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Meet Colin Ferguson, Executive Director, AUA
"One thing I walked away with was a real admiration for what universities offer to society." Colin Ferguson, Executive Director, Association of University Administrators, talks us through his career history and role at AUA
Book review: Global University Rankings and the Politics of Knowledge
Paul Greatrix, Registrar at The University of Nottingham, reviews Global University Rankings and the Politics of Knowledge which explores a range of research on the impact of the 'education industry' on HE.
Establishing Governance Arrangements for a University Start-up
With over £70m of government funding secured to date across three phases of delivery, ARU Peterborough is due to open its doors to students in September. Paul Bogle, ARU Secretary & Clerk, shares his thoughts on setting up governance arrangements for an innovative partnership based, university start-up venture.
Meet our Members: Mark Milton
"I work with so many knowledgeable and skilled people it makes my role much easier." Mark Milton, Chief Operating Officer, University of South Wales, discusses his career history after recently joining the HE sector.
Abrahart v The University of Bristol: Mental Health and implications for the sector
With student wellbeing processes ever-evolving in HEIs, Karen Stephenson, University Secretary at Birmingham City University, looks into how a recent case has implications for the sector.
5 reflections on the power of everyday governance practices
Following the AHUA's 2022 Spring Conference in Glasgow, Advance HE’s Victoria Holbrook, Aaron Porter, and Associate, Mark Adderley, Chair of Scottish Squash, list key points from their session: ‘Looking back to look forwards – do Boards need new ways of working with stakeholders?’
Spotlight on … St Mary’s University
From humble beginnings to a great sense of community spirit and striking historic buildings, Jo Blunden, Chief Operations Officer, shines a light on St Mary's University.
Tackling Harassment and Sexual Misconduct – can Universities do more?
New guidance from the Committee of University Chairs (CUC) offers support on addressing and tackling harassment and misconduct in HEIs. Amanda Oliver, Deputy Executive Secretary, CUC, explains more.