILES Project in the School of Education is supported by Lizana Oberholzer and Jonathan Mann, and the Lead Mentors and Mentoring Team. This project provides peer to peer mentoring support for Level 4, 5 and 6 students. It is mentoring for students by students. The aim is to help students find their feet, offer support, and guidance, as well as academic and career support to ensure that students can flourish. In this episode the team aims to outline the purpose of the programme.
Edited by Megan Oberholzer
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