Vivienne Stern
@viviennestern.bsky.social
CEO of Universities UK
I never went to university but I’d love to do a mad PhD”. Love it @thetimes.com
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I never went to university but I’d love to do a mad PhD
‘I always thought students spent three years getting stoned, lying that they were into jazz — then got their parents’ mates to give them a job’
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October 28, 2025 at 7:22 AM
I never went to university but I’d love to do a mad PhD”. Love it @thetimes.com
www.thetimes.com/article/09da...
www.thetimes.com/article/09da...
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Thriving universities are critical to driving growth and opportunity in the UK🌟
📢 In our submission to the government’s Autumn Budget, we outline how the sector needs the right support following a sustained, long-term erosion of funding.
See more on our submission: https://loom.ly/9gwXOV0
📢 In our submission to the government’s Autumn Budget, we outline how the sector needs the right support following a sustained, long-term erosion of funding.
See more on our submission: https://loom.ly/9gwXOV0
October 15, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Thriving universities are critical to driving growth and opportunity in the UK🌟
📢 In our submission to the government’s Autumn Budget, we outline how the sector needs the right support following a sustained, long-term erosion of funding.
See more on our submission: https://loom.ly/9gwXOV0
📢 In our submission to the government’s Autumn Budget, we outline how the sector needs the right support following a sustained, long-term erosion of funding.
See more on our submission: https://loom.ly/9gwXOV0
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🌟Unis are central to the UK’s future – driving growth, innovation and opportunity across every part of the country.
UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social explains why higher education is key to developing a highly skilled, innovative UK workforce.
UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social explains why higher education is key to developing a highly skilled, innovative UK workforce.
October 7, 2025 at 1:06 PM
🌟Unis are central to the UK’s future – driving growth, innovation and opportunity across every part of the country.
UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social explains why higher education is key to developing a highly skilled, innovative UK workforce.
UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social explains why higher education is key to developing a highly skilled, innovative UK workforce.
Worth reading this if you think that universities are simply failing to protect free speech or prevent antisemitism ( or possibly both) from @wonkhe.bsky.social wonkhe.com/blogs/ofs-re...
OfS rebalances the free speech/harassment see-saw on antisemitism
A probing exchange with OfS director Arif Ahmed exposes the legal and practical tensions at the heart of campus free speech guidance. Jim Dickinson looks at when happens when promises to Jewish studen...
wonkhe.com
October 7, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Worth reading this if you think that universities are simply failing to protect free speech or prevent antisemitism ( or possibly both) from @wonkhe.bsky.social wonkhe.com/blogs/ofs-re...
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Universities UK has issued a statement on antisemitism, ahead of the anniversary tomorrow of the 7th October attacks.
Read in full: loom.ly/59nKCIQ
Read in full: loom.ly/59nKCIQ
A statement from Universities UK on antisemitism
Ahead of the anniversary of the October 7th atrocities, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK said:
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October 6, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Universities UK has issued a statement on antisemitism, ahead of the anniversary tomorrow of the 7th October attacks.
Read in full: loom.ly/59nKCIQ
Read in full: loom.ly/59nKCIQ
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In light of the tragic events in Manchester, we reaffirm our commitment to safe & inclusive universities.
Antisemitism has no place in society or on our campuses.
🔗See our guidance: https://loom.ly/1Mvnups
Antisemitism has no place in society or on our campuses.
🔗See our guidance: https://loom.ly/1Mvnups
October 3, 2025 at 9:15 AM
In light of the tragic events in Manchester, we reaffirm our commitment to safe & inclusive universities.
Antisemitism has no place in society or on our campuses.
🔗See our guidance: https://loom.ly/1Mvnups
Antisemitism has no place in society or on our campuses.
🔗See our guidance: https://loom.ly/1Mvnups
I wasn’t going to mention it… but he didn’t so much scrap it as increase it.
Hahaha. Starmer scraps the never-existed "50 per cent of kids will go to uni" target and announces a 70 per cent target of "higher education or a gold standard apprenticeship". A mix of academic and vocational that basically what was actually in the OG Blair target!
September 30, 2025 at 4:20 PM
I wasn’t going to mention it… but he didn’t so much scrap it as increase it.
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Plans to fund maintenance grants via an international student levy risk harming access. Our analysis shows government policy could cost the sector £1.4bn this year leaving even less to support disadvantaged students.
https://loom.ly/YVKNP-Y
https://loom.ly/YVKNP-Y
September 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Plans to fund maintenance grants via an international student levy risk harming access. Our analysis shows government policy could cost the sector £1.4bn this year leaving even less to support disadvantaged students.
https://loom.ly/YVKNP-Y
https://loom.ly/YVKNP-Y
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🎤UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social spoke on the latest episode of the BBC’s Universities Challenged series, on the topic: 'is going to university worth it?'
Listen here⬇️ https://loom.ly/HVm1XgI
Listen here⬇️ https://loom.ly/HVm1XgI
Universities Challenged - Is it worth it? - BBC Sounds
With all the problems facing universities, is it still worth getting a degree?
www.bbc.co.uk
September 24, 2025 at 3:45 PM
🎤UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social spoke on the latest episode of the BBC’s Universities Challenged series, on the topic: 'is going to university worth it?'
Listen here⬇️ https://loom.ly/HVm1XgI
Listen here⬇️ https://loom.ly/HVm1XgI
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🌟How a partnership between 5 Scottish unis is helping to remove barriers for med-tech ideas to reach patients.
See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo
#DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social
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#DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 8:21 AM
🌟How a partnership between 5 Scottish unis is helping to remove barriers for med-tech ideas to reach patients.
See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo
#DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social
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#DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social
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Three stand-out initiatives from the #University of Bath are highlighted as part of a new national campaign launched by @universities-uk.bsky.social to showcase how universities connect skills and knowledge across the country, powering jobs, #innovation and #entrepreneurship.
September 17, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Three stand-out initiatives from the #University of Bath are highlighted as part of a new national campaign launched by @universities-uk.bsky.social to showcase how universities connect skills and knowledge across the country, powering jobs, #innovation and #entrepreneurship.
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💬‘Through the project, I not only discovered the vast career opportunities in life sciences ... but also gained the confidence to take my own steps forward.’ Jessica, King’s College London, My Life SC1ence participant
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September 22, 2025 at 9:52 AM
💬‘Through the project, I not only discovered the vast career opportunities in life sciences ... but also gained the confidence to take my own steps forward.’ Jessica, King’s College London, My Life SC1ence participant
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📢Unis across England are delivering impactful knowledge exchange – a wide range of activities that benefit local communities, businesses and beyond.
Published today, the Knowledge Exchange Framework shows the sector's willingness to measure this impact: https://loom.ly/ej1IbPg
Published today, the Knowledge Exchange Framework shows the sector's willingness to measure this impact: https://loom.ly/ej1IbPg
Knowledge exchange framework: Dashboard
Access the dashboard
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September 23, 2025 at 2:05 PM
📢Unis across England are delivering impactful knowledge exchange – a wide range of activities that benefit local communities, businesses and beyond.
Published today, the Knowledge Exchange Framework shows the sector's willingness to measure this impact: https://loom.ly/ej1IbPg
Published today, the Knowledge Exchange Framework shows the sector's willingness to measure this impact: https://loom.ly/ej1IbPg
I think this has been a very good, thoughtful and balanced series www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
BBC Sounds - Universities Challenged - Available Episodes
Listen to the latest episodes of Universities Challenged on BBC Sounds.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 23, 2025 at 9:41 PM
I think this has been a very good, thoughtful and balanced series www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...
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“You just don’t appreciate it. Your universities. Come on. You’re too humble.”
Jensen Huang’s £500m investment is a bold vote of confidence in UK universities and their global tech impact.
Learn more about our digital and tech contributions: https://loom.ly/g5ypATI 🎓📈
Jensen Huang’s £500m investment is a bold vote of confidence in UK universities and their global tech impact.
Learn more about our digital and tech contributions: https://loom.ly/g5ypATI 🎓📈
Digital and technologies
The digital and technologies sector develops and applies advanced technologies and digital tools to drive transformative changes in our economy and society.
www.universitiesuk.ac.uk
September 18, 2025 at 1:09 PM
“You just don’t appreciate it. Your universities. Come on. You’re too humble.”
Jensen Huang’s £500m investment is a bold vote of confidence in UK universities and their global tech impact.
Learn more about our digital and tech contributions: https://loom.ly/g5ypATI 🎓📈
Jensen Huang’s £500m investment is a bold vote of confidence in UK universities and their global tech impact.
Learn more about our digital and tech contributions: https://loom.ly/g5ypATI 🎓📈
He meant well…
September 15, 2025 at 7:53 PM
He meant well…
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@viviennestern.bsky.social MBE, Chief Executive of @universitiesuk.bsky.social, joins host Prof Petra Wend to discuss the challenges facing higher education, including financial sustainability and the evolving landscape of mass university participation.
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June 26, 2025 at 11:28 PM
@viviennestern.bsky.social MBE, Chief Executive of @universitiesuk.bsky.social, joins host Prof Petra Wend to discuss the challenges facing higher education, including financial sustainability and the evolving landscape of mass university participation.
🎧https://lnkd.in/gm5amWV4
🎧https://lnkd.in/gm5amWV4
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📢 Today we’re proud to launch our campaign, showcasing the vital role UK universities play in the nation’s Industrial Strategy – driving growth in priority sectors, shaping future skills and supporting national renewal. #DegreesOfImpact
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September 8, 2025 at 8:21 AM
📢 Today we’re proud to launch our campaign, showcasing the vital role UK universities play in the nation’s Industrial Strategy – driving growth in priority sectors, shaping future skills and supporting national renewal. #DegreesOfImpact
See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo
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The report found the UK has one of the highest completion rates and lowest student dropout rates across the OECD.
80% of students complete their degree in the UK compared to 59% on average across the OECD⬇️
These figures highlight the continued value of HE in the UK.✨
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80% of students complete their degree in the UK compared to 59% on average across the OECD⬇️
These figures highlight the continued value of HE in the UK.✨
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September 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The report found the UK has one of the highest completion rates and lowest student dropout rates across the OECD.
80% of students complete their degree in the UK compared to 59% on average across the OECD⬇️
These figures highlight the continued value of HE in the UK.✨
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80% of students complete their degree in the UK compared to 59% on average across the OECD⬇️
These figures highlight the continued value of HE in the UK.✨
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📈According to the OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report, 90% of UK graduates aged 25–34 were in employment in 2024 – above the OECD average of 87%⬇️
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September 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
📈According to the OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report, 90% of UK graduates aged 25–34 were in employment in 2024 – above the OECD average of 87%⬇️
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📊The latest OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report shows the strong contribution of UK higher education⬇️
📈In 2023, UK graduates earned 37% more than non-graduates.
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📈In 2023, UK graduates earned 37% more than non-graduates.
@oecd-ocde.bsky.social
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September 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
📊The latest OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report shows the strong contribution of UK higher education⬇️
📈In 2023, UK graduates earned 37% more than non-graduates.
@oecd-ocde.bsky.social
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📈In 2023, UK graduates earned 37% more than non-graduates.
@oecd-ocde.bsky.social
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Unis help shape the UK's future skills needs, supporting national renewal.🌟
In partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines, @derbyuni.bsky.social created the Nuclear Skills Academy to train the next generation of nuclear engineers.
See more: https://loom.ly/b-SiLqo
In partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines, @derbyuni.bsky.social created the Nuclear Skills Academy to train the next generation of nuclear engineers.
See more: https://loom.ly/b-SiLqo
September 10, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Unis help shape the UK's future skills needs, supporting national renewal.🌟
In partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines, @derbyuni.bsky.social created the Nuclear Skills Academy to train the next generation of nuclear engineers.
See more: https://loom.ly/b-SiLqo
In partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines, @derbyuni.bsky.social created the Nuclear Skills Academy to train the next generation of nuclear engineers.
See more: https://loom.ly/b-SiLqo
