…enthusiasm for it because the year I turned 10, I received a Spectrum 48k computer for Christmas. I worked my way through the manual that came with it, and became so enamoured with the fact I could type instructions into the computer and make it do things, that once I started I never really stopped. Positive role models are vital if we are going to remove long-ingrained stereotypes. That’s why I visit schools and colleges to engage both girls and…
…a workshop facilitated by the Rising Ape Collective, an events management company set up by MsC Science Communications graduates. Access to innovative industries and facilities provide our students with professional insight, linking their research with global challenges so it can achieve the maximum impact in the real world. The DTA summer schools equip researchers with the professional expertise to produce world-changing research and develop suc…
…e. 2. Alliance Vice-Chancellors gave oral evidence to the Education Select Committee in January 2017 as part of the inquiry. Professor John Latham, Chair of University Alliance and Vice-Chancellor of Coventry University, and Professor Alistair Fitt, Vice-Chancellor of Oxford Brookes University and the Alliance’s research lead, both shared their thoughts on the implications for the sector. The transcript and video are online here. 3. In August 2016…
…on Universities: Delivery Partners for Industrial Strategy is online here. Prof John Latham, University Alliance Chair and Coventry University Vice-Chancellor gave oral evidence to the BEIS Committee Industrial strategy inquiry on 8 November 2016 – transcript online here. University Alliance’s written submission to the inquiry is online here….
…do as an Alliance? We come together as the University Alliance group to benefit our member universities and their communities, and to provide expertise to policy makers. That includes: Providing professional networks for leaders and staff at our member universities to learn from each other and work through common issues and opportunities. Running joint programmes across our member universities. For example, the Doctoral Training Alliance is a shar…
…inspiration for theatre makers across London. The ‘Pro – localist’ ethos, combined with facilitating a local community space, could be the answer to countless fringe and off-west end theatres having to close their doors across London’ ‘London Theatre Reviews’. Real-world opportunities Students and graduates will be offered paid opportunities to gain real-world industry experience in publicity and marketing, filming and editing, producing, and art…
…n experience as possible given the restrictions at the time. Being able to come onto campus during the first semester was so beneficial as this allowed me to make friends quickly, which I wouldn’t have been able to do if we were not meeting in person since I did not move into student halls. Throughout my studies, I have had some excellent lecturers, and their support and encouragement have been vital in helping me achieve my goal of graduating wit…
…ula and assessments, ensuring our graduates leave with relevant skills and competencies as well as benefitting from a range of careers support initiatives. Our graduates are motivated and equipped to achieve their full potential. They leave us ready for ongoing success.” ‘Beyond the headlines’ I’m sure there is plenty in there that staff at other universities will recognise in their own practice and institutional procedures. Multiple other aspects…
…e audiences. Arctic network RGU also joined the University of the Arctic in 2021, a network of more than 200 higher education and research institutions across northern regions that address global challenges of Arctic people and societies by providing unique educational, research and innovation opportunities. Since then, we have built on historic links with Orkney and the Arctic by joining the UArctic network. In doing so, RGU has strengthened its…
…Universities can work with government to overcome these challenges. We welcome the newly commissioned independent review by Patricia Hewitt, which will explore how Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) can work with appropriate autonomy and accountability. Universities should play a key role in the ICBs, as well as the newly created Integrated Care Systems (ICSs).” On investment zones “Growth must be delivered across the UK to benefit every person in eve…
