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People, policy, politics

More than half of higher education providers report deficit – Hesa

The Office for Students warns universities "with concerns about their financial viability or sustainability" to contact them immediately

People, policy, politics

Heriot-Watt University appoints Mark Biggs as vice-principal and provost

The chemical engineering professor joins from Nottingham Trent University

News

Coronavirus: only 49% of students happy with online learning, says Hepi poll

The survey asked students and applicants how the coronavirus pandemic was affecting their studies

Estates

Kingston School of Art unveils £29 million revamp

The refurbishment has transformed studios and workshop spaces

News

Ofqual guidance on awarding A-level grades welcomed by universities

HE sector leaders welcome Ofqual announcement on how GCSEs and A-level grades will be awarded

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Online learning amidst COVID-19

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Location-based services will transform purpose-built student accommodation

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Going Remote

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How your university can use Labour Market Insight to make the most impact

Richard Hewitt, director of higher education at Emsi UK, looks at how to use Labour Market Insight to bring about positive transformation

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Imperial launches innovation fund to back in-house start-ups

“Early stage investment really matters for deep science and technology,” said ICL provost, Professor Ian Walmsley

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ASK4 announces appointment of chief financial officer

Award-winning Internet service provider are pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Mogg as their Chief Financial Officer

Technical and professional universities team up to boost business collaboration

University Alliance launches network to drive university-industry partnerships

8 of the greatest challenges facing higher education in 2020

Cathy Parnham talks to six key influencers in higher education on the climate emergency, social justice, student wellbeing and more

Catering & hospitality

Flavours of the month

What trends has the new year brought to universities’ catering? Simon Fry asks to see the menu

TUCO appoints new non-executive directors

The move will “help us ensure our values” said TUCO CEO, Mike Haslin

5 tips that all teachers of hospitality should give to their students

It is important for teachers to prepare students for all aspects of hospitality

11% growth for UK universities’ income streams

The figure is contained in new data released by association body, CUBO

Estates

Right on time: delivering HE infrastructure projects

When infrastructure projects go wrong, a university can be left with financial deficit, unhappy students and reputational damage. Charley Rogers investigates how disasters can be avoided and how universities and suppliers deal with the fallout

University of Manchester stands by £1.5 billion ID Manchester development

Procurement process paused, but innovation district ID Manchester will go ahead, says vice-chancellor

Flagship development for Manchester Metropolitan University

The £46m arts and humanities building is due to open later this year

New survey sheds light on trends in student accommodation

CUBO and JLL's study found a strong correlation between better quality residences and higher occupation rates

Events

Britain’s black female professors celebrated in new exhibition

Phenomenal Women: Portraits of UK Black Female Professors will go on display at London’s City Hall

ISE leaves Amsterdam with a bang

The exhibition delivered and leaves a lasting legacy in the Dutch capital

Ideas abound at the ucisa20 Leadership Conference

Sally Bogg, ucisa20 conference chair, on what’s in store at this year’s event

EAUC opens registration for 2020 annual conference in Bath

Attendees can learn about the work of the newly-established climate commission

Facilities

University libraries: adapting to a changing world

University libraries today offer flexible and adaptive spaces for quiet learning, reports Julie Ferry

Stave off germs and reduce absenteeism this winter

GOJO Industries-Europe Ltd launches a new Winter Wellness website with free resources to help higher education establishments stave off winter germs

Major boost for West Midlands health education

Newly opened at the University of Wolverhampton, the £4.8m laboratory development aims to help close the skills gap in nursing

Aston University announces KTP collaboration with facilities management company

The Knowledge Transfer Partnership will see Arcus FM recruit a PhD graduate to help drive efficiencies in the organisation

Finance, legal, HR

Coronavirus: Loughborough launches campaign for students in financial hardship

But politicians and students' union reps have warned others across the country may be struggling

USS reports itself to Pensions Regulator as stock markets plunge

USS chief executive Bill Galvin said: 'We will not rush to judgement on how to deal with the current circumstances'

Russell Group unveils plan to unleash UK potential

Five key priority areas should be taken into account when the chancellor announces his budget on March 11, says the group

‘We are at stalemate’: university chiefs defiant as strikes loom

University strikes are predicted to affect around 1.2m students at 74 institutions

International

Coronavirus and Chinese students: UK universities told not to prevaricate

HE providers must be decisive and sensitive as Covid-19 triggers a Chinese recruitment crisis, says Rocky Chi

Covid-19: Italy set to close all schools and universities

All schools and universities across the country will be closed from Thursday until mid-March due to coronavirus

QS World University Rankings 2020: four UK universities make top ten

Oxford is world's fourth best university, according to new rankings

Top universities team up to boost European wellbeing

University of Birmingham joins six other leading European universities to create the European University for Well-Being

Mental health and wellbeing

Pioneering student mental health project launches for integrated care

Keele heads up partnership for £2.2 million project for integrated approach to student mental health

Blue Monday: Charlie Waller Memorial Trust launches new student mental health guide

Charity launches new guide to help students who are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety or depression

Building for better mental wellbeing

BuroHappold Engineering has just released the higher education white paper ‘Are university campuses designed to support student mental health?’ Cathy Parnham explores some of the key issues and background research

Olympians and sports stars advocate emotional fitness

Improve wellbeing and performance with an emotional workout

News

A-level students not put off by coronavirus crisis, says Ucas

Survey reveals nine out of 10 A-level students still want to go to university

New Office for Students (OfS) data shows slight progress in widening participation

Gaps between most represented and least represented students reducing gradually

Soft skills as important as A-levels, says university admissions expert

UEA's Richard Harvey says A-level students should use their time to get university-ready

Cancel exams and give finalists choice because of coronavirus, says NUS

The National Union of Students (NUS) asks providers to find other ways for students to progress to their next stage

People, policy, politics

More than half of higher education providers report deficit – Hesa

The Office for Students warns universities "with concerns about their financial viability or sustainability" to contact them immediately

UCU calls on government to end ‘huge financial uncertainty’ for universities

In a letter to Gavin Williamson, the union outlines its seven-point plan for staff and institutions in higher education

A day in the life: what’s it like to be a communications chief?

Find out why Dr Jo Heaton-Marriott is never bored

Larissa Kennedy elected NUS president

Hillary Gyebi-Ababio has been elected NUS vice-president for higher education

Research

Coronavirus: how UK universities are helping the nation

Staff and students from across the higher education sector have donated their time, expertise, equipment and facilities to support the UK

Sheffield Hallam named host of the new Civic University Network

The university will now develop and share place-based strategies with universities, including helping them respond locally to the Covid-19 pandemic

Research Excellence Framework 2021 postponed, REF director confirms

The statement from Dr Kim Hackett said universities needed time to respond to the coronavirus crisis

‘Lift paywalls’: universities send joint letter to publishers during coronavirus upheaval

The higher education sector wants publishers to make it easier to manage remote working

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New year, new you: how universities are encouraging the local community to use their gym facilities

Keri Beckingham finds out how local communities are benefiting from some amazing new university gyms and sports facilities around the country

Sheffield Hallam University signs aquatic career pathway partnership

The three-year initiative with the Institute of Swimming will see students blend theoretical learning with 30 hours of hands-on teaching experience

University of Wolverhampton to host national team at Commonwealth Games

Members of Team Wales will be based at the Walsall campus in 2022

Students

A-level students not put off by coronavirus crisis, says Ucas

Survey reveals nine out of 10 A-level students still want to go to university

Soft skills as important as A-levels, says university admissions expert

UEA's Richard Harvey says A-level students should use their time to get university-ready

Cancel exams and give finalists choice because of coronavirus, says NUS

Cancel exams and give finalists choice because of coronavirus, says NUS

Learning at home: how are the students coping?

The National Union of Students (NUS) asks providers to find other ways for students to progress to their next stage

Sustainability

University of Worcester takes big step towards sustainability target

A £2m Green Asset Finance fund has been agreed with Barclays, as the uni bids to become carbon neutral

University carbon emissions: NUS prompts Office for Students to reconsider its position

The NUS has welcomed the move, but others in the sector question if this latest indication is enough to bring change

Go Green Week: University of Worcester students host range of sustainability activities

Go Green Week: University of Worcester students host range of sustainability activities

Profile: Iain Patton, EAUC

The EAUC will present a blueprint for sustainability in higher education to the COP26 conference in Glasgow. James Higgins asks: how close does chief executive Iain Patton think the sector is to a breakthrough?

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Jisc and Wiley agree four-year open access agreement

The transitional content agreement means UK universities now have free access to thousands of journal titles

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Introducing ASK4 Solutions

Award-winning Internet service provider ASK4 is pleased to unveil ASK4 Solutions, the new brand name for Birchenall Howden

Lord Blunkett: Universities not a level playing field for disabled students

In an exclusive for University Business, Lord Blunkett says disabled students deserve better from higher education

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