Black History Month – Why Black Women need recognition all year round (Saluting Our Sisters)

In this Black History Month blog, Ayo Barley writes about the importance of recognising Black women. In a world where recognition of the contributions of Black women often falls short, it’s time to shine a well-deserved spotlight on Black women during Black History Month (BHM). This year, we delve into the multifaceted theme that highlights the remarkable achievements and enduring …

Block letters spelling "PhD" on top of a stack of books next to a piggy bank in front of a green wall

The Perfect PhD Candidate

In this blog, Dr Bukola Oyinloye shares findings from a study of academic and professional staff’s perspectives of doctoral success and draws some implications for the project. To gain insight into the qualities desired of PhD candidates, in Workstream two, we interviewed academics from the Humanities, Social Sciences, and Sciences and professional staff significantly involved in the review and selection …