It was only a relatively short time ago - in March this year - that the World Health Organisation declared Covid-19 a pandemic. We know now that it is likely to be many, many months before the UK pronounces its outbreak over; and certainly years before it is over globally.
The representations of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) roles is improving, but there’s work to be done. As of 2018, WISE Campaign (Women into Science and Engineering) announced that the UK is on track to have one million women working in the field by 2020. These statistics are encouraging, and demonstrate an improvement in opportunities shown to young women who pursue the career path.
Bethany Donaghy, PhD student at LJMU, shares her personal experience with autism, describes common misconceptions, and talks about diagnosis and support.
22 universities, including Liverpool John Moores University and JMSU have pledged to develop a Student Futures Manifesto joint action between a university and its students to improve the student experience.
During week commencing Monday 3 February 2020, LJMU will be taking part in National Student Money Week. The theme for this year is 'Spend Healthy, Live Healthy: Sustainable Money' and during the week we will focus on reducing waste and saving money.
Shopping trolleys will be used to help save people from suffering a stroke by identifying irregular heartbeats, as part of a new medical trial.
Here, our Student Advice and Wellbeing Money Advice Team Leader, James Forshaw, gives us his advice on how to manage your budget, as well as money saving tips for the future.
Find out more about the Graduate and Placement Recruitment Fair which takes place on Wednesday 12 October, featuring 50+ employers from a range of sectors looking to hire students from across all courses and disciplines.
Emily Roxbee Cox on how she wants to give students the best possible experience
We caught up with Oli Fitzsimmons, Trans and Non-Binary Part-Time Officer at John Moores Students Union, following Trans Day of Visibility, to hear from him on what an inclusive LJMU community looks like.