It’s #LGBTHM22 - wishing all #LGBTQ colleagues and students University of Hertfordshire and our allies an enriching and empowering month of reflection on those who have paved the way, continue to challenge discrimination and prejudice, and work to achieve equality and inclusion 🏳️‍🌈

Raising the flag for #LGBTHM22 University of Hertfordshire with Mairi Watson :-)

If you haven't signed up yet for this please do. It's an important piece of research into the experiences of Black students in our sector @nick_petford Shân Wareing Mairi Watson UniofHertsDVC Karen Jones Kate Coulson @DeanofFAST Prof Folúkẹ́ Adébísí hepi.ac.uk/2022/01/12/hep…

We've released our draft Position Statement on HIV, the law and the work of the clinical team for consultation, submit your feedback here ➡️➡️ bit.ly/3Gqsv2b Consultation will close at 5pm on 28th February

Success at the World Brand Design Society's 2021/22 Student Design Awards! @gdiherts' grads Freddie and Clare won Silver for their projects (pictured) + the University of Hertfordshire ranked top 10 in the Best Design Education Ranking 2021/22 & Global Design Education Ranking! More info in replies 👇

It’s #HIVTestingWeek - take a look at this from Terrence Higgins Trust and consider taking a test, especially if you’ve never had one or it’s been a while :-) tht.org.uk/news/national-…

10 days before I leave University of Hertfordshire - so here’s #1 of 10 great things about the University. The academic and professional staff: passionate, hard-working, dedicated to delivering a transformational education for our students. 🌟

#2 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: its commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusivity in all areas of its activities. A special shout out to Equality Diversity & Inclusion Office and to the staff networks and student groups who advocate tirelessly on behalf of those they represent.

#3 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: its students! They are the heart of our community, and the focus of all that we do. Energetic and determined, hard working and creative, curious and ambitious, our students are committed to learning how to make the world a better place.

#4 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: our teaching! Leaders in their field, our brilliant team in @UHLTIC, along with all our teaching, support and technical colleagues, are at the forefront of developments in how best to enable all learners to realise their potential.

It has been an absolute pleasure working with Zara in her role as @HSUVPeducation - a brilliant advocate for the students whose interests she represents. Wishing you every success and happiness!

#5 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: our UH Student Wellbeing team. Always there to support our students’ health and wellbeing, they provide advice, guidance and counselling and are the kindest, most selfless, and wonderful bunch of people who put others first, 24/7.

#6 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: our research! From food security and ageing to climate change, from culture and heritage to assistive robotics, we are doing impactful, world-class, research that’s helping to make the world a better place. herts.ac.uk/research

Join us for our Useful Knowledge Conference where Birkbeck’s contribution to higher education over two centuries will be discussed, led by the institution’s current serving Vice-Chancellor and two former Masters. 👉 bit.ly/3JDcVCk

#7 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: our commitment to environmental sustainability! We are reducing our carbon footprint, promoting biodiversity on our beautiful campuses, investing in green energy, and minimising waste. Check out @UHSustainable for updates on our activities

#8 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: our contribution to the economy. We support businesses to grow and to develop their staff, collaborate via KTPs, and provide great opportunities for our entrepreneurial students and graduates. herts.ac.uk/enterprise-zon…

#9 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire: Our commitment to widening access and student success. We work tirelessly to address the barriers to HE for those in under-represented groups and empower students of all backgrounds to realise their full potential ❤️herts.ac.uk/about-us/our-s…

One of the artworks displayed on campus University of Hertfordshire seemed an appropriate sentiment for this morning. It’s called Peace Pieces and is by Kaori Homma.

So proud to have published with the brilliant Kasoka Kasoka :-)

#10 of 10 great things about University of Hertfordshire - it’s a place where what we achieve, we achieve because of each other. Thank you. Signing off!