Strategies for nurturing ambition in female studentsNurturing ambition in female students is crucial for their personal and professional growth. By highlighting diverse role models from various fields and empowering our students to strive for more, we can set them up for successGeetha MaiyaManipal Academy of Higher Education
The importance of Black spaces in white academiaAn epistemological approach is needed to build more inclusive environments, argues Blanca Elizabeth Vega in this excerpt from Black Scholarship in a White AcademyBlanca Elizabeth Vega, Robert T Palmer, Sosanya Jones, Alonzo M FlowersMontclair State University
Sprinting into blocks: what computing, AI and gaming academics learnedIntroducing block delivery using Sprint methodology to design academic programmes saw computing, AI and gaming academics rise to the challenge. De Montfort University staff reflect on their experiencesZoë Allman, Simon Coupland, Archie Khuman, Conor Fahy, Luke AttwoodDe Montfort University
How can faculty facilitate short-term international student mobility programmes?Let us pave the way for student mobility options to help our students make the most of their university experience and build the foundations for a successful future, writes Sunila JohnSunila JohnManipal Academy of Higher Education
Pledges and charters in medical schools: catalysts for change or performative promises?Pledges demonstrating support in addressing issues such as racism and misogyny will often garner interest and may even attract pockets of funding. But they also risk oversimplifying complex problems, writes Lois Haruna-CooperLois Haruna-Cooper UCL
How can we embed inclusion in our research culture for postgraduate researchers?Small, systemic changes can help universities make their research community more welcoming and collaborative. Here, Maisha Islam looks at four actions to consider – from PGR surveys to widening accessMaisha Islam University of Southampton
What Bob Marley can teach us about inclusive pedagogyAs One Love hits cinemas, educators can take inspiration from the life of Bob Marley to create a more inclusive educational experience. Lucy Gill-Simmen shows howLucy Gill-SimmenRoyal Holloway, University of London
Open access: why and how to do itHere, a librarian and master of information student offer insight into facets of open access publishing and the challenges relating to itMelissa A. Rothfus, Catherine GraceyDalhousie University
Sharing qualitative research through open accessTraditional open access repositories are designed for sharing quantitative data. But what about qualitative data – non-numeric information and concepts such as case studies or interview transcripts? That’s where the Qualitative Data Repository comes inNathaniel D. PorterVirginia Tech
Changing instructor behaviour to improve learning for university students with ADHDFrom making the class agenda clear and visible to building trust with learners, Sarah Sehlinger shares five simple tips that will improve the experience of your college course for students with ADD and ADHDSarah SehlingerIndiana University Southeast
How to balance teaching and research As an early-career academic, how can you juggle teaching and researching while also prioritising self-care? Callum Russell shares his reflections on striking a balanceCallum RussellUniversity of the West of Scotland
Embrace broader definitions of accounting to help your students operate sustainablyBroader definitions of accounting help students redirect their energies and draw on broad-scope approaches to dealing with challenging issues to help shape a better worldJennifer Rose, Garry CarnegieThe University of Manchester, RMIT University
Five leadership tips for women in higher educationThe first woman of Indian heritage to head a Russell Group business school shares leadership insights for women in higher education, from mentorship and resilience to self-discovery and embracing your unique identityPalie Smart The University of Bristol
Three ways libraries are championing the open access movementScholars and researchers should take advantage of libraries’ support of and expertise around open access publishing. Asking a librarian for help could protect your work and save you moneyKaren GloverGeorgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
Let’s work together to build an environment that women can thrive inTo move up the ladder in academia, women need a strong community around them. May Lim recounts her experiencesMay LimSingapore Institute of Technology
Finding – and raising – my voice as a Black female leader in higher educationWomen of colour face a formidable set of challenges in the quest to find their place and voice in higher education. Menah Pratt shares the lessons learned in her journey – from the power of persistence to harnessing her creativity Menah PrattVirginia Tech
Addressing staff/faculty-student sexual misconduct in higher education, part two: responseLet’s stop putting all the responsibility and risk on survivors to report this issue and move towards proactive institutional responses, writes Anna BullAnna BullUniversity of York
Questions for the next stage of university leadershipWhat do I want my legacy as a woman leader to be? These questions can provide a road map for reflection on and planning an academic career, writes Katia Paz GoldfarbKatia Paz GoldfarbMontclair State University
How to help young women see themselves as coders, inventors and engineersFemale students can be overlooked in STEM fields. Janille Smith-Colin shares four ways to empower tomorrow’s engineering leaders to find their voice and the determination to use itJanille Smith-ColinSMU Lyle School of Engineering
Weaving gold from EDI straw: an intersectional approachIn this resource, the University of Manchester’s three academic leads for EDI explain how they work together and learn from each other Dawn Edge, Rachel Cowen, Jackie CarterThe University of Manchester
Three principles for leadership in academiaReflecting on her personal journey, Catherine Moran shares the key guidelines that have shaped her leadership as a woman in higher education in times of changeCatherine MoranTe Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury
Empowering female students is essential for building an equitable futureWhen we empower women in higher education, we advocate for social change, promote gender equality and enable them to play an active role in their communitiesPaulina VargasCETYS Universidad
Master the art of effective feedback Providing constructive feedback gives students a launch pad for development. Ibham Veza and Imran Qureshi offer their advice Ibham Veza, Imran Qureshi Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP)
The three key ingredients to female success in academiaThe number of female presidents in US institutions is rising, but there’s still work to do for women in leadership to achieve equality. Lisa Eiden-Dillow outlines three ways to empower women in academiaLisa Eiden-DillowColorado State University Global
Three ways technology can make your classrooms more inclusiveBy embracing diversity and promoting inclusion, we provide equal opportunities and ready our students for a globalised world, not only improving the quality of education, but laying the foundation for a more compassionate and just societyAdela Vega, Elizabeth Marcial Morales Monterrey Institute of Technology
Effective levers to foster women – specifically women of colour – into leadership rolesGender and race disparities persist in leadership roles within academic institutions. Here, Menah Pratt shares her advice on effective levers to foster women of colour into leadership rolesMenah PrattVirginia Tech
The tough road to leadership as a woman in higher educationRepresentation matters, writes Marcheta Evans. Here, she offers advice for institutions and educators about the life lessons they need to pass to female scholars (and one for men, too)Marcheta P. EvansMontclair State University
How to advance your academic careerWorking in an industry that shapes the lives of future generations, it is crucial to ensure that your decisions positively impact students’ educational journeys and contribute to the overall growth and success of the institution, writes Arunima K VArunima K VManipal Academy of Higher Education
Empowering ambition: student affairs’ role in supporting women studentsStudent affairs departments, often the heartbeat of campus life and well-being, can significantly influence the personal and professional development of women university students. Here, Frances Keene looks at proven ways to nurture and support female studentsFrances KeeneVirginia Tech
Advancing women in academia: geographical mobility and the path to successHypermobility has brought opportunities for career advancement in academia, but it comes with expectations and gender-based barriers, writes Lily Kong, especially when international events are focused on the Global NorthLily KongSingapore Management University
Four ways to create an entrepreneurial culture at your institutionUniversities are perfectly placed to help start-ups get off the ground. Alan Murray, Robert Crammond and Kingsley Omeihe advise on how best to get your students thinking with a business mindsetAlan Murray, Robert Crammond, Kingsley OmeiheUniversity of the West of Scotland
A road map to diagnosis and support for autistic women in higher educationFrom the journey to diagnosis to the laws that protect employees with autism, this resource sheds light on how to navigate the academic world with this disorderImogen VarleDe Montfort University
Use teamwork to erode the glass cliffAs the UK higher education sector battles a perfect storm, Emma Flynn stresses the importance of building strong teams around female leadersEmma FlynnThe University of Warwick
Get real about hiring people with disabilitiesFor too long ‘lived experience’ has been an inadequate requirement for jobs that make decisions for people with disabilities, and recruitment practices need to change, write Paul Harpur and Brooke SzücsPaul Harpur, Brooke SzücsThe University of Queensland
Tackling the campus mental health crisis has to be a team sportTackling the campus mental health crisis requires a collaborative approach with healthcare providers, student support professionals and educators working together, writes Ruth Bauer WhiteRuth Bauer White InsideTrack
How to face adversity and change in higher education with resilience In times of stress and uncertainty, university leaders must model calmness, clarity and confidence in their ability to respond to and recover from challenges, writes Sonia Alvarez-Robinson. Here, she offers practical strategies based on her own experience Sonia Alvarez-RobinsonGeorgia Tech’s Center for 21st Century Universities
Use watch parties to enhance learning and build a sense of belonging onlineAn educator at the University of Manchester explains how using online watch parties with live chatboxes has enhanced students’ learning in a digital environment Jennifer Mcbride The University of Manchester
How to clear the path for the next generation of women in academiaThe women who come next shouldn’t have to break down barriers or sneak in the back door to succeed in higher education. Sal Jarvis outlines what she wants her legacy to beSal JarvisThe University of Westminster
Steps to take to encourage more support for public engagement in researchBy fostering a culture in which public engagement is not just encouraged but embedded into the fabric of academic life, institutions can leave a lasting impact on both the scholarly community and the world at largeLyn R. KeithThe University of the West Indies
What underpins effective patient and public involvement in health and social care research? Is it rules or values? The two key ways to approach the art of PPI in healthcare research should come together in process, procedures and culture, writes Gary HickeyGary HickeyUniversity of Southampton
To give female students an equal educational experience, we need to promote womenFemale representation in leadership roles is crucial to show young women that success can be theirs too. Catherine Branson explains how her life and career have helped her succeed in a male-dominated worldCatherine BransonThe University of Adelaide
How to foster a civic mindset in the era of AICreate spaces that allow small groups of people to see themselves in a broader context, encourage them to dream of what possibilities and opportunities could exist and then help them to take actionRobert HuishDalhousie University
Cut down your marking time by using whole-class feedbackWhole-class feedback offers three advantages – it’s time saving, it encourages self-regulation and will help identify any weaknesses in the rubric. Paul Moss shows how it’s donePaul MossThe University of Adelaide
‘Strengthening institution-wide commitment to trans inclusion is more important than ever’Guidance for museums, galleries and heritage has insight for universities as they prepare to bolster freedom of speech, write four academicsSuzanne MacLeod, Richard Sandell , Sharon Cowan, E-J ScottUniversity of Leicester, The University of Edinburgh, University of the Arts London
Improve women’s accessibility to leadership by following these stepsWeaving equity practices into talent and succession planning and creating roles that work alongside personal commitments are just two of the ways you can enhance the diversity of your leadership Kim Brooks, Grace Jefferies-AldridgeDalhousie University
Leaving a legacy as a Black female leader in higher educationWomen of colour can leave a legacy that endures far beyond their tenures, writes Menah Pratt. Here, she shares her experience with racism and sexism and describes actions that leave a mark on institutions and students and defy under-representationMenah PrattVirginia Tech
Women’s leadership is vital in the evolving landscape of higher educationThe higher education sector is facing unprecedented changes since the pandemic, with technology evolving at a faster rate than ever. Becky Takeda-Tinker and Jenna Tarleton show that women can play a pivotal role in leading the way through this new normalBecky Takeda-Tinker, Jenna TarletonColorado State University Global
Making higher education accessible for students with unmet financial needRising costs of college leave many students struggling to afford higher education. And we know that enhancing the affordability of going to university is critical for realising students’ potential and elevating lives and livelihoods for generations to come, writes Matt HoltMatt Holt Virginia Tech
Why have higher education’s female leaders had to wait so long for equal pay?The higher education sector’s gender pay gap stands at 14.8 per cent, three percentage points higher than the UK as a whole. Janet Jones asks why and what we can do about itJanet JonesThe University of Westminster
Four ways to achieve a better work-life balance in academiaSwitching off can be a considerable challenge for those working in higher education, even though it is essential for a work-life balance and well-beingRushana KhusainovaThe University of Bristol