Progress towards diverse governing bodies: Advance HE launches 2024 report on diversity in governance
The 2024 Diversity of Governors in Higher Education Report highlights strides in board diversity and underscores persistent gaps in representation.
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In defence of international education
Professor Elena Rodriguez-Falcon FREng PFHEA is the Provost and Chief Academic Officer of international education provider Study Group. When I first travelled to the UK from my home in Mexico as a postgraduate international student 27 years ago, my father’s words were ringing in my ears. The UK was the…
Has devolution gone too far?
This week, HEPI is marking the 25th anniversary of devolution. Here, HEPI Director Nick Hillman asks if the advantages have been overcooked when it comes to higher education. ***Tomorrow, HEPI will be hosting a webinar on the LSBU / HEPI Social Mobility Index and, on 10 December we will be…
Dreams Drowned in Dust — from a white coat to a red bridal gown
Living between two worlds, Naimat Zafary sheds light on the erased dreams and enduring resilience of Afghan women under Taliban rule.
The myth of the organisational silo: or, clever tits and silly robins
The 'silo' metaphor in academia obscures power dynamics and conflict, framing organizational differences as pathological rather than integral.
Boosting UK universities’ impact on global sustainability and the SDGs
UK universities excel in social impact and governance but must improve environmental education to drive greater SDG progress globally.
How significant is the role of the student press at UK universities?
The student press in UK universities serves as a vital watchdog, breaking national stories, fostering accountability, and launching journalism careers.
A post-compulsory education system which works for all
A coherent skills ecosystem demands urgent collaboration between colleges, universities, and employers to address economic and social fragmentation.
Weekend Reading: Sedentary behaviour at university – A call to action
University students sit for over 10 hours daily, raising health concerns; this study explores interventions to increase physical activity.
Delivering economic growth: the case for a financially secure higher education sector
The UK higher education sector faces a financial crisis risking economic impact, social mobility, and research innovation without urgent government action.