Category : Universities


John Carey's Oxford Legacy: Pugnacious Don & Class

A former student recalls the formidable John Carey at Oxford in 1958-59, exploring his sharp intellect and puzzling sensitivity to the university's class-consciousness. Read the full tribute.

University of Greater Manchester Under OfS Investigation

The Office for Students has opened a formal investigation into the University of Greater Manchester, focusing on governance and financial sustainability. Read the latest on the probe involving MP Phil Brickell.

Brown University Shooting Suspect Found Dead

Claudio Neves Valente, the suspect in the Brown University mass shooting, has been found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The manhunt ended six days after the attack that killed two students.

Brown University Shooting Suspect Found Dead

The suspect in the deadly Brown University shooting that killed two students has been found dead in New Hampshire. Police are investigating a potential link to a professor's murder.

Student Group Seeks to Reform Elite US Universities

A grassroots student network, formed after the affirmative action ruling, is drafting a new 'academic social contract' to challenge elitism and redirect universities towards the public good. Discover their third way.

UK to rejoin Erasmus+ programme in 2027

The UK is set to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ education and training scheme in 2027-28, securing a 30% discount. Discover how students and apprentices can benefit.

Harvard Scholar's Ouster Reveals Institutional Failure

The dismissal of Dr Mary Bassett from Harvard's FXB Centre highlights the selective application of human rights principles, particularly regarding Palestine. Discover the implications for global health and academic freedom.

UK Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme

The UK government has secured a deal to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ scheme from 2027, fulfilling a Labour pledge. Up to 100,000 people could benefit, reviving study and work opportunities across Europe.

MIT Director Nuno Loureiro Shot Dead in Brookline

The MIT community mourns the shocking shooting death of plasma science director Nuno Loureiro, 47. Police are investigating with no suspect or motive yet released. Read the full story.

UK to rejoin EU Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK is poised to rejoin the EU's Erasmus+ student exchange programme from 2027, marking a major post-Brexit reset. Discover the details of the deal and what it means for students.

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