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Category : Universities
Gaza tent student's £20k UK university bid
Yasser Mohammad Abu Hamed, 21, living in a tent in Gaza, has been offered a place to study computer science at the University of Leicester and launched a £20,000 fundraiser.
Hollyoaks twist: Jenson finds seed phrases in Gemma's painting
Jenson Cole discovers the seed phrases for Gemma Johnson's crypto wallets hidden in a painting, after an undercover cop revelation and a night with Gemma.
Hundreds of artists to leave Camden council studios by 2027
Around 230 artists must vacate affordable studios in Camden's Regent's Park Estate by January 2027 due to fire safety changes, sparking a campaign for new spaces.
Man Utd £45m Lewis-Skelly move creates midfield dilemma
Manchester United face a dilemma over a £45m move for Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly, as his preferred midfield role is blocked by competition at Old Trafford.
LJMU tribute to Professor Jason Arday after death aged 41
Professor Jason Arday, who earned his PhD at Liverpool John Moores University, died on August 14 aged 41, after enduring 'three weeks of relentless scrutiny', the vice-chancellor said.
Wishaw MSP welcomes record university admissions for deprived Scots
New UCAS figures show a record 2,090 18-year-olds from deprived areas accepted to university, with total Scottish admissions up by 1,260 to 45,090.
GMB viewers slam alert discussion as 'making something out of nothing'
Good Morning Britain viewers criticised Richard Madeley and Ranvir Singh for replaying Friday's emergency alert, with some calling the discussion unnecessary and overblown.
Cambridge Faces Backlash Over Arday and Woke Academia
Cambridge University's reputation suffers as Jason Arday scandal continues, with internal inquiry launched and criticism of identity politics in academia.
Virgin Media launches free 24/7 Tennis Channel for UK TV users
Virgin Media has launched a dedicated Tennis Channel on channel 542, available 24/7 at no extra cost, featuring Davis Cup, Billie Jean King Cup, and ATP Challenger Tour.
Excluded pupil Dylan heads to Oxford with four A*s
Dylan McCarthy, 18, from Tonyrefail, secured a place at Oxford University with four A*s after being excluded from two primary schools and attending a pupil referral unit.
Earl of Wessex to attend Royal Agricultural University after A-Levels
James, Earl of Wessex, will study Rural Land & Property Management at the Royal Agricultural University in September after achieving his required A-Level grades, Buckingham Palace confirmed.
King's nephew Earl of Wessex to study at Royal Agricultural University
The Earl of Wessex, 18, will study rural land and property management at the Royal Agricultural University after achieving required A-level grades.
King's nephew to study at Royal Agricultural University
The Earl of Wessex will attend the Royal Agricultural University after achieving the grades needed for his chosen course.
Earl of Wessex to Study at Royal Agricultural University
James, Earl of Wessex, will attend the Royal Agricultural University in September after achieving required A Level grades, Buckingham Palace announced.
Cambridge agrees to independent inquiry into Jason Arday appointment
Cambridge University will hold an independent inquiry into Jason Arday's appointment, after its vice-chancellor admitted the affair has damaged the institution. The investigation will review the appointment process and Arday's time at the university.
Cambridge to investigate Jason Arday appointment
The University of Cambridge will investigate Professor Jason Arday's appointment by its Faculty of Education in 2022 and his time there since, with Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice calling the case an 'aberration'.
BBC European Athletics coverage interrupted by Gabby Logan
Gabby Logan returned to screens to present the BBC's European Athletics coverage, but the channel switch caused a missed final. She announced the result on air.
Ashley Collar on PhD and 'dumb blonde' stereotype
Ashley Collar, 27, from Moss Side, is set to earn a PhD and prove stereotypes wrong, saying people assume she is 'dumb' based on her appearance.
A-level results expected to return to near pre-pandemic levels as university offers rise
A-level results in England expected to align with 2019 levels, with career subjects rising and universities offering more places.
Harvard faculty to vote on plan to cap A grades at 20%
Harvard faculty will vote on a proposal to limit A grades to 20% per course, aiming to curb grade inflation, despite student opposition.
Columbia University Accused of Punishing Gaza Protesters
Parents of Columbia students disciplined for Gaza protests condemn the university's 'cowardice' and say sanctions are unprecedented.
Purdue Denies Ban but Faces Accusations of Blocking Chinese Students
Purdue University denies an unofficial ban on Chinese students, but students and faculty allege offers were rescinded after political pressure.
Burnham Vows Faster Change Than Starmer, but History Shows Crises Trump Will
Andy Burnham says he will go faster than Keir Starmer. But emergencies, not political will, have often driven major reform.
Trump visa crackdown threatens small US colleges and their towns
Trump visa crackdown and declining international student numbers are hurting small US college towns like Oxford, Ohio, with Miami University losing over 2,000 students.
Melbourne law professor settles case over 'Blak' activists email
Dr Eric Descheemaeker settles discrimination case against University of Melbourne over leaked email about 'Blak' activists and law school's direction.
Universities struggle to cope as student mental health crisis deepens
British universities face rising student mental health crises, from suicides to protests, as staff struggle to meet demand for support.
Edinburgh University may drop IHRA antisemitism definition amid colonial legacy review
Edinburgh University reviews IHRA antisemitism definition and Israel-linked investments after report on colonial legacy and Balfour Declaration.
Myleene Klass emotional as daughter Ava begins university
Myleene Klass has described the emotional moment she dropped off her 18-year-old daughter Ava at university, reflecting on raising her as a single mother and taking a swipe at her ex.
Student group aims to reform elite universities, not destroy them
A student network called Class Action is challenging the elitism of US universities while defending their role, seeking reform rather than destruction.
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