FES Research Symposium
In June, the Faculty of Engineering and Science held its annual Faculty Research Symposium. The Symposium served as a platform to highlight the invaluable contributions of the faculty's Early Career Researchers, alongside an engaging "Women in FES Research" panel discussion. This included a talk from keynote speaker Dr Shini Somara, whose candid insights shed light on the unique challenges faced by women in the realm of STEM.
ISE Conference participation
The University of Greenwich participated in a panel discussion alongside representatives from Forage and Clifford Chance at the ISE (Institute of Student Employers) Conference in Manchester, where they provided insights on social mobility in higher education.
The collaboration between employers and institutions of higher education is imperative in order to facilitate a smooth transition for students from the learning phase to the earning phase. It is crucial that these supportive activities are integrated into the curriculum. We are pleased to add that University of Greenwich is a pioneer in incorporating those activities within the curriculum.
Well done to Raluca Marinciu for participating in this panel discussion and representing the university.
Charlotte Jeavons receives FPH award
In June, Charlotte Jeavons was awarded Honorary Membership of the Royal College of Physician's (RCP) Faculty of Public Health, a prestigious award in the field of public health. She was nominated, seconded and elected for this award, which is given to those who have made a sustained and significant contribution to public health.
Congratulations on this notable achievement, Charlotte!
Greenwich student Hasnan Ali wins two elite Box Cups
Well done to Hasnan Ali, who is currently studying Accounting and Finance at the university, for winning the Elite Capital Boxcup and the Haringey Box Cup Cruiserweight 2023, both within the span of seven days.
The Haringey Box Cup has entrants from across the country and Europe. Congratulations Hasnan on becoming the Elite Capital Cup and Haringey Box Cup Cruiserweight Champion 2023!
AGCAS Award win for Employability & Apprenticeships Directorate
We are pleased to announce that the University of Greenwich (Employability & Apprenticeships Directorate) has won in collaboration the "AGCAS Award for Excellence 2023: Building Effective Partnerships Award" for the creation of Virtual Career Fair Toolkit to support students and graduates from groups which are traditionally underrepresented in higher education to develop skills, build confidence in communicating with employers, and create networks that will support them in obtaining employment.
Libby Turner (Employer Engagement Advisor) is the University of Greenwich representative who is in charge of the initiative. Congratulations to Libby on her achievement.
Greenwich in the Media
- Professor Derek Moore and some of our amazing healthcare students were shown in a piece on Sky News TV. The piece was also covered on the Sky News website.
- A new project, led by Dr Amit Patel, that will look at the impact of record stores and black music has had on society was announced by music press
- News of financial trouble at Thames Water has been widespread. David Hall has spoken across the national press including the I (print edition), FT, BBC Radio 4, every regional BBC radio station and LBC. Listen to the Today Programme here from 18mins to hear David.
- News of a major new joint project with Greenwich and Cranfield university that will look at plane evacuation behaviour was covered by the BBC website. Professor Ed Galea will lead the Greenwich elements of the project.
- A study led by Professor Paul McCrone looking into the cost effectiveness of alternate depression treatments was covered by the Daily Express (print) and Pharma trade press
- A study that revealed the enormous impact of our partner Charlton Athletic Community Trust (CACT) was covered by sector press
- Dr David Luke was interviewed on LBC last Sunday discussing the effectiveness of alternative treatments for mental health issues. Listen here from 02:11:00
- Rania Hafez once again was asked to review the day’s papers on BBC Radio London, something she does regularly. Listen here from 01:45:00
