[Postgrad] FW: Inside Strathclyde | 8 April 2025

Michaela Graham michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk
Tue Apr 8 13:42:21 BST 2025


From: Corporate Communications <corporatecommunications at comms.strath.ac.uk>
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To: Michaela Graham <michaela.graham at strath.ac.uk>
Subject: Inside Strathclyde | 8 April 2025

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8 April 2025

Strathclyde appoints new Principal & Vice-Chancellor<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1lvc1yfh6hkw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139365>


[Stephen McArthur]



The University has appointed Professor Stephen McArthur as its new Principal & Vice-Chancellor.



Professor McArthur, currently Associate Principal and Executive Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, will take over the role from Professor Sir Jim McDonald when he steps down on 31 August.

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Strathclyde Medals 2025 <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1i6qiibyi2ow5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139365>
Nominations open until 30 April 


[Strathclyde Medals 2024]



We are committed to ensuring our Values remain authentic and credible, guiding how we treat others, how we expect to be treated, and how we make decisions. These Values are the foundation of our actions, shaping a positive and respectful environment for everyone. 



This year, we are looking for nominations for colleagues who have shown excellence in these Values, within a number of themed categories.

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Calls to action



Strath Union Opening Times<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/z7p0b1ufx1mw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139368>
Updates ahead of Easter


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Please note these updates to opening times for the following venues at 51 Richmond Street ahead of Easter:
·     The Terrace will open from 3pm from  7 - 17 April (inclusive)
·     Terrace Takeaway and the kitchen will be closed from 7 - 21 April (inclusive)

All venues and services at the Union will be closed on 18, 19 and 21 April, reopening on 22 April.

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New mandatory sexual harassment training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1o1g7st6mptw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139368>
To be completed by Friday 30 May


[Safe360 logo]Safe360° means incorporating safety in every area of University life and the new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023, which came into force last October, places a positive and proactive legal obligation on all employers to take reasonable steps to protect our colleagues from sexual harassment during their employment.



The University has introduced a mandatory annual e-learning module<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/977ewar8l1uw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=31139368> – Recognising Sexual Harassment to be completed by all employees by Friday 30 May and thereafter on an annual basis.



Guidance for managers on how to support colleagues and manage any complaints received effectively is also available via the e-learning module and the People Hub<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/jn68y70b2n8w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=31139368>.

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Race Equality Staff Network Book Club<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/13s6ihilmw6w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139368>
First book will be 'Things Fall Apart' by Chinua Achebe


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/7e/3befa3a16c7b98f07448f2.jpg]This month marks the launch of the Race Equality Staff Network Book Club.



The Book Club will take place every other month, alternating with the regular RESN meetings.



The Network will meet to discuss the novel at the RESN meeting on 12 June, 1 - 2pm.



All staff are welcome to this space where the Network will be discussing short novels, poetry, essays, and more themed around race, identity and heritage.

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Spaces available for an upcoming recording of 'Live from the UK' <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/16s2k4uogf0w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139368>
Monday 21 April, The Stand Comedy Club Glasgow


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ae/8d453c4b309686d7e6fb5b.png]Staff members have the opportunity to sign-up to be an audience member of an upcoming recording of 'Live from the UK', which is happening at The Stand Comedy Club on Monday 21 April, hosted by Angela Barnes.



This is a free ticketed event, so staff members can apply for tickets at the link below.

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Form closes on Friday 11 April


[Vending machines in the Learning & Teaching Building]



As Strathclyde's Catering Services Department prepares to renew the University's vending machine contract, they invite you to share your feedback and input on your requirements.



Your suggestions will help the team ensure that the new contract meets the needs of students, staff and visitors across campus as well as possible.

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IT Notices


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Submit a service request no later than Friday 30 May 2025


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/28/2a93c527cee2c97ab750a4.png]Information Services (ISD) are preparing for the delivery of central student computing for the next academic year.



You must tell us now if you require any specialist software installed in centrally-managed student computing environments for 2025-26.

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Strathclyde people



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New video format


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/a1/b3ece64b857c4c6d27eb7f.jpg]Dr Kirsty Annand is the Head of PGR Enhancement and Development, having recently joined Strathclyde in December 2024.



Learn more about her role, her biggest challenges and what Strathclyde means to her in this new video format of 60 seconds.

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DFN Project SEARCH<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/u7ktw1av597w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=32779908>
How being a ‘buddy’ can further your professional development


[Donna-Maria Bowers]



Each year DFN Project SEARCH, which is now open for applications, provides work placements for young people with autism or a learning disability so they can develop their skills and become ready for work.



Strathclyde staff play an important role in the programme’s success – by being a ‘buddy’ you can provide vital support to help an intern reach their employability goal as well as developing skills which benefit your own career development.



In new video interviews, buddy Donna-Maria Bowers (pictured) from the Catering Team and her former intern Andrew tell us about their experience of the programme.

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Teaching Excellence Award nominations<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/o994g0topblw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=32779908>
View the full list now


[Teaching Excellence Awards]



The team at Strath Union would like to thank staff for their support with the Teaching Excellence awards this year. There were over 500 nominations from Strathclyde students.



The full list of nominees in each category is live on the Strath Union website and invitations will be sent out in the coming weeks.



Congratulations to all the colleagues nominated – the winners will be announced at a ceremony on Tuesday 20 May.

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Visiting Professorship announced for Telecoms expert<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ob0y6u6zkf3w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=32779908>
"A truly internationally respected figure by governments, regulators and industry"


[Professor H Sama Nwana]One of the UK’s foremost telecoms experts has been appointed as a Visiting Professor of the University of Strathclyde.



Professor H Sama Nwana, who was formerly Group Director of Ofcom, the UK regulatory body for the communications industry, will be hosted by the StrathSDR (Strathclyde Software-defined Radio) team within the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering.

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Celebrating success


Strathclyde shortlisted in WhatUni Student Choice awards<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/waus69nllfvw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=33848275>
The winners will be announced on 21 May


[WUSCA 2025 logo]



Strathclyde has been nominated for four awards in the annual Whatuni Student Choice Awards<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1nj3mh1j4aew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=33848275> (WUSCA), including for University of the Year.



The University is also shortlisted in the Halls and Student Accommodation and Student Life categories, while StrathUnion has been shortlisted for Student Union of the Year.



WUSCA is the only Higher Education awards ceremony in the UK where institutions are solely judged and reviewed by students.

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Wellbeing Matters


New Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/pd7ht03qau9w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=34138779>


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The University has a new Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provider – Optima Health, replacing our previous arrangement with PAM Assist.



Our goal is to ensure that you have access to the resources you need to support your mental and emotional wellbeing and this new partnership offers a broader range of dedicated wellbeing, counselling and mental health support.

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Strathclyde's Spring Step Count Challenge returns<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/10rcawob1v0w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=34138779>
Register your team by 28 April


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/e3/d65e61d05c4f33974cb400.jpg]Once again, we are teaming up with Paths for All<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/9nm1fmu64jew5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=34138779> and Sustainable Strathclyde<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/17ez1wzbe9gw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=34138779> for the eight-week Spring Step Count Challenge, running from 5 May – 29 June.



Strathclyde has secured 60 team spaces for the challenge, which is open to all staff and is designed to help people walk more during the work or study day by logging our steps in teams of five.



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Spotlight on


Glasgow parents and researchers travel to Global Bike Bus Summit in Worcester<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/cas8aaw19ogw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=34069037>


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On 10 - 11 April, Worcester will host the World Bike Bus Summit in 2025, with leaders from cycling communities in North America, Europe and across the UK convening to amplify and drive independent mobility for children cycling to school.



Researchers from Strathclyde will also travel as part of on-going bike bus research happening out of the city centre campus.

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Events


Easter Staff Night In<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/9zik9kn07wyw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=32709029>
Thursday 17 April, from 4pm, Strath Union


[Strath Union Terrace]



Terrace – Madchester night

6pm – DJ Phil, 90s indie and Britpop

8 - 10pm – Oasis tribute band

10pm – 90s 'heaven and hell' DJ set



Terrace bar

5.30pm – Staff big quiz

10pm – Karaoke and DJ set

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In the news


Researchers awarded £1.8M to improve job retention for disabled workers<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/89fy4skrwe0w5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139333>
Multi-disciplinary, cross-institutional team headed by Strathclyde Business School’s Professor Adam Whitworth


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A project to investigate whether ‘job crafting’ can help disabled workers stay in employment has been award a grant of £1.8M from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

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Innovation Accelerator fuels Glasgow City Region’s fintech future<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/v5hzef5j0wzw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139333>
FRIL is shaping the future of regulatory responsible innovation


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Led by FinTech Scotland in partnership with Universities of Strathclyde and Glasgow, FRIL is delivering pioneering advances in artificial intelligence and accelerating innovation that helps protect people from financial crime.

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Strathclyde Named Official Women’s Performance Partner for Glasgow Warriors<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/bvnix6x61mtw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139333>


[Strathclyde Named Official Women’s Performance Partner for Glasgow Warriors]



The University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Warriors have further strengthened their long-term relationship, with the University becoming the rugby union club's Official Women's Performance Partner.



As well as Glasgow Warriors Women competing with the University’s logo on their playing shirts, the evolution of the partnerships sees the recruitment of Ciera Campbell as Head Coach of the University Women’s Rugby team.



Pictured L-R: Gary Strain, Strathclyde's Director of Rugby, Ciera Campbell and Aisha Zameer, Head Coach and Co-Captain of Strathclyde's Women’s Rugby Team, Lindsey Smith, Head Coach of Glasgow Warriors and Neil Brown, Strathclyde's Director of Sport and Active Health.

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Pets make more 'purr-suasive' social media influencers than people<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/nskfx6rrwymw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139333>
Lead researcher Dr Laura Lavertu, Strathclyde Lecturer in Marketing


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As a nation of animal lovers our four-legged friends are increasingly popular on social media, with some becoming influencers with millions of followers.



A new study suggests that 'petfluencers' may have a surprising edge over their human counterparts when it comes to trustworthiness.

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Making headlines




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Media round up<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/14hps7xx0bbw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31355827>


Commentary from our experts on US tariffs, skills for workers in the hospitality sector and national elections in Africa.

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[Professor Sudipta Roy at the Venus Awards]<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jly989sdnxw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=3&p=65415805&t=31355827>

Strathclyders<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1jly989sdnxw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31355827>


The latest alumni news and Professor Sudipta Roy, Chemical & Process Engineering has received a lifetime achievement award.

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Knowledge Exchange and funding opportunities


Last chance to apply: Funding and support for your research<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1ly4suvxp1ww5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31355932>
Applications close 30 April 2025


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/b8/d54cf6c57535292d88e48b.png]Time is running out to apply for the Collaborative Cultures Funding Call 2: Equitable and Interdisciplinary Collaboration to Address Global Challenges — don’t miss your opportunity to secure up to £5,000 in seed funding and expert mentoring to help take your research further.



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Staff development


Project Management Course<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/blm4yvebbu9w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Online course


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The Programme Management Office (PMO) have added new content to the ‘Introduction to Project Management’ online course.



Several new cases studies have been added from recently completed University projects and programmes, including the Cloud Transformation programme, the Digital Accessibility project and the Student Module Evaluation project.

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Strathclyde Experience Sessions: “Decolonising the Curriculum”<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ofa1y7l9409w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Workshops for staff and PGR students


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/92/45cd4f28a17ba76cb3c1ba.png]The next set of “Decolonising the Curriculum” (DtC) workshops will showcase the range of work already happening at Strathclyde, particularly within the faculties of Science, HaSS, and SBS. Participants will also learn about the Strath Union-led Strath Decolonial Academy.



These sessions will explore how staff and students can collaborate, share best practices, and support one another in embedding decolonial and anti-racist approaches in teaching and research. Come and develop your learning and teaching practice.

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New Miro Learning Support Guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1rd41zaeunlw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Online, on-demand learning support advice for Miro beginners


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/ab/0da303043e4b42848bf33f.png]The Programme Management Office are delighted to announce the launch of the Miro learning support guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/3ua0wwgjfpnw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=31139367> course.



It is designed to guide Miro beginners through the various training and learning support options provided by Miro.

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Standard work workshop<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/xgnicepth7xw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Next session 10 April, 9.30 -10.30am, Online


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/f0/ae6b55ef424f50bd612505.png]Standard work can often be seen as the enemy or creativity. This session sets out to debunk that myth and to identify the ‘current’ best known way of doing something.



This is an interactive workshop, delivered online, providing simple continuous improvement techniques which, when implemented, will engender success for you and your team.

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SUnBIRD training<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1ftwcdat6mgw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Available to book now


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SUnBIRD (Strathclyde University Business Intelligence Reports and Dashboards) is a web-based system available to staff and provides an easy-to-use interface for management information aligned to University strategic goals.



To help you navigate and understand what SUnBIRD has to offer, two-hour online workshop sessions are now available to book via DAT Booking<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/cajf7bt1nmdw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=5&p=65415805&t=31139367>.

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Effective Workplace Organisation<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/mddkgbec1kdw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139367>
Session on 24 April. 9.30 - 10.30am, Online


[https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/v3files/shard1/85313/38/a5217f06063d50d6a49ec5.jpg]5S Workplace Organisation training provides an introduction to 5S — a widely recognised standard to deliver an optimal workplace.



This course will give you the tools to improve your own workplace, both the physical (either at home or in the office) and your digital workplace.

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The deadline for content submissions is 2pm every Friday.
In this issue

Strathclyde appoints new Principal & Vice-Chancellor<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1lvc1yfh6hkw5sb93d38j4/external?email=true&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>


Strathclyde Medals 2025 <https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1i6qiibyi2ow5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>




Last chance to apply: Funding and support for your research<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1ly4suvxp1ww5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>




Glasgow parents and researchers travel to Global Bike Bus Summit in Worcester<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/cas8aaw19ogw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>




Project Management Course<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/blm4yvebbu9w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>


Strathclyde Experience Sessions: “Decolonising the Curriculum”<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/ofa1y7l9409w5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>


New Miro Learning Support Guidance<https://universityofstrathclyde.newsweaver.com/cvg4pnmkid/1rd41zaeunlw5sb93d38j4?email=true&lang=en&a=1&p=65415805&t=31139332>


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