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Academic, global citizen, working with languages and cultures @King's College London
@bsky.app
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New research finds UK investment up to 18 per cent lower as a result of Brexit | King's College London
Study led by researchers at Kingâs Business School found that Brexit has had a substantial and lasting impact on the UK economy, with business investment hit hardest.
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/news/new-research-finds-uk-investment-up-to-18-per-cent-lower-as-a-result-of-brexit
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King's Strategy 2030: Serving society through academic excellence | King's College London
Kingâs has today launched a new five-year strategy to deliver exceptional outcomes for our students, advance our academic excellence and drive impact in service of society.
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/news/kings-strategy-2030-serving-society-through-academic-excellence
5 days ago
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America feels like a country on the brink of an authoritarian takeover | Francine Prose
This is the news we should be paying attention to. At least for the moment, everything else is a distraction
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/25/america-feels-like-a-country-on-the-brink-of-an-authoritarian-takeover
11 days ago
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Government's new International Education Strategy launched at King's | King's College London
The Minister for Skills visited Kingâs to launch the Governmentâs new International Education Strategy.
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/news/governments-new-international-education-strategy-launched-at-kings
16 days ago
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Hetan Shah
25 days ago
According to these figures London is safer than many if not all major North American cities. In 2025, there were 1.1 killings for every 100,000 residents of London, compared to 2.8 in New York, 5.6 in Los Angeles, 10.5 in Houston and 12.3 in Philadelphia
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...
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Londonâs homicide rate drops to lowest in more than a decade
Sadiq Khan says âpublic healthâ approach has made the capital one of the safest cities in the western world
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jan/12/london-homicide-rate-drops-to-lowest-in-more-than-a-decade?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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The Guardian
25 days ago
Sorry, Trump and Farage â London is no lawless âwarzoneâ. Violent crime is lower than ever | Sadiq Khan
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Sorry, Trump and Farage â London is no lawless âwarzoneâ. Violent crime is lower than ever | Sadiq Khan
Reformâs new candidate for mayor claims people pity Londoners for living in an unsafe capital. But the evidence is clear: weâre making our streets safer, says mayor of London Sadiq Khan
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jan/12/donald-trump-nigel-farage-london-crime-sadiq-khan?utm_term=Autofeed&CMP=bsky_gu&utm_medium=&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1768198515
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and "a debate on language teaching in the House of Lords saw skills minister Jacqui Smith say that the government is talking to the British Council about taking on the role of the national agency which will oversee the UKâs participation in Erasmus+."
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Erasmus+, student loans, Rhineland study tour
This week on the podcast from Nijmegen on the SUs study tour the team discuss the return of the UK to Erasmus+.
https://wonkhe.com/blogs/erasmus-student-loans-rhineland-study-tour/
27 days ago
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Best for Britain
28 days ago
This is why rejoining Erasmus+ is brilliant âŹïž "Students who've spent a year abroad building their language skills are 23% less likely to be unemployed after graduation." The next step should be a Youth Mobility Scheme.
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On Thursday, 8 January:
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Lords debates supply of modern foreign language teachers
Members discuss use of visa waivers to sustain language learning in schools and universities. Find out more
https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2026/jan-2026/members-debate-visa-waivers-and-the-supply-of-modern-foreign-language-teachers/
about 1 month ago
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"And from being a privilege, it [a university education] will start becoming a necessityâ for participating in advanced society."
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UK university degree no longer âpassport to social mobilityâ, says Kingâs vice-chancellor
Prof Shitij Kapur says there are too many graduates and degree is now just a âvisaâ to enter professional world
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2026/jan/03/uk-university-degree-no-longer-passport-to-social-mobility-says-kings-vice-chancellor
about 1 month ago
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Governance News Alert: OfS: Financial sustainability of higher education providers in England 2025 & HESA: Higher Education Provider Data: Finance | Advance HE
The OfS report sets out the regulatorâs view of the current financial condition of the sector and its resilience to financial challenge. The HESA data covers the income and expenditure of providers in...
https://www.advance-he.ac.uk/knowledge-hub/governance-news-alert-ofs-financial-sustainability-higher-education-providers-england
about 1 month ago
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Times Higher Education (THE)
about 1 month ago
The number of UK universities reporting financial shortfalls for the past academic year continues to climb as some pay out millions in redundancy costs.
Patrick Jack
reports
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/foreign-student-downturn-pushes-more-universities-deficit
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The Guardian
about 1 month ago
More than 60 Henri Matisse artworks donated to MusĂ©e dâArt Moderne in Paris
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More than 60 Henri Matisse artworks donated to MusĂ©e dâArt Moderne in Paris
Artistâs daughter Marguerite features in most of the pieces, kept in the family until âcomplete surpriseâ donation The MusĂ©e dâArt Moderne in Paris has received an âextraordinarily generousâ donation of 61 works by Henri Matisse that have been kept in the artistâs family. Most of the donated art â which includes paintings, drawings, etchings, lithographs and a sculpture â features the painterâs daughter Marguerite. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/jan/02/paris-musee-d-art-moderne-donation-henri-matisse-marguerite?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky&CMP=bsky_gu
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The Tennessee Holler
about 2 months ago
We are failing our kids
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Could this be in place for 2026-27?
www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d...
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UK to rejoin EUâs Erasmus student exchange programme
Exclusive: British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/16/uk-to-rejoin-eu-erasmus-student-exchange-programme?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
about 2 months ago
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Looking forward to 2026 and the
@aulc.bsky.social
's annual conference which will take place in Oxford (thank you
@marionsadoux.bsky.social
for hosting AULC:
www.lang.ox.ac.uk/event/aulc-2...
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AULC 2026 Annual Conference
https://www.lang.ox.ac.uk/event/aulc-2026-annual-conference
about 2 months ago
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Laura Phillips
about 2 months ago
Good news.
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UK to rejoin EUâs Erasmus student exchange programme
Exclusive: British students will be able to participate in EU-wide scheme from January 2027, sources say
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/dec/16/uk-to-rejoin-eu-erasmus-student-exchange-programme?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other
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and in turn her narratives have given shape to the stories of so many lives.
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A backstreet abortion nearly killed Annie Ernaux. It became a story that shaped her life
Annie Ernaux, who had an illegal abortion in 1963, went on to win the Nobel Prize in Literature.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp34n0v6rggo
about 2 months ago
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The Policy Institute
about 2 months ago
ICYMI The public think people arriving by small boats make up not only the largest share of asylum seekers, but the largest share of *all* immigrants. In fact, it's just 4% of the total number, write
@bobbyduffy.bsky.social
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@elielcohen.bsky.social
âĄïž
blogs.lse.ac.uk/politicsandp...
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So in 2025 in the USA decisions about women's health are to be made at state level but decisions on AI are too important to be made locally and are to be imposed at Federal Level by an administration that has created a system of co-dependency with the AI industry:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Trump signs order blocking states from enforcing own AI rules
California's governor Gavin Newsom issued a strongly-worded statement in response to the executive order.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/crmddnge9yro
about 2 months ago
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LINGUIST List 36.3477 Confs: XIX CercleS Conference 2026: The Role of Language Centres in a Fast-Changing World: Responding to Emerging Needs in Society, Communication, and Learning (Italy)
The LINGUIST List, International Linguistics Community Online.
https://linguistlist.org/issues/36/3477/
about 2 months ago
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Times Higher Education (THE)
about 2 months ago
The universities of East Anglia and Reading have both reported sizeable deficits in the latest sign that research-intensive non-Russell Group universities are being hit hard by the financial crunch facing the sector.
Patrick Jack
reports
https://ow.ly/BYOw50XCS2T
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Top UK scientist says research visa restrictions endanger economy
Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgl4vrlk7do
2 months ago
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www.cnbc.com/2025/12/03/a...
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November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reports
The payrolls decline marked a sharp step down from October, which saw an upwardly revised gain of 47,000 positions.
https://www.cnbc.com/2025/12/03/adp-jobs-report-november-2025-private-payrolls-unexpectedly-fell-by-32000-.html?msockid=18745e537ea2689b09a248e27fec69c5
2 months ago
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From Amazon to edtech: why universities are âripeâ for innovation
www.timeshighereducation.com/news/amazon-...
Quelques tournures de phrases intĂ©ressantes qui dĂ©mentent peut-ĂȘtre le message superficiel de collaboration avec le secteur
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From Amazon to edtech: why universities are âripeâ for innovation
Executive who oversaw Alexa and Prime as Jeff Bezosâ key adviser sets sights on establishing Coursera as âpartnerâ in technological development, rather than foe
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/amazon-edtech-why-universities-are-ripe-innovation
2 months ago
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Harry Wallop
2 months ago
Great culture can save lives. Literally. Amazing letter in todayâs
@thetimes.com
about Tom Stoppard
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A campaign update from the Head of MLC-LC
I thought I should update you all on the situation. I have chosen my words with care.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/campaign-update-from-head-mlc-lc-paul-smith-f4gse/?trackingId=oQ11aeDbo5%2Fi0ThbqqTq8A%3D%3D
2 months ago
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Why the UKâs market for students needs careful curation
www.timeshighereducation.com/depth/why-uk...
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Why the UKâs market for students needs careful curation
There have been more winners than losers since domestic student recruitment was uncapped in England. But without better stewardship, all institutions must do what they can to swing the market in their...
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/depth/why-uks-market-students-needs-careful-curation
2 months ago
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www.trumpactiontracker.info/about
"Attacking universities, schools, museums, culture: Any action that undermines the independence of universities Any action that undermines education more generally, Any action that attacks the the arts, humanities or social sciences..."
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https://www.trumpactiontracker.info/about
2 months ago
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WorldJustice7
2 months ago
đąđš TRUMP ACTION TRACKER: Brilliant UK-based Professor Christina Pagel, health services researcher and science communicator, is leading the work. âą Entries include source link & date âą Follow 3-minute updates on YouTube, etc Thank Prof. Pagelâ
@chrischirp.bsky.social
trumpactiontracker.info/about
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Nottingham University urged to reconsider proposed course suspensions
Dozens of students and staff gathered to protest against the potential future course closures on Monday.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/nottingham-university-blair-paul-smith-university-and-college-union-mps-b2872244.html
2 months ago
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The Policy Institute
2 months ago
"Brexit, in other words, is both cause and consequence of a lot of what is going on in our politics today." đŁïž
@anandmenon.bsky.social
of
@ukandeu.bsky.social
â based in the Policy Institute â recently gave his reflections on the "Brexit Revolution" for the Mackenzie-Stuart Lecture at Cambridge Uni
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Why wait for the New Year to set up your resolutions for learning a new language?
https://r.news.johnmurraypress.co.uk/tr/mr/fr89AhcJFvUFsqvY7C07P4PVLwQVrQB16mVBOT5KBJtX4jR2ODE3B-74bFaijVv2xIZgWFmyctX9h-P6YXbAy1ZjVcLNErzzqgwrjPqXoxAChgNFgxw1dz9pOZrFwPQ0w3ArKWa8GQ2jmQAZNThOW51mtyiTaQhk5LJdBFhWeg3ZqKAywkGyHINlBRr7VtdeenhueqAjqrwvD2ffaS2wiwkOcJOQsyVWwEqJo61VdPn2kXJO6E6hVko
2 months ago
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Charles Forsdick
2 months ago
The procession of university language closures will trip up UK diplomacy
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/proc...
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The procession of university language closures will trip up UK diplomacy
The government needs to signal its demand for elite foreign language skills before more universities leave provision to inferior alternatives, says Ian Proud
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/procession-university-language-closures-will-trip-uk-diplomacy
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Rob Townsend
2 months ago
"While other universities report that the humanities are shrinking, at Berkeley, the opposite is true. The music major is the fastest-growing major on campus. We are finding bigger classrooms because film is exploding. English is back to the numbers we saw 15 years ago. We are hiring"
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"The humanities really are a resource â a confidence for living in our times.â Dean Sara Guyer on the modern utility of humanities degrees
This interview originally appeared on the Division of Arts
https://bit.ly/4ohKuOe
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University teaching income âÂŁ6.4 billon lessâ than 10 years ago
www.timeshighereducation.com/news/univers...
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University teaching income âÂŁ6.4 billon lessâ than 10 years ago
UUK says shortfall in teaching money is âbaked inâ to higher education funding system as institutions brace for new tax in upcoming budget
https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/university-teaching-income-ps64-billon-less-10-years-ago
2 months ago
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"To reduce language to vocabulary lists or quick digital fixes is to miss its most essential gift: the practice of humility and the capacity for connection."
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Teaching French, not French Toast - Think Pieces
How do you teach French in a country where French toast is more popular than French? A reflection on the decay of multilingualism.
https://thinkpieces-review.co.uk/2025/11/19/teaching-french-not-french-toast/
2 months ago
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"The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Modern Languages urges the University of Leicester to declare an immediate pause in the current proposals for the closure of degrees in modern languages and cultures"
2 months ago
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The Policy Institute
3 months ago
"Social science is not just a discipline. It's a way of seeing the world, of asking the questions that matter...Without it, science risks becoming detached from society." đŹ Julia Gillard delivers the Campaign for Social Science Annual Sage Lecture
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Universities blame âsocietal shiftâ for axing foreign language degrees
Numbers taking languages at A-level and beyond has been falling for decades, although Duolingo says its app is most popular with young people
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/nov/21/universities-blame-societal-shift-for-axing-foreign-language-degrees
3 months ago
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Institute of Languages, Cultures and Societies
about 1 year ago
Watch our video from
@katiap.bsky.social
introducing the MA đ "The MA draws upon expertise and resources from multiple world-class institutions. Collaboration with some of Londonâs most renowned museums and libraries offers you immersive learning opportunities"
www.youtube.com/watch?v=I49Z...
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Introduction to the MA in Languages and Cultures Across Borders
YouTube video by SchAdvStudy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I49ZswU9LrM
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Happy 5th Birthday to
@circleu.bsky.social
www.circle-u.eu
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European University Alliance | Circle U.
Circle U. is a European university alliance connecting nine universities to advance education, research and innovation through collaboration.
https://www.circle-u.eu/
3 months ago
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Margot Finn
3 months ago
'Nottingham will be the only Russell Group university not to teach modern foreign languages degrees if it approves plans to close a swath of courses including Spanish and French as well as music and dozens of others.' 1/3
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University of Nottingham considers axing language and music degrees
Total of 48 degrees could disappear from Russell Group institution, with falling revenues and rising costs blamed
https://www.theguardian.com/education/2025/nov/18/university-of-nottingham-considers-axing-language-and-music-degrees
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Two years of work (et beaucoup de plaisir) with a wonderful team -
@thomaschaurin.bsky.social
and
@jamesfowler.bsky.social
- we can now celebrate the launch of:
uk.teachyourself.com/products/com...
Thank you
@hachettelearning.bsky.social
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Complete French
The flagship course from Teach Yourself, Complete French is specifically designed for the self-leaner. It is comprehensive but flexible, allowing learners to take control of the learning process and w...
https://uk.teachyourself.com/products/complete-french
3 months ago
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the power of a woman's narrative
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Patronato: My mum was a 17-year-old free spirit in Franco's Spain - so she was locked up and put in a coma
Marina's mother was held against her will in a convent in 1960s Spain under Franco's regime.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cr43vx0rrwvo
3 months ago
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UCFL - University Council For Languages
3 months ago
Language cold spots are emerging: the East Midlands provision is vulnerable if threats of closure at Leicester and Nottingham are carried out. Please sign their petitions! Links in comments.
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Languages News - The Queen's College, Oxford
As part of our advocacy work at the Queenâs College Translation Exchange, we keep a close eye on how languages and languages reform are reported in the media. See below for our list of relevant articl...
https://www.queens.ox.ac.uk/research-at-queens/translation-exchange/about-the-queens-translation-exchange/advocacy-and-research/languages-news/
3 months ago
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Icelandic is in danger of dying out because of AI and English-language media, says former PM
KatrĂn JakobsdĂłttir and her co-author want the 350,000 people who speak the language to fight for its future
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/15/icelandic-is-in-danger-of-dying-out-because-of-ai-and-english-language-media-says-former-pm?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky&CMP=bsky_gu
3 months ago
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Multilingual Matters
3 months ago
"This excellent volume on translanguaging in diverse education contexts explores how multilingual speakers draw on their full linguistic repertoires to challenge traditional boundaries and promote inclusive, dynamic learning spaces." Download the Open Access PDF free on our website!
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AULC - Association of University Language Communities
3 months ago
From AULC, we stand in solidarity with colleagues at University of Nottingham. We want to share this petition by a student highlighting how suspending all Modern Languages undergraduate programmes affects the whole academic community:
www.change.org/p/stop-the-r...
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Sign the Petition
Stop the removal of Modern Languages courses at the University of Nottingham!
https://www.change.org/p/stop-the-removal-of-modern-languages-courses-at-the-university-of-nottingham
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