Reading time: < 1 minuteThe findings are part of an effort to reform research evaluation in European academic and research institutions. It focuses on intersectional biases, particularly gender bias as perceived by academic faculty and funding agencies staff during the evaluation of research (ie: for funding purposes), career advancement and the hiring process. This survey should take about 15 minutes to complete …
Reading time: 2 minutesUp to £1,000 funding is available for projects where students and staff work in partnership to enhance the student experience. The priorities for this year’s projects are: Wellbeing, mental health, cost of living and student accommodation Transforming the curriculum Equality, diversity and inclusion There are 18 successfully funded projects for …
Reading time: 2 minutesNew colleague We are delighted to announce Louise Dalgliesh as our new Head of Performance for ladies’ rugby at the University. Louise is a distinguished figure in women’s rugby, celebrated for her extensive experience both on the field as a player and on the sidelines as a coach. Student …
Reading time: < 1 minuteStaff and students across the University gathered to mark Race Equality Week in February by taking part in a ‘Shine a Light’ event in the Old College Quad. The event, part of an awareness week organised by Race Equality Matters, reminds us that everybody has the right to feel safe …
Reading time: 2 minutes Here at the University, there is a growing community of care-experienced students who enrich our diverse student body. To mark this special day, we hosted a small informal breakfast at the Edinburgh Futures Institute to catch up with some of our care-experienced students. Gabriele Negro, Widening Participation Officer, said: …
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 …
