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Coreen Mcintosh
Dear Colleagues It is with great sadness that we let you know of the death of Coreen Mcintosh after a period of illness. Coreen joined the University in April 2005 as Disability Adviser within Student Support and impacted the lives of many students, helping them reach their goals through her advice and...
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Men, Masculinity & Mental Health - Lunchtime Webinar
We are excited to invite you to a lunchtime webinar, “Breaking the Silence: Men, Masculinity & Mental Health” on Wed 27 Nov, 12-1pm online. This discussion aims to shed light on the issue of men’s mental health and the unique challenges they may face. Hear from leading mental health professionals...
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German Filmklub: Bombshell - The Hedy Lamarr Story
26 November, 5pm, MacRobert Building, MR051 Join this free event on Tuesday 26 November to watch 'Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story' (Alexandra Dean, 2017, USA). No booking required! Additionally, to be entered into an Austrian-themed prize draw, answer the following and email katya.krylova@abdn.ac.uk: In what way was the Austrian national anthem...
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Sector headlines
Headlines: Wednesday 20 November 2024 Online Research Professional Frontline academics https://www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-he-government-playbook-2024-11-frontline-academics/ Times Higher Education Are universities asking too much of an academic class full of neurodiversity? https://www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/are-universities-asking-too-much-academic-class-full-neurodiversity UK’s ‘uneven’ sexual harassment policies ‘put students at risk’ https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/uks-uneven-sexual-harassment-policies-put-students-risk Visa curbs drive ‘historic change’ in...
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Polwarth Library - reopened
Dear colleagues, work to all areas of the Polwarth Library afftected by the mains water leak last week has been completed and the library will be open for use as normal from 9am this morning. We apologise again for any inconvenience caused during this time. Estates & Facilities
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Celebration of Legacy Giving
Dear colleagues During the coming months we’ll be celebrating the impact of philanthropy on the University with a series of communications and events. We’re beginning by honouring some of those who have chosen to leave a gift in their will to Aberdeen over the years and sharing their inspirational stories with...
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Dignity at Work and Study toolkit
Dear colleague, We are proud of our diverse staff and student community and welcome all perspectives. The Inclusive commitment in the Aberdeen 2040 strategy guides how we care for the wellbeing, health and safety of our diverse community. The new Dignity at Work and Study toolkit is central to this. We all...
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Rocksalt Christmas lunch
Add a little festive cheer to your lunch break at Rocksalt Food Court in the Students’ Union Building. The Rocksalt team is offering a three-course Christmas menu for all to enjoy; just book a table in advance for you and your colleagues. Lunch is available Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th of...
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University Carol Service
4 December, 7.30pm to 8.30pm, St Machar Cathedral Please join us for the University Carol Service at St Machar's Cathedral on Wednesday 4 December at 7.30pm. With music from the University Chapel Choir, readings from members of the University community and an opportunity to sing your favourite carols. A wonderful way...
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Start Here Breakfast
Date: November 27th, 2024Time: 8:30am to 10:30amVenue: Crombie Halls, Google Map Link to venueFree event – no booking required! Join the Start Here Breakfast – November 27th, 2024.Are you a staff member with an interest in innovation? Connect with like-minded students, entrepreneurs and experts at our monthly networking event, the Start...
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Nordic Read-Aloud
20 November, 7pm to 8.30pm, Sir Duncan Rice Library Meeting Room 1 Come along and hear extracts from 'The Blue Fox', by Icelandic writer Sjón, read aloud in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Icelandic, Finnish, Doric and English! And hear a fox’s perspective told in the language of the Vikings, Old Norse. 20...
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Polwarth Library update
Dear colleague, Contractors have completed repairs to the mains water pipe in the Polwarth Library however work to the impacted areas across the second, first, ground and basement floors is ongoing. As such, please be aware that the Library will remain closed tomorrow. We apologise for any inconvenience and will advise when...
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Polwarth Library - currently closed
Dear colleague, A major leak in the cold water supply at Polwarth Library has necessitated the closure of the facility this morning. The issue, which started on the second floor, has affected multiple levels. Contractors are currently on site however the library will be closed until further notice. Updates will be provided as...
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Dolphin Social Behaviours with Dr David Fisher
Join us for our November Café Sci when we will be finding out how the social behaviour of dolphins in the Moray Firth has responded to salmon availability, vessel traffic and climatic cycles over the last 30 years and how their behaviours might change in the future as the world...
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Checking in with SafeZone
All University staff and students have access to SafeZone – a free app that quickly connects you with the University Security team. Colleagues find SafeZone useful in a number of different situations, including if you or someone else needs first aid, you feel unsafe on campus, to report suspicious activity, or...