Navigating the Storm: Leading Teams Through Change
Most HE professionals share the same drive—so why don’t we talk about our jobs? This article reflects on silence in the sector and how to shift it.
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Beyond the myth of future-proofing
Here’s a concept that’s often used with good intentions but is ultimately flawed: “future-proofing” students. It’s an attractive notion that revolves around equipping learners with the right tools and mindset to face an unpredictable world.
The end of TEF as we know it (and why that might actually be good news)
So, the Office for Students (OfS) has finally made the announcement. No more big-bang Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) exercises where everyone holds their breath, scrambles for evidence and then relaxes for another few years, it seems.
Strategic Considerations for a Successful Student Survey Tool
Traditional student surveys often result in large volumes of data that require significant time and effort to analyse. However, the real value lies in the ability to quickly translate feedback into tangible improvements.
Haggis, Hands-on Learning, and Higher Education…Reflections from my first AHEP Conference
As someone who is still at the start of their working in higher education journey, this felt like a particularly relevant topic. What I wasn’t expecting was that the word sustainable would be playing double duty – in an environmental sense, and in a professional sense.
Shaping Lives Through Student Support
What I love most about my role is connecting with students from all walks of life and seeing their journey unfold. Watching them grow, face challenges, and succeed is incredibly rewarding. It’s those everyday interactions that remind me why this work matters.
Big In Japan
Following our recent event Japanese HE Unpacked, we caught up with AHEP Consultant Jenny Jenkins, who was in attendance on 8 May. In this article, Jenny shares her reflections and summarises some of the key takeaways from the session, offering a snapshot of the cultural context, strategic priorities, and professional structures shaping higher education in Japan today. Whether you joined us on the day or couldn’t make it, her insights provide a valuable window into the discussion.
Behind the Scenes – The Job Shadowing HE Podcast
Most HE professionals share the same drive—so why don’t we talk about our jobs? This article reflects on silence in the sector and how to shift it.
Enhancing student wellbeing and engagement: actionable insights from the AHEP-evasys webinar
The landscape of UK higher education is facing a confluence of challenges, demanding innovative and empathetic approaches from all of us supporting the student journey.
Compassionate Communication in Higher Education: Leading with Empathy in Challenging Times
“In recent years, the higher education landscape has been marked by rising complexities, shifting expectations, and a palpable increase in the emotional and psychological weight carried by students and staff alike. Against this backdrop, the way we communicate has never been more important or more powerful.”