Between the excitement and nerves of moving out of home for the first time, it’s fair to say insurance isn’t always a top priority for students. But in this article, …
Fresh perspectives on the Global Student Living Conference 2019
After the success of 2018’s inaugural Global Student Living Conference, we decided to do it all over again – this time in London. Hosted at BMA House, near to Euston …
Inside Red Brick: Improving your Student Union communications strategy
Our latest Inside Red Brick piece is by Research Manager Zoe Revell, drawing on her wealth of expertise with Student Unions to share some recommendations for enhancing your SU communications strategy. Student Unions are widely …
6 free ways to boost Higher Education social media engagement
The digital era has totally transformed the way we communicate. Thanks to smartphones and near ubiquitous connection, we’re able to plug in anywhere and everywhere. And when it comes to …
Generation Z – how well do you know your new students?
We’re all aware of and well versed on Millennials. They’re one of the most widely talked about and researched generations. They are also on track to become the most educated …
To Leicester and back again: Reflections on the Global Student Living Conference 2018
Last week we were delighted to welcome leaders and practitioners concerned with student mental health and wellbeing to the University of Leicester for the Global Student Living Conference 2018. The …
Promoting Student Wellbeing
Almost five times as many students as 10 years ago have told their universities about a mental health condition, according to the Institute of Public Policy Research analysis published earlier …
Creating and launching a new university course
Creating a new university course is much more challenging than it first seems. A good idea is not enough to take a concept through to completion; demand and merit must …
Graduate Recruitment in Banking
From swapping chequebooks for apps to the rise of insurgent banking brands, the banking industry is evolving. Here we take a look at what impact this has on graduate recruitment …
Creating community on campus
The first year of university can be overwhelming. Students find themselves away from home in a new location, without friends or any other established support network. When you add in …