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Creating a community with ongoing, embedded student support & engagement
In part 2 of our Professor Marilyn Holness OBE partner profile interview, conducted at the beginning of this academic year, we learn of the wide ranging support and engagement initiatives provided by the entire University of Roehampton community. Fostering a 'see it, suggest it' student-led ...
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An interview with Professor Rebecca Bunting
I had the very great pleasure of speaking to Professor Rebecca Bunting, Vice-Chancellor of Bedfordshire University and a member of the UK Academic...
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An interview with Sir Eric Thomas
I had the pleasure of speaking to Sir Eric Thomas, a member of the Studiosity UK Academic Advisory Board, this month. We covered a whole range of...
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A wonderful chat with the delightful Professor Marilyn Holness, OBE
This started out as a partner profile interview, but the easy going nature and ability to completely draw you in to her vision and marvel at her...
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Retaining students and learning in lockdown: a student perspective
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
Professor Jonathan Powles of the University of the West of Scotland shares insights into supporting students remotely.
How do you engage students who aren't seeking help?
Professor Holness describes in detail Roehampton's best practice approach for integrating formative feedback into assessment, and integrating support into the student experience. P…
UK student helpseeking: the student perspective
Lauren Edwards, student union president at Plymouth Marjon University, shares her own experiences of seeking study help during the COVID crisis.
The role of the university in modern society, Prof Jonathan Powles
Prof Jonathan Powles reflects on the role of universities in modern society, his own academic career path, plus sterling advice for those starting out.
UK student helpseeking 2019 vs 2020: what will be COVID-19’s impact upon study support this year and beyond?
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, acce…
A conversation with Professor Cliff Allan
Professor Cliff Allan talks about what inspired him to enter the academic world and the importance of universities in modern society.
Generation Covid: applicant feelings towards university in 2020, and the importance of student support
Insights from Clare Marchant of UCAS on generation covid, their thoughts and feelings throughout the pandemic and recommendations for the academic year.
Usage and impact of academic support, with Jennifer Lawrence UNE
Does it matter where students seek help, or just that they do? Do different students use different types of services, or do they shop around? Is it just the students who would succ…