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If you're moving out of your halls of residence or private accommodation, always be considerate of neighbours and follow local guidelines for recycling and waste disposal.
Due to an overnight road closure on Kedleston Road from 6 to 20 July, all vehicles are advised to leave our Kedleston Road campus by 7:30pm at the latest. Pedestrian access is unaffected.
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We are aware of an incident that took place in Derby last night. We have not been made aware that any of our students or staff were involved but have contacted them to offer support. Our University buildings are operating as usual and our thoughts are with everyone affected.
Join us for an afternoon with Robert Lindsay on Friday 17 April, 3pm. At this free event, exclusively for staff and students, Robert will reflect on his career and what it takes to succeed in the world of theatre, television and film. Book now: https://t.co/e5z5ceWCxT
We've launched the Chancellor's Entrepreneurs' Club - an exclusive community to help you develop the mindset, skills and networks to become a future business leader. You don't need a business idea, just ambition, creativity and initiative. Apply now: https://t.co/qwCz84l2vi
We are monitoring the outbreak of meningitis in Kent closely and will continue to provide updates. For now, know the symptoms, look out for one another and maintain hygienic practices.
Know the symptoms of meningitis, these include a rash or severe headache. Look out for each other and seek medical advice if you or someone you know is unwell.
Make sure you're registered with a GP and check you've had the MenACWY and MMR vaccines.
Due to roadworks, the U1 is currently unable to serve Kedleston Road.
Until further notice the U1 will:
➡️ depart the University as normal
➡️ travel via A38 Queensway
to A52 Ashbourne Road
➡️ use Agard Street to rejoin normal route
Further info: https://t.co/e8Kh7EtUXf
The escalating situation in the Middle East is very concerning, and we understand that students may be worried about family and friends in the region.
Support is available for current students, keep checking this page for updates: https://t.co/4hPJB0HPk8
Our IT helpdesk has moved!
Our lovely team have moved from B-Block, so you can now access face-to-face IT support alongside our other support services in the Student Hub at Kedleston Road. Don't forget you can use live chat or raise a ticket online: https://t.co/sbbDWHik8H
Due to snowfall overnight, our Buxton, Chesterfield and iHub/NSA sites are closed – teaching will be delivered online. Our Derby sites are open but we will move teaching to online today and reschedule any other activity due to take place on site.
Due to heavy snowfall expected this afternoon onwards, all teaching at Buxton will take place online today and tomorrow (8-9 Jan). Exams will take place as planned. Our Derby and Chesterfield campuses are open and operating as usual ❄️
Our Derby, Chesterfield and Buxton sites are open today. Patches of ice may remain, so please take extra care while travelling to or around our sites.
Please stick to the cleared paths where possible. For more weather updates please check our website at https://t.co/eFNdhWHA6M
Teaching at our Buxton campus is planned to take place on site tomorrow (Wednesday 7 January).
Our Derby and Chesterfield sites are also expected to be open. The Met Office has issued a weather warning for ice overnight, so please take extra care while travelling.
Check our website for further updates: https://t.co/Atj4Ox9CTW
You can also call our weather number on 01332 597669 (01332 59 SNOW) which will be updated with the latest info.
Our Severe Weather Operations Team is monitoring the situation and will provide further updates. 2/2
❄️ All teaching at our Buxton campus tomorrow (Tuesday 6 January) will take place online, due to forecasts of further snow. Nationally scheduled exams taking place at Chiswick House at Buxton tomorrow (Tuesday 6 January) will be facilitated and will go ahead as planned. 1/2
Our Derby, Chesterfield and Buxton campuses are open today (Monday 5 Jan). Please be aware that the lower car park at our Buxton site and car parks at our Chesterfield site are currently closed. Please take care while travelling to or around our sites.