The University of Gloucestershire is celebrating 17 years of university status. Since its early civic function in the 19th century and the Park Campus designed originally to be a zoo, history is there for us to explore. This week marks 17 years since we became the University of Gloucestershire. We keep our letters patent […]
Mathematic’s and Technology are clearly the priorities of Phillip Hammond’s 2017 budget as he begins to make Britain a lead force in the technological age. Hammond’s vision for a science and technology-based future has promised a £600 boost to schools and colleges for every extra sixth-former who takes A-level or core maths; more than £80million will be […]
A research agency found that 87% of eligible students at universities voted in the EU referendum on June 23 5 out of 6 students voted to remain in the European Union on the day of the referendum, citing to a need to preserve their right to study, work and travel inside the EU as the […]
How do you move away from your home and family and stay healthy? Claudia Dunn writes about her own – sometimes bruising – experiences. I had just moved from Bristol to Cheltenham, eager to start my life as a student journalist. I adjusted to life away from home very quickly, making instant life-long friends […]
The University of Gloucestershire is committed to providing a quality staff and student experience where both individuals feel respected and valued. A strong sense of community and positive links with locals are just two of the main aims the university sets to achieve. Over time they have developed an inclusive culture, free from discrimination, harassment […]
A University of Gloucestershire student was allegedly racially abused during a Hockey match. Artur Nash, a final year sports student, has accused opponents from the University of Bristol of making inappropriate chants The supposed comments were reported to the Hockey association, BUCS and both universities student union’s respectively. During the match Mr Nash confronted one of […]
A report investigating sexual violence and harassment in UK universities has been criticised for failing fully to address the problem. An inquiry began last year due to growing alarm about harassment, sexual violence and hate crime on university campuses, and concerns about the way in which some institutions dealt with the problem. ‘Institution-wide violence against […]
CoppaFeel, a charity focusing on both male and female breast cancer awareness, has come to the University of Gloucestershire. Students are getting involved by encouraging others to get themselves checked and reduce the stigma around breast cancer. Leader of the Park Campus group, Charlie Gowans, is encouraging students to get involved and making sure no one feels […]