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With less than a week to go, the excitement for #UKTGA2024 is building fast! And right on cue, Manchester Evening News has published a timely article where Professor Duncan Ivison, the newly appointed President and Vice Chancellor of the University of Manchester is interviewed. He underscores the crucial relationship between universities and their surrounding communities and partners—an issue that’s close to our hearts and central to this year’s discussions. The article (https://lnkd.in/eXR7bE8k) delves into the challenges facing student accommodation and the evolving landscape of higher education, setting the stage for meaningful conversations at the conference. ? Professor Ivison is one of the standout voices on these topics and we are proud to have him as one of our keynote speakers. He brings deep insights into the ways strong town-gown partnerships can unlock incredible opportunities for both students and the wider community. As he opens the conference on Day One, you’ll have the chance to hear his vision for the future and his ideas on tackling the complex challenges that universities and cities are navigating together. ? Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of the UKTGA Conference experience. For the full lineup of presentations, workshops, panels, and networking events, visit our website, www.uktga.org. Whether you’re a professional in the field or a curious participant, this year’s conference promises to be an inspiring and transformative experience. Grab your ticket?now and get ready to dive into a conference full of thought-provoking dialogue and invaluable connections! The UKTGA 2024 Conference is sponsored by: LINK Strategic Partners, Studentpad, British Heart Foundation and Cover4insurance.com. #campusandcommunity #StudentEngagement #communitycohesion

We're proud to announce Cover4insurance.com as a Gold Sponsor for #uktga2024! ? Cover4insurance has been providing student accommodation providers with packages for over 25 years and is chosen by several of the UK’s leading educational establishments and private sector accommodation providers to insure their residents. ? In addition to the block halls of residence insurance schemes to universities and accommodation providers cover4insurance provide personal possessions policies for individual students, graduates and young professionals living in shared and rented accommodation. ? Here are just some of the benefits Cover 4 insurance can bring to your organisation and its student population: - A value added service - ?residents personal possessions are automatically insured within the accommodation. - Peace of mind -?residents can relax knowing their covered against events beyond there control. For example they would be covered against loss or damage caused by theft, fire, flood, storm etc. - One master policy for all residents?- To keep things simple, this policy can apply to both managed or owned accommodation. - Minimal administration?– They manage the administration and deal with all the claims, all we need to know is the number of bed spaces. - Walk in theft cover??- "Walk in Theft" cover - basically there doesn't need to be a physical break-in to the property for cover to be in place. For example: somebody comes back with one of other residents room mates walks into his/her room and steals an item then he/she are still covered provided they report it to the police For more information about the cover 4 insurance’s student focused products explore their website: https://lnkd.in/ejyF5hCE. ? Throughout the conference, representatives from Cover4insurance will be available to discuss their range of products and explain how they can enhance your student offer. ? For more information on the UKTGA Conference 2024, including the programme, and to purchase tickets, please visit https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22. #campusandcommunity #studentengagement #communitycohesion

At #uktga2024 we're looking forward to joining Michael Akin, Dr Julian Skyrme, Professor Karen Salt, John Fell, and Jennie Henley as they discuss Civic Engagement and the University: Impact on Hyperlocal Communities. When civic university pledges explicitly prioritise community cohesion, they encourage sustained partnerships that are more responsive and accountable to local needs. This commitment can transform universities into anchor institutions that not only educate but also act as catalysts for social cohesion, helping to bridge divides and foster a sense of belonging across the neighbourhoods they serve. But do these pledges penetrate the local landscape effectively and is there more we could be doing to become rooted within the communities we serve? Register for your conference ticket now: https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.

??? The Rise of Civic Universities Universities are increasingly embracing their role as "anchor institutions" in their local communities. Here at the NCIA is supporting this shift. What does it mean to be a truly "civic" university? Explore the NCIA model and its potential impact in the new OECD report, on higher education in England and Wales. https://buff.ly/48h0OZa #CivicUniversities #CommunityEngagement #HigherEd

With less than 14 days to go until the start of #UKTGA2024 we wanted to highlight a fantastic panel discussion we have lined up! We have pulled together experts to share their experience and insights on future developments in the sector. Join Reece Lemon, Michael Akin and Alexander "AJ" Wray as they discuss 'Forging Connections through Planning, Architecture, and Policy - Best Practice in navigating the complex spaces of Town and Gown'. Town and Gown relationships exist wholly in context and draw on a complex spatial character that is experienced differentially by users - whether students, academic staff, custodial staff, and the wider community. The design of education spaces - whether campuses or individual buildings - is not accidental. The Planning System is complicated and often misunderstood, though seeks to strike balance across disciplines. Is the balance between Town and Gown the 'right' one, and if it is, who is it 'right' for? Let's discuss... Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of these discussions and the many more engaging and idea provoking sessions we have lined up. Tickets for conference are still available now: https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.

Get ready to take your understanding of student and community relations to the next level! Alongside a packed programme of dynamic sessions and thought-provoking discussions at the UKTGA Conference 2024, we’re excited to offer an exclusive training opportunity to deepen your knowledge of studentification. Our special course, "Studentification and Town and Gown Relations: Strategies for Harmonious Coexistence," is designed to help you build stronger connections between students, universities, and local communities. 1-4pm Sunday, 10 November? ￡135 for UKTGA/ITGA members | ￡185 for non-members ? Studentification—the influx of students into local areas—brings both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. As this growing trend shapes towns and cities across the UK and beyond, this interactive training course offers you the tools to turn these shifts into opportunities for positive change. Don't miss your chance to level up your expertise! Registration for training closes soon, so be sure to sign up today. Simply register for the training course when you secure your UKTGA Conference ticket - https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.

We are thrilled to have Simon Merrywest, Director for the Student Experience at The University of Manchester, as one of our keynote welcome address speakers for the upcoming UKTGA conference! Simon brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table, and we are excited for you to hear his insights and perspectives. Simon leads the Directorate and has overall responsibility for its staff and operations. He is also a member of the Professional Services Leadership Team and works in partnership with the Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students and other senior colleagues and students in the development and delivery of strategies to deliver an outstanding experience for all students. For further information on the conference, and to purchase your ticket, visit https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.

We're excited to see Joseph Maspo's presentation, Supporting a Diverse Off Campus Population: Insights from an American University, at #uktga2024! What support resources does a diversifying off campus student population expect its university to provide? What should a university provide? Using recent examples of department programming and initiatives, this presentation will explore how the Off Campus Student Life department at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst expanded its traditional service and education-based model to incorporate new student support and wellbeing initiatives. Attendees will come away with further knowledge on how to create programming and adapt services in ways that meet the needs of their own changing off campus population. There's still time to purchase your ticket: https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.

We're pleased to announce that British Heart Foundation are a Gold Sponsor for our upcoming UKTGA Conference! From books to beds, footwear to fridges British Heart Foundation helps students, staff and landlords to donate their pre-loved items to help lifesaving research. Working in partnership with universities, private accommodation providers, local councils and private student landlords to reduce waste and improve circularity, contributing to organisational sustainability targets and UK Sustainable Development Goals. The British Heart Foundation’s dedicated #PackForGood team?are on hand to support partners, offering bespoke solutions for their organisation. #Packforgood is a free service with scalable resources designed to support year-round donations, capacity to manage demand during peak move-out periods and the capability to support site-wide upgrade and refurbishment programs, ensuring that pre-loved items are reused effectively. By harnessing the power of pre-loved, we raise vital funds to support the 7.6 million people in the UK living with heart and circulatory diseases. Throughout the conference, representatives from British Heart Foundation will be available to discuss their range of solutions and explain how they can support your student population to contribute to raising funds for the vital work the British Heart Foundation does across the country. For more information on the UKTGA Conference 2024, including the programme, and to purchase tickets, please visit the website - https://lnkd.in/e7EheS22.