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1. Alcatraz, Auschwitz, Chernobyl…the appeal of dark tourism

   Is dark tourism just another fad in the age of the selfie and tick list travelling? Gillian O’Brien explains its appeal and gives it historical context.

2. Tips and advice for the Graduate and Placement Jobs Fair on Wednesday 18 October

   In order to make the most of a recruitment event like this, it is important to prepare ahead of the event. Here are some tips and advice about what you should do before, during and after the fair.

3. March is Library Fest

   Library Services are gearing up for an exciting lineup of events this March as part of Library Fest 2024. There’ll be a range of exciting activities taking place from book swaps to poetry readings, exhibitions, and giveaways for all students, staff and visitors to get involved in.

4. First look at the new student social spaces

   Take a look at the new student social spaces, the first two spaces - in John Foster and Redmonds Buildings - are now complete.

5. Students do their bit for tiger conservation

   Project helps Knowsley Safari Park promote its' Tiger Trail

6. Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls 2022

   Our LJMU Equality team explains why the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and Girls is important, and the support available here at LJMU.

7. International Day of Elimination of Racial Discrimination

   To mark the day, Marie Hie, JMSU's Black and Asian Minority Ethic Student Officer, talks about LJMU's reciprocal mentoring scheme and how we can all contribute to reducing inequalities

8. Female Applications for Professorship and Readership Conferment

   As the university strives for equality, diversity and inclusion, more women are particularly encouraged to apply for the available roles in Readership and Professorship, as they are underrepresented at these levels.

9. LJMU strengthens its commitment to the Armed Forces community

   A cross-university Steering Group has been created and an Armed Forces Champion appointed, to support students, staff and the wider community who have a connection to the Armed Forces.

10. LJMU students learn to drive with virtual reality driving lessons

    Students from Liverpool John Moores University are trialling cutting edge technology that will enable them to learn to drive without the use of a car.