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From Episodic to Continuous Change

Posted by Guest Author on 14th December, 2018

James Hutchinson, Director of the Strategic Delivery Unit at the University of Exeter, on how we can make continuous improvement a reality in our institutions.

The Kids Are Alright – But How Woke Is Your Registrar?

Posted by David Duncan on 5th December, 2018

David Duncan, Chief Operating Officer and University Secretary at the University of Glasgow, discusses cultural dissonance on campus.

Revenge of the Expert: Wonkfest 2018

Posted by Alison Jones on 20th November, 2018

Alison Jones is the Chair of the Higher Education Strategic Planners Association (HESPA) and Former University Secretary at the University of Bradford. She reports on the recent Wonkfest event in London, a festival of ideas and debate about the future of universities.

Investing in the Future of Higher Education

Posted by Richard Calvert on 8th November, 2018

Richard Calvert, Chief Operating Officer at Sheffield Hallam University, shares what got him interested in the Ambitious Futures scheme.

Reflections on Retiring

Posted by Robin Geller on 24th October, 2018

Robin Geller, former Registrar and Chief Operating Officer at the University of Bristol, reflects on her career in higher education and her recent decision to retire.

The Civic University: A Scottish Perspective

Posted by Guest Author on 12th October, 2018

Alun Thomas, Head of Education Group at Anderson Strathern, outlines the issues around civic engagement for universities in Scotland.

All Change: Appointing a New Vice-Chancellor

Posted by Andy Dodman on 2nd October, 2018

Andrew Dodman, Chief Operating Officer at the University of Sheffield, reflects on the challenging process of recruiting and appointing a new Vice-Chancellor.

The Importance of Benefits Realisation

Posted by Mike Shore-Nye on 26th September, 2018

Mike Shore-Nye, Registrar and Secretary at the University of Exeter, on how to develop an effective benefits realisation plan.

Moving into Higher Education from the Commercial World: A Personal Reflection

Posted by Will Spinks on 19th September, 2018

Will Spinks, Registrar, Secretary and Chief Operating Officer at the University of Manchester, is retiring after 11 years in higher education. He reflects on both his time in the sector and his previous career in the commercial world.

Are Universities Doomed to Repeat the Same Mistakes?

Posted by David Duncan on 13th September, 2018

David Duncan, Chief Operating Officer and University Secretary at the University of Glasgow, reflects on the recurring nightmares that the higher education sector faces.