The University of Leeds is undergoing strategic change, with major programs in place to improve processes, systems, and technologies [fd3fd035]. Concerns have been raised about the capacity and ability to implement these programs within the current timetable [fd3fd035]. The Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer are working to recalibrate the timing and sequencing of change to ensure effectiveness and manageability [fd3fd035]. Planned change programs will proceed on a revised timeline, with the results of the recalibration work to be shared in the coming weeks [fd3fd035].
To engage with staff and discuss the ongoing implementation of the university's strategy, open Q&A events have been held [fd3fd035]. The university is also developing a new staff intranet to replace the 'For Staff' website [fd3fd035]. Additionally, the university has removed fees for resit assessments for taught students [fd3fd035].
In terms of student experience, the university is encouraging final year undergraduates to participate in the National Student Survey [fd3fd035]. The university has been recognized for reducing the use of casual contracts and for providing pay increases for colleagues in Grades 2 to 4 [fd3fd035].
The University of Leeds has the same academic entry standards for students regardless of their origin [fd3fd035]. However, international recruitment practices will be scrutinized by Universities UK [fd3fd035]. The Vice-Chancellor emphasizes the value of international students in fostering a global learning environment [fd3fd035].
In other news, the University of Leeds is celebrating the Lunar New Year [fd3fd035].