Tara Welsh

Projects and Events Coordinator, UEA International & Aurora Universities Network

[Tara Welsh @LadyTara56]

Welcome to all of our guests at today's UEA Open Day Wecome Talk and to say a big 'thank you' to them all for braving the weather and road closures to get here!! @UEAEvents

[CALL TO ACTIVISM @CalltoActivism]

I almost spit my drink out. 🤣

[Martin Lewis @MartinSLewis]

IMPORTANT PLS SHARE. It's rumoured the English £9,250 tuition fee cap may be raised this pm for the 1st time in 8yrs, as University's finances are strained. As student finance misunderstandings abound, I've bashed out a few notes to help...

1. Higher tuition fees WON'T change what most pay each year. For most, they're paid for you by the student loans company and you repay afterwards only if you earn over the threshold. The amount you repay each year (9% over the threshold) solely depends on what you earn not on what you borrow.

2. Increasing tuition fees will only see those who clear the loan in full over the 40yrs pay more. That is generally mid-high to higher earning university leavers only, so the cost of increasing them will generally be born by the more affluent. Most lower and middle earning university leavers will simply pay 9% extra tax above the threshold for 40yrs (and higher tuition fees won't change that)

3. The rise is tuition fees is likely to be trivial compared to the changes the last govt made for 2023 starters. 2023 starters had their repayment thresholds dropped to £25,000 (from £27,295/yr) and had the time they had to keep repaying for (unless cleared) extended to 40years from 30years.

So these higher annual repayments for longer, increased by over 50% the amount many graduates will eventually have to pay back for going to university. Yet they were almost stealth changes because people can't intuitively feel the seismic impact.

Changing tuition fees is a more obvious rise, but in reality has far less of an impact on the amount most will repay (though combined with the 2023 changes it does certainly up the cost).

4. The biggest practical problem for students isnt tution fees (even if raised) its the fact maintenace loans aren't big enough. English maintenance loans have not kept pace with inflation. I'd urge the govt to couple the tuition fee loans with bigger living loans - if not it is a real risk to social mobility, with those from the poorest backgrounds likely to be worse affected.

I could write more, but will stop here, hopefully this gives an idea the issues are less straightforward than many feel.

[Tara Welsh @LadyTara56]

UEA students will once again have on-campus access to medicine due to a new partnership between the University and an independent pharmacist. The Pharmacy is due to open in the Autumn and will be located next to the Medical Centre on University Drive @uniofeastanglia @UEAEvents

[Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall @HughFW]

4/4 We are desperate to find him and if you have seen anything at all that could help us please call 101 and quote the case number 15:644. I’m also posting the appeal from the local news website with a picture of Nick. https://t.co/uNVxPnAIAG

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Our last session today will have us looking back at our current program and sharing the steps we are taking to prepare for the future bid. Scan the QR code in the programme to join us at 16:30 for a reflective session. #AuroraUDEBiannual 

See you there! 
https://t.co/5pJKCfBy4r

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Day 2 of the Aurora Biannual hosted by the University of Duisburg-Essen. Ready to network with other passionate individuals dedicated to making a positive societal impact? Connect with us at the #AuroraUDEBiannual 2022! https://t.co/5pJKCfBy4r

[Aurora @aurora_org]

"Students are an asset, they are capable of providing us with the perspective that those of us who spent years or even decades entrenched in academia and high-level decision-making may not see as clearly." Aurora Student Council President, Alma Ágústdóttir #AuroraUDEBiannual

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Don't miss out on your chance to hear about groundbreaking developments in sustainable resources and mobility at the virtual #AuroraUDEBiannual. Register and dial in on November 9th and 10th for keynotes, educational workshops, and student-led discussions. https://t.co/5pJKCfBy4r

[Aurora @aurora_org]

One year in, Aurora Research and Innovation made strides in human resources, entrepreneurial engagement, and open science. Join us to discuss how we can continue to improve the R&I landscape. 

📅 8 Nov at 13:00 CET 

https://t.co/yKH9cndCky

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Stay ahead of the curve by attending the #AuroraUDEBiannual 2022, where experts share their research on sustainable resources and mobility in Europe. Join the open sessions and let's discuss the future of sustainability. Programme and registration here: https://t.co/5pJKCfBy4r

[Tara Welsh @LadyTara56]

@Muslim_Hikers @Haroon_Mota Makes me sad to read things like this. Happy walking to you all.🙂

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Join us for the Autumn Biannual as we look to the future of Aurora whilst also exploring sustainable futures for our planet. This year's program features keynotes on clean water, sustainable tourism, and more. Learn more about the event and register now: https://t.co/5pJKCfBy4r

[Tara Welsh @LadyTara56]

@VictoriaIsherw1 How?? 🤣🤣🤣

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Are you a researcher or PhD student looking to advance in your field? Then don't miss this Aurora CDS Training Event. You'll get access to expert training and mentorship that will help you take your career to the next level. More about the programme here: https://t.co/RToayJu4Hf

[DUKE OF WELLINGTON @DUKENORWICH]

Macmillan Coffee morning
Saturday 1st October 11am

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Join us for a live workshop on assessing the social impact of European universities as we focus on how to innovate teaching, research, and knowledge diffusion across multiple contexts whilst evaluating universities' social impact. Follow it live: https://t.co/0fyYYDHhVq

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Aurora is hosting a session today on How international collaboration in higher education can contribute to tackling the SDGs at the Science Summit at #UNGA77. Want to know how we demonstrate which actions our universities take to address the SDGs?
https://t.co/BsSbelwJW5

[Aurora @aurora_org]

Boost your employability and enhance your innovative thinking capacities at the MSCA Doctoral Network Info day!

You will gain an understanding of the program and learn how to write a proposal that meets the criteria. Register now and join us tomorrow! https://t.co/LT7kJake8r