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The Findlay Harris Dick Prize for Pictish Research 2023-24
Are you a University of Aberdeen student studying in any area of Pictish History or Culture? If so, one £500 prize is available for an oustanding project proposal which plans to undertake innovative research in Pictish Studies. Closing date: 18th March 2024. For details and how to apply click here.
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ACHDS researchers accepted as Associate Fellows of Advance HE
Congratulations to Bradley Scott, Clarisse de Vries and Kusum Singal who have all been accepted as Associate Fellows (AFHEA) of Advance Higher Education. Click here for more information.
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Data Driven Innovation Award for the iCAIRD Team
The iCAIRD team received a Data Driven Innovation award at the Holyrood Digital Health and Care Scotland 2024 Awards. Congratulations to Professor Lesley Anderson, Dr Clarisse de Vries and Jarek Dymiter who attended the awards dinner in Edinburgh with JD (James) Blackwood who also received a Digital Leader Award. Click here...
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DaSH invited to a Scottish Parliament Cross-Party Group on Health Inequalities
Kate O’Sullivan, Operational Lead for Grampian Data Safe Haven (DaSH) presented at a Scottish Parliament Cross-Party Group on Health Inequalities. Kate talked about the power of data, showcasing findings from Networked Data Lab (NDL) and highlighting the important role of regional Safe Havens in providing multi-agency data linkage. Click here to find...
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Smoking on campus - a reminder
We would like to remind our community that smoking is not permitted inside buildings or anywhere where smoke may enter buildings (e.g. near entrances, exits, windows, air ventilation intakes etc.) The main aim of these rules is to protect people from the adverse health effects of passive smoking. They also...
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Neurodiversity Celebration Week - Take Part
Neurodiversity Celebration Week challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported in education. The University is looking for around 5 neurodivergent individuals to be filmed talking about their experiences of being neurodivergent. The film clips will be recorded on campus by...
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Tai Chi and Qigong classes
A new 5-week block of classes in Tai Chi and Qigong begins on Wednesday this week. Join the Confucius Institute's courses taught by Matthew Knight at Dunbar Street Hall, Old Aberdeen. Improve posture, reduce stress, and enhance well-being. Cost is only £20 for the block. Tai Chi is at 12 noon....
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Consultation on Changes to Elected Membership of Senate
Consultation on Changes to Elected Membership of Senate Following agreement by the Senate and Court, under the statutory process for amendment of a resolution, comments are invited on proposals to update the rules governing the elected staff membership of Senate. The revisions are required to ensure Senate's composition is...
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Beatrice Anna Percival Memorial Prize in Geosciences
Are you an undergraduate student in Geosciences who loves sport? One prize will be available for the 2023-24 academic year and it is valued at £1,000.
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Getting to know...Jo-Anne Murray, Vice-Principal for Education
Tell us about your role at the University. My role is Vice-Principal Education, and I am accountable for all aspects of the student experience. I am very passionate about education as for me education changed my life. I was first in family to University; I left school at 16 to look...
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TechFest 2024 - suggest your ideas!
TechFest, one of North East Scotland's leading STEM learning organisation, has started planning this years Science Festival in September and has a call for ideas for YOU to suggest themes, topics or speakers that you would love to see included in this years programme. Don't miss your chance to be...
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Run Balmoral - raising funds for Women's Health Research
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Run Balmoral - one of the most scenic runs in the UK, taking in stunning views of Balmoral Castle and its beautiful surroundings. We are excited to be taking part again this year as they celebrate an amazing 25 years and we'd love...
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New Microsoft Teams client
On Wednesday 28 February we will switch to the new Microsoft Teams client.
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Join the BeWell Podcast Series
This LGBTQ+ History Month, the BeWell Podcast Series, is looking to host an episode discussing LGBTQ+ wellbeing in higher education. They are looking for 4 guest panellists to join the conversation.The recording will take place on 20 February, 3pm – 4pm, online.If you would like to take part or want...
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ASV Free Membership Terms and Conditions
The University of Aberdeen is offering an Aberdeen Sports Village membership for students who accept University accommodation September entry.
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Paid Internship: Research Student Assistants - Enhancing the Effectiveness and Experience of Student
We are looking for 2 student assistants (interns) to work on a research project that has been awarded funding by the University of Aberdeen’s Learning and Teaching Enhancement Programme. The student assistants (interns) will be working on a selected project for a period of 10 weeks. There will be 6 hours of...
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Part-time work: Research Intern - Attitudes and perceptions of generative artificial intelligence (G
Looking for some part-time work? The Centre for Academic Development is looking for interns who are passionate about the student learning experience and have an interest in carrying out research to explore the attitudes and perceptions of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in education. Interested? Applications close on Sunday 18...
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Work Shadowing
Are you a real estate or law student looking for insights into your desired sector? You are in luck, the ABDN Shadowing scheme has now launched. It aims to give students some work experience by shadowing an experienced professional for a day in early March. Click here to find out more.
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Become a Student Officer, stand for the issues that matter to you - and get paid for doing it!
Nominations are open now for the Students’ Union Officer Elections, and every student currently enrolled is eligible. This is a full-time paid job for a year, so whether you’re Graduating and looking for your first job, or just want to take a year out to do something awesome, this is...
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Hindu Staff Representative
We are pleased to introduce our new Hindu Honorary Faith Representative. Madhuri is actively involved with the Aberdeen Hindu Temple Trust. She is fluent in Sanskrit and can give guidance on chanting mantras such as Vishnu Sahasranam, Ramraksha or about scriptures such as Bhagvad Geeta, Ramayan and Mahabharat....
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Disability Support for Exams and Assessments
Are you disabled, or do you have a specific learning difference like dyslexia, a mental health or long-term health condition?
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Free sessions to support English language academic skills
Free sessions to support English language academic skills are available to all UoA students as follows: Academic Writing Listening skills Seminar skills Fluency & communication Presentation skills 1-2-1 sessions Drop-in sessions To find out more, and to book, please visit either our Organisation page, or the Language Centre - scroll down to Academic Skills in English (ASkE).
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Invitation to join the Pride 2024 Planning Group
Pride 2024 takes place throughout June. Together, the University and Students' Union amplify the voices of our LGBTQ+ staff and students, making them the core of this years Pride activities at UoA. The EDI Events & Engagement Group cordially invites representatives from our LGBTQ+ community to actively contribute to our Pride...
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Assistive Technology
Would you benefit from dictation or read aloud software? Or maybe a sophisticated spell checker?
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Concert series events - You're invited!
The School of Music are delighted to invite all students at their concert series events taking place this term. They have concerts both on and off campus, during the day or evening and at weekends! Please visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/music/events/ for further information.