Unity 101 Community Radio Show – Podcasts
Unity 101 Community Radio is the South’s leading Asian and Ethnic radio station. Based in Southampton the station includes a variety shows “By the community, for the community and to the community” including the monthly community hour hosted by the Solent University Widening Participation Team where we discuss a variety of education focussed topics featuring guests from the university and local Southampton community.
May 2021 Community Hour – Making Higher Education Accessible for People Seeking Sanctuary
We discuss our journey to becoming a University of Sanctuary with advice for those seeking sanctuary about higher education, with guests Caroline Barfoot (Solent University Head of Student Experience), Dan Steel (Southampton Schools of Sanctuary Network) & Maryam Taher (City of Sanctuary Charity).
June 2021 Community Hour – Life Long Learning
During the show we will explore the importance of lifelong learning and how Solent is supporting residents to develop new skills and enhance employability with Rhys Phillips (Solent University UK Student Recruitment Manager), Ali Phillips (Southampton City Council) and Ismail Ahmed (Upton Training).
July 2021 Community Hour – Mental Health
During the show we will explore the importance of mental and physic health and impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on this. Guests include Paul Overton (Head of Bitterne Park Sixth Form), Abigail Oakley (Solent Mind Heads Up Project Leader) and Associate Professor Adam Hawkey (Solent University).
August 2021 Community Hour – Results Day & Clearing
During the show we discuss GSCE, A Level and BTEC results day and how this can lead to university. Guests include Mike Jones (Assistant Principal – Itchen College) and Lauren Davis (Admissions & Enrolment Manager – Solent University).
September 2021 Community Hour – Civic Engagement
During the show we discuss the Solent University Civic Charter and community engagement. Guests include Mike Toy (Senior Communities Development Manager – Solent University).