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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA)

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The representative body for senior university managers in the UK and Ireland.

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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Claudia Montgomery, explores how university libraries could evolve into broader, more flexible learning ecosystems, while recognising that the quiet, predictable and structured environments they provide remain essential for some students. Read more here: bit.ly/4x9lw82
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Karen Stephenson, University Secretary, Birmingham City University and Katharine Brymer, University of Portsmouth examine the rationale behind the expansion of Higher Education and asks whether the social contract underpinning it is beginning to break down. Read the blog here: bit.ly/45h8tGj
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Registrations are now open for the AHUA & AHEP Conference Partnership! 📣 We're delighted to welcome colleagues to The Manchester Metropolitan University on Friday 11 September 2026. 📅 Learn more and register here: bit.ly/3TspBpQ
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Over on our blog, Tom Bennett argues that universities are rarely short of governance, but that current pressures are testing whether institutions have the assurance capability to see risk clearly, understand causes, align authority and act before issues become systemic. Read more: bit.ly/4yXVdE6
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
After being invited to speak at the Canadian Association of University Business Officers (CAUBO) conference, AHUA Executive Director Ben Vulliamy reflects on the similarities and differences between higher education in Canada and the UK. Read Ben's blog here: bit.ly/3TiHsiS
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Karen Stephenson, Chief Compliance Officer & University Secretary at Birmingham City University and Katharine Brymer explores what is changing, why it matters, and the challenges university leaders may soon face. Read the blog here: bit.ly/3QiXRms
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
New blog! Marking two years in the role of AHUA Executive Director, Ben Vulliamy reflects on his experiences, the insights gained and the future direction of the association. Read more here: bit.ly/4eeIVxh
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Over on our blog, Peter Moss shares findings from Ellucian's latest white paper, which explores how shared services can help institutions build resilience, reduce duplication, and focus investment on what truly differentiates them. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4uTupSy
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
New blog! Helen Watson, Deputy President (Operations) at City St George’s, University of London reviews Dr Marcelle Moncrieffe FCIPD’s examination of the realities faced by Black talent in today’s workplaces. Read the blog here: bit.ly/3QWBwuH
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
The AHUA Spring Conference has officially commenced! We look forward to the next two days at the University of Exeter, where we will welcome AHUA members, sponsors, and a range of distinguished speakers for engaging discussions and thought-provoking debate. #AHUA2026
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
New blog! With the student accommodation landscape rapidly changing, Moray Notman, University Partner Commercial Director at Unite Students, explores how universities can position accommodation as a strategic priority. Read more here: bit.ly/4cpavat
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
In our upcoming Expert Exchange, panellist from Huron will explore how executives can better support boards to engage with recruitment targets in a more constructive and informative way. This webinar is open to AHUA members and nominated alternates only Learn more and register here: bit.ly/4vhqnUS
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Ahead of their gold sponsor at the AHUA Spring Conference 2026, John Workman and Susie Hills from Huron, discuss how UK universities must move beyond reactive cost-cutting to deliver truly transformational change and highlight the limits of efficiency measures alone. Read more here: bit.ly/3PEwjHr
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
As her term as AHUA Chair draws to a close, Nicola Owen reflects on six years of leadership, highlighting the association’s achievements during this period and sharing her perspective on its future direction. Read the full blog here: bit.ly/3PBbtZu
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
New blog! Gareth Owen describes the transformative role of libraries in developing collaboration opportunities, with university libraries in Wales working together to deliver significant financial, operational and service benefits that may offer a blueprint. Read more here: bit.ly/487cCOA
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
New blog! Simon Perks explores how university leaders can make better decisions and exercise more effective scrutiny. Read more here: bit.ly/46V8twV
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
This plenary session will explore why investment in software and hardware must be matched by investment in people, building the skills, confidence and capability needed to understand, manage and fully utilise technology across institutions. AHUA members can register here: bit.ly/4rTC2XN
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Registrations are open for our next AHUA Expert Exchange meeting: Informing the development of the Committee of University Chairs (CUC) at a key time for governance. Speaker: @jamesdunphy.bsky.social Taking place on Monday 30th March. AHUA member can register here: bit.ly/4sjjeSp
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Limited spaces available! Our next AHUA Expert Exchange meeting 'International Fees, Net Revenue and Risk: Pricing and Cost of Acquisition in Practice' will take place online on Monday 16th March, 09.00 - 10.00am. Register here: bit.ly/4rFuY0y
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
A recent AHUA workshop highlighted that real progress on race equality in professional services will require coordinated, sector-wide action to tackle structural barriers and not isolated initiatives. Read more in our latest blog: bit.ly/4aO8wvw
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Last chance to register! Following the launch of the Organisational Efficiency Maturity Assessment (known as 'OEMA'), we are hosting a live demo of the online assessment tool and example data and report outputs. Taking place on Tuesday 24th February, 09.00-09.45am Register here: bit.ly/3O4fRQ0
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
New blog! Colin Campbell, Registrar at the Newcastle University explores the vital civic, governance and resilience roles that higher education institutions can play in strengthening national preparedness. Read more here: bit.ly/4kBdal1
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The opening plenary for our Spring Conference will explore the challenges shaping our sector through the perspectives of VCs, Chairs and COOs. Join senior leaders to discuss future leadership capability, resilience and safe passage for institutions. AHUA members only. Register: bit.ly/4rTC2XN
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
AHUA member, Rob Kramer will join Arif Ahmed and David Bass on an @advancehe.bsky.social roundtable 'Identifying and Understanding ‘Barriers to Expression'. Topics include foreign interference, student perspectives, and effective institutional practice. Register here: bit.ly/3NSTI6Z
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Over on our blog, Dr Allan Sudlow explores how libraries and collections intersect with artificial intelligence (AI). Read more here: bit.ly/49QZhdn
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
In our latest blog, newly appointed Chair of Association of Higher Education Professionals, Rachel Hill-Kelly, reflects on her journey, from early career opportunities and governance leadership at QAA to shaping AHEP’s bold future. Read the blog here: bit.ly/45CxSdU
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Last year, AHUA commissioned research into the underrepresentation of ethnic minorities in senior professional roles across UK universities. Led by Dr Louise Oldridge at Nottingham Business School (NTU), the team has now shared its findings. Read the blog & full report: bit.ly/4rFM67r
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Alistair Jarvis CBE, Chief Executive of Advance HE, highlights four key areas where institutions should actively reflect, challenge, and evolve their approaches in order to thrive in a rapidly shifting landscape. Read more: bit.ly/4pthzYj
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Hear from two experienced senior leaders from the FE sector as they share over a decade of learning from mergers and acquisitions, offering insights that can help universities navigate organisational change with confidence. Registration here: bit.ly/48xRWQq
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Deadline approaching! Are you ready to take the next step in your higher education leadership journey? The Aspiring Registrar and COO Programme is designed for professionals who are considering a move into the most senior Professional Services roles. Apply here before 20th Nov: bit.ly/42Az2Fr
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
In this new blog series, Dr Catherine Eagleton and Catriona Cannon will be bringing together a number of inspiring and thought-provoking writers from across the higher education sector to set out their vision for the future of libraries. Read the first blog here: bit.ly/3Xo1AyO
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
The deadline for Aspiring Registrar and COO Programme is fast approaching. The programme is designed for director level staff considering a move into the Registrar / COO role and will assess readiness for such a leadership position. Deadline: 20th November 2025 at 9am. Apply here: bit.ly/42Az2Fr
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Will a proposed levy on international students derail regional growth? In our latest blog, Martin Vincent partner and Head of Education at Weightmans explains why stronger governance is key to making sure HE funding and the devolution agenda work together. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4nE5LSc
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Missed the AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 or just need a recap? Our Executive Director @bvulliamy.bsky.social has got you covered with his latest blog summarising the vital discussions and key takeaways. Read the blog here: bit.ly/3VTD1cb
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
Last week our Executive Director @bvulliamy.bsky.social appeared on the Wonkhe Show Podcast to discussed the merger announcement between the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent Click here to listen: bit.ly/4gxJD9O Or search for 'The Wonkhe Show' wherever you listen to your podcasts
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
We are very excited to announce that Helen Galbraith has been elected as our next Chair and will be succeeding Nicola Owen. You can find out more about Helen, her history at AHUA and her vision for the future of the association and sector. Click here to read Helen's blog: bit.ly/467tfcD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
The AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 has now commenced. Stay tuned for our conference updates throughout the day on highlights from our plenary’s, workshops, speakers and sponsors #AHUA2025
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
How can UK universities create a more sustainable future? Our new blog post introduces the Organisational Efficiency Maturity Assessment model, helping institutions move beyond short-term fixes and make strategic choices for transformation and change. Click here to read the blog: bit.ly/4mHJz9M
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 15/08/2025
The Gillies report sparks key questions about leadership. @bvulliamy.bsky.social argues that true progress comes from cultural evolution, not easy process fixes, helping institutions build an agile future. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4mHrPuy
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Plenary As individual savings shrink, collaboration is key. Our plenary explores the barriers to partnership—from regulatory uncertainty to starting conversations—and how to move past them to build resilient, lasting connections. Click here to register: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Plenary HE faces new challenges. Our panel explores if government-regulator-university relationships are fit for purpose, and how to balance competition with collaboration. We'll discuss what must change for the sector to thrive. Click here to register: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 01/08/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Workshop Led by Eileen Schofield and Alistair Jarvis, they look at the practical outputs and thorny questions considering the action points for individual institutions and the sector more broadly. Click here to register: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Workshop "Managing the Spinning Plates" Need time to think? Join Rachel Holmes for an interactive workshop designed to bring clarity to your current and future priorities and identify concrete next steps. Click here to register: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
The UK's immigration policy is undergoing significant changes, and its HE impact and the future of international students is a complex but crucial topic. Dive into our blog from Katharine Brymer to unpack the details and understand what this means for the sector. Read the blog here: bit.ly/40DP5kS
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Workshop "Free Speech: Getting the basics right to avoid getting the big things wrong" Discover how to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape with Nicola, Joanna and Paul from Shakespeare Martineau. Click here to register: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
AHUA Autumn Conference 2025 | Workshop Presented by Aya Ferguson & Emma Ogden from SUMS Consulting, this workshop is designed to showcase and gathering feedback on a beta model for an organisational efficiency maturity assessment. For more information and to register click here: bit.ly/3GLRzXD
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Karen Stephenson, and Katherine Brymer, explore how the OfS B3 Conditions of Registration ensure quality education and student success through rigorous standards and documentation. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4ltVszx
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Is peak efficiency a hidden risk? Simon Perks, Sockmonkey Consulting, explores balancing efficiency with resilience. Too much efficiency leaves us vulnerable. Discover why 'slack' is key to bouncing back. Read the blog here: bit.ly/4lkFNSQ
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
New OfS guidance on free speech duties is here, 6 weeks before the new Act. We're balancing free speech with other legal obligations. OfS Director will meet our members to discuss further. AHUA Hosts a Conversation with Asif Ahmed (Members only) - July 17th, 10:30-11:15 Book now: bit.ly/3T0sgDO
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Association of Heads of University Administration (AHUA) @ahuauk.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
University governors: Fresh ways to navigate complex risks? We're hosting a free online workshop with @counterculturellp.bsky.social It's a live exercise with a fictitious institution to tackle critical risks (demographics, regs) Develop strategic responses for your board. Register: bit.ly/4jWHSmJ
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