2. I can certainly say that thanks to the support from the Chancellor’s
Fund, I had the opportunity to further develop my skills in drawing.
My drawings have become better because the markers allow me
to test combinations of colours, imitate textures, and the result is
quality drawings that are vivid and exciting. I am certain that the
Copic markers will help me in my studies and enable me to get
one step closer to achieving my goal. I feel really happy that I can
share my vision and creative thoughts with my peers and tutors.
Thanks to the Chancellor’s Fund, I feel more confident not only in
my drawings, but as a person as well.
Yoana Krasteva, BSc Architecture, 2014
The power of collective giving is
immensely important to our students and
has a far greater impact than most can
imagine. Therefore even what may seem
an insignificant gift is vital to Coventry’s
fundraising effort.
Every gift makes
a difference
The Chancellor’s Fund has enabled us to reach the parts of the
students’ requirements which cannot be addressed by other
means. We can all remember the days where it was the small
things that made a difference and that is really the essence of this
fund. I have been happy to support this from the outset and I will
continue to do so. Contributions can be of any amount and I look
forward to being joined by a growing number of donors.
Ernest Petrie, Pro-Chancellor and Donor
The front cover was drawn by Yoana Krasteva, a recipient of The Chancellor’s
Fund. Yoana received £250 to purchase industry standard materials to help hone
her skills and improve her portfolio. Yoana will be graduating in November 2014
with First Class Honours in Architecture. The Chancellor’s Fund is entirely donor-
funded. Thanks to these generous donations we are able to support our students
reach their potential.
3. 15 people giving
£5 per month could
support a student
through an unpaid
placement
Whether it’s support to help a student on a work
placement or a grant so they can meet their educational
needs,TheChancellor’sFundisavitalresource.Donations
from alumni and supporters give our students access to
experiences and opportunities that can enhance their
education and future.
Not every student can afford to take advantage of all of
the opportunities available to them at University. Work
experience, specialist equipment or even recommended
course books can be out of reach for some, but through
The Chancellor’s Fund it is possible to make a difference
to a student’s academic career.
The Chancellor’s Fund
4. 10 people giving £20 per month will help
support a disabled student through University
A significant number of students experience financial difficulties
throughout their time at University. The financial burden can be
even greater for some, including people with disabilities, single
parents, individuals from low income families and care leavers.
From September 2014 and as part of the government’s broader
changes to the funding of Higher Education, the national Access to
Learning Fund (ALF) is being replaced by grant schemes created
at a local level. At Coventry University, ALF is being replaced by the
‘Student Hardship Fund’ which is designed to provide grants to
help students directly affected by the closure of ALF. The Student
Hardship Fund will be of enormous value to our students whose
circumstances result in them being unable to pay for equipment or
materials that can help them progress, as well as those who are
struggling with the general cost living.
Coventry University has recently been voted University of the Year
for Student Experience* and we want to ensure that all our students
have a positive experience irrespective of their individual needs.
*The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015.
Student Hardship
5. Sports and Societies are a great way to integrate
into life at University and make friendships that
can last a life time. Coventry University Students’
Union helps facilitate 46 sports clubs and 88
societies, ensuring students get the most out of
extra-curricular activities. Most clubs and societies
have very tight budgets with most of their funding
used on transport. This makes it difficult to
purchase new equipment or to fund professional
coaching. You might have been a member of one
of these clubs or someone passionate to see
young people thrive in all aspects of University life.
Sports & Societies
20 people giving £15 per month
will fund professional coaches to
improve our athletes’ sporting skills
6. 4 people giving £15 per month will enable
us to send one student to India to support our
development activities with local charities
A partnership between a charity in India and Coventry University is
supporting disadvantaged children while creating global work
placements for Sports Science students.
Youth Football Club (YFC) Rurka Kalan was founded in 2000 by Jas
Sandhu, alumnus of Coventry University, and supported by Alan Malik,
who like Jas, is an Associate Director of Coventry City Football Club.
The aim of the charity is to give underprivileged children of Rurka Kalan a
more positive and sustainable lifestyle through activities and educational
opportunities.
Our work in India now also involves placements for English Language
students who have been working in a primary school – Godiva Lions
Public School – which is only 30 minutes away from YFC Rurka Kalan.
The school was created for children who cannot afford a school uniform or
text books – let alone travel and school fees. Sponsorship from the Lions
Club of Coventry Godiva has seen the school expand from eight pupils to
more than 140.
Coventry University is proud to play its part in developing disadvantaged
young people in India. Our involvement also ensures Coventry students
benefit from an international placement to help their future employment
prospects.
International Volunteering
