Need to know – January

Reading time: 2 minutes1. University finances and voluntary severance New SharePoint sites have been developed to provide information and guidance for staff on the University’s financial position, and the steps we are taking to respond to challenges facing the higher education sector and our University. You will find previous communications on this topic, …

The Edinburgh Winter Warmer Run 2025

Reading time: < 1 minuteThere are over 450 University of Edinburgh entries, and over 1,800 total entries overall. All those who have signed up should receive specific updates this week. The events team at The Fix UK are looking for volunteers to help at the event on the day. Hours will be from 7.45am …

New timetabling system up and running

Reading time: 3 minutesDuring the summer, the University introduced new systems for booking rooms and desks, and accessing teaching timetables. The EventMAP software which powers Booker and Timetabler replaced old systems that were no longer supported and provided an opportunity to make improvements for both staff and students. Both systems deal with a …

Student Partnership Agreement Small Project funding

Reading time: 3 minutesFunding is available for projects that enhance the student experience and where students and staff work in partnership throughout. The priorities for this year’s projects are: Wellbeing, mental health, cost of living and student accommodation   Transforming curriculum   Equality, diversity and inclusion There are 18 successfully funded projects for 2024-25, which …