by Viewpoint | Jul 10, 2024 | Research, Teaching, Uncategorised
The science and engineering of AI have been the subject of research for decades, but the past two years have seen a step-change in capability and availability, with AI products moving into the mainstream. Whether you see it as an opportunity or a challenge, we know...
by Viewpoint | Jun 27, 2024 | EDI
While some criticise them as tokenistic ‘box ticking,’ we view charter marks and awards as tools to illuminate systemic inequalities. As academic leads, we understand their limitations and that trust in pursuing them varies. However, they serve a valuable purpose by...
by Viewpoint | Apr 15, 2024 | President & Vice-Chancellor
It has been an exciting time for me since the announcement of my appointment as the incoming President and Vice-Chancellor to succeed the incomparable Nancy Rothwell. Since January, I have been meeting with Nancy, the Senior Leadership Team, and others online. But...
by Viewpoint | Mar 14, 2024 | SLT, Teaching, Uncategorised
Our University has started on its journey to replace Blackboard Learn with Canvas by Instructure as our central learning environment (CLE). We’re now configuring the system, structuring training and support plans, and preparing for a full rollout in 2025. This means...
by Viewpoint | Oct 18, 2023 | EDI
The Will Wanes While Waiting Time waits for no one So, the saying goes when you are waiting You know it is so. Thoughts of the past Thoughts of the present There are so many things to think about While you are waiting Waiting for that very thing to happen Is becoming...
