15 Nov 18Challenges facing HR Functions of Today’s HEIs The objective of this event is to provide higher education sector leaders with the opportunity to hear experts discuss the pressures on the HR functions within the higher education sector, some of the current key challenges HR functions are facing and how some of these can be addressed.
10 Oct 18Well-being and Mental Health in London HE: Panel Discussion October 10 is World Mental health day. To mark the occasion, London Higher are hosting a mental health and well-being event for London HEIs
19 Jun 18London Higher Launch Event – Mapping Project for HEI Regeneration links with the Greater London Authority London Higher Launch Event - Mapping Project for HEI Regeneration links with the Greater London Authority
13 Jun 18London Higher Summer Plenary and Reception. London Higher's Annual Summer Plenary and Reception.
10 May 18Research Excellence Group (spring) Guest Speaker: David Sweeney, Executive Chair Designate of Research England
04 May 18London Higher Europe Event: Information Session on 2019 European Funding – Food and Bioeconomy London Higher Europe is a Special Interest Group of 11 institutions within London Higher, in partnership with London's European Office, which represents the Mayor in Brussels. Our aim is to broaden members' European contacts and knowledge of EU funding. This meeting will gather academics and administrators from among member institutions for a discussion with the Horizon 2020 national contact point for food Ian Holmes (Innovate UK). We will focus on the 2019 Calls, going into detail and planning future actions which could support our members to apply for funding. London Higher Europe runs thematic meetings like this at key points during the year and outputs include showcase events in Brussels, lobbying delegations, collaborative proposals and panel discussions. For more information on the initiative, please visit: www.londonhigher.eu or contact jordan.hill@londonhigher.ac.uk
19 Apr 18Visa Club: workshop on Tiers 2 and 5 Visa compliance rules for academic staff and visitors under Tiers 2 and 5
17 Apr 18London Higher Europe Workshop: Brexit and the implications for FP9 On the 17th April 2018, between 14:00 and 17:00, London Higher Europe will be running a workshop looking at the practical implications of Brexit on institutions wishing to apply for funding from the next European Framework Programme for Research and Innovation. The aim of this event will be to get a clear view of where the current negotiations appear to be heading and how institutions will need to adapt their strategies to take into account the UK's changed status after it's withdrawal from the European Union. Registration is only open to members of the London Higher Europe consortium although it is possible that closer to the time we may have places available to the wider London Higher group. See www.londonhigher.eu for further details and to find out if your institution is part of the London Higher Europe Group.
12 Apr 18A discussion of the future of London HE with Chris Millward, Director of Fair Access and Participation. A discussion meeting alongside Chris Millward, newly appointed as the Director of Fair Access and Participation at the Office for Students.
12 Apr 18‘It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.’ Creative Arts research practice in today’s climate. Creative Arts research practice in today’s climate.
27 Feb 18Student Entrepreneurship Group Meeting London Higher has been working with the heads of Student Entrepreneurship from among member institutions over the past few months to put together a work programme for 2018. This meeting will look at plans for student competitions, training events and ideas for collaborations to be run in the coming year. If you are not a member of this group and wish to join, please email Dr Michael Reynier to find out more.
22 Feb 18London Higher Europe Workshop: Engaging with SMEs in the European Context On Thursday the 22nd of February 2018 between 14:00 and 17:00, London Higher Europe will be running a workshop aimed at Research Managers, Administrators and Academics who are working with European partners. The aim will be to learn some key principles which can be applied when running projects with SMEs across Europe, to understand their ways of working and run through solutions to common problems. Registration is only open to members of the London Higher Europe consortium, it is possible that closer to the time we may have places available. See www.londonhigher.eu for further details and to find out if your institution is part of the London Higher Europe Group.
15 Feb 18London Higher Roundtable with Executive Chair Designate, Research England, David Sweeney. London Higher Roundtable with Executive Chair Designate, Research England, David Sweeney.
09 Feb 18London Works Steering Group. A meeting alongside member institutions to discuss the progress and future of the 'Studying in London' hub on the Student Room.
01 Feb 18Research Excellence Group (winter) Guest Speaker: Kevin Baughan, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, InnovateUK.
30 Jan 18London Effect Task Group meeting. The second meeting in a series to discuss the 'London Effect' and assess and mitigate it's affects (if any) upon the unique student experience among London's Higher Education institutions.
26 Jan 18Private: London Higher Brexit Task Group Meeting The London Higher Brexit Task Group, which was formed last year, will meet once more on Friday 26th January 2018 from 10:00 to 12:00. The group will be reviewing its activities from 2017 and exploring potential areas of work for 2018. This is in response to the agreement between the UK and EU to move onto the second phase of negotiations, announced in December last year. The group is made up of heads of institutions from among London's Higher Education Cluster.
25 Jan 18London Higher Roundtable with Professor Madeleine Atkins, Chief Executive HEFCE. London Higher Roundtable with Professor Madeleine Atkins, Chief Executive HEFCE.
24 Jan 18London Works Student Event. A student event to help guide the 'Studying in London' Hub on the Student Room website.
12 Dec 17Heads of Entrepreneurship Group Bringing together the Heads of Student Entrepreneurship across London to discuss sharing expertise
06 Dec 17London Higher Europe – Early Career Researchers Trip This annual trip targets those new to the research world and aims to introduce them to EU opportunities.
05 Dec 17House of Lords Reception 2017 The event will offer our group of Vice Chancellors, MPs and Peers explore how London’s higher education institutions can develop skills, drive innovation, create opportunities, support business and introduce new ideas.
04 Dec 17Private meeting with the Migration Advisory Committee on International Students. The aim of this event, organised in partnership with London First, is to bring together London's HE Sector to share their insights and views with the MAC.
16 Nov 17Commercialising your Research in the European Context A free one-day information session run for London Higher Europe members on commercializing research for EU funding programmes.
02 Nov 17London Higher Compass Initiative: Forum Three. London Higher, together with the Nous Group, are hosting their third and final Compass Initiative Forum for 2017.
