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University staff announced as Fellows of the Royal Society of Edinburgh

26 March, 20252025

Thirteen University of Edinburgh staff members have been elected as Fellows of the Royal Society of…

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An update on the Responsible Investment Policy Review

14 March, 20252025

In 2024, the University asked student and staff communities to share their views on proposed…

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Celebrating colleagues with the Annual People Report 2024

11 March, 20252025

The second Annual People Report highlights the breadth and volume of work undertaken across the…

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Court meeting: 24 February 2025

05 March, 20252025

The University’s governing body, the University Court, met on 24 February 2025

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Staff Survey 2025 has now closed

04 March, 20252025

The Staff Survey 2025 has now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated and who encouraged…

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Honorary Professorships 2024/25

04 March, 20252025

Congratulations to the Honorary Professors who have been appointed by the University over this…

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Senate elections 2025: nominations now open

03 March, 20252025

Nominations are now open for new members to join the University Senate.

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Securing the long-term future for our University

28 February, 20252025

A statement from Professor Sir Peter Mathieson, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of…

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International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month 2025

26 February, 20252025

A range of events will take place across the University to mark International Women’s Day and Women…

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Revised Trans Policy (Staff) and new Reasonable Adjustments Policy

20 February, 20252025

The University is introducing new policies to encourage a positive, open and inclusive working…

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