Anglo-French research venture “bridge of knowledge and learning” to Europe
Imperial College and France’s National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) will co-host an international research centre on global issues
Business School graduands show “appalling lack of respect”
Graduands from the Business School acted in a ‘rude and entitled manner’ as they left immediately after their procession in last week’s graduation ceremony
What happened (25/02/22)
Rudy Giuliani, the invasion of Ukraine, abortion and communication returned to tonga
Imperial fifth worst in UK for state school intake
Imperial has stagnated while Oxbridge soar to commendable heights
Minimum A levels and longer repayment period in HE shake-up
The repayment period will increase from 30 to 40 years, and students may need at least to E grades to apply for student finance.
Sandergone - Controversial CFO at Imperial no Muir
Muir Sanderson, the CFO and “de-facto COO” of Imperial College London, has resigned.
What happened (18/02/22)
Prince Andrews settlement, the Ukraine crisis, mudslides in Rio and war crimes cases in Syria and Iran
Taskforce to tackle drugs at universities established
A drugs taskforce will have the goal to “set out a common approach to reduce harms from drug use and to better tackle supply”.
Neo-Imperialism - Chinese military links laid bare
Imperial College London has received £55 million from Chinese funding sources since 2015, £5 million of which came from companies sanctioned by the US government.
What Happened (11/02/2022)
What happened in the world this week and in this issue's year (1792)
Transcription factors
The Times Higher Education have highlighted that universities must now provide all audio-visual content with transcripts at 99% or greater accuracy.
Strike action continues for UCU members
The UCU is calling on its members to be prepared for a three week nationwide strike over USS pension changes, pay and pension, and working conditions.