LEAVERS' FAIR 2023
Come and join us at our three-day Oxford Alumni Leavers' Fair 2023! Listen to free sessions offering essential careers advice and next-step networking tips, plus get involved in mindfulness activities for mental health wellbeing... there's something for everyone. Grab a fab freebie, and snap yourself in our selfie corner!
What's happening?


2-3pm: Cringe-free networking: what, why and how?
Few of us like the idea of ‘networking’. But we know that forging good relationships helps us understand how things work in new spheres of research or employment, and can open doors. Come along for an hour of myth-busting insights into the hidden job market and tips on effective networking through various mechanisms including social media.
Speakers: Madalena Fonseca and Claire Chesworth, Oxford University Careers Service
*Please note that places at this workshop are offered on a first come, first served basis.*
You can also find out about:
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Careers support for life - with Dr Mike Moss, Alumni Careers Adviser
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The Language Centre - brush up your language skills
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Enspire Oxford - support and resources for budding entrepreneurs
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Alumni groups - join our network of regional and special interest groups
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Degree Conferrals Office - eDocuments system for accessing transcripts and documents
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Oxford University Sport- find out about concessions membership for alumni
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The Alumni Office team and pick up your My Oxford Card

2-3pm: Next steps for a career direction
Dr Mike Moss will overview the job market uncovering some less well trodden potential directions, review the typical career directions of past Oxford graduates and provide concrete action steps for those still exploring their options. He will be happy to answer any questions you have.
Speaker: Dr Mike Moss FRSC FRSA - Alumni Careers Adviser, University of Oxford
*Please note that places at this workshop are offered on a first come, first served basis.*
4pm: The Oxford Alternotives
Enjoy the fair against the melodic backdrop of one of Oxford's premier a capella groups.
You can also find out about:
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Careers support for life - with Dr Mike Moss, Alumni Careers Adviser
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The Language Centre - brush up your language skills
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Enspire Oxford - support and resources for budding entrepreneurs
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The Oxford & Cambridge Club - membership of the Club house in the heart of London
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Oxford Hub - find out about volunteering programmes and community projects if you're staying in Oxford
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Alumni groups - join our network of regional and special interest groups
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Degree Conferrals Office - eDocuments system for accessing transcripts and documents
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Oxford University Sport- find out about concessions membership for alumni
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The Alumni Office team and pick up your My Oxford Card


1-2pm: Mindful crafting: make a miniature mortar board!
Take a mindful moment to slow down and create your own miniature mortar board! This light hearted, step-by-step paper craft is open to all.
Eden Fay is an art and mindfulness facilitator who runs informal workshops focused on taking time for yourself, having a play and being kinder to yourself. They're great for looking after your mental wellbeing, regardless of if you see yourself as creative or not!
*Please note that places at this workshop are offered on a first come, first served basis.*
You can also find out about:
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The Language Centre - brush up your language skills
-
Careers support for life - chat with advisers from Oxford University Careers Service
-
Alumni groups - join our network of regional and special interest groups
-
Degree Conferrals Office - eDocuments system for accessing transcripts and documents
-
Oxford University Sport- find out about concessions membership for alumni
-
The Alumni Office team and pick up your My Oxford Card

Grab one of our colouring postcards of iconic Oxford landmarks.

Take a moment to reflect on your Oxford journey and post your thoughts to our gratitude tree.

Smile and snap in our selfie corners.
The Leavers' Fair is free and open exclusively to new and recent Oxford alumni. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you!
What's next?
Visit our dedicated New Alumni microsite - your one-stop shop for resources and information which you can continue to access wherever life takes you.