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UK Supreme Court ruling on legal definition of woman
Dear colleagues, I am writing to address the recent UK Supreme Court ruling on the legal definition of woman under the Equality Act 2010. The court's decision has clarified that, for the purposes of this Act, the term woman refers to someone born biologically female. While the ruling provides this...
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Celebrating more than 1,000 years of service at the University
The University has celebrated staff who have achieved 25 years and 40 years’ continuous service. Each awardee was presented with a certificate and gift in appreciation for their long service with the University. The ceremony was hosted by Principal George Boyne, who was introduced by Chief Operating Officer Liz Rattray,...
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Personal Data Breaches - what you need to know
Would you recognise a personal data breach? It’s not only about sending an email to the wrong person. A breach is where you have lost personal data; sent to the wrong person; deleted or corrupted data; or you have accessed information to which you have no entitlement. It is important to...
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Changes to the UOA Rewards Benefits Scheme on 29/04/2025
Important Information – Changes to the UOA Rewards Benefits Scheme on 29/04/2025 The University is currently changing providers for both its Employee Benefits and Employee Assistance Programme. A new Employee Benefits platform and Employee Assistance Programme will be available to sign up to from 1 May 2025, however we understand that if you...
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Compline by Candlelight
Come and unwind on Wednesdays after a busy day as the Chapel Choir sing the beautifully reflective service of Compline. The melodies will give you space to reflect and relax as they ring around our beautiful candlelit chapel. All welcome - and please join us for refreshments afterwards in the...
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German Filmklub: The Third Man
15 April, 5pm, MacRobert Building, MR051 Join us for the final German Filmklub this academic year on Tuesday 15th April, 5pm in MR051, to watch 'The Third Man' (Carol Reed, 1949, UK, 100 mins), an iconic and much-loved film, especially in the city where it’s set – Vienna. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9yyDEDGlr0. BBFC PG...
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Launch of the Directorate of Global Engagement, Marketing and Recruitment
Dear colleague, I am delighted to announce the launch of the Directorate of Global Engagement, Marketing and Recruitment. As a newly structured team, we will remain focused on driving forward our student recruitment efforts (domestic and international), while developing and expanding our global partnerships (including Transnational Education), and further strengthening our...
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Head of School of Language, Literature, Music & Visual Culture
Dear colleagues It gives me great pleasure to announce that following a competitive recruitment process Michelle Macleod has been appointed as the Head of School of Language, Literature, Music & Visual Culture. As you are aware Chris Collins’ term as Head of School concludes on 31 May 2025. Michelle will therefore...
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Recognition event held for bp Student Tutoring Scheme participants
The bp Student Tutoring Scheme held its annual recognition event on Thursday 27 March at the Aberdeen Art Gallery to celebrate the contribution of 38 students from the University of Aberdeen and 35 students from Robert Gordon University and North East Scotland College.
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Chief Governance Officer & University Secretary appointment
Dear colleagues We are delighted to announce that following an external search and subsequent recruitment process, Samantha Waters has been appointed to the role of Chief Governance Officer & University Secretary. Samantha, who has been undertaking the Interim University Secretary role, commenced the substantive position with effect from 17 March 2025. Samantha...