9 June 2021, 12:30-13:30, online – register here
Shift Learning and the Newcastle University Policy Academy Alumni and collaborators explore the experiences of policy engagement among staff working in Higher Education and allied industries. This research is co-designed with sector stakeholders and the results will inform sector-wide actions. The report and findings will be launched at an online event exploring professional support staff and technicians’ engagement with policy initiatives across UK higher education.
Agenda and more information about the project and the launch event here
HE policy update w/e 23rd June 2017










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