Higher education needs structural changes to flourish in the AI era
Universities should prioritise academic integrity, labour market demands and integrated digital ecosystems to harness the promise of AI and other tools
February 23, 2026
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Duty of care: making university safe for all
Safeguarding advice to help universities look after students and staff, both on campus and online
February 23, 2026 -
Three ways for universities to collaborate with industry
Find advice on knowledge transfer and working with outside companies to help students gain experience, leverage existing research infrastructure and build solid partnerships
February 23, 2026 -
When should universities speak up – or shut up?
A principled default of reticence, paired with clear criteria for instances when speaking out, is essential and offers a credible and sustainable path for universities, says Steven G. Poskanzer
February 23, 2026 -
How female academics can turn network awareness into advancement
The ability to map, navigate and capitalise on professional connections – and disconnections – is not gender neutral, as Eric Quintane explains
February 23, 2026 -
AI won’t replace qualitative researchers – it might help them
Large language models may not simply replicate human analyses of qualitative data; they can offer additional insights and both challenge researchers' assumptions and prompt further reflection on their interpretations
February 21, 2026 -
Inspire the next generation of bioengineering lab technicians
STEM outreach workshops can encourage school students to pursue careers as laboratory research scientists. Nana Asante Asamoah-Danso offers advice on creating memorable and engaging experiences
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A university educators’ guide to universal design for learning
What is universal design for learning, what benefits does it offer students and how can you implement it in your classroom? Find out all you need to know
February 20, 2026 -
‘Joy doesn’t dilute academic rigour. It sustains it’
By weaving playfulness, humour and authenticity into teaching, research and departmental culture, academics can spark curiosity, strengthen collaboration and tackle difficult conversations, say Alice Wilson and Madeleine Steeds
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More than singing: a university choir as a cultural hub
Flexibility, pedagogical sensitivity, community and well-being – far more than artistic perfection – emerge as strong notes in the process of establishing a university choir
February 20, 2026 -
Take your academic writing skills to the next level
Whether writing a paper or a book, find out how to improve your academic writing at each stage of the process
February 19, 2026 -
How business schools can produce globally minded graduates
Make internationalisation a core part of the student experience, rather than an optional extra, by embedding it into the curriculum
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So you’ve decolonised your reading list – what’s next?
Reframe knowledge, champion transparency and draw on student experiences to create balanced curricula that build belonging and critical thinking, says Patrice Seuwou
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‘Let’s treat writing as shared infrastructure rather than private struggle’
Academic writing is often framed as something faculty should simply manage better; when they struggle, the blame is put on the individual academic. But this explanation doesn’t hold, as Rachel Gabriele explains
February 19, 2026 -
Tips on using GenAI to make the university classroom more interactive
Find out how to deploy GenAI tools to increase participation, tailor learning to each student’s needs and foster collaboration across disciplines
February 18, 2026