Archive for December 2010
Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year from Corporate Communications
24 December 2010
The University’s internal news service is now closed for the Christmas break. Normal operations resume on Tuesday 4 January 2011.
Adverse weather conditions – Christmas closure period
23 December 2010
Weather forecasts suggest that there may be further snow during the period when most of the University is closed (25 December to 3 January inclusive).
Proposed changes to Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) – end of consultation period approaches
22 December 2010
A package of proposed changes to the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) has been made by the USS Joint Negotiating Committee, and approved by the USS Trustee Board.
University open as normal (0700)
22 December 2010
The University of Bath will be open as normal today (Wednesday 22 December).
Christmas message from the Vice-Chancellor
21 December 2010
The Vice-Chancellor Professor Glynis Breakwell reflects on 2010.
Help the homeless this Christmas
21 December 2010
Bring a gift to student services to help the homeless this Christmas.
Success for enterprising Bath graduate
21 December 2010
Bath graduate Jason Malone has been named runner-up in a regional enterprise award.
University open as normal today (Tuesday 0715)
21 December 2010
Roads and paths have been cleared as far as possible. Some surfaces will, however, still be slippery/ icy. Staff, students and visitors are advised to take great care when using paths and car parks on campus.
University has closed early today (Monday 1400)
20 December 2010
Next announcement will be on the University website by 8am on Tuesday morning.
December pay day and payslip distribution
20 December 2010
University pay day this month is 22 December and payment by BACS will be made as usual, however due to the current adverse weather conditions the distribution of hard copy payslips around the campus will be disrupted.
Guidance on staff attendance during severe weather
20 December 2010
Revised guidance on staff attendence during severe weather has been approved by the Vice-Chancellor, following consultation with the Chair of the Emergency Management Team and the campus trade unions.
Tier 1 Post Study Work – biometric residence permits introduced
20 December 2010
Are you applying for a Tier 1 Post Study Work visa? From 14 December you will need to use the new application form. The new application form is also an application for a Biometric Residence Permit.
Clive Stevens to retire from estates after 35 years of service
20 December 2010
Clive Stevens, Technical Supervisor, is taking early retirement from the University after more than 35 years of service.
BUCS information: advice on speeding up Sunray
20 December 2010
Using the Advanced Windows desktop option on the Sunrays when it is not necessary could result in slowing down the speed of these services for everyone.
The University of Bath will be open as normal today (Monday 20 December)
20 December 2010
Roads and paths have been cleared as far as possible. Some surfaces will, however, still be slippery/ icy. Staff, students and visitors are advised to take great care when using paths and car parks on campus.
Adverse weather conditions – 19 December(1700)
19 December 2010
There is a substantial amount of snow and ice on campus, which is particularly affecting the car parks. Please, therefore, take great care on campus.
Adverse weather conditions –18 December 2010 (1030)
18 December 2010
There is a substantial amount of snow and ice on campus, which is particularly affecting the car parks. Please, therefore, take great care on campus.
Calling all school governors!
17 December 2010
School governors associated with the University are invited to share their experiences at an informal meeting on 25 January.
Report from Council Senate – 25 Nov 2010
16 December 2010
A report of items discussed at the last University Senate meeting