V-c sees OU as ‘beacon’ for virtues of comprehensive universities
Tim Blackman also sees green shoots for part-time higher education in Wales that could nourish revival in England
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Queer studies scholars forge their own paths across Asia
Asian academics lend their own languages and experiences to the budding field of queer studies, says ‘godmother’ of the Taiwan LGBT movement
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US pushes idea of tying tuition costs to future student income
Experts fear approach could give government an incentive to cut aid and could lock graduates in to big repayments
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The week in higher education – 19/26 December 2019
The good, the bad and the offbeat: the academy through the lens of the world’s media
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Tory election victory sets scene for UK research funding battle
Balancing Dominic Cummings’ agenda with industrial strategy approach, and deciding on geographical focus for increased investment, seen as key challenges
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OfS to tackle entry ‘inducements’ and ‘misleading’ marketing
English regulator’s chief executive sets out priorities for year ahead, including admissions and recruitment review
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Career intelligence: how to succeed as a black PhD student
Craig Poku was the only black PhD student in his department. He reflects on how black British doctoral students can navigate the challenges they face
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Ten rules for (possibly) succeeding in academia through upward kindness
Irina Dumitrescu’s tips for ‘upward toxicity’ was THE’s most-read article of 2019. But it doesn’t have to be this way, says John Tregoning
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A message to Boris: help us to unleash the full potential of UK universities
Universities must face up to some legitimate complaints, but they can also play a key role in helping the new government meet its ambitions, says Alistair Jarvis
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The OfS is not too negative
Being transparent about the existence of poor-quality provision is essential if we are to tackle it effectively, says Nicola Dandridge
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Is there still a place for kindness in today’s harsh academic environment?
The season of goodwill is upon us once more. But in an era of hyper-competition, does academic kindness extend beyond passing round the nuts at the departmental Christmas party? Six scholars recount...
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Fresh strike ballots at 24 universities in pay and pensions row
Strikes threaten to spill into the new year, as little progress made in dispute
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Academics criticise violent suppression of India student protests
Campus demonstrations oppose controversial new citizenship legislation
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US Congress again repudiates Trump with education budget
2020 federal spending plan boosts student aid and research spending
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Climate change drives tourism studies to chart a new course
Some traditional marketing-focused courses replaced by programmes emphasising environmental studies and social responsibility