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Could a ‘ co - opetition ’ model safeguard higher education ?
Shared support functions don ’ t mean the end of competition among institutions , writes Mark Thompson . Instead , collective thinking could focus effort on universities ’ strengths and potentially rescue the …
Become a better mentor by asking yourself these questions
Our mentees face a far more complex educational , social and geopolitical landscape than we did , and we must practise humility in the face of that reality , writes …
Universities must evolve from degree - granting hubs to social anchors
Higher education institutions can be incubators for ethical leadership , lifelong learning ecosystems and community partnerships , writes Rahim Somani
Make your annual report sing
An annual report is a useful tool for promoting your institution ’ s work . Here ’ s how to coordinate its publication and get it seen
The wintering of universities
The fallow moments of retreat are necessary to bring about spring . For universities , we must use this winter to think about what it is we do , writes Katie …
Campus webinar : How to boost the public perception of higher education
Staying agile is the key to effective HE leadership
Setting up an in - house mediation service at your university
Five actions to drive your career forward in the third space
Time to switch ? A university ’ s guide to Bluesky
THE podcast : what makes an award - winning academic , university or project ?
We speak to past THE Awards winners to find out about the work for which they and their institutions were recognised
Reimagining the role of higher education in a world of intersecting revolutions
To remain relevant , universities must shift from reactive funding requests to proactive transformation , writes Rahim Somani
Co - creation as a model for estate redevelopment
Campus redevelopment can offer an opportunity to reframe the ‘ ivory tower ’ image of a historic campus , without losing its sense of history , place and academic …
How small university marketing communications teams can make a big impact
Aligning comms with brand identity and recruiting alumni are among several ways lean marketing communications teams can boost their institution ’ s profile
A new university campus as a springboard for regeneration
The development of a new Ulster University campus has been a powerful driver for regeneration and community engagement in North Belfast . Vice - chancellor Paul …
Using sports storytelling to raise an institution ’ s profile
How the University of Stirling leverages student athletes ’ stories to create impactful content and drive engagement
Construction with the local community : how to manage estates projects in a built - up area
Dedicating resources to community engagement from the start is a key investment for the success of estates projects and future relationships
Make money management matter : five rules for cost - of - living communications
A finalist for THE ’ s Outstanding Marketing / Communications Team of the Year award shares strategies for leveraging data and insights to help students better …
Fostering a start - up culture among academic staff
An environment of entrepreneurship that supports academic staff will , in turn , have a positive impact on start - up - minded students . Here , Gavin Clark outlines five approaches
THE podcast : two vice - chancellors on maintaining quality and financial stability within a university
Hear Anton Muscatelli of the University of Glasgow and Alex Zelinsky of the University of Newcastle , Australia , discuss the complexities of successfully running a …
Ways to enhance your institution ’ s change agility
How to involve and empower staff to make changes that can have a big impact on their roles and the institution as a whole
Six actionable strategies to be a successful ambidextrous leader
Ambidextrous leadership requires not only strategic planning but also a deep understanding of the needs – current and future alike – of the research group , …
How to collaborate successfully with big business
Lessons for university teams on working with corporate business to deliver mutually beneficial projects
Seven tips for successful collaborations with other institutions
Collaborating with other institutions is a complex process , but in the current education environment , it can be transformative . Here ’ s how to make it …
Should academics embrace ambidextrous leadership to future - proof their career ?
Ambidexterity requires investing time in training that can provide the skills needed to operate in a dynamic environment but also in the future
Enhance inclusivity by switching to a more equitable work allocation model
A new approach to academic work allocation at the University of Newcastle promotes an inclusive working environment
Get inboarding right in five easy steps
Internal hires don ’ t need traditional onboarding , so how do you ensure they find their feet quickly and thrive in their new position in your university ? That ’ s where …
We need to improve credit portability . Here ’ s how
Here are some ways universities can improve the process of institutional transfer , making life easier for students and staff
Build healthy resident student communities with restorative practice
The integration of restorative practices within student residential communities can have a transformational impact
Host a competition to foster creativity and innovation at your institution
Challenging and rewarding staff for coming up with innovative solutions can help your institution become more adaptable and forward - thinking
THE podcast : supporting student success at all stages of the university journey
University of Chester vice - chancellor Eunice Simmons talks about effective strategies for widening access and embedding equity in higher education
What universities can do to help academics with caring responsibilities
Higher education institutions can help their employees balance the demands of family responsibilities with work – here ’ s how
Ways to create time and mental space for strategic innovation in higher education
How higher education institutions can better position themselves to adapt and innovate
Why university - wide curriculum transformation is a leap of faith
Overhauling an institution ’ s entire education curriculum is a silo - busting undertaking . Here ’ s what one university , now in its second year of implementation , has learned
How to navigate your first steps into leadership
Moving from colleague to taking charge can be a daunting transition . Kingsley O . Omeihe and Ibiyemi Omeihe offer advice on your first few moves as a leader
A blueprint for hiring innovative educators
Academics in Pakistan found the rules for hiring university teachers were letting well - rounded candidates , with real - world experience , slip through the cracks . Here ’ s …
The art of balance : tips for primary carers in higher education
The dual role of primary caregivers and higher education professional is a delicate balancing act . Here are some strategies for juggling two very demanding endeavours
Taking on academic leadership even if you are not prepared for it
The call to leadership can come before you feel ready for a more senior role , as happened to David Waller . Here he shares what he has learned from five years as a …
Growing into an academic leadership role
What qualities in new faculty members predict success in academic administrative leadership ? Here , William Owen explores the traits that can see junior faculty transition …
Five strategies to cultivate university reputation
The reputational crisis of many universities is a crisis of identity , writes Santiago Fern á ndez - Gubieda . Here , he explains that reputation starts within the organisation , …
Centralise laboratory management for better teaching and research
Creating a single department to oversee laboratory operations can streamline your processes and cut costs . Here ’ s how to do it
It ’ s time : how to get your department off X
With a flurry of HE professionals leaving the platform , here ’ s how to notify your followers and provide alternative options for staying up to date
Five tips for embedding a team member into a newly created role
How do you make sure a new recruit feels at home at your university , beds into the department and feels they have a place at the table ? Here , Alexandra Head shares …
Recruit your next president using the forensic model
In their new book ‘ The New College President : How a Generation of Diverse Leaders is Changing Higher Education ’ , Terrence J . MacTaggart and Eileen B . …
Service and creative practice as a university administrator
Why give up or reduce teaching responsibilities to enter an administrative role ? Jim Bassett took on the position of director for simple but meaningful reasons …
Key questions to help universities measure societal impact
When societal impact has so many definitions , how can higher education institutions measure it without overlap or disengagement ? This coordinated …
Create healthy relationships between faculty members for the benefit of everyone
When staff members at an institution work together amicably , student performance improves , a collaborative environment forms and the academic community is …
THE podcast : how to prepare for university leadership
Middlesex University vice - chancellor Sh â n Wareing talks about the need to make the path to senior roles transparent and why confidence is not the be - all and end - all of …
Universities need to remember the true value of education
The sector ’ s focus on cost - effectiveness is overshadowing educational opportunities . Samar Abdelazim Ahmed argues for a redefinition of success
