Posted by Hugh Martin on With experience in both UK and international institutions, Hugh Martin, Registrar and Chief Administrative Officer at The British University in Dubai, shares his perspective on difference within the HE sector.
The New Protect Duty
Posted by Karen Stephenson on Following the government response to the new Protect Duty, Karen Stephenson, University Secretary at Birmingham City University, details the changes and requirements we may expect.
Efficiency as a strategic enabler at Edinburgh Napier University
Posted by Lindsay Ramage on Lindsay Ramage, Head of Research Governance, Edinburgh Napier University, discusses the success of the introduction of Worktribe to manage the ethical review process for research projects.
Reflections on the value of HE in the wider community and economy
Posted by Robin Henderson on Following the AHUA’s Spring Conference, Robin Henderson, Managing Director of MY Consultants and AHUA Development Consultant, reflects on the wider purposes of institutions and how to reconnect value.
Spotlight on … Arden University
Posted by Steve Clayton on "The strategy is clear – grow and improve standards". Steve Clayton, Registrar and Chief Operating Officer at Arden University, gives insight into a private university with study centres across the UK.
Going Further, Going Higher: a roadmap to closer collaboration between Universities and Colleges
Posted by Richard Calvert on Closer collaboration between Higher and Further Education can play a critical role in the Levelling Up agenda, both locally and nationally. But relationships are often strained, and opportunities under-exploited. Richard Calvert, Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Sheffield Hallam University, draws on recent work in this area, and argues for a more consistent investment of time and effort from sector leaders.
Reflections from across the Welsh border
Posted by Melanie Rimmer on With many changes in English HE holding concern for those in devolved nations,
Melanie Rimmer, Director of Strategic Planning at Cardiff University, shares her reflections from across the border.
I’ll be there in a minute: some brief reflections on the last 36 years
Posted by John Hogan on After an extensive and distinguished career in Higher Education, John Hogan, Registrar at Newcastle University and member of the AHUA Executive, reflects on the last 36 years before he retires on 31 March 2022.
Meet our members: Andrew Boggs
Posted by Andrew Boggs on “Spending every day problem solving is also a major motivator.” Andrew Boggs, University Clerk at Kingston University, offers insights into his higher education career.
Book review: Leadership Transitions in Universities
Posted by Paul Greatrix on Looking to explore further the realities of leadership at universities? Dr Paul Greatrix, Registrar at the University of Nottingham, reviews Leadership Transitions in Universities: Arriving, Surviving and Thriving at the Top
