Tackling Harassment and Sexual Misconduct – can Universities do more?
Posted by Amanda Oliver on 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.
Meet our members: Gavin Douglas
Posted by Gavin Douglas on "The exciting bit is the chance to change and shape the University." Gavin Douglas, Registrar and Secretary at University of Plymouth, discusses his HE career with the biggest challenges and enjoyable aspects too.
The podcast which does what it says (largely)
Posted by Paul Greatrix on Registrar at the University of Nottingham and AHUA Executive member, Paul Greatrix, calls out for members to get involved in his podcast Registrars Talking About Stuff as an opportunity to share thoughts and experiences about the sector.
Consent. It’s as simple as a global pandemic
Posted by Nina Burrowes on Dr Nina Burrowes, founder of the Consent Collective, discusses how to implement the latest guidelines and initiate conversations around consent.
The importance of difference
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.