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This Sunday marks the 105th Remembrance Day since it's beginning in 1919. Remembrance Sunday holds particular significance for our college because of the Famous Fifty. Their legacy is a poignant reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of those who came before us. Let’s honour their memory and ensure their stories are never forgotten. Honouring the Famous Fifty: Coalville’s brave civilian volunteers who led the way in WW1. These men, mostly miners and engineering workers, left their local industries in August 1914 to answer the call of duty. They were the first civilian volunteers from the country to land in France, paving the way for thousands more. Their journey began with basic training at High Tor, marching to local churches, and receiving their uniforms just days before deployment. On October 30, 1914, they marched to Hugglescote’s St John Baptist Church for a final service, then to Coalville Train Station, cheered on by families and well-wishers. Their courage and camaraderie were unmatched, and they became known as the Famous Fifty, a symbol of Coalville’s spirit and sacrifice. Share their story and keep their memory alive. #WW1History #FamousFifty #CoalvilleHeroes #Bravery #Remembrance #NeverForget #SMBCollegeGroup

Good luck to our Leicester Tigers ACE and AoC squads today for their games against Gosforth, Southport & Hartpury! You've got this! 💪🐯 📸 Our brilliant Creative Media students! #OneoftheFamily

Meet Georgia & Heidi, our lovely Leicester Longwools, bred by our Animal Management Lecturer Abbie Hatton. The Leicester Longwools are classed as 'at risk' on the Watch List of the British Rare Breeds. This is a really exciting opportunity to add these to our range of animals at our Brooksby Campus, allowing students to be part of caring for and helping keep this rare breed alive and thriving in the UK. #LeicesterLongwool #RareBreeds #SheepLove #BritishFarming #HalterTraining #Animals #Conservation #AnimalManagement #College #SMBCollege

Thank you to everyone who's visited us so far this term for our open events - we've had the best time showing you around our campuses! Not been to see us yet? You're in luck! We've still got three open events to go before Christmas break! 🤩 Book your place here: https://buff.ly/34U6Gvg

🎄🎁 Help Us Spread Christmas Joy! 🎁🎄 Our Health & Social Care students need your support in bringing Christmas cheer to young people facing homelessness. We’re collecting gift boxes and donations for the YMCA Leicestershire to make sure everyone has something special this season! 🌟 Deadline for donations: Wednesday 27th November 📍 Drop-off location: Cluster 2, Stephenson Campus or Brooksby Campus Reception Your generosity can bring comfort and joy to residents aged 16-25 who are building a better future with the YMCA. 🎁 Gift Ideas: Toiletries, gift sets, arts & crafts Cosy socks, scarves, games, treats Non-perishable foods, mugs, hot chocolate & more! Let’s make this holiday season brighter for those who need it most! 💖

🌍 During National Inclusion Week, SMB College Group proudly launched the new WILL initiative, furthering our dedication to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) across all three campuses! The WILL initiative is all about celebrating, advocating, and inspiring EDI across every area of our college—from our students and staff to our valued stakeholders. Through WILL, we're committed to: 💡 Celebrating EDI in all our operations 🔎 Monitoring our progress and impact 👂 Listening to voices across the college 📈 Leading the way with equal opportunities for all When asked what EDI Means to him, Dylan, a student at our Stephenson Campus, beautifully summed it up: "Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion means that you should treat everyone how you would like to be treated." 💬 You can read our full statement on our website https://buff.ly/3YLPCAo 🔗

Register for our next full-campus open day at Brooksby on Saturday 16th November to learn more about studying: 🐮 Agriculture, Countryside & Environmental 🐶 Animal & Equine Studies 💅 Beauty Therapy 🧱 Construction Trades 🍎 Childcare & Early Years 🎬 Creative Media Production 🚜Motor Vehicle & Land-based Engineering 🏉 Sport & Sports Science 👮♀️ Uniformed Public Services We look forward to seeing you there! Book your place here: https://buff.ly/3U8lGf7

Happy Diwali everyone! Hope everyone celebrating today has a wonderful time!🕯️ Diwali is an ancient festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains all over the world. Often described as the festival of lights, it celebrates light over darkness and good over evil. It’s a time for exchanging presents and wishing goodwill to all.

Our Animal & Equine Studies Open Day is fast approaching! 🐴🐱 If you're passionate about a career working with animals, this is the open day for you! Tour our excellent Animal Care & Equestrian Centres, meet our industry-expert teaching staff (and our animals!) and find out everything you need to know about being a student at our stunning 850-acre Brooksby Campus! 🌳 Book your place here: https://buff.ly/3As5JK7

🐾✨ Ready to groom your furry friend like a pro? ✨🐾 Our Dog Grooming Taster Course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the essentials of dog grooming or explore a career in the grooming industry! 🐶💇♀️ Bring your own dog and dive into a hands-on day of learning. 📅 Date: Saturday 16th November | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM 💰 Cost: £99 (VAT exempt) What You’ll Learn: 🌟 Grooming prep, bathing, drying, and styling techniques 🛠️ How to use a range of grooming tools for different breeds and coat types 🤲 Correct handling techniques and understanding dog behavior No experience needed – just bring your pup and enthusiasm! 🐾 Find out more on our website! https://buff.ly/4acv73Q 🔗