Ukraine’s war is not over, but Putin has already lost the future
The Russian invasion has only engendered a fierce and united front to preserve freedom of enquiry and freedom of expression at all costs, says John Austin
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Nigerian students ‘opt for Canada over UK’ after dependants ban
Professor says Nigerian students feel ‘targeted’ by Westminster policies
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Ministers must put trust in universities, says outgoing Nobel v-c
Autonomy, tertiary sector integration and sustainable research funding are crucial to sector’s future, Brian Schmidt says, as he relinquishes leadership role
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There is nothing wrong with using lawyers in sexual misconduct cases
By having their own lawyers, panels can ensure all positions are considered regardless of who else (if anyone) has appointed one, says Andrew Brown
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Shortened work rights ‘complicate’ skills drive
Cutting entitlements will be counter-productive unless countries address cultural barriers keeping international graduates from meaningful work
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Hundreds of attacks on universities recorded in last two years
Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack warns of increasing trend for attacks on female students protesting for their right to education
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Know what you’re for, and deliver – É«ºÐÖ±²¥ Awards winners’ secrets
Winning entrants focused their efforts where the need was greatest and embraced innovation to maximise impact
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Higher education for good: finding optimism in uncertain times
Higher Education for Good is a new book that seeks to build a better future after years of turbulence and acute crises
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If international students are welcome, UK policy and rhetoric must show it
The UK government must pledge to maintain the graduate route and confine its review to genuine abuse, says Jamie Arrowsmith
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21 December 2024 digital edition
No place like home? The joys and trials of academic mobility
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In the bleak midwinter
As the year ends, the problems facing universities seem to be stacking ever higher. But will a general election next year bring any respite?
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Prague university shooting leaves 14 dead and dozens injured
Staff and students lock themselves in offices as student gunman carries out ‘premeditated violent attack’
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The Guv’nor: Power relations in the maritime and academic economies
In John Gilbey’s seasonal tale, the sharks are circling the vice-chancellor of the University of Rural England. But the fishing village to which he flees is not as innocent as he depicted it in his...
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The joys and trials of academic homecomings
Pressure on academics to be internationally mobile is greater than ever, but the excitement of the new is often offset by strains on personal life. As the festive family reunion season gets into full...
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Interview with Isabelle Kingsley
Educator and equity analyst discusses bilingualism, academia’s misguided values and the societal benefits of scientific uncertainty