Public Engagement Conversations
Public engagement conversations provide a regular opportunity to network with others about engagement-related themes.
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Interested in public engagement?
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Want to meet like-minded people at the University?
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Looking for some inspiring ideas?
Then come along to one of our Public Engagement Conversations, held at regular points throughout the year.
There is a wealth of engagement-related expertise across our University and outside of it and our free conversations are a quick way for people to share their ideas and experiences. Everyone is welcome - no experience in engagement activities is required.
Each conversation takes the format of researchers and professionals from within and without the University presenting on an area of interest, followed by Q&As. Sessions always run on a Wednesday afternoon, 1.15 - 2.30pm; attendees are encouraged to network following the event and tea, coffee, and biscuits are provided.
Upcoming conversations
Due to a current shortage of staff, we've had to postpone our plans for Public Engagement Conversations for Semester (2), but hope to be able schedule future conversations for later in 2018.
Past conversations & resources
2016 / 2017 academic year
Designing and delivering engaging exhibits: Wednesday 23 November 2016
The role of engagement in impact case studies. Wednesday 26 October 2016
Presentation: Public engagement in REF2014
Presentation: Constructing excellent impact case studies
Examples of 4* impact case studies
Engagement & Impact: Lessons from REF2014
Evidencing impact: links to generic learning outcomes, generic social outcomes, and the National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement's evaluation resources
2015 / 2016 academic year
Influencing the policy process through qualitative research. Wednesday 20 April 2016
Advice on engaging with policymakers
Promoting your research through the media. Wednesday 9 March 2016
Promoting your research - presentation
Top tips on promoting your research through the media
Engagement at Festivals. Wednesday 25 November 2015
Find out more about the Bath Taps into Science Festival
Find out more about the Festival of Social Science
Find out more about the Green Man Festival
Top tips for engagement at festivals
School-University Partnerships: Research engagement with schools. Wednesday 21 October 2015
2014 / 2015 academic year
Engagement in Curricula - How can we embed public engagement into curricula? Wednesday 29 April 2015
Exploring various examples of how researchers have embedded public engagement activities into undergraduate modules.
Public Engagement & Impact: Risks, challenges and opportunities. Wednesday 25 March 2015
How the research impact and public engagement agendas connect with examples from the recent REF exercise.
Engaged Publics - Why do people get involved in research? Wednesday 25 February 2015
The motivations, benefits and challenges for members of the public who choose to volunteer in research.
Engaging with Industry: Wednesday 10 December 2014
The benefits and challenges of engaging with industrial partners in research.
Art & research: Wednesday 12 November 2014
How can academics and artists work together to engage a wider public?
Citizen Science: Wednesday 8 October 2014
How best to involve the public in data collection and analysis.
2013 / 2014 academic year
Using Social Media to Engage: Wednesday 2 April 2014
How are researchers using a variety of social media tools to help raise their profile and maximise the impact of their research?
Engaging with Schools: Wednesday 5 March 2014
Learning how best to engage with children and young people in research, from primary school level up.
Public Engagement at Bath: Wednesday 5 February 2014
What can we learn from each other's approaches across the faculties and the School of Management?
