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UUK questions legality of university admissions review

UUK says it will discuss the legality of a review into university admissions with DfE

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Join the global security industry at IFSEC International 2019

The annual event takes place from 18-20 June 2019 at ExCeL London

Students

Quarter of Oxford places to go to disadvantaged students

The university plans to increase the number of students from underrepresented backgrounds by 2023

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Combining experience and study

By Matthew White, chair of the University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) and director of catering, hotel and conferencing at the University of Reading

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Live panel discussion: Digital transformation in UK higher education

Driving benefits and managing risk through Identity as a Service

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Blogs

Using data to rise up the rankings

In an increasingly competitive environment, Gary Bell discusses how universities can use data for league table success

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Supporting our students through stress

Written by Professor David Russell in partnership with Charlotte Harbour FdSc Nutritional Therapeutics

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University caterers triumph at TUCO Competitions

Mike Haslin, chief executive officer at TUCO, the University Caterers Organisation, explains why TUCO Competitions are a vital tool for chefs looking to grow their careers

Planning financial futures

Financial and market security has become a priority for VCs, says Ian Matthias. So how do they plan for their universities’ economic futures in a climate of uncertainty?

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Catering & hospitality

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The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) announces Competitions winners

Annual event includes food, drinks and bar skills

How is the design of university catering facilities changing?

As institutions adapt to shifting trends, Keri Beckingham finds out how the architecture and design of university catering facilities is changing

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How payment technology can drive student engagement

Specialist payment solutions provider VMC is helping universities across the UK to implement smart digital solutions into their catering outlets that make a real difference to the student experience

Promoting a sense of community through good food

Positive hospitality experiences increase student wellbeing, says new TUCO research ‘Hospitable Campus’

Estates

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Fostering creativity and concentration at Huddersfield University

Libraries are set to see an influx of students busily revising for exams. The last thing they need is added stress from working in an unwelcome, uncomfortable environment

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Why do students wedge open fire doors?

80% of students admit to regularly taking part in activities that risk fire in their accommodation

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NSP Security to exhibit at ASRA 2019

Trusted university access control

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Taplanes to exhibit at ASRA 2019

Visit Stand 3 to see its bespoke prefabricated shower cubicles, mini pods and en-suite bathroom pods

Events

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Live panel discussion: the future of student data

Don’t miss our live discussion with our HE data panel, Andy Youell and Susan Wignall

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EdTechXEurope event preview

In a rapidly evolving knowledge economy, how we learn and teach continuously redefines education and technology. As learning science develops and we discover more efficient ways to learn, the opportunity to identify improved outcomes while using EdTech will become more of a reality

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Bett Asia 2019 – improving 21st century learning

Nearly 100 speakers from more than 21 countries delivered sessions at this year's Kuala Lumpur event

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The future of student data: panel announced

Andy Youell and Susan Wignall join the Capita AGILIT-e live panel discussion

Facilities

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NSP Security to exhibit at ASRA 2019

Trusted university access control

Creating a sense of ownership with the latest furniture trends

Cathy Parnham looks at some of the emerging trends in furniture fit-outs for the HE sector

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When Was Your Partitioning Wall Last Serviced?

The lifespan of a moveable wall can be dramatically extended with routine servicing and timely repairs

Yoko Ono show opens new facility at Leeds Arts University

The exhibition in Blenheim Walk Gallery is the artist’s first at the university for more than half a century

Finance, legal, HR

Hadlow College becomes first FE provider to enter administration

The college in Kent is the first to go bust under the government’s new insolvency regime set up in January 2019

Strike action justifies tuition fee refunds – OIA

The Office of the Independent Adjudicator has recommended students receive partial refunds following USS pensions-related industrial action

UUK questions legality of university admissions review

UUK says it will discuss the legality of a review into university admissions with DfE

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Pay360: eShop

More universities are adopting Pay360’s eShop solution to make life simpler for students and parents, and for the universities too.

International

Bad sports – a look at the US admissions scandal

A nationwide admissions racket has been uncovered in the United States with the names of top universities being publicly dragged through the mud in a stinging indictment. Paddy Smith considers the evidence

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The cost of the world awaiting Britain’s academic empire builders

Britain’s universities have been actively engaged in a period of empire building in recent years

Free speech on campus is a hot topic for Australian universities

Storm in a teacup or thunder down under? Australia’s universities and politicians are mired in fierce debate over the protection or control of free speech on campus

Brexit to hit UK’s global HE ranking

Latest rankings show strength of UK sector against international peers, but research director warns of negative impact from EU exit

People

Hinds bids to make UK providers ‘best for mental health support’

"Going to university should be a positive, life-changing experience," said the education secretary

50% rise in student demand for mental health counselling services

What can universities do to manage this dramatic upsurge in demand for mental health support?

Seats of silence: in memory of the students lost to suicide

Powerful image pays tribute to students lost to suicide for University Mental Health Day

Promoting a sense of community through good food

Positive hospitality experiences increase student wellbeing, says new TUCO research ‘Hospitable Campus’

Research

BAME figures in league tables would help universities – Amos

Following the release of the UUK/NUS report on the BAME attainment gap, Soas director says league tables could help universities ‘recognise where they’re at’

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University of Salford Guarantor Service in Association with Housing Hand

Housing Hand have announced their second University collaboration, at the University of Salford. They will support the most vulnerable students such as care leavers and estranged students by offering them a UK guarantor.

Roundtable: saving on ICT expenses – Mark Newton

From SaaS to scalability, how can universities keep a tight rein on their ICT expenses, while still offering students the best digital experience available? Steve Wright quizzes six experts

What it’s like to be… Head of the media school

Lee Hall shares his typical day leading a diverse school at the University of Sunderland

Sports & leisure

Spring Statement 2019: Hammond announces visa exemption for PhD workers

Institutes and businesses will get the benefit from autumn with overseas research activity included in the scheme

Scholarship launched to boost BAME presence in fashion design

Sewport's initiative follows a Design Council report which found that only 12% of design managers and sector business owners are from a black, Asian or minority ethnic background

UK education still failing to produce sufficient engineers, says report

The updated Perkins Review finds that apprenticeship levy limitations and technical teacher shortages are among the factors threatening economic growth

Poor white students overlooked by majority of universities – report

England admissions data suggests fewer than 5% of intake fits demographic profile, says study

Students

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Unlock your campus’s potential for cycling

An NUS study that investigated student attitudes towards cycling found that the challenge of not having safe places to lock their bikes was becoming a key barrier in getting students riding bikes

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Introducing Cyclehoop’s latest product – the Container Cycle Hub

The original container has been modified to fit space saving secure sliding gates with perforated panels that allow natural light inside while reducing the visibility of the bicycles from the outside for security

BGU student to represent GB at World University Winter Games 2019

Ice hockey ace, Adam Long, also represented his country at the 2017 event

Last chance to register: revolutionise your sports facilities before the summer

FREE webinar: Does your institution need a new pitch? Your how-to guide for synthetic pitches

Sustainability

Is student recruitment broken?

This year, there have been warnings about unconditional offers, ‘ambitious’ student number projections and the amount spent on marketing to students. James Higgins looks into HE’s recruitment glitches

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Why peer-to-peer communication is important for universities

Ivent director Gavin Newman discusses why he believes in the power of peer-to-peer communications

OU report recommends nursing degree reform

The report says lower grade requirements and degree apprenticeships are the answer to recruitment problems

Contextual offers from elite universities too conservative, says OfS

The watchdog says ‘radical change’ is needed to address access at UK universities, particularly HEIs with high entry standards

Technology

University carbon emissions drop by 8%

Statistics show universities have reduced their carbon dioxide emissions despite expanding campuses and consuming more energy

University of Bristol declares ‘climate emergency’

The university took the step in the hope that others in the sector will follow

University of Bristol declares ‘climate emergency’

The university took the step in the hope that others in the sector will follow

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Taplanes to exhibit at ASRA 2019

Visit Stand 3 to see its bespoke prefabricated shower cubicles, mini pods and en-suite bathroom pods

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