Staff and Students at Leicester University on the introduction of the COVID vaccine
Leicester students and staff give their response to the implementation of the Vaccine in the UK
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Leicester students on COVID-19 and following lockdown rules
Leicester students give their views on covid-19, lockdown, and those that are breaking government guidelines
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i wrote a love poem
This is a poem about being vulnerable in love as a cynical person. It’s a lot happier than it probably sounds, I promise.
Top 10 cutest walking areas to visit in Leicester
Going outside and breathing fresh air is essential during these challenging times, so here are the top 10 cutest open areas in Leicester to take your partner or loved one on.
University of Leicester monitoring staff’s social media, say academics.
The University of Leicester have been accused of monitoring social media accounts of staff members by three academics.
‘Shaping for excellence’ or academic extradition?
Muzammil Khomusi writes about the cuts to the Department of Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour from a student’s perspective
“Students are burnt out, tired and frustrated”
Written by Toby Cray, featuring interview from SU President Mia Nembhard
“Students are not seen as humans, they are seen as a way of taking money, more like someone to pickpocket”
Louise Manley, leader of UoL rent strike, speaks about their ongoing campaign calling on the university to treat students fairly, and put well-being before profit.
Student petition with over 500 signatures opposes staff redundancies at University of Leicester.
A ‘Students Against Redundancies’ petition opposing redundancies for lecturers and departmental staff has attracted more than 500 signatures.
“Crisis point” in student education as hopes of fee refunds are dashed by universities minister
Written by Ed Morrison Last week, in response to a question about tuition fee refunds from a red-faced Piers Morgan, the universities minister, Michelle Donelan, exclaimed: “We set the maximum level of tuition fees and it is up to universities to then decide what they are going to charge.” Donelan’s OIA level advice rejects any proposal for the government to pay students compensation for their undervalued tuition and is a bitter pill to swallow for those, like myself, who felt reinvigorated and hopeful that change was on the horizon, especially after a government petition for reduced tuition fees received over 550,000 signatures. In light of this, it is perhaps unsurprising that this latest government advice has fallen on deaf ears among students, who feel sick and tired at the treatment they have received this academic year. These views are expressed in a new poll by the University of Leicester Students’ Union as part of a new ‘Tuition Fees Campaign.’ Organised by the SU President, Mia Nembhard, she hopes it will “help get as many students …
#MeToo: LeicFess Facebook page inundated by rape stories at University of Leicester
A recent influx of people posting stories of sexual assault and rape, on Facebook page LeicFess, was sparked after a survivor of sexual assault spoke out on 30 January.
Job cuts: University of Leicester delays financial report, amid debt crisis
The University of Leicester is yet to produce its annual financial statement for the last academic year, sparking concerns about a lack of transparency over their financial troubles.
Leicester Vice Chancellor under fire, as students to hold a vote of no confidence
The university faced widespread criticism at the student council meeting, with no one speaking against the motion.
#MeToo: “I thought he was going to rape me”
Trapped and alone in Oadby student village, Lyla was helpless as her friend bore down on her. “At that moment it became apparent I didn’t know this person, and it made me fear for my life.”
#MeToo: One suspension from 13 reported sexual assaults at the University of Leicester
An FOI has revealed that only one student out of 13 accused, has been suspended for sexual assault.
UCU defiant in face of job cuts at University of Leicester
The University and College Union (UCU) Leicester branch held a meeting on 25 January where they laid out plans to oppose the prospect of compulsory redundancies,
Adapting to studying at the University of Leicester while living abroad
Konstantinos Kolokotronis is an EU student studying at Leicester, and details his experiences and problems raised from studying remotely from home.
Leicester students forced to pay rent for empty houses
University of Leicester students left frustrated at being forced to pay rent for vacated student houses.
Thousands sign global petitions opposing job cuts at University of Leicester
Four petitions opposing the proposed compulsory redundancies at the University of Leicester have received over four thousand signatures from across the globe
University updates for students aren’t good enough
It may be uncertain and difficult times, but the latest email from the University of Leicester to students simply wasn’t enough, and I for one am tired of emails promising more and not delivering.
You’re missing the point: Daily Mail article disparaging Leicester University redundancy plans is uninformed
A student response to Guy Adams’ disparaging Daily Mail article.
University of Leicester under fire over cuts to English department
The University of Leicester has faced widespread criticism over the cuts to the English department, that were announced to staff in an email, three hours into the first day of term.
University students return to campus in spite of government guidelines
Students feel lack of government support has left them with no choice but to return to campus, against guidelines.
Debt leads to job cuts at Leicester University
University of Leicester to make up to 145 staff redundant in bid to maintain “academic excellence”
Students at Leicester University to gain accommodation rebate
Students residing in University of Leicester accommodation can claim a discount on their rent payments, that will be calculated in March.
Tuition, turmoil and rising tensions as students demand compensation
As we enter the start of the New Year, it is clear that the reverberating effects of the virus are continuing to wreak havoc. How has this affected university compensation?
National lockdown ends prospect of face-to-face teaching for many university students
At 8pm on Monday evening, Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation and announced another national lockdown. The message to “stay at home” ends the prospect of face-to-face teaching for many university students, who had been told it might return this term.
University of Leicester: Speaking in online classes makes students anxious
Since October, students at the University of Leicester have been trying to come to terms with the demands of speaking online as they adapt to digital learning.
England Rugby Star Speaks to Leicester Students
England Rugby star Sarah Beckett speaks to the University’s rugby teams about her path to professional rugby.
