Make Plastic History Piecing together human civilization with plastic through creativity and play

Cracking Code Quality: 12th November 1pm - 3pm; Cadman G028; Do you love software or games? Hear directly from Andrew Shaw, our speaker from BCS who will take us through an interactive talk on why exactly software testing is ESSENTIAL to success. Combine QA with programming in our session!; Learning and Development | Open Lecture or Talk | Academic Interests | Making a Change

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Coping with Exams: 12th November 3pm - 3:30pm; Online via MS Teams; Many students get stressed or worried whilst studying and revising for their exams. This is understandable as exam results can have an direct impact on your grades.; Learning and Development | Online

Myth Board Games: 12th November 3pm - 9pm; Flaxman Building, L100; Come join us for our weekly Board Games session; Activities and Games

Free Pool: 12th November 4pm - 7pm; Ember Lounge ST4 2DE; Why not avoid the rush-hour traffic and come and play pool in Ember, absolutely FREE!; Ember Lounge

Cosplay & Crafts - MOVIE NIGHT: 12th November 5pm - 7:30pm; Flaxman Film Theatre; Think you're ready for Freddy? Relive the magic of the first movie on the big screen with the Cosplay & Crafts Society before the launch of the highly anticipated FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S 2!; Activities and Games | LGBTQ+ | Group Members Only | Stoke Campus

Staf-FUR-dshire Weekly Social: 12th November 5pm - 10pm; Catalyst Ca206/7/8; Come along to the weekly Staf-FUR-dshire social!

NBA 2K Fundraiser Tournament: 12th November 5:30pm - 8pm; TBC

GDS Weekly Study Session: 12th November 6pm - 8pm; Cadman c108; Join us every week in Cadman C108 from 6-8 pm for a relaxed space to study, work on projects, and share ideas with other game dev students. It’s a great way to stay productive, get feedback, and connect with like-minded peers.; Academic Interests | Activities and Games | Stoke Campus

Photography Show & Tell: 12th November 6pm - 8pm; L212, Flaxman; Show off any photos you've taken that you're proud of!; Academic Interests | Give it a Go | Stoke Campus

RCSF welcome Talk: 12th November 6pm - 7pm; Ca 221 Catalyst building; RCSF welcome Event; Learning and Development | Academic Interests | Activities and Games | Faith and Religion | Give it a Go | Welcome Events

Social Knight Social Night - (TBD): 12th November 6pm - 8pm

Sonic Society x Staf-FUR-dshire: 12th November 6pm - 9pm; Beacon T003-T004; Join Sonic and Staf-FUR-dshire in a crossover for the ages! Ever wondered what it's like to make a Sonic OC? Create your own or turn your existing fursona into one! We will have Sonic Forces avatar maker, picrews and physical templates/pen & paper!; Activities and Games | Esports and Gaming | LGBTQ+ | Stoke Campus

Splatoon Meet up: 12th November 6pm - 9pm; Mellor S500; Weekly Splatoon meet up!; Activities and Games | Esports and Gaming | Inclusion | Group Members Only

Staffs Snow - Weekly Session: 12th November 6pm - 9pm; Stoke Ski Centre; Weekly Snowsports Session @ Stoke Ski Centre! Skiing, snowboarding and occasionally falling. Meet up: Outside Ember Lounge Time: 6pm; Sport

Star Wars Society Weekly Meeting: Movie Night: 12th November 6pm - 8pm; T005 - Beacon Building; Come along to our weekly meeting of the star wars society, This week we are watching a movie voted by YOU in our discord; Activities and Games | Stoke Campus

Juicy Sounds: 12th November 8pm - midnight; Ember Lounge; A night of great music and a free pint of Thatchers Juicy Apple; Ember Lounge | Evening Entertainments | Music and Dance | Featured Events

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Reflective writing: 13th November 11am - 11:45am; Online via MS Teams; The session will explore the use of reflective models and how to plan and structure a piece of reflective writing. In addition, an Academic Librarian and Skills Tutor will reveal common problems with reflective writing and highlight good practice.; Learning and Development | Online

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Acting on feedback: 13th November 3pm - 3:30pm; Online via MS Teams; This workshop will help you to improve your grades by raising your awareness of your strengths and areas for development.; Learning and Development | Online

Fight Club Weekly Casuals: 13th November 5:15pm - 9:30pm; Beacon Building / T105 / Stoke Campus; Weekly Casuals, just bring your own controller (or a console if you wish), and a wire to connect to the computer room PCs. Playing a range of fighting games in a casual setting, for newcomers and casual tryhards alike; Activities and Games | Esports and Gaming | Group Members Only

Game Night: 13th November 6pm - 8pm; Come along and play your favourite horror games in our Discord; Evening Entertainments | Activities and Games

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Reflective writing: 13th November 6pm - 6:45pm; Online via MS Teams; The session will explore the use of reflective models and how to plan and structure a piece of reflective writing. In addition, an Academic Librarian and Skills Tutor will reveal common problems with reflective writing and highlight good practice.; Learning and Development | Online

Myth TTRPGs: 13th November 6pm - 10pm; Catalyst CA203/4; Come join us for our weekly TTRPGs sessions.; Activities and Games

Poker Tournament: 13th November 6pm - 11pm; Ember Lounge ST4 2DE; Staffs Poker’s weekly texas holdem tournament. Everyone welcome, join for a fun night of poker and community and meet fellow students.; Activities and Games

Weekly Session: 13th November 6pm - 8pm; Dwight K014 - College Rd; Our usual weekly session! Everyone welcome, regardless of prior skill or experience - come along for your opportunity to perform, or just to have a laugh!; Activities and Games | Inclusion

CU Equip Meeting: 13th November 6:30pm - 8:30pm; CA 203/04; Open Lecture or Talk | Faith and Religion

Retro Bullseye Night: 13th November 6:30pm - 9pm; Ember Lounge ST4 2DE; Brand new Darts themed quiz night; Ember Lounge | Evening Entertainments | Sport

🕸️Dead by Daylight Weekly game night: 13th November 6:30pm - 9pm; Activities and Games | Give it a Go | Esports and Gaming

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Tips for Recording a PowerPoint: 14th November 11am - 11:30am; Online via MS Teams; This workshop will guide participants through using PowerPoint’s powerful recording tools to create engaging presentations.; Learning and Development | Online

SUMC - Session @ SSMSC: 14th November 5pm - 7pm; Sir Stanley Matthews Sports Centre; Come join us for some top ropes climbing at our wall in the sports centre. Membership Required.; Sport | Group Members Only

Folklore Weekly Session!: 14th November 6pm - 8pm; coalport gardens; Join us for Folklores weekly session! Check our discord for this weeks theme!; Evening Entertainments | Academic Interests

Myth Card Games: 14th November 6pm - 11pm; Mellor S351; Come join us for a few hours to play some card games!; Activities and Games

Weekly Inclusive Social: 14th November 6pm - 10pm; CA201, Catalyst ST4 2DF; The LGBTQ+ Society’s weekly get together! All are welcome :); Activities and Games | Give it a Go | LGBTQ+ | Inclusion | Group Members Only | Not Wheelchair Accessible

Bar Stock Exchange Night: 14th November 8pm - midnight; Ember Lounge ST4 2DE; Keep your eyes on the screen for some incredible drink offers!; Ember Lounge | Evening Entertainments | Featured Events

Myth Casual Commander Tournament: 15th November noon - 6pm; Verve; Come join us for our next Casual Commander Tournament; Verve | Activities and Games

Online 3D Modelling Session: 16th November 3pm - 6:30pm

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Referencing basics: 17th November 11am - 11:30am; Online via MS Teams; This session will introduce you to the tools available to help you reference the sources of information that you have used in your work.; Learning and Development | Online

Anti-Racism Manifesto Event: 17th November 2pm - 4pm; Verve; Your Voice. Our Commitment. Building an Antiracist Future Together.; Verve | Cultural and International | Featured Events | Inclusion | Making a Change | Collaboration with student groups

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Using RefWorks: 17th November 3pm - 3:45pm; Online via MS Teams; RefWorks is an easy-to-use tool for citation, bibliography and reference management.; Learning and Development | Online

International Student's Day: 17th November 4pm - 8pm; Verve; Celebrate the World in One Place!; Verve | Music and Dance | Activities and Games | Cultural and International | Featured Events | Inclusion | Collaboration with student groups

Overwatch 2 Society | Weekly Session: 17th November 5pm - 10pm; Beacon | T204 ST4 2EF; Come join us for our weekly gaming session!; Activities and Games | Esports and Gaming | Inclusion

SUMC - Session @ Kilnworx: 17th November 5:30pm - 8pm; Kilnworx Climbing Centre; Join us for some climbing at Kilnworx Climbing Centre. Membership required.

Yu Gi Oh! Society Casual Meet-Up: 17th November 5:30pm - 9pm; L316 - Flaxman Building; Join us every week for a relaxed session of dueling and trading! Whether you're a seasoned duelist or just getting started, come hang out, play some games, trade cards, and meet fellow Yu-Gi-Oh! fans.; Activities and Games | Stoke Campus

Access and Snacks: 17th November 6pm - 10pm; Catalyst Building (Stoke Campus) ST4 2DF; A place where you can discuss everything accessibility wise.; Give it a Go | Making a Change

Library and Academic Skills workshop : AI Part 2 - Misinformation, Disinformation and More!: 17th November 6pm - 6:45pm; Online via MS Teams; Delve deeper into AI's influence on information with "AI Part 2: Misinformation, Disinformation and More!" Explore how AI shapes narratives and learn strategies for critical thinking in the digital age.; Learning and Development | Online

Myth Wargames: 17th November 6pm - 11pm; Mellors s351; Come join us for our weekly Wargames sessions!; Activities and Games

Digital Skills Pop Up - Stafford!: 18th November 9:30am - 4pm; Blackheath Lane, Stafford Campus; Boost Your Digital Skills with Our Pop-Up Stands!; Learning and Development | Academic Interests | Blackheath Lane (Stafford) | University events

Library and Academic Skills workshop: Things to do before you hand in your assignment: 18th November 11am - 11:45am; Online via MS Teams; If you are finding assignments challenging, or if you want to know how you can develop your academic writing skills, then this is the workshop for you.; Learning and Development | Online

Library and Academic Skills workshop : Database demonstration for Health students: 18th November 3pm - 3:45pm; Online via MS Teams; Aimed at Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health (Paramedic Science and Operating Department Practice) students, this presentation will include demonstrations of some of the main databases that are key for health students to use.; Learning and Development | Online

Creative Writing - Weekly Session: 18th November 6pm - 8pm; Mellor S202; Activities and Games | Give it a Go

Idol Society Weekly Session: 18th November 6pm - 9pm; Flaxman L410 ST4 2SA; Idol Society weekly meetup!

Description

Date: Saturday 20 April 2024
Time: 10am to 5pm
Location: Potteries Museum and Art Gallery, Bethesda Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 3DW
Admission: FREE
Suitable for: Families (activities are suitable for children aged between five and 13)

Make Plastic History with Staffordshire University and the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery.

Join us in this engaging and educational event, celebrating the ingenuity of human history in combating plastic pollution.

Let your family embark on a positive journey, exploring the archaeological finds of the Anthropocene era, and discover the brilliance of human creativity in shaping solutions to the plastic waste crisis.

It's a full day of interactive microplastic activities at the Potteries Museum and Art Gallery, promising an experience that's both guilt-free and empowering.

Be part of the movement to shape a sustainable future.???

Events and Activities:

Dive into the adventure!
Head inside our Interactive Whale for an oceanic story telling theatre experience that brings plastic pollution to life, featuring talented actors and singers.

Archaeological dig for plastic
Embark on an archaeological dig at the PMAG sand pits! Use shovels and sieves to excavate plastic artifacts and completing a 'bingo' list for stickers.

Create your own creature
Unleash your creativity at Creature Creations! Recycle plastic waste into clay bugs and let your imagination soar.

Original function challenge
Test your skills in "Guess the Original Function" and discover the hidden stories behind various plastic items.

Ocean bauble crafting
Participate in our citizen science challenge, by creating ocean-themed baubles from cleaned microplastics collected from UK beaches.

Microplastics science experiment
Unravel the secrets of microplastic fibres from your clothes by shaking your way through our interactive Science experiment.

Eco glitter face painting
Get glamorous with eco glitter face painting! Transform yourself while learning about glitter and its connection to microplastics.

Puzzle retreat
Relax in our puzzle zone, solving paper-based puzzles related to animals, plastic pollution, and recycling. Complete at least one puzzle to earn a sticker.

Sustainable straw showdown
Dive into the world of sustainable straws! Guess materials, explore their sustainability, and pick your favourite. Try it out with a refreshing drink from the café.

Plastic alternatives treasure hunt
Embark on a historical journey! Follow the treasure map to discover alternatives to plastic used throughout the ages.

Creative writing and poetry corner
Engage in discussions, receive feedback, or try a writing exercise exploring plastic pollution at our Creative writing and poetry station.

Fossil exploration
Unearth the past with Carboniferous fossils! Museum educators will showcase real fossils, explaining their significance in industrial history and the origins of coal and oil used to make plastic.