Space: The Final Frontier
Felix spoke to Chris Banks, Director of Library Services and Assistant Provost (Space), about the Space Sharing Programme, in light of the ongoing problem of space at the College
The Ongoing Direction of the Union
Last week, Felix reported that the Managing Director of the Union, Jarlath O’Hara, was stepping down, with Jon Tucker to provide interim support. We provide an update on the situation and a discussion on the ongoing direction of the Union
Imperial Graduate CEO of Spyras Named UK’s Most Promising Entrepreneur
George Winfield studied MRes Medical Device Design and Entrepreneurship at Imperial and won both the White City Innovators’ Programme in 2018 and the Technology category of the Mayor of London Entrepreneur awards in 2019. His entry was ‘Spyras’, a paper-based breathing sensor used to reliably and efficiently identify sepsis. He
Felix Interviews: Anne Barrett, College Archivist
The College maintains extensive archives and records of its activities, containing a wealth of fascinating history – which is presided over by Anne Barrett. Felix spoke with Anne about the archives and their role in the College’s operation
Ethical Investment Paper Passed by College Council
A paper presented to College Council by the Union President on establishing a Socially Responsible Investment Policy working group was passed on 22nd November
Union Kitchen Receives 2/5 Food Hygiene Rating
An inspection undertaken in August found that hygienic food handling was not up to par in the 568 kitchens
Strike Action: Pensions and Pay
The Imperial branch of the University and College Union could not join with the nationwide strikes this week
Managing Director of the Union Steps Down
The most senior member of permanent Union staff, the Managing Director Jarlath O’Hara, is stepping down from his role before the start of next term
College Plans to Increase Halls Rent Again; Union to Negotiate Prices
The College and the Union are renegotiating rent prices this year, five years on from the construction of Woodward and just prior to the opening of the new Kemp Porter halls
Survey Shows What Students Really Think of Brexit
The survey conducted across over 35,000 students showed that a significant majority oppose Brexit and deeply distrust British politicians; student interviews conducted at Imperial corroborated
Food in Union Stops Due to Electrical Fault; “No Timeline” on Return
The Union kitchens have been closed for two weeks, with no known timeline for when food service will return
Felix Reports: Second Union Council
The second Union Council of the year met on 5th November to discuss policy and hear reports from sabbatical officers and constituent union Presidents