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  National Student Survey 2012 - Launch
The 2012 National Student Survey will be taking place from Monday 6th February and runs until the end of April. More...
 Agresso Finance System Offline on Tuesday 14th February - 9am-1pm.
During this time nobody will be able to access the Agresso Finance system as ICT will be installing software patches. The installation of these patches will bring the Agresso Finance system up to date and will resolve known bugs in the system.
Reminder -  Take Your Next Step
Whether you want to advance your career, expand your mind or simply explore a new interest, further study can help you achieve your goal. Come along to our Postgraduate, Professional and Short Courses Open Event, Wednesday 15 February, 4-7pm, to find out about the opportunities we offer. For more information and to register visit the web pages.
 Conditioning Classes at The Performance Clinic - Oxstalls Campus Fitness Suite
Elite training at everyday prices. More...
 The Next KTP Surgery is on March 1st at Park Campus — Book your Place Now
KTPs are a fantastic way to help you work with business, providing you with opportunities to gain first-hand commercial experience. More...
 Improving our Working Lives
Following on from the Staff Perception Survey conducted in June 2011, a working group was set up to was set up review the results and to develop proposals for cross-University actions. More...
Announcement
Please click here to see an announcement from the University regarding the Institute of Education & Public Services, for information.
Reminder - Residents' Weekend - 11th-12th February
Members of staff and students from the University of Gloucestershire have been invited to participate in the City of Gloucester's Residents' Weekend where you can take advantage of a wide range of discounts and savings on shopping and leisure in the city (even if you don't live in Gloucester). More...
Reminder - Warehouse Offering 15% Discount
University staff and students have been offered 15% off at Warehouse, valid until the 13th of February. To take advantage of this offer, simply present your university ID card along with this email text when paying.
 Jon Briggs' Visit
Jon Briggs, who has one of the most recognisable voices in the country, has been to the University to talk to Journalism and Radio Production students about the power of the voice. More...
Collaborative Partners' Conference 2012
The university celebrates the important of collaborations with its fourth Annual Collaborative Partners’ Conference, offering an opportunity for both international and UK based partner institutions to meet with key university staff. More…
 ICT Tip of the Week — Minimise the MS Office Ribbon
If the ribbon tab is taking up too much of your screen space, double-clicking any of the ribbon tabs in MS Office applications will hide it. To reveal it temporarily, click once on any of the tabs. To reveal it permanently, double-click any of the ribbon tabs again.
 Network Maintenance
This move will take place between 07:00 and 09:00 on Tuesday 21st February. It is anticipated that any downtime will be minimal but all internet access should be considered at risks. More...
 The Bible Explored — Oxstall’s Chaplaincy Group
Join the Chaplaincy at lunchtimes on Thursdays as they look at verses in the Bible that are based on different topical key words, and discuss what they find. More...
 New University Rugby Partnership
The University of Gloucestershire has linked-up with last year’s rugby league Carnegie Champion College winners, Wakefield College, in a bid to bring new talent to the South West. More...
 Mark to Carry Olympic Torch
Mark Chard, Park Campus’ Library Information Technologist and former Paralympic athlete has been chosen to carry the Olympic Torch through Cheltenham this May. More...
 WI Lingerie Meeting - 14th February 2012.
Jilly Baker will be talking to the University of Gloucestershire WI about her lingerie company. More...
 New Research Supervisor Webpage
There is now a new webpage for staff members who supervise research students, where you can access core documents, training details and other useful information for your role. Please click here to visit.
University Community Engagement and Volunteering Workshop
This workshop is an opportunity to share information, good practice, and aims to generate better understanding of how the university can work with communities to gain maximum benefits for students and for the community. More...
 University Strategic Plan
Following sign off by University Council on 1st February the University Strategic Plan is available for both staff and students. More...
Reminder -  Postgraduate Week - 13th-15th February 2012
Come along to our Postgraduate Week, Monday 13 — Wednesday 15 February, to find out about the opportunities we offer for further study and how it can enhance your employment prospects. For more information visit the web page.
 Guidance and Recruitment team - now recruiting Student Ambassadors
The Guidance and Recruitment team are looking for enthusiastic level one or two students to be a part of our Student Ambassador scheme. More...
 Fairtrade Fortnight Bake off Competition
As part of Fairtrade Fortnight the Student’s Union, the University and Baxter Storey are holding a Fairtrade bake off. The competition is open to all students and University and Baxter Storey members of staff. More...
 ‘Red for Heart’ campaign and ‘National Heart Month
Forest Green Rovers Ladies FC have teamed up with the British Heart Foundation and The University of Gloucestershire to run a sponsored Aerobathon on Saturday 25th February. More...
Changes To The UNIversal Sport Programme This Week
Mondays Yoga AND Pilates session at Oxstalls has been postponed More...
  UoG Contributes to a UN Global Report on Higher Education for Sustainability
An initial overview chapter, written by Prof Daniella Tilbury from the University of Gloucestershire, addresses questions about global commitment and progress in the sector. More...
Out of Hours Access to Computers at Oxstalls Library
Did you know that you can work on a computer at Oxstalls Library, before it opens in the mornings and until 2.30am after it closes? More...
 Pay Award
We are pleased to inform you that University Council has confirmed the recommendation from Executive Committee to implement the national pay award. Each pay spine point will increase by £150, backdated to 1st August 2011. The pay increase and any arrears due will be paid in February salaries on 28th February 2012. If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact Toni Elkins, Payroll & Payments Manager.
Vice-Chancellor's February Newsletter
The February issue of the Vice-Chancellor's Newsletter is available on the Vice-Chancellor's web pages. More...
Equality and Diversity Update
We have recently published information evidencing our commitment. More...
 Student Flashmob
Students took to the Refectory floor for a Flashmob to raise awareness for the University's new 'Get Active' campaign for the UNIversal sport programme. View the footage from Youtube. More...
 Business Leaders, Students and Staff Pitch up for Enterprise Awards Launch
Former winners, judges, enterprising students and local business leaders gathered at the Hardwick Centre for Art and Photography for the launch of the University of Gloucestershire’s second annual Enterprise Awards. More...
 Chaplaincy Events for This Semester
Click here to see the events that are being run by the Chaplaincy for staff and students during this semester.
 Chris Bonington takes the LEAD at management programme
Offering a masterclass in Leadership Challenges, mountaineer, writer and lecturer, Chris Bonington addressed around 40 delegates at the inaugural event of the LEAD (Leading Enterprise and Development) programme at the University of Gloucestershire on 25 January. More...
Reminder - Review of Restructuring Processes and Voluntary Severance Update
Click here to see the joint statement by Human Resources, UCU and UNISON and here to see an update on Voluntary Severance.
For the Attention of all Academic Staff
The Workload Allocation Model (WAM) continues to be developed and has reached a stage where we think it would be useful to hold open sessions with all academic staff. More...
 World Cup victory for former student
Alumna Lizzie Yarnold, 23, has claimed her first International Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation (FIBT) World Cup victory on only her second career start. More...
 Parking at Hardwick
The extra car-parking spaces at Hardwick campus are now in use. More...
University Launches 2012 Enterprise Awards
Former winners, judges and local business leaders will gather at the Hardwick Centre for Art and Photography on Thursday (26 January) for the launch of the University of Gloucestershire’s second annual Enterprise Awards. More...
 University Term Dates for 2012/13
The term dates for 2012/13 have now been confirmed. Please see link on left (under Useful Dates).
Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education 2010/11 Survey (DLHE) - Update
The DLHE survey is now in its second stage during which we contact the graduates of class 2011 for a second time to remind them to complete their Destinations Survey. More...
Stewart Cotterill Joins the ECB in India
Prior to Christmas, Dr. Stewart Cotterill spent time as a Performance Psychologist working for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in India as part of the ECB performance programme training camp. More...
 HELP is on Hand to Support Health Professionals
Millions of people from across Europe will be given better advice on keeping a healthy heart and avoiding coronary heart disease thanks to a new project led by the University of Gloucestershire. More...
 Quiz Night for Sport Relief - 23rd March
The University tennis team, in partnership with Aspire Trust, are hosting a quiz night to raise money for Sport Relief. More...
 Reminder to Academic Staff — Exams 2012
The University’s main, central exam weeks will run from the 8th — 25th May 2012. Reassessment week will be the 9th — 13th July. The deadline for the submission of exam papers is Friday 2nd March — please alert the Exams Team asap if you are unable to submit papers by that deadline. Further details can be found via the Exams website, Regulations pages and via your subject Group Leader.
 Growing Gloucestershire Conference - 27th March 2012
This conference, a full, one-day event, returns for its sixth successful year and promises to be bigger and better than ever! More...
Vice-Chancellor All Staff Briefings
Stephen Marston will be holding a series of Vice-Chancellor All Staff Briefings at each campus during February. Two dates and times have been provided at each campus to ensure that as many staff as possible are able to attend. Please note the Oxstalls time has changed on Wednesday 15th Feb to now start at 8.30. More...
Invitation to a National Symposium - 29th February 2012
'Enhancing Dissertations and Final Year Projects: Experiences, Embedding and the Future' More...
Degreeplus
A group of staff have been developing the concept of Degreeplus through the Higher Education Academy 'Change Academy' concept since June this year. The team are preparing for the formal launch to coincide with National Student Employment & Volunteering Week in week commencing February 20th 2012. More...
CCRI Short Course Programme
The dates of the short course programme 'Essentials of Community Development' (ECD) have been changed to February and March 2012. More...
Strategic Plan Update
Thank you for contributing to the development of the University's Strategic Plan by completing the survey sent out in October. More...
Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) - Reform of Public Sector Pensions
The Government has committed to reform Public Sector Pension Schemes, including the TPS. More...
 Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - Reform of Public Sector Pensions
The Government has committed to reform Public Sector Pension Schemes, including the LGPS. More...
Faculty Administration Managers
Central university departmental staff, as well as all faculty academics and Heads of School, can now contact the Faculty Administration Managers (FAMs) regarding any faculty management issues that may require decision making at Faculty Exec meetings. More...
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