FE/HE NEWS
University of Aberdeen secures its first Race Equality Charter Bronze award
The University of Aberdeen has been awarded its first Race Equality Charter (REC) Bronze award in recognition of its commitment to advancing race equality. The University is the third Scottish Institution to hold a REC award.
The Race Equality Charter’s mission is to improve the representation, experience, progression and success of racially minoritised staff and students within higher education. It provides a rigorous and robust framework through which institutions work to critically reflect and act on institutional and cultural barriers standing in the way of the progression and success of racially minoritised staff and students. There are currently 101 Race Equality Charter members, holding 50 awards between them.
Anne Mwangi, Head of the Race Equality Charter, said: “The Race Equality Charter Bronze award is recognition of an institution’s robust foundation for eliminating racial inequalities, developing inclusive cultures and moving from commitment to sustainable and integrated bold and ambitious action.”
Professor George Boyne, Principal and Vice-Chancellor commented: “I would like to extend my congratulations to the members of the University Race Equality Strategy Group as well as to colleagues in the central EDI Team for their contribution to this success. As a University which strives to be open and welcoming, diverse and
inclusive, we recognise the reality of systemic racism.
“In the last five years, we have been building momentum around antiracism work, engaging with staff, students, and partners from across the sector, and have developed a progressive Antiracism Strategy, which presents our vision for creating an antiracist University. Our Antiracism Action Plan has been designed to target the areas where issues have been identified through the REC process. We will be working with our staff and students to ensure change is tangible and impactful.”
University of London hires top academic as PVC Education
The University of London has appointed Philip (Phil) Allmendinger as its new Pro Vice-Chancellor (PVC) Education, following a competitive international recruitment process.
Professor Allmendinger will join the University on 1 July 2024, and brings a wealth of experience from across the higher education across the sector. During his 28 years in higher education Professor Allmendinger has held a host of senior leadership positions, including as a Deputy Vice- Chancellor and a Head of School (Dean) of the Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Cambridge and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Bath. He has most recently been the Chief Academic Officer at Forward College, Paris, one of the University’s Recognised Teaching Centres.
Vice-Chancellor Professor Wendy Thomson said: “I’m very pleased to welcome Phil to the role of Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education). He brings extensive leadership experience and skills in higher education to the University, as well as sector-wide knowledge of student experience, research strategy and support.
“I look forward to working with Phil as he takes forward our position as the UK’s leading provider of distance learning worldwide, collaborating closely with colleagues from across the federation to deliver cutting edge-programmes and opening up new opportunities to our students.’’
Professor Allmendinger said: “The University of London is world- renowned for its academic excellence and its vibrant, diverse community. It is a beacon of innovation and research in the higher education landscape across the world, and I am truly honoured and excited to be joining as the new Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education).
“My vision for the role is to not only continue its legacy of excellence but to expand on it by embracing new teaching methodologies, enhancing our digital learning platforms, and ensuring that our curricula reflect the global and diverse nature of our society today. As I know from personal experience, education is a powerful tool for change, and I look forward to working with the entire University community and our federation members to empower our students to meet the challenges of the future.”
The role includes responsibility for the University’s educational strategy and student experience, including the University’s work with federation members to promote the contribution of distance education across global communities. Professor Allmendinger will also hold the position of Professor of Land Economy, which was his title at Cambridge, reflecting his ongoing research interests and teaching activities.
This is a new role which takes on many of the responsibilities previously held by Professor Mary Stiasny, who retires at the end of June.
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www.education-today.co.uk
June 2024
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