Two generations of the same family have studied and worked at Eastern Education Group. Gordon Palastanga studied here in 1961 and has gone on to a distinguished career in machine maintenance. His daughters Lynsey (now Oakley) and Julie (now Evans) have also studied and worked at EEG for many years. What made you join Eastern Education…
Tom joined Eastern Education Group in 2023, after deciding that A-levels did not suit his way of learning. Starting the Business Level 3 BTEC course a few weeks late, he thrived – taking full advantage of the additional qualification offered, industry experience, trips and networking. This enabled him to progress directly into an accountancy and audit apprenticeship at RSM UK when he left…
Rod joined West Suffolk College in 1976, in the Northgate Annexe studying A-Levels. He enjoyed the bohemian atmosphere of the Annexe and the great lecturers he learned from – in particular Brian Lowry and Gill Reid. Rod’s connection to EEG also stems from his father, who was the College’s first Electrical Engineer in the 1950s, and…
What made you join Eastern Education Group? After not doing well at school, my father gave me an ultimatum of getting a job or doing a course at college. Consequently, I found myself enrolling on the Junior Secretaries’ Course, led by Enid Marsh in September…
Mary joined West Suffolk College in 2000 and worked as a lecturer for 22 years until she retired. She worked with hundreds of students throughout that time, teaching a wide range of courses and levels. She is pleased to see so many go into successful…
Lewis joined EEG in 2009, starting an Exercise Science National Diploma. After completing his course, he worked in patient rehabilitation. Then he changed career, undertook a Royal Navy Foundation Degree, and joined the submarine service. He has recently left the service and now works as an engineer. What made you join Eastern Education…
Judy joined West Suffolk College in 1965, studying Hairdressing at the Northgate Annexe. She returned as a member of staff in 1985, eventually becoming a full-time lecturer. She brought the College international recognition and became a founding member of the International Association of Hairdressing Schools. Since retirement, she has kept…
Judith joined Eastern Education Group in the early 1990s and worked as a lecturer in languages, teaching evening classes for 25 years. The first classes that EEG ever provided were evening classes, when we were called the Evening Institute. Judith’s story highlights how this provision continues to be a key department of the group. What made you…
Joe Stocking, off the back of a newspaper clipping, applied for a job at West Suffolk College in 2004. Not sure what he wanted to do, he became a part-time lecturer in music. This progressed into a full-time job, and he became a Course Director as the Music Department grew. Following the advice given to him by Phil…
Joanne joined Eastern Education Group 30 years ago, starting her career as a part-time lecturer while working as salon manager, and has remained a dedicated member of staff with the Group ever since. Over the years, Joanne has experienced firsthand the shift in technology used for teaching resources, and has achieved many proud milestones, including being shortlisted as a finalist for The Trevor Sorbie…