Solihull Solihull Chamber Patrons
College celebrates merger and ‘gold’ rating
Solihull College & University Centre is to merge with Stratford-upon-Avon College. Both colleges will keep their identity but
work together to develop more higher education, international and full cost courses and provide more opportunities and security for staff and students. Solihull principal John Callaghan
(pictured) said: “I am thrilled that we have been selected by Stratford as their merger partner. “We are aware that a number of high-performing organisations submitted very strong proposals, so I am proud that we have been selected. Each college possesses unique areas of expertise and this merger will enable us to maximise our combined strengths for the benefit of all students and staff. I look forward to a successful combined future.”
Stratford-upon-Avon College principal
Andrew Cropley said: “Solihull will enable us to offer our students greater opportunities, enhanced progression, and better facilities and equipment. The merger will allow us to develop deeper partnerships with local employers and to better serve the community of Stratford- upon-Avon.” Recruitment is carrying on as normal at both colleges, and the
aim is to merge by 1 January 2018. *Solihull College has become the
only college in the West Midlands to have
been awarded a Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) ‘Gold’ rating for its higher education provision. The college was judged on three areas:
teaching quality, learning environment and student outcomes and learning gain.
Trio of appointments
at Sydney Mitchell Midlands law firm Sydney Mitchell has made a number of senior appointments and promotions. Suzanna Patalong and Robert Haggis have
joined the firm’s corporate and commercial team, and Jade Linton has been promoted to associate in the employment law team. Suzanna specialises in commercial law and
Robert is a barrister with extensive experience in both corporate and commercial law. Suzanna said: “Sydney Mitchell is a well-
respected law firm with over 250 years delivering legal services in the West Midlands. I am really enjoying working with the team in Birmingham.” Robert said: “Having worked with
international oil companies, major chemical and industrial gas supply companies and small medium sized businesses, I hope to bring a wealth of experience of benefit to Sydney Mitchell clients.” Suzanna is based in the Birmingham office and
Robert and Jade in the Shirley office. All have a wealth of experience in dealing with individuals and corporate and commercial clients.
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