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Founder of University Dance Performance takes a bow after four decades

Earlier this year the University of Edinburgh held its Annual Dance Performance, marking 40 years since Creative Director June Underwood founded the show               ...
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Digitising Bulletin through the ages – a time capsule of the University

The Bulletin newsletter you’re currently reading has long been a key way to keep University staff up to date with news across our community.            ...
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Young Person’s Guarantee: celebrating successes

The University of Edinburgh is a proud supporter of the Young Person’s Guarantee. The University has made an ongoing commitment to creating opportunities for young people, acknowledging the impact this...
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The Innovation Career Pathway: supporting academics to focus on innovation

A newly-launched University of Edinburgh initiative – the Innovation Career Pathway (ICP) – provides a route to career development for academics wishing to focus on commercialisation and engagement with industry. ...
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Forming a brave space: The University’s Faith and Belief Subcommittee

In an era where global events are increasingly shaping local experiences, the University of Edinburgh has reaffirmed its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion by establishing the Faith and Belief...
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Edinburgh Award 2025: celebrating our students’ achievements

The Edinburgh Award recognises more than 1,000 Edinburgh students each year for getting involved in activities outside of their degree programme, such as work experience and volunteering.  Colleagues from across...
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Need to know – June

Top updates from across the University.


1. University finances

In May, the Provost Kim Graham shared the latest update for staff on the measures being taken to address the University’s financial challenges. This included an update on the five new workstreams and the progress that has been made so far. 

The University Finances SharePoint site is continually updated with information as it becomes available. If you have any questions, please visit the site to view our updated FAQs: 

University Finances SharePoint 

2. Staff Survey 2025 results

The Staff Survey 2025 results are now available. Colleagues can view a dashboard of results for their School or department, and how they compare to the University-wide results. Please visit the Staff Survey 2025 SharePoint to access the dashboard and find out more: 

Staff Survey 2025 SharePoint 

3. Annual review guidance

Annual reviews need to be completed by 31 July. Annual review conversations provide an opportunity for colleagues to: 

  • Reflect on achievements and challenges 
  • Check in on wellbeing and workload 
  • Discuss the wider organisational context 
  • Seek and share feedback with their manager 
  • Agree on objectives 
  • Plan for their development 
  • Share their career aspirations and what motivates them 

Annual review guidance and conversation resources can be found on the Conversations Hub: 

Conversations Hub 

Annual review guidance 

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