Staff news articles published in 2016.
The first newsletter of the newly revived LGBT+ staff network is now available.
The University’s catering service has won a healthy eating award for the tenth year running.
Our Principal is to take part in a charity event to help the homeless.
Veterinary students and staff have launched a festive initiative to help vulnerable people and their animals this Christmas.
A series of major investments is helping to improve the student experience at Edinburgh.
A discussion on the challenges facing women in homelessness.
An Edinburgh scientist has won a prestigious research award for her groundbreaking work on climate science.
A festive ‘Holly Jolly’ networking event takes place on Tuesday 6 December to round off the University’s enterprise activities in 2016.
Analysis of Teaching Awards nomination data reveals what good teaching looks like to our students.
A member of staff has been announced as the recipient of a national award that recognises outstanding individual volunteers who make a difference in their community.
The University is to close from 5pm on Friday 23 December 2016 until 9am on Wednesday 4 January 2017.
In commemoration of Transgender Remembrance Day, the University's Staff Pride Network is organising a special evening to look at the depiction of trans identity in pop culture.
The University's Carol Service will be held on Sunday 4 December 2016 in St Giles' Cathedral.
From 26 December 2016 the NHS Shuttle Service will permanently cease operations.
An Edinburgh start-up company has won a $150,000 award from social media giant, Facebook.
The University Court held its most recent meeting on 26 September.
A £2.75 million initiative is to help deliver staff and students’ ideas to make the University carbon neutral.
The French Minister of State for Digital Affairs and Innovation, Mme Axelle Lemaire, will visit the University tomorrow (Tuesday 22 November) for talks about digital innovation and strengthening Franco-British links during and after Brexit.
LGBT+ colleagues and allies are invited to its first Professional Networking Event.
A new facility is making it easier for staff and students at Edinburgh to access counselling services.
From 15 November 2016 we are launching online payslips.
Whisky tastings, film screenings and traditional dance are some of the highlights of Edinburgh’s Gaelic Festival this November
A trail of beacons will be lit along both sides of the Firth of Forth in a gesture of hope and solidarity with the besieged residents of Aleppo in Syria.
The University has committed to significantly extending the coverage of its lecture recording system in order to enhance the student experience, deliver consistency and simplify IT systems.
With the days getting shorter and nights drawing in, cyclists are reminded of the importance of using lights and wearing bright clothes.
Come along on Thursday 3 November for coffee and cake with the newly reformed University of Edinburgh Staff Pride Network.
Try a new route to University by exploring Edinburgh's QuietRoutes.
All current Central Area, King’s Buildings (Peripheral) and Easter Bush parking permits will expire on 31 December 2016.
The University’s new Strategic Plan 2016 has been published.
Senior Research Fellow from the MRC Human Genetics Unit joins the prestigious programme.
The Institute for Academic Development (IAD) has rewritten the ‘Code of Practice'.
Promoting, discussing and celebrating teaching at the University of Edinburgh.
An opportunity to comment on the initial design proposals.
A new chief executive officer has been appointed to spearhead commercialisation activity at the University.
The University’s suite of 19 postgraduate school brochures is now available.
Professor Sir Timothy O’Shea will discuss Scotland’s place in Europe at a parliamentary event in Glasgow later this month.
A new corporate publication called The University of Edinburgh: An introduction is now available.
An initiative that put regular teaching timetables on hold so students could explore fresh ways to learn has been praised by marketing experts.
Staff are celebrating awards that recognise their work to support women in science.
To mark Black History Month in the UK, staff and students are invited to attend a range of events throughout October.
As part of Information Security Week, the University is providing guidance on so-called ‘phishing’ emails.
Edinburgh alumnus Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart has been awarded a Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Africa Week celebrates the University's engagement across the continent, with events running from 3 to 8 October.
Cardiologist Dr Aseem Malhotra will screen his new film at the University on Thursday 20 October.
The University of Edinburgh has been confirmed as the preferred bidder for the former Scottish Fire and Rescue Service headquarters at Lauriston Place, Edinburgh.
Professor Sir Adrian Bird has been presented with the Shaw Prize in Life Science and Medicine.
Heather Bacon has received the Trevor Blackburn Award for raising standards of animal health and welfare in developing countries.
Progress is being made in a large-scale review of the University’s key professional service functions.
Friends in Information Services remember Morag Hunter, Acquisitions and Metadata Assistant
The newly re-named Staff Pride Network is inviting all LGBT+ colleagues and allies to its first social event on Friday 23 September.
This year’s Information Security Awareness Week will be held on 3-7 October 2016.
Mentoring Connections is a University-wide programme for all academic and professional staff
The University has honoured five staff members with Chancellor’s Awards for their teaching and research excellence and impact.
The University Court had its most recent meeting on 20 June.
The next meeting of the University Senate takes place on Wednesday 28 September.
For over 45 years Edinburgh Research & Innovation (ERI) has been responsible for the University’s commercialisation activities. This year marks an exciting new chapter in the evolution of ERI services.
Does your club or society need help with funding? Do you have a great idea for a project or need funds to support your teaching or research?
Register for a hospitality scheme that helps international students connect with local people.
One of Scotland’s leading public galleries of contemporary visual art has appointed a highly experienced curator of international standing as its new director.
The University sets out clear expectations of consideration for others in social media use.
One of the world’s leading experts on cultural economics and policy has been appointed as director of the University’s Centre for Cultural Relations.
The University's rugby club will take part in the world's oldest varsity match in September.
Professor Alexis Grohmann, Chair of Contemporary Spanish Literature, has been appointed to Spain’s Royal Academy.
The University is launching Brexit and You, a series of public events about the UK’s decision to leave the European Union.
Trade unions reject final pay offer.
Funding is now available for all staff to teach or train in Europe and beyond.
Two Edinburgh scientist have been awarded £10,000 prizes for their collaborations with researchers in Japan.
The University is offering EU staff legal advice on immigration issues arising from the outcome of the EU referendum.
The winning entry to the Excellence in Structural Engineering Education Award shows how the University has put creative design at the heart of its civil engineering degree programmes
Consultation on proposed changes to the University of Edinburgh Staff Benefits Scheme.
Introducing the College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences.
Nominations are now open for a leadership programme for women working at the University.
Margaret Ross has been awarded the Faculty Gold Medal by the Dental Faculty of Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
A scientist at the University is making his debut as a judge in the new TV series of Robot Wars.
Twelve members of University staff have been appointed to a prestigious national academy.
Winners of the 2016 Principal's Medals.
Two members of staff have been named as winners of the 2016 Principal's Medals.
A mental health and wellbeing initiative led by EUSA has won a Herald Higher Education Award.
An opportunity to talk about the implications of the EU referendum outcome.
Outcome of consultation on the University's proposals on an alternative model for the academic year structure.
Colleagues are invited to attend the first meeting of a newly reformed and energised Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Staff Network.
Want to see your photo in the Edinburgh International Festival opening event?
Information and guidance for staff about upcoming industrial action that could affect train services.
How the University will be responding to the referendum decision.
An opportunity to talk about the implications of the EU referendum outcome.
A research project that examined stop and search practices in Scotland and directly led to new laws, has won a major prize.
Latest updates on the impact of the EU referendum.
Traffic and pedestrianisation arrangements around George Square during the Festival Fringe.
An announcement from the Principal, Professor Sir Timothy O'Shea
Information and guidance for staff about upcoming industrial action that could affect train services.
The University’s events and catering arm has been recognised for its food and drink services by national tourism organisation, VisitScotland.
Five members of staff have been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
The University is celebrating National Bike Week with the launch of a new initiative to help staff and students try cycling this summer.
The 70th Edinburgh International Film Festival is set to feature several exciting collaborations with the University.
The University Court had its most recent meeting on 25 April.
Professor Sir Adrian Bird has been awarded a Shaw Prize in Life Science and Medicine.
As part of the University’s investment in world-class facilities, Edinburgh Law School’s rooms in Old College are undergoing a complete refurbishment.
Trade unions continue to reject pay offer.
The University has been shortlisted for three Herald Higher Education Awards.
The University is organising a series of initiatives to help people consider the referendum on EU membership.
New website launched for the programme of excellence across professional services.
Complete the Advice Place’s short survey and enter a prize draw to win a £25 Amazon voucher.
Record numbers of Edinburgh students and staff will benefit from a new international funding scheme in 2016/17.
A record number of students are interning this year through the University’s Employ.ed on Campus programme
The Spring 2016 awards have been announced for the Innovation Initiative Grants scheme.
The next meeting of the University Senate takes place on Wednesday 1 June.
Industrial action by UCU members follows rejection of final offer.
The University has invited all staff to complete the 2016 Social Responsibility and Sustainability survey.
A University team has won a prestigious medical award.
Dr Stephen Thomas is the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Hickinbottom Award winner for 2016.
The latest blogpost from Teaching Matters highlights the recent EUSA Teaching Awards
Staff are again entitled to a significant discount for ticketed shows at this year’s Edinburgh International Festival (EIF).
Consultation on the University's proposals on an alternative model for the academic year structure.
Staff can save 20 per cent on train journeys to London when travelling for work.
Teaching excellence across the University has been recognised in the annual EUSA Teaching Awards.
The University homepage has a new look, marking the completion of the website migration to EdWeb, the new Drupal-based content management system.
Staff affected should discuss working arrangements with their line manager.
Experts from the University of Edinburgh’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies have won prestigious awards for their contributions to the profession.
A host of University chefs, baristas and waiting staff are celebrating their recent success in a national catering competition.
Professor Moira Whyte has been appointed as Head of the Medical School.
The University Court had its most recent meeting on 8 February.
Staff in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine are invited to learn more about how the University is governed at an event hosted by the Principal.
Since March 2013, the University has been required to automatically enrol all eligible staff into a workplace pension.
University staff are invited to apply to become a Dignity and Respect Advisor (DRA).
An image captured at a University research facility has won a top prize in a national science photography competition.
The University is seeking nominations from researchers and demonstrators for membership of the Senate.
The University is running a 10 week introductory course on British Sign Language (BSL) starting in April with a 10 per cent discount for all staff.
Staff and students are invited to the Reuse Hoose, a free event to help people reuse and repair their possessions rather than throw them away.
All staff are invited to nominate colleagues for two internal awards - the Chancellor’s Awards and the Principal’s Medals.
Staff with accommodation to rent or sell can advertise it through a new University website.
Two ordinary term vacancies (1 August 2016 to 31 July 2020) have arisen for Senate Assessors on the University Court.
University staff are invited to complete the 2016 Staff Travel Survey.
The University's next session of short courses start in April with a 10 per cent discount for all staff.
Two members of staff have been recognised by an award that honours women in science.
Seven members of University staff have been made Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
Students and staff at the University have passed the Guinness World Record for the most cakes sold in eight hours for charity.
The state pension is changing from 6 April 2016.
Help celebrate the University’s fair trade achievements during Fairtrade Fortnight
Students, staff and volunteers at the University are to hold a charity bake sale in a bid to claim a Guinness World Record.
Grants of up to £500 are available to support innovative ideas that help promote sustainability at the University.
The University has developed a new policy statement on the issue of responsible investing.
A festival which inspires, supports and celebrates creative learning at the University.
Staff and students are invited to meet the Rector at an event on Tuesday 9 February.
The Edinburgh Research & Innovation (ERI) Legal team has joined Legal Services based within the University Secretary's Group (USG).
The University’s Sustainability Awards 2016 have launched
The Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability is holding a debate to explore the value of agreements made during the 2015 Paris Climate Conference.
The University has appointed Noel Lawlor as Chief Internal Auditor.
The School of History, Classics and Archaeology is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Diana Paton to the William Robertson Chair of History.
The next meeting of the University Senate takes place on Wednesday 3 February.
The English Language Teaching Centre is offering free writing support for international students in semester 2.
The University Court had its most recent meeting on 7 December.
Sandra Borthwick, PA to the Registrar in the College of Science & Engineering, has been named as the winner of the latest competition in Bulletin.
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