Campus News
New electric vehicle charge points on campus
September 5th, 2023
The university is in the process of installing new electric vehicle charge points across our campuses – this includes replacing the existing points at Jubilee campus (opposite Business School South and in the UNIP car park), King’s Meadow campus (short stay staff parking area), University Park (outside the Estate Office) and at Sutton Bonington (in front of Main Building).
During the removal of the existing points and installation of the new points there will be a couple of days when each location will not be available for vehicle charging – we are trying to keep down time to a minimum.
We will also be installing new charge points in the following locations:
- Near the Sports Centre on University Park
- In the main visitor car park at University Park
- In the Medical School car park
- At Sutton Bonington opposite the Brewery Science building
To use the new charge points users will need to download the Mer Connect App and register as a user.
Read more about how to set up your Mer account
We will be introducing charges to use the EV charge points on campus, but initially you will be able to use them for free providing you have the Mer app.
As with the existing charge points, users will need a valid university parking permit or a Pay and Display ticket, and can charge their vehicle for up to 3 hours between 8am and 4pm.
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Resurfacing work to take place in early September: please plan ahead
August 31st, 2023
Sections of University Park campus will be affected by resurfacing work taking place between Monday 4 September and Friday 15 September 2023.
Some roads are in need of repair, and resurfacing is the best option to enable this.
While this work is underway, all traffic along the roads will be subject to traffic management by the contractor.
This will cause disruption at busy times, and users may want to consider alternative options to access campus.
Resurfacing work will be taking place on the following dates and locations:
Monday 4 and Tuesday 5 September – Cripps Hill
Day works will begin to resurface the road between the roundabout with Cut Through Lane and up to near Lenton Hall Drive between 8am – 6pm.
One lane at a time will be closed so that two-way travel will be possible via the use of traffic management and stop/go boards.
This is likely to cause minor delays to travel times including all Hopper buses and Nottingham City Transport (NCT) 34 Bus service. Please see images below for more.
Wednesday 6 September – North exit fully closed
Day works will take place between 8am – 6pm. This only affects the North exit, the North entrance will remain open all day as normal.
Please use alternative West or South exits from the university.
The Jubilee Hopper bus service 903 that connects Jubilee Campus to University Park will be affected by this closure and will operate via a diverted route, with slight delays.
Monday 11 September to Wednesday 13 September – West entrance and exit
Both lanes between the access road to Willoughby Close and the main public roundabout (at junction with Woodside Road, University Boulevard and Broadgate) will be closed over night between 8pm – 6am on Monday 11 to Wednesday 13 September.
The road will reopen each day between 6am and 8pm for normal use.
Any evening or night-time users of David Ross Sports Village or people wishing to access the East Midlands Conference Centre and Orchard Hotel are being asked to find alternative routes into campus.
The NCT Bus service 34 will also have its evening services affected by the closure – please contact the bus operator for more information.
If you have any questions about the upcoming works, please contact EstatesHelpdesk@nottingham.ac.uk.
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Medical emergencies – what to do and who to call
August 31st, 2023
If you witness or are part of a medical emergency on campus, there are clear steps you should follow to make sure it is dealt with as quickly, efficiently and safely as possible.
What makes something a medical emergency?
A medical emergency is where you think the casualty may need expert emergency medical support, for example, a suspected cardiac arrest, an unconscious person who can’t be roused, a life-threatening injury, a major fracture or other very serious injury/illness.
What should I do?
If you are at the scene, either as a first aider or passer-by, please contact University Security in the first instance – ext 8888 from internal phones, 0115 9518888 from a mobile.
Security will make the call to the Emergency Services without delay and will then connect you with the 999 operator. Calling via Security means they can support you with their first aid skills or additional equipment if needed.
They can assist with accessing restricted areas and escalation to other services as appropriate and they can also transport casualties to hospital where safe to do so.
Please visit our webpage for additional details, including non-university buildings and facilities.
What happens next?
Incidents are recorded on our incident reporting system so we can reflect on how they are managed and make continuous improvements to the way we respond.
Wellbeing support options are made available to anyone involved as medical emergencies can be very stressful and upsetting to deal with. Often it is a colleague or student who is well known to those helping out.
How can I help?
Thankfully, medical emergencies on campus are rare. But you can make sure you’re prepared to support as quickly as possible if you do encounter one.
Add the Security number (Emergency Telephone Number) to your phone – 0115 951 8888 – and familiarise yourself with where to locate local first aider information.
The My Nottingham App (available to staff as well as students) now has an Emergency tile for easy access to the university emergency telephone number.
Non-emergency injury or illness
Most of the time when one of our community has an accident or falls ill, a university first aider can help the person using their standard training and first aid equipment.
Please familiarise yourself with how to summon a local first aider (e.g. first aid notices).
Thank you for your support.
For any questions, please email the Health and Safety Team.
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Leadership and Management Academy programmes – two weeks left to apply
August 31st, 2023
The ability to lead and manage is essential across the university no matter what role you’re in, and the Leadership and Management Academy’s programmes are here to help you grow and develop the knowledge, behaviour, and skills you need to be successful – but there are only two weeks left to apply for our programmes for this academic year.
There’s a programme to suit you whatever stage of your career you’re at, from ‘just’ leading yourself (and there’s a real skill to this) right up to leading whole faculties and departments, and anywhere in between.
To find out more and identify the programme that’s right for you (choosing from Executive Leadership, Senior Leadership, Operational Leadership, Stepping into Leadership and Aspiring Leadership) go to the Leadership and Management Academy programme pages.
Applications are open until Friday 15 September 2023.
By joining one of our programmes, you’ll be getting a highly practical, immersive experience that challenges you to embrace uncertainty, grow your knowledge of yourself and your ways of leading, and understand the bigger picture of your leadership and management role. We’ll arm you with adaptable tools and resources you need to lead with energy and confidence, build trust, and create a shared sense of purpose with your teams.
The programmes offer much more than just knowledge and skills. They provide you with the space, time, and support to focus on your own leadership practice. You’ll also forge connections with like-minded colleagues, building a network of ambitious individuals all working to be better leaders and managers at the university.
Other ways to develop
If a programme isn’t right for you right now don’t worry, that’s why we offer many more resources, development tools and events to support you. Here’s what’s on offer:
- You can join us for informative webinars and bite-sized learning events, where you’ll connect with colleagues from across the university. With a mix of content picking up the emergent needs of the institution and essential skills, you can access live events and recordings, and a new programme of sessions will be launching in September.
- We provide coaching and mentoring opportunities for all staff. No matter what stage of your career or what you need, we can match you with a coach or mentor to help you drive your development and find the solutions to the challenges you face.
- Discover a wealth of online resources on the LMA Learning and Resources pages, specially curated to help you to develop. Explore thought-provoking articles, engaging videos, diagnostic tools, and interactive resources that help you to grow at your own pace.
No matter which path you choose to develop your leadership practice, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Your growth and development is key to the success of the university, and we are committed to helping you excel on this transformative journey of self-discovery.
Unlock your true leadership potential today. Apply now for the LMA Development Programmes and become the leader you aspire to be.
To find out more and start your journey, visit: LMA Development Programmes
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Brochure highlights success of Biodiscovery Institute
August 29th, 2023
The university’s Biodiscovery Institute (BDI) has published a brochure highlighting advances in shaping the future of health and biotechnology.
The BDI is a £100 million world-leading hub of interdisciplinary research, accommodating 85 research groups and bringing together 850 researchers from the schools of Chemistry, Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Veterinary Medicine and Science and the Faculty of Engineering.
The institute (formerly the Centre for Biomolecular Sciences) has leveraged £300 million in funding since 2014 and later this year will be celebrating its 20th anniversary, with an international showcase in 2024 to mark this milestone.
Its new brochure highlights how research in biotechnology is improving human health through new drug discovery, advanced materials for healthcare and better understanding of disease.
Recent successes include establishing a £4m Nottingham Ovarian Cancer Research Centre and the £23.4 million renewal of the National Biofilms Innovation Centre, which combines expertise from academia (Nottingham, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Southampton) with 200 industrial partners.
The brochure also provides a directory of the BDI’s advanced facilities as well as the specialised research areas and techniques available from principal investigators across six multidisciplinary research themes.
Bringing together researchers from a diverse range of disciplines has made developing a supportive environment and positive research culture a key aim of the BDI.
Developments in this area have included Project Period, the provision of free sanitary products throughout the BDI which has now been taken up university-wide, and the empowerment of the early career researchers, which has been recognised by the University of Nottingham Tri Campus Awards 2023’s Team Award for Commitment to Enhancing the Research Culture and Environment.
Find out more about the Biodiscovery Institute and view its 2023 brochure.
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TEF award – removal from marketing communications
August 29th, 2023
The Office for Students (OfS) is advising providers not to use their Teaching Excellent Framework (TEF) awards in marketing or promotional materials aimed at students.
For the university, this will mean not featuring our TEF Gold Award in any marketing material that is directed at students, including any text references, or the use of following logos:
Any existing printed materials do not need to be updated. Information about educational strategy or internal management that is not aimed directly at prospective students can continue to use the TEF logo – provided it states, ‘Awarded in June 2017’.
If you are still using the email signature banner below, it must be updated with the new version, without the TEF gold logo – which is available on Brand Resources. Download it here.
If you have any questions regarding the removal of this information, please contact Corporate Marketing at brand@nottingham.ac.uk.
You can read the full TEF update here.
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Annual leave purchase scheme open for enrolment
August 29th, 2023
The Annual Leave Purchase Scheme is now open for enrolment until Monday 25 September 2023 for eligible university staff.
The Annual Leave Purchase Scheme is a salary sacrifice scheme whereby staff can exchange salary in return for additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 1 week, pro-rated for part-time staff.
The scheme is open to all employees on permanent or fixed-term contracts except for those on fractional term time only contracts.
Full scheme details including eligibility can be found within the scheme guide and FAQS on the Employee Hub.
Any annual leave purchased through the scheme needs to be booked in line with normal holiday booking processes. If you are interested in applying for additional leave please discuss any plans with your manager prior to enrolling.
For more information including details on how to enrol please view the scheme guide.
Applications should be made via the Employee Hub and when entering your line manager’s email address please use the external email address, for example “Minnie.Mouse@nottingham.ac.uk“.
If you need help to make an application you can contact the annual leave purchase scheme helpline run by Sodexo on 01908 303 4980.
Please note: annual leave purchased through the Annual Leave Purchase Scheme must be used in the annual leave year it applies to.
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New CEO for Lakeside Arts
August 29th, 2023
Former Director of Business Transformation at Tate, Ben Howarth, will join the university as CEO of Lakeside Arts in September.
Ben has recently finished a two-year term at Tate, helping the organisation devise a new strategy in a post-Covid world.
He has spent the majority of his career at the BBC, latterly as Chief of Staff for BBC Radio and Music.
He has also carried out various senior strategy and transformation roles leading projects of change as the broadcaster shifted from a linear-first to digital-first model.
Ben also chairs the Woolwich Works charitable trust, a multi-disciplinary cultural hub on the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich, where he leads on stakeholder management with the local authority, senior recruitment and financial support.
Helen Pennack, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer for the university, said: “I’m really excited that Ben will be joining us – his skills and experience speak for themselves.
“I’m looking forward to introducing him to our excellent Lakeside Arts team, and seeing where his leadership takes us.“
Ben said: “I am very excited to be taking on this role, building on the strong foundations already in place and the fantastic location of Lakeside Arts.
“I’m looking forward to working with Lakeside Arts staff, the university, and the broader creative community to further unlock the obvious potential of Lakeside Arts as we seek to attract the broadest audience possible.”
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Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards: applications open
August 25th, 2023
Professor Sam Kingman’s research update
Applications are open for the university’s Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards.
The awards celebrate the contribution of our research to society and the economy.
The deadline for applications is Monday 16 October 2023.
To find out more and enter, please visit Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards 2024.
The awards are open to all disciplines and present an exciting opportunity for researchers to celebrate their achievements with colleagues, funders, collaborators and beneficiaries and raise awareness internally and externally of the exceptional work across the university.
The winners will be announced at an awards ceremony hosted by Vice-Chancellor Professor Shearer West on Thursday 1 February 2024 at the East Midlands Conference Centre, University Park.
Please do share details of the awards and encourage colleagues to enter.
To tie in with the theme of knowledge exchange, my update shares further news of how our researchers are engaging with communities and our partners.
With thanks and best wishes
Sam
Professor Sam Kingman
Interim Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Knowledge Exchange
Read Professor Kingman’s full update
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Athena SWAN — new awards for university Schools
August 18th, 2023
The university’s School of Life Sciences has been awarded a prestigious Gold award in the latest round of Athena SWAN submissions.
A Gold award recognises a significant and sustained record of activity and achievement by the School in addressing challenges across the full range of its activities and promoting gender equality within and beyond.
The 5 year Gold award to Life Sciences is in addition to our Schools of Health Sciences, Veterinary Medicine and Science, Computer Science and Economics and Education receiving either Silver renewal, new Bronze accreditation or Bronze renewal awards as part of 2022’s and 2023’s submissions.
The Equality Challenge Unit’s Athena SWAN Charter was established in 2005 to encourage and recognise commitment to advancing the careers of women in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM) in higher education and research.
In May 2015, the charter was expanded to recognise work undertaken in arts, humanities, social sciences, business and law (AHSSBL), and in professional and support roles, and for trans staff and students.
The charter now recognises work undertaken to address gender equality more broadly, and not just barriers to progression that affect women.
Professor Katherine Linehan, Pro-Vice-Chancellor for EDI and People said: “It’s a fantastic achievement and I’m proud of all our Schools that have been awarded in this submission window.
“Life Sciences achieving the Gold award and so many of our Schools also retaining their Sliver or Bronze awards serves to cement the university’s unending commitment to tackling inequality.
“These awards are testament to the hard work and focus of the Schools and they will go a long way to championing and promoting good practice within the wider community.”
Find more information about the Athena Swan Charter here.
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