Apply for UKRI Policy Fellowships Scheme – open until 10 September
The Policy Unit are currently supporting applications for this year’s UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) Policy Fellowship Scheme, refreshed as part of UKRI’s new Sector Transition Fellowships framework.
Update on national pay negotiations 2026/2027
National pay negotiations remain unresolved following the latest round of discussions between employers and trade unions.
A reminder to complete the mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training
We'd like to remind all staff to complete your mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training by Friday 31 July.
Pauline Matturi awarded University Medal for exceptional service to the University community
Pauline Matturi, Senior Learning and Development Adviser, has been awarded a º£½ÇÉçÇø University Medal in recognition of her longstanding contribution to the University community and her commitment to enhancing the staff experience.
School of Design and Creative Arts students celebrated at New Designers and D&AD
Last week, a group of students from the School of Design and Creative Arts (SDCA) received awards and prizes in recognition of their outstanding work displayed at New Designers and the D&AD New Blood Exhibition.
EDI Update: Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Draft Code of Practice and the University’s Approach
Following the release of the EHRC's draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations, the EDI team are sharing an update on the University's position and approach.
LU-CoRe-Net Launch Celebrates Centre Operations and Research Enablement Community
Colleagues from across the University came together last month to celebrate the launch of the º£½ÇÉçÇø University Centre Operations and Research Enablement Network (LU-CoRe-Net), a community dedicated to supporting those who manage and enable research centres, major programmes and projects across the institution.
º£½ÇÉçÇø University Research Academy (LURA) launches mentoring circles
The º£½ÇÉçÇø University Research Academy (LURA) is launching a new programme of mentoring circles and is looking for both mentors and mentees to take part.
APSS to refurbish Cope Auditorium this summer
The University has granted a contract to complete a major refurbishment of the Cope Auditorium to APSS. The refurbishment will span 8,000 square ft across the lobby, rehearsal areas, stage, and backstage facilities. Â
Building on Athena SWAN: An impact-focused approach to gender equity at º£½ÇÉçÇø University
º£½ÇÉçÇø University has a long and proud association with Athena SWAN. As a founding member of the Charter in 2005, the University has held an institutional bronze award continuously since 2009 and we have achieved silver and bronze awards across most Schools.
Update on national pay negotiations 2026/2027
National pay negotiations remain unresolved following the latest round of discussions between employers and trade unions.
A reminder to complete the mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training
We'd like to remind all staff to complete your mandatory Defining Sexual Harassment and Consent (E6) training by Friday 31 July.
Pauline Matturi awarded University Medal for exceptional service to the University community
Pauline Matturi, Senior Learning and Development Adviser, has been awarded a º£½ÇÉçÇø University Medal in recognition of her longstanding contribution to the University community and her commitment to enhancing the staff experience.
School of Design and Creative Arts students celebrated at New Designers and D&AD
Last week, a group of students from the School of Design and Creative Arts (SDCA) received awards and prizes in recognition of their outstanding work displayed at New Designers and the D&AD New Blood Exhibition.
EDI Update: Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Draft Code of Practice and the University’s Approach
Following the release of the EHRC's draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations, the EDI team are sharing an update on the University's position and approach.
LU-CoRe-Net Launch Celebrates Centre Operations and Research Enablement Community
Colleagues from across the University came together last month to celebrate the launch of the º£½ÇÉçÇø University Centre Operations and Research Enablement Network (LU-CoRe-Net), a community dedicated to supporting those who manage and enable research centres, major programmes and projects across the institution.
º£½ÇÉçÇø University Research Academy (LURA) launches mentoring circles
The º£½ÇÉçÇø University Research Academy (LURA) is launching a new programme of mentoring circles and is looking for both mentors and mentees to take part.
APSS to refurbish Cope Auditorium this summer
The University has granted a contract to complete a major refurbishment of the Cope Auditorium to APSS. The refurbishment will span 8,000 square ft across the lobby, rehearsal areas, stage, and backstage facilities. Â
Building on Athena SWAN: An impact-focused approach to gender equity at º£½ÇÉçÇø University
º£½ÇÉçÇø University has a long and proud association with Athena SWAN. As a founding member of the Charter in 2005, the University has held an institutional bronze award continuously since 2009 and we have achieved silver and bronze awards across most Schools.