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Financial Recovery - external engagement
Dear colleagues, The Financial Recovery Group which has representatives from across the University, has been set up to help steer our organisation back to growth and keep you informed of stages along the way. Last week the Group focused on what the University does to engage externally, including pressing for improved funding...
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Navigating Neurodivergence: Experiences of Neurodivergent Women in academia
26th September, 10 am – 11.30, Microsoft Teams The Women’s Development Network invite all women to join them as they come together with the Menopause Network and the Neurodiversity Network to explore the experiences of neurodivergent women in Academia.We are pleased to welcome Dr Rachel Moseley (Principal Academic, Bournemouth University), Ms...
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Update from the Reward Consultation and Negotiation Group - August 2024
Dear Colleague This is to provide you with a further update on the work of the Reward Consultation and Negotiation Group. Collective Agreement – Harmonisation of Terms and Conditions of Employment As previously updated, the Collective Agreement to Harmonise Terms and Conditions of Employment was reached during the Spring. It has now been...
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Admissions Programme update
Dear colleagues We are delighted to update you on the exciting and extensive work that has been taking place to modernise our Admissions System and associated processes, and which is having a positive impact on our ability to recruit and admit students. The Admissions Portal and Enhancement Programme was commissioned to bring...
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Update from the Financial Recovery Group
Dear Colleagues, The latest meeting of the Financial Recovery Group was held on Wednesday, 14 August and we wanted to provide you with an update on our discussions. At this week’s meeting we reviewed the framework for tracking progress across the full range of activities to ensure financial recovery. From next week...
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Dean vacancy - Portfolio Development and Programme Promotion
Dear colleague, We are pleased to invite applications for an exciting opportunity to become Dean for Portfolio Development and Programme Promotion. Responsible to the Vice-Principal Education and working in consultation and liaison with Schools, the Dean will ensure that the University’s programmes of study meet the needs and expectations of national and...
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On campus cafe provision - have your say!
Dear colleague, Changing needs for students, hybrid working and the cost of living challenges are among factors which have affected how the university community is using our on campus catering services. To help Catering and Commercial Services better understand how the community might be further served - and as part of a...
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CONVERGE Symposium 2024 Call for Abstracts
Ready to join the 2024 CONVERGE Rural Health Symposium and to share a Catalyst Talk with the assembled participants? Save the dates for Converge Rural Health Symposium Hosted by the University of Aberdeen in partnership with Augusta University, Robert Gordon University and NHS Education for Scotland Part 120 November 20242pm to 5pm GMT...
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Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) Innovation Partner Scotland visit
4 September 2024 12pm to 1pm Seminar Room 224, Sir Duncan Rice Library Join Dr Debra Carr, DASA’s Innovation Partner for Scotland, who will provide an overview of funding opportunities available. DASA funds innovative ideas that benefit the defence and security of the UK and contribute towards growth through themed and open...
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Weather alert - risk of flooding
Dear colleagues, Please be award that the heavy rain has resulted in flash flooding in some parts of Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, causing disruption to traffic and the potential for unplanned road closures. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) currently has a flood alert in place for the region, with the rain...
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Violent disorder and support available for students
Dear student, As you will be aware from national news reports, there have been a growing number of instances of violent disorder breaking out in towns and cities across England and Northern Ireland in recent days which have resulted in targeted violence towards religious and ethnic groups within our society and...
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Violent disorder and support available for staff
Dear colleague, As you will be aware from national news reports, there have been a growing number of instances of violent disorder breaking out in towns and cities across England and Northern Ireland in recent days which have resulted in targeted violence towards religious and ethnic groups within our society and...
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New Costing & Pricing Policy for work with external entities
On 1 August a new University policy covering Costing & Pricing of work with commercial and other external parties was introduced, primarily related to research, knowledge exchange, consultancy and continuing professional development services (CPD). This new policy forms part of a package of measures to grow income from academic commercialisation activities...
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EmilyTest Charter Award
Dear colleague, I am delighted to share that the University has been successful in achieving the EmilyTest Charter Award in recognition of the work we have done to enhance the support offered to victim/survivors of gender based, and sexual, violence. Our work with EmilyTest and the Drouet Family started following the tragic...