News Archive 2007
New Pro Vice-Chancellor for University of Greenwich
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
The University of Greenwich has appointed Professor Tom Barnes as Pro Vice- Chancellor, Research & Enterprise.
Computer Games Switch on Potential Students to Learning in Folkstone
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Sixth-formers and school leavers had the chance to test their skills on a range of computer games at a special event held at the University Centre Folkestone (UCF). Organised by Steve Archer, Senior Lecturer at the University of Greenwich, the aim of the event was to attract young people so they could see the facilities on offer, as well as learn about the new courses available, at UCF.
Maritime Education gets Boost through Pakistan / UK Co-operation
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
The University of Greenwich has pledged cooperation with a Pakistani university on maritime research and teaching. The maritime industry is one of the biggest in the global economy. Greenwich Vice-Chancellor Baroness Blackstone signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Vice Admiral Farooq Rashid, Rector of Bahria University, last week to develop shared courses and research projects which will benefit both countries.
Hundreds Attend University Carol Service
Friday, December 7, 2007
Hundreds attended the Academic Carol Service at the Old Royal Naval College Chapel this week (Tuesday 4 December). The University of Greenwich choir sang a range of enchanting Christmas songs and led the congregation in traditional carols. University chaplain Rev. Jules Gomes gave a lively sermon on the earthy realism of the Christmas story with its smelly stable and lowly shepherds. “You couldn’t make this up”, he said.
Medway Campus collects First Prize at Kent Design Awards
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Universities at Medway’s multi-million-pound campus at Chatham Maritime has received a top prize in the Kent Design Awards. Two of the campus’s showpiece buildings – the Drill Hall Library and the Pilkington Building – were chosen by award judges as joint winners in the ‘Building Renovation’ category.
University gets Funding for Clean Water Research
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Nearly half our water supplies come from underground reservoirs, but these are increasingly contaminated with industrial waste that sinks through soil and rock. A particularly sticky problem is how to extract cleaning fluids used in dry-cleaning processes, for instance, or washing grease off engines. Called “chlorinated solvents”, they literally cling to soil particles in the water.
University of Greenwich appoints New Head of Humanities & Social Sciences
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
The University of Greenwich has appointed Professor Joanne Finkelstein, from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, to the post of Head of the School of Humanities & Social Sciences. In her new role, Joanne Finkelstein will be responsible for 85 staff and 2,500 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The school’s broad subject range includes law, journalism, drama, history and sociology. It has a developing research portfolio and a particular emphasis on working with creative and cultural industries in the region.
Lecture on the Real Story of Slavery
Thursday, November 22, 2007
This year marks the 200th anniversary of the abolition of slavery. To acknowledge this, the real story of slavery will be the topic of the next Pembroke Lecture, which takes place on Wednesday, October 24, at the University of Greenwich at Medway. Marika Sherwood, author and vice-chair of the Black and Asian Studies Association, will give the talk, which looks at the effectiveness of the Abolition and Emancipation acts.
Students Offer Stress Management Advice
Thursday, November 22, 2007
Students from the University of Greenwich have been dispensing stress-testing cards as well as calming words of advice to the public to mark National Stress Awareness Day (Wednesday, November 7). As part of the International Stress Management Association UK’s (ISMA) awareness campaign called “Stress - Don’t Let It Get To You”, students offered shoppers in Eltham High Street a list of top 10 tips as well as the cards that detect levels of stress through body temperature.
University of Greenwich Wins Queen's Prize for African Development Project
Friday, November 16, 2007
The University of Greenwich has won a prestigious award for an innovative project to reduce poverty in Africa.
University of Greenwich at Medway Wins National Award for Cleaning
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Greenwich and Carillion Pall Mall partnership beat off competition The University of Greenwich at Medway has won a national prize for the way it maintains the premises. It was awarded the Kimberly-Clark Professional and CSSA Golden Service Award for Best Cleaned Premises in the Education sector. The campus is maintained by contract cleaning company Carillion Pall Mall.
Medal for Contribution to Mass Spectrometry
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Tony Mallet, Professor of Analytical Chemistry in the School of Science has become only the second person to be awarded a British Mass Spectrometry Society (BMSS) medal for life-time contribution to Mass Spectrometry. From 1980 to 2002 Tony was actively engaged in promoting the activities of the British Mass Spectrometry Society. He held the posts of Meetings Secretary, General Secretary, Vice-Chair, Chairman and finally Trustee.
Prime Minister Visits University of Greenwich
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
The Prime Minister, the Rt Hon Gordon Brown MP, visited the University of Greenwich this morning to make his first major speech on education policy. He was joined on the Greenwich Campus by the Secretary of State for Children, Schools & Families, Ed Balls MP, at a special event hosted by Baroness Blackstone, Vice-Chancellor of the university. He outlined the government's plans to achieve a "world class" education system where young people from every background can prosper. After his lecture, the PM and the Secretary of State took questions from an invited audience of university staff, students and educationalists.
Building Bridges for Industry
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Students from the University of Greenwich at Medway had the chance to build bridges with the world of construction, as well as getting a chance to learn about the practical side of steel and concrete, when they attended a week-long Constructionarium. The event held at the National Construction College in Norfolk in association with leading UK building firms Byrne Brothers and design and engineering consultancy Atkins, saw 33 full and part-time BEng/BSc undergraduates from the university’s Civil Engineering degree attend. The students were joined by Greenwich lecturer John Frankland and technician Barry Appleby
Solar Power Will Work in Kent
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Kent is sunny enough for many residents to produce their own solar energy at home, according to a University of Greenwich at Medway lecturer. Dr Alec Coutroubis, a Principal Lecturer in the School of Engineering, is urging people across the county to switch to sunshine to power their homes, saving money as well as the planet
Charge Your Car at Medway
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has made a significant green initiative by installing an electric car charging point at their campus at Chatham Maritime. The facility has the capacity to charge two electric cars simultaneously. Simon Earp, Transport & Greenwich Travel Manager explains: ”Charles May from the university’s School of Engineering, who wanted to use his electric car to commute into work, asked if it would be possible to install a charging point at the campus. I am pleased that the university has recognised the positive step he has taken and supported this form of green travel.”
Boost for Ethnic Minority Health and Social Care in Medway
Thursday, October 25, 2007
A new alliance of health experts and providers has come together to improve care for black and ethnic minority (BME) people in Medway. The University of Greenwich will lead the Medway BME Special Interest Group which pulls together Medway Council, Medway Primary Care Trust, Medway Race Equality Council and other partners to set a shared strategy and training programme to meet the needs of BME communities in the area.
Rear Admiral Roy Clare CBE Awarded Honorary Degree
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Rear Admiral Roy Clare, Chief Executive of the Museums. Libraries and Archives Council (MLA) and former Director of the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters (HonDLitt) by the University of Greenwich on Monday, October 22, 2007. At the museum, Roy Clare was credited with building new audiences and creating wider partnerships (including instigating the ‘Sea Britain 2005’ initiative to commemorate the bicentennial of Nelson’s victory at Trafalgar). He shaped the £16m project to modernise services and facilities at the Royal Observatory and oversaw a succession of successful exhibitions and programmes in the National Maritime Museum and Queens House
History Volunteers Celebrate Research Success
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
More than 50 Medway local history enthusiasts who have spent the past two years as volunteers contributing to the England’s Past for Everyone project will be gathering at the University of Greenwich at Medway, on Saturday, October 27. They will be celebrating the end of their successful work examining the villages, people and industries that flourished in the Lower Medway Valley from the mid 18th century to the beginning of the 20th century. They will also be finding out more about a new research project into the history of the Medway towns.
Nobel Laureate Praises Help from Medway Scientist
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Professor John Morton of the University of Greenwich at Medway has been thanked for his contribution to a report on global warming which helped an international organisation win the Nobel Prize. This year it was jointly awarded to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and American campaigner Al Gore for their work to tackle climate change.
University of Greenwich At Medway Open Day
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway is holding an open day at its campus at Chatham Maritime on Saturday, October 20. There will be presentations about the wide range of courses available at the university and opportunities to talk to lecturers and tutors. Visitors will also be able to view all the student facilities including on site halls of residence and the impressive Drill Hall library. The campus will be open from 10am to
Three Universities in Kent Join Forces to Help Local Community Thanks to £3 million Cash Boost
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Three universities in Kent join forces to help local community thanks to £3 million cash boost. Canterbury Christ Church University, the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent, who already work together as the Universities at Medway, are joining forces to address the regeneration needs of Swale in Kent, thanks to a £3 million match funding award from the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE).
University of Greenwich School of Engineering Celebrates 10th Anniversary in Medway
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
The University of Greenwich’s School of Engineering is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its arrival in Medway. The school was officially opened by the Chief Royal Engineer General Sir John Stibborn in October 1997. The School of Engineering has over 1000 students based at the Medway Campus. It offers courses in Civil, Electrical and Electronics, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Marine and Public Health Engineering together with Computer Systems Networking, Computer Engineering, Information & Communications Technologies and Mobile Communications Engineering.
University of Greenwich Student Honoured at National AimHigher Awards
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Adam Brett, a second year Physical Education & Sport degree student from the University of Greenwich, has been honoured at the first National Aimhigher Awards, which took place last week. The award was for outstanding individual contribution to the Aimhigher programme to widen participation in higher education.
New Season of Exhibitions At The Stephen Lawrence Gallery
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
The Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich kicks off a new season on Monday, October 29 with an exhibition which brings artists together with elderly people to look at ways of representing memory and experience. The exhibition, Making Memories Matter, displays a collection of memory boxes filled with photos and souvenirs, telling the stories of their creators: elderly people from Finland, Nigeria, Vietnam, India, China, Jamaica, Poland and the UK. The boxes, made from redundant ammunition cases, tell stories of immigration, evacuation and the experiences of the creators who lived through key events of the 20th century.
Centre Provides Flexible Approach to Learning
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
High quality learning facilities will be available to businesses and local people thanks to the University of Greenwich at Medway’s new Short Course Centre. The centre, based at the Chatham Maritime campus, has been established to provide a teaching environment designed to meet a range of needs with courses available during the day and after work.
Medway Plays Pivotal Role in New Nigerian University
Friday, September 28, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway is playing a major role in helping to establish new educational opportunities in Nigeria. Plans are well underway to build a new University at Kebbi State, in the North West region of the country and the skills and knowledge available in Medway is being used in the process.
Internet gambling raising the stakes for vulnerable women
Thursday, September 27, 2007
A reluctance to admit to gambling excessively is masking a growing problem among women, according to a University of Greenwich expert. Professor Roslyn Corney, from the Department of Psychology and Counselling in the School of Health & Social Care, is sceptical about the recent Gambling Commission report which claimed there has been no significant rise in the number of problem gamblers over the last eight years.
Medway Campus Honoured for Heritage Role
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Universities at Medway’s multi-million pound campus has been rewarded for the part it has played in the region’s economic and cultural life. The campus at Chatham Maritime – which is shared between Greenwich, Kent and Canterbury Christ Church universities, as well as Mid-Kent College – received a ‘highly commended’ rating by judges at the inaugural Regeneration and Renewal awards.
Entrepreneurs In Creative Industries Get Ahead With The University of Greenwich
Thursday, September 20, 2007
People starting their own business in fields like music, art, media and design are finding success with the Upstart programme at the University of Greenwich. And now there is another opportunity to sign up for the ten-week, one evening a week, course. The next one, called Creative Commerce, starts on 9 October. “The course helped springboard my enterprise and gave me confidence to pursue it as a business as well as a creative venture,” says Julia Alvarez. She runs the art gallery ‘Bearspace’ in Deptford and has gone on to open a second gallery. Sales have increased tenfold.
New Medway Chair of Manufacturing Engineering to Give Inaugural Lecture
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Professor James Gao, Medway Chair of Manufacturing Engineering at the University of Greenwich at Medway, is to share his expertise in product development and global manufacturing in his inaugural lecture on Thursday October 18.
Medway Insect Research Nominated for Top Prize
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Insect expert Dr Steve Torr, from the University of Greenwich at Medway, has been short listed for a prestigious national prize. His work on controlling the tsetse fly in Africa , which spreads the fatal disease sleeping sickness, has been shortlisted for the award of Times Higher Educational Supplement Research Project of the Year.
Fab Four For Golden Boy George
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
University of Greenwich at Medway student George Newman swam his way to a stunning four gold medals and a new world record when he represented Great Britain at the World Transplant Games in Thailand. If that wasn't enough the Bio Science and Medical Physiology student from New Eltham added a further two silver medals as Team GB dominated in the pool as well as the other events taking place at the games.
Cummins Comes to Call
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
The success of the University of Greenwich at Medway in helping leading engineering firm Cummins Power Generation has been seen first hand by top executives from the company. Elizabeth Carey, Executive Director (Engineering), based at Fridley, Minnesota, led a delegation from Cummins Power Generation to meet with the team behind the university’s degree course that is helping to deliver the needs of the international engineering company.
Play Time’s Over for Summer 2007
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
The annual summer playscheme at the University of Greenwich at Medway has successfully finished its 10th year in operation. The playscheme was developed to help students at the university or parents in the local community who have children less than 11 years of age with child care in the summer break and who need to work during the summer holidays.
Universities Unveil Student Offers
Friday, September 14, 2007
New students arriving at the Universities at Medway campus from next week can look forward to enjoying an extensive series of special offers.
Explore the Old Royal Naval College with Open House London, September 15 and 16 2007
Friday, September 14, 2007
The Old Royal Naval College will be open on Saturday September 15 and Sunday 16 for tours of the historic buildings. The Greenwich Foundation will be offering a number of tours and opening Admiral’s House and the Nelson Room exhibition especially for the weekend plus visitors will be able to access those buildings nowThose now occupied by the University of Greenwich and Trinity College of Music and managed by the Greenwich Foundation.
New Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism
Thursday, September 13, 2007
The University of Greenwich is launching a one year postgraduate diploma in journalism, starting this October. Students will be trained to industry standards in a state-of-the-art multimedia newsroom, with access to a PA feed, desk top publishing and editing facilities, creating the feel of a professional working environment. They will also use the university’s digital TV studio. Course content will include news writing, Teeline shorthand, public affairs, law, digital recording and writing for the internet.
First qualification in aesthetic medicine
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
The first qualification for registered healthcare professionals in the use of cosmetic treatments such as dermal fillers and chemical denervation is launched today (Thursday, September 13). The University of Greenwich and the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) have collaborated to introduce the Graduate Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine, a nationally recognised higher education qualification.
Universities get virtual golf business out of bunker
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Citybunker, a business in the heart of Canary Wharf, has a great product: it offers virtual golf where you practice your game on the world’s most famous courses. But until recently it wasn’t pulling in the customers. Shabby premises and poor marketing left them cold.
Scheme Gives Pupils Glimpse Of Their Future
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has been working with local A-level pupils to give them a glimpse of the future and an insight into higher education life as well as the courses available to study.
Heroic Theme to Pembroke Lecture
Tuesday, September 4, 2007
The History of the Victoria Cross, Britain’s highest decoration for gallantry in the face of the enemy, is the focus of the next Pembroke Lecture, which will be given at the University of Greenwich at Medway on Wednesday, September 26.
Summer School Opens Window On Learning
Friday, August 24, 2007
A collaborative project hosted by the University of Greenwich at Medway has helped give young people who have been in care a taste of educational life.
Fun Events Aim to Inspire
Friday, August 24, 2007
Eight schools from Medway have taken part in a special science challenge designed to test their skills and knowledge through practical experiments.
Ground-Breaking PR Degrees at Greenwich
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
The University of Greenwich launches two ground-breaking degrees in Public Relations this year.
Marketing Campaign Kicks Off Clearing Season
Friday, August 17, 2007
An animated advert promoting Sports Science courses at the University of Greenwich at Medway has been shown at some of London’s top football clubs as part of an innovative marketing plan to inform potential students about what they can study.
University Enquiries Increase: Places Still Available
Friday, August 17, 2007
University Enquiries Increase: Places Still Available More than 100 staff, students and expert advisors answered calls in a special clearing centre at the University of Greenwich today, taking applications for the Medway campus in Chatham Maritime and other campuses.
New Survey Findings: A-Level Pupils Vastly Overestimate Student Loan Repayments
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
New research released today by the University of Greenwich reveals that many A-level pupils are misinformed about university tuition fees, or are unaware of the facts, which could affect important decisions about whether to enter higher education.
Ujima Sponsors Three PhD Fellows in Pioneering Development
Monday, August 13, 2007
Ujima Housing Group is proud to announce that they have awarded three PhD Fellowships in partnership with the University of Greenwich, School Of Health & Social Care at Avery Hill Campus. Ujima is the largest black-led housing association in the UK and are deeply committed to strengthening Ujima’s health and social care services through education, research and training through this pioneering scheme.
Top Tips for Clearing
Monday, August 6, 2007
August 16 is A-level results day. Many students will receive the grades they were expecting but tens of thousands who did worse, or significantly better, than predicted will enter the Clearing process.
Clearing The Way
Monday, August 6, 2007
The Clearing process can seem daunting for those involved but expert help is at hand for callers to the University of Greenwich’s free telephone hotline.
Pfizer Head Awarded Honorary Degree
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Annette Doherty, Senior Vice-President, Pfizer Global Research & Development and Director of Pfizer Sandwich Laboratories in Kent has been given an honorary degree by the University of Greenwich.
Medway Campus Guide Shows the Way to University
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has made sure prospective students have all their information they need ahead of A-level results day on August 16, by distributing more than 300,000 brochures to homes and schools.
Protect The Strawberries
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Outstanding examples of applied research and commercial activity receive new University of Greenwich Research & Enterprise Awards
Professor Iain Cumming Appointed as Head of Medway School of Pharmacy
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Professor Iain Cumming, an established figure in the international pharmaceutical industry, has been appointed as the new Head of Medway School of Pharmacy. He will also hold the prestigious title of Pfizer Chair of Pharmacy.
Transplant Swimmer Is Aiming To Repeat Golden Touch
Thursday, July 26, 2007
University of Greenwich at Medway student George Newman will head to Thailand in August determined to repeat his previous gold-medal winning achievements representing Great Britain at the World Transplant Games.
Medway Based Organisation Teams Up With Twin in Global Food Project
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway's Natural Resources Institute (NRI) has teamed up with other educational establishments around the globe, to help people in the Lebanon learn more about food production.
If You Ever Want A Job, Call Me
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
“If you ever want a job, call me…” That’s what one architecture student found written on a business card, pinned to her degree show.
John Sorrell Awarded Honorary Degree
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
John Sorrell, Chairman of the Commission for Architecture & Built Environment (CABE), the Sorrell Foundation and London Design Festival, was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Design (HonDDes) by the University of Greenwich on Monday, July 16, 2007.
First Students Graduate From Medway School of Pharmacy
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Medway School of Pharmacy, an innovative joint project between the universities of Greenwich and Kent, held its first awards ceremony on Friday July 13 in the Pilkington Building on the Universities at Medway Campus.
Paddy Ashdown Receives Honorary Degree from University of Greenwich
Thursday, July 19, 2007
The University of Greenwich awarded an honorary degree to Paddy Ashdown today in recognition of his “huge achievements”.
The O2 gets boost from University of Greenwich students
Friday, July 13, 2007
When the marketing team at AEG, the company that runs The O2, needed extra hands they turned to the University of Greenwich and got exactly what they wanted.
New Evening Course Folkestone
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Anyone interested in cultural regeneration will find a new course running at the University Centre Folkstone valuable.
Top Prize for Greenwich Student in Sustainable Communities Award
Thursday, July 5, 2007
A University of Greenwich student has won a top prize in a new national awards scheme which champions bright ideas for creating better places.
Replacement Plaque Commemorates First World War Tragedy
Thursday, July 5, 2007
The Royal Naval Association has presented the Drill Hall Library at the Universities at Medway with a plaque marking the locations where two bombs, dropped by a German Gotha bomber during the First World War, came through the roof of the building.
Spotlight on Research: How the University of Greenwich at Medway is Helping Business
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Local businesses are invited to a Science Research Open Day at the School of Science, University of Greenwich at Medway, on Tuesday 3 July
Healthy Choice at University Open Day on Wednesday July 11
Thursday, June 28, 2007
From midwifery to psychology - a wide range of information will be available on a number of different courses when the University of Greenwich stages its Health and Social Care Open Day at the Avery Hill Campus on Wednesday, July 11.
University Welcomes Visitors to Open Day
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
The University of Greenwich will roll out the welcome mat to potential students of all ages on Saturday, June 30, when an open day is staged in their impressive campus housed in the Old Royal Naval College adjacent to the River Thames.
Chance To See Impressive Facilities at University of Greenwich at Medway Open Day
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
An opportunity to visit the University of Greenwich at Medway’s impressive campus, with its mix of architectural heritage and modern facilities, will be available to potential students of all ages at a special open day on Saturday, July 7 2007.
UMSA Pair Face a Mountainous Challenge
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Two Universities at Medway Students’ Association (UMSA) staff members have set themselves a steep challenge by attempting to climb the three highest mountains in Britain in just 24 hours.
Medway Organisation with Global Influence
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
A pioneering organisation based in Kent, which has been assisting developing countries around the world for more than a century, and is now part of the University of Greenwich, will be the subject of a talk being held at Chatham Maritime at 7pm, on Wednesday, July 18 2007.
Family and Community History Workshop
Friday, June 22, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway is hosting a Family and Community History workshop on Saturday June 30.
Universities Seal Their Commitment to New University Centre Folkestone
Thursday, June 21, 2007
The Universities of Greenwich and Canterbury Christ Church signed a joint venture agreement at the new University Centre Folkestone on Monday June 18. The document cements both universities’ commitment to work in partnership to deliver a range of degree programmes from the University Centre Folkestone and offer higher education in a town where many school leavers, young people and adults may not have considered higher education as an option.
Universities Have Key Role in Improving Local Services Says University of Greenwich’s New Professor
Friday, June 15, 2007
Derek Gardiner, Visiting Professor in Health and Social Care at the University of Greenwich, will say in his inaugural lecture on Thursday 21 June that universities can help public services like the NHS to deliver “what local people need and want”.
University of Greenwich Lecturer has Drawings in Royal Academy Summer Exhibition
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Architect and interior designer Jeffrey James, who teaches architectural design at the University of Greenwich, has had two charcoal drawings accepted by the Royal Academy for what is considered one of the year’s art highlights, the Summer Exhibition.
Training for New Entrepreneurs in the Creative Industries
Thursday, June 7, 2007
The University of Greenwich is running a summer course on how to start a business in the creative industries.
University Offers Kent’s Top Judo Performers Expert Advice
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has pledged support to some of Kent’s top athletes in a new partnership with Dartford Judo Club.
Fire Expert Gives University of Greenwich Annual Lecture
Monday, June 4, 2007
In the event of a fire, would you get out in time? That’s the question to be posed by Professor Ed Galea who is giving the University of Greenwich Annual Lecture on Monday, June 25 at 6pm.
First Medway Boat Race Pulls in the Crowds
Friday, June 1, 2007
First Medway Boat Race pulls in the crowds Greenwich and Kent universities shared the spoils – and the silverware – at the inaugural Universities at Medway Boat Race on Saturday (26 May).
Boost for Science at Medway
Friday, June 1, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has announced that it is to expand its specialist staffing in the School of Science, which has advertised six new posts.
University Centre Folkestone Joins Forces with Folkestone Public Library
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
The University of Greenwich and Canterbury Christ Church University today announced that all University Centre Folkestone students will automatically become members of Folkestone Public Library.
Chelsea - Top Awards
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Three University of Greenwich graduates have had outstanding successes at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show.
Take a Glimpse Into University Life with Free Summer Courses
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
The opportunity to experience a taste of higher education life, enhance career prospects or develop essential study skills is on offer for free this summer at the University of Greenwich.
Places on Summer Play Scheme
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Bookings are now being taken for the popular summer play scheme at the University of Greenwich at Medway.
Jobs Boost for Medway
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Atkins, the design and engineering consultancy, is to fund a second academic post at the University of Greenwich at Medway. The initiative is part of a five-year, £700,000 sponsorship deal with the university, agreed last year, which is helping to boost the region’s role as a centre of expertise in civil engineering.
Olympian to Open Medway Boat Race
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Champion rower Alison Mowbray is lending a touch of Olympic class to the Universities at Medway Boat Race.
Press Statement on Cutty Sark Fire
Monday, May 21, 2007
The University of Greenwich is working in an ongoing partnership with the Cutty Sark Trust to help conserve the ship.
University researchers are making software predictions to ensure the Cutty Sark is dismantled and restored in the safest possible way, and are working on two new projects with the Trust, to help conserve the vessel for the next 50 years, and discover why it was such a fast ship.
University of Greenwich Shares Health Lessons with US
Monday, May 21, 2007
This summer, 30 students and two professors from the University of Washington, Seattle, will be here in Greenwich to see what lessons they can take back to the US, particularly on developing health care that meets the needs of African Americans.
Young Chemists Rise to University Challenges
Friday, May 18, 2007
Nine Kent schools took part in a fun-filled day at the Salters' Festival of Chemistry held at the University of Greenwich at Medway on Tuesday (May 15).
International meeting of agricultural experts sets agenda for 2025 in face of growing hunger and climate change
Tuesday, May 8, 2007
An international meeting organised by the Natural Resources Institute (NRI) of the University of Greenwich will urgently argue for a new role for European agricultural research in the face of growing hunger and poverty because of climate change and environmental degradation.
University of Greenwich student wins Recognition Day award
Thursday, May 3, 2007
University of Greenwich student Lauren Algeo has won an award for her design to celebrate Recognition Day, the day to let people know we appreciate them.
Top Marks for Medway from Higher Education Minister
Thursday, May 3, 2007
The role of the Universities at Medway in widening access to higher education has won warm praise from Higher Education Minister Bill Rammell.
University Centre Folkestone Open Day
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Local people are invited to attend the new University Centre Folkestone’s Open Day on Thursday 10th May 2007 to find out more about the new courses and facilities that will be available when the Campus opens later this year.
New Research on Student Nurses
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
Nearly half of student nurses in the south east of England surveyed by the University of Greenwich have been verbally abused while on their work experience placements, according to new research being presented at the Royal College of Nursing’s 2007 International Research Conference in Dundee.
Carbon8 Scoops Kent Innovation Challenge Award
Tuesday, May 1, 2007
Carbon8 Systems Ltd, a major spin-out company from the University of Greenwich, has scooped the prestigious Kent Innovation Challenge.
Young Scientists Tackle Hot Topics at Revision Clubs
Friday, April 27, 2007
Experiments with dry ice and attempts to burn money have been proving popular at an after-school science club for pupils from two Gravesend schools organised by the University of Greenwich at Medway.
Climate Change: Getting the Facts Right
Friday, April 27, 2007
A professor at the University of Greenwich is one of the experts who have contributed to the world’s most definitive report on climate change. Professor John Morton, a specialist on the impact of climate on poor farmers in developing countries, is a lead author for ‘Climate Change 2007’, the UN’s authoritative report that takes six years to write.
Artist Unveils Boat Race Trophies
Thursday, April 26, 2007
The first Universities at Medway boat race is just a month away – and students are now ‘up for the cup’ thanks to the work of a renowned local artist. Chatham-based Paula Groves has created two eye-catching trophies for the inaugural race, which is taking place on Saturday 26 May.
Higher Education Minister Heads for Medway
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Higher Education Minister Bill Rammell will visit the Universities at Medway campus at Chatham Maritime later this month to perform the official opening ceremony for one of its buildings. The MP, who is Minister of State for Lifelong Learning, Higher and Further Education, will open the newly-refurbished Pilkington Building on Monday 30 April.
Greenwich Alive!
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
The University of Greenwich is taking part in Greenwich Alive!, a multi-arts programme of events that celebrates the contemporary and classical mix of Greenwich. Launching in June this year the event has particular resonance as 2007 marks the 10th anniversary of Greenwich being awarded World Heritage Site status.
Greenwich Hospital Provides New Student Bursary for University of Greenwich Students
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
Greenwich Hospital is funding a new bursary scheme for students at the University of Greenwich. The charity is to provide three annual bursaries of £3,000 for students in need of financial assistance whose parents are serving or former ratings of the Royal Navy or Royal Marines.
£1.5 Million for New Science Labs at University of Greenwich at Medway
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
The CBI (South East) has praised the University of Greenwich at Medway for its decision to create new, state-of-the-art, science facilities in the region. The university has invested £1.5 million in new laboratories, backed by a grant from the Higher Education Funding Council for England. Building work is expected to start soon on the university’s campus at Chatham Maritime, and the new facilities are expected to open in September.
New Exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery
Friday, March 30, 2007
John Goto’s new exhibition is the latest work to be displayed in the Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich. New World Circus plays with drama, irony and illusion, using modern technology to manipulate images and create spectacular events.
Up, Up and Away for Aviation Lecture
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Magnificent men and their flying machines and how they came to the Isle of Sheppey will be the theme of a special evening talk to be held at the University of Greenwich at Medway on Wednesday, April 11.
Red Nose Mania
Monday, March 19, 2007
Students and staff rose to the challenge to “do something a bit silly” on 16 March, the day the country comes together to tackle poverty.
Applications Boost for University of Greenwich at Medway
Friday, March 16, 2007
Medway is an increasingly popular student destination according to the University of Greenwich at Medway where applications for places have reached record levels. Nearly 2,400 prospective home undergraduates applied to study full time at the university’s attractive campus at Chatham Maritime – up nearly 5% overall. In recent years, the University of Greenwich has more than doubled its student numbers at Medway and plans to expand even further in the future.
Greenwich is Growing: 19 New Jobs Advertised at University
Friday, March 16, 2007
For the second year running, the University of Greenwich has made a substantial investment in new academic posts. Nineteen new jobs have been advertised this week, under the strapline: “We’re Growing Greenwich”. The new jobs are on top of 16 new appointments made in 2006 and the move is part of an ongoing programme of improvements which also includes additional funding for equipment and buildings
University of Greenwich Runs Harry Potter Fun Day for Local School Children
Friday, March 16, 2007
Pupils from Bexleyheath School aged 12 and 13 took part in a Harry Potter Fun Day at the University of Greenwich’s Avery Hill campus on Wednesday March 7. The event for around 80 pupils was organised by the University of Greenwich’s Access & Widening Participation Unit and was aimed at introducing schoolchildren to their local university.
Student Volunteers Make Time to Maximise Job Skills
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Students at the University of Greenwich have been encouraging each other to volunteer for projects that will not only help other people and organisations but also give them a strong competitive edge in the jobs market when they graduate.
Record Funding for University of Greenwich at Medway
Thursday, March 8, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway is to receive a triple boost in funding next year, as it has won record sums to increase student numbers, invest in research, and protect its science departments. The financial increases have been announced by the Higher Education Funding Council for England.
Flight From History
Thursday, March 8, 2007
Penelope Corfield launches her new book Time and the Shape of History with a lecture considering why there has been a flight from studying history over the longer term. Professor Corfield, of Royal Holloway, University of London, will outline an alternative approach.
Universities lay down Boat Race challenge
Thursday, March 8, 2007
Students aim to row themselves into the history books by taking part in the first Universities at Medway boat race. The race, due to take place on Saturday 26 May, will see teams from the universities of Greenwich, Kent and Canterbury Christ Church battle it out to become heads of the river in Medway.
Medway Council and university sign up to help the elderly
Monday, March 5, 2007
The seal was set on a groundbreaking partnership between the University of Greenwich and Medway Council by their recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Launch of £3.85million Lifelong Learning Project
Thursday, March 1, 2007
A £3.85 million programme to help thousands of people in the region to gain new skills and progress into higher education is to be launched next week (Thursday, March 15). The Kent & Medway Lifelong Learning Network will encourage local people to take advantage of vocational and work-based courses to improve their skills and get better jobs. A partnership of 11 higher and further education institutions it also includes other key regional partners.
Testing the World's Concrete
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
The University of Greenwich’s concrete testing service, known for ensuring the quality of products used in the Channel Tunnel Rail Link, has opened a new facility to test giant slabs.
Tuition Fees to Stay Low at University of Greenwich
Monday, February 26, 2007
The University of Greenwich is to maintain its distinctive position on variable tuition fees in 2007/8. It will increase its fee only by inflation, charging £2,560 for honours degrees next year, well below the £3,070 annual maximum permitted by government.
Book Now for Woolwich Drama Festival 8 - 17 March!
Monday, February 26, 2007
The University of Greenwich presents ten days of contemporary and traditional theatre starting Thursday 8 March at its new studio at the Old Baths in Woolwich. Full listings details below.
New Exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery
Friday, February 23, 2007
Albanian artist Genc Mulliqi has a new exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich, in partnership with Greenwich Community College.
Big Band to Celebrate Centenary
Thursday, February 22, 2007
One hundred years of teaching at the Avery Hill campus of the University of Greenwich will be celebrated with a big band concert on Monday, March 19, 2007.
Student News Team Create a Splash on Campus
Thursday, February 22, 2007
A group of Universities at Medway students have been busy making the news - by launching their own newspaper. The publication, called Pulp, is a first for the Medway campus - shared between Kent, Greenwich and Canterbury Christ Church universities, plus Mid-Kent College - and is aimed at all students studying there.
High Degree of Confidence in Engineering Courses
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Fifteen engineering courses at the University of Greenwich at Medway have been given a major vote of confidence by The Institution of Engineering and Technology. The courses include degree programmes in mechanical, marine, electrical, electronic, software and computer systems engineering as well as a special foundation year course for students without standard qualifications wishing to train as engineers.
Talk Will Give a Window Into The Future
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Shaping the future of the Thames Gateway will be the hot topic when Sir Terry Farrell delivers the first of the University of Greenwich at Medway’s Pembroke Lectures for 2007.
HRH The Princess Royal Visits University of Greenwich for Student Workshop on Logistics and Transport
Monday, February 19, 2007
HRH The Princess Royal visited the University of Greenwich last week to attend a student workshop on logistics, transport and supply chain management. Her Royal Highness is patron of The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (UK) – CILT(UK) - whose London Region organised the conference.
National Honour for Medway Campus
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Universities at Medway’s multi-million-pound campus at Chatham Maritime has achieved another top honour. The campus – which is shared between Greenwich, Kent and Canterbury Christ Church universities, plus Mid-Kent College – received a highly-prized commendation at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) awards.
Inaugural Lecture Puts Civil Concerns at the Heart of Engineering
Monday, February 12, 2007
Professor Chun-Qing Li, the first Atkins Chair of Civil Engineering at the University of Greenwich at Medway, will present his inaugural lecture on Thursday, March 8. Professor Li will be officially welcomed by Baroness Blackstone, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Greenwich.
Races Will Provide Chance for Scientific Research
Friday, February 9, 2007
Sports scientists from the University of Greenwich at Medway are hoping that physical data obtained from elite level athletes competing in two handcycling events later this summer will provide important research information and raise the profile of disability sport.
University Bid to Tackle Contaminated Land
Friday, February 9, 2007
More than 60 landowners, developers and waste experts attended a workshop at the University of Greenwich at Medway yesterday to discuss the need to develop new solutions for cleaning up contaminated land.
Mayor Keeps Her Pulse on Education in Medway
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
The Mayor of Medway, Councillor Angela Prodger, takes the pulse of robotic patient ‘Sim Man’ supervised by Harminder Deol and Buge Apampa from Medway School of Pharmacy, a joint initiative by the University of Kent and the University of Greenwich, during a visit to the Universities at Medway campus.
Graduates Earn More Says New Report
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
The University of Greenwich at Medway has welcomed a new report which shows that graduates earn approximately £160,000 (or 20% and 25%) more than those with two or more A-levels, according to a new report from Universities UK.
University Centre Folkestone Invites Public to First Open Day
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
Folkestone, a town where many school leavers, young people and adults may not have considered higher education as an option, will soon have higher education on its doorstep thanks to the launch of the new University Centre Folkestone. Local people are invited to attend University Centre Folkestone’s first ever Open Day on Saturday 24th February.
Curtains Raise on Woolwich Drama Festival
Friday, February 2, 2007
A new drama festival launches at Woolwich Old Baths next month. Students at the University of Greenwich are organising 10 days of theatre and workshops at their newly opened studio built in the old swimming pools next to the library.
University Welcomes Local Historians to Open Seminars
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
History enthusiasts are invited to attend a series of open seminars being staged by the University of Greenwich designed to broaden an understanding of the theory and practice of local history research and to celebrate the bi-centenary of the abolition of slavery.
Seminar to Celebrate Black History in Medway
Monday, January 29, 2007
The contribution black people have made to the history and development of Medway will be celebrated in a University of Greenwich History Research Seminar on Tuesday, January 30.
University of Greenwich Offers Businesses Rapid Prototyping Facility
Friday, January 26, 2007
Imagine a machine where you could pop in a unique object, like your child’s first clay model or an antique ornament, and get an exact copy back. Sounds too good to be true? It’s achievable and cheap, and happening at the University of Greenwich. Engineering staff are using the new technology to revolutionise the way new products are brought to market.
New Exhibition at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery
Monday, January 22, 2007
The exhibition, 'A Decision to Love' by Brian Hand, focuses on the Suffragette Derby of 1913, in which Emily Davison fatally disrupted the race by attempting to pin a suffragette tricolour on the King’s racehorse at Tattenham Corner, and is the latest installation at the Stephen Lawrence Gallery at the University of Greenwich.
University of Greenwich Trains Salon Managers for Success
Friday, January 19, 2007
The University of Greenwich has teamed up with top hairdressers L’Oreal to offer a new Foundation Degree in Salon Management with Bexley College, the first in the UK to focus solely on the business aspects of the hairdressing industry.
'Strictly Come Dancing' Star Tangos with Staff from University of Greenwich at Medway
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Ballroom dancing champion Erin Boag hot-footed it to Medway recently to visit the University of Greenwich. The winner of BBC TV’s Christmas “Strictly Come Dancing” attended the annual staff meeting and party of the School of Science, as the guest of its head, Dr John Newbery, who is a personal friend and keen amateur dancer.