Modern universities as placemakers
Staying local to go far
Research report: Staying local to go far: modern universities as placemakers
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MillionPlus publication shows that universities are vital local actors
Part of its ongoing Placemakers campaign, a new publication issued today uses case studies to highlight the effective ways that MillionPlus affiliated modern universities invest and work with local business, councils and Trusts, to drive forward change and, ultimately, improve the quality of life for students and local citizens.
Read moreProf. Martin Jones: An open letter to the Prime Minister The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak
Staffordshire University Vice-Chancellor Professor Martin Jones has written an open letter to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. First published in the Stoke Sentinel, the letter has since been posted on LinkedIn.
Read moreHEPI blog – We need our brilliant modern universities to tackle the big issues of the future says Rachel Hewitt
As featured in a blog post on the HEPI website today (04 July), Rachel Hewitt, CEO of MillionPus, reflects on the diverse nature of HE and why modern universities are key to addressing the big issues of the future.
Read moreUniversity of East London highlights Staying Local to Go Far
The University of East London has added a Placemakers section to its website, highlighting the institution's appearance in the report and numerous case studies on the role UEL plays in its locality and in the lives of its students.
Read moreKey role for Sunderland in levelling up agenda, says Vice-Chancellor
Vice-Chancellor, Sir David Bell, has said the University of Sunderland “is a great example of a modern university that is central to the government’s aspiration to level up the country”.
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