Susan Roberts

Susan Roberts

Recent Posts

An interview with Professor Rebecca Bunting

Jan 27, 2021
Professor Rebecca Bunting discusses her thoughts on how universities can enhance the student academic experience and a tour through her career to date

An interview with Sir Eric Thomas

Jan 7, 2021
Sir Eric Thomas discusses his thoughts on the role of university in today's society, his career, and very importantly, his favourite football team...

Retaining students and learning in lockdown: a student perspective

Nov 18, 2020
Lauren Edwards, Student Union president of Plymouth MarJon University, shares her thoughts on retaining students during the pandemic.

UK student helpseeking: remote student support and academic skills in the curriculum

Oct 6, 2020
Professor Jonathan Powles of the University of the West of Scotland shares insights into supporting students remotely.

UK student helpseeking: the student perspective

Sep 24, 2020
Lauren Edwards, student union president at Plymouth Marjon University, shares her own experiences of seeking study help during the COVID crisis.

UK student helpseeking 2019 vs 2020: what will be COVID-19’s impact upon study support this year and beyond?

Sep 16, 2020
Professor Cliff Allan was joined by Professor Liz Thomas who shared her recent research reports into the impact of Studiosity on the student experience, confidence, wellbeing, access and retention following studies across six UK universities. Also joined by special guest panel.

Building confidence and maintaining motivation: the student perspective

Sep 7, 2020
UK student Ben Phillips-Farmer tells us about the learning support that increased his confidence in his academic skills and what kept him motivated.

Generation Covid: applicant feelings towards university in 2020, and the importance of student support

Aug 25, 2020
Insights from Clare Marchant of UCAS on generation covid, their thoughts and feelings throughout the pandemic and recommendations for the academic year.

Neil Mosley’s session debrief: a challenge to universities to change, think and do things differently

Jul 13, 2020
Neil Mosley, Digital Learning Designer at Cardiff University, presented his challenge to universities to change, think and do things differently, especially in light of the current situation caused by the pandemic, with considerations for universities for the forthcoming academic year.

Sarah Knight’s session debrief: how are students in FE and HE actually using technology?

Jun 13, 2020
Sarah Knight discusses the findings of the Jisc digital experience insights survey report with key recommendations on how universities can support an excellent student digital experience.