Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 27/01/2026www.linkedin.com/posts/vivien...linkedin.com27th January | Vivienne SternThis year's Holocaust Memorial Day theme is Bridging Generations. This is my response #HolocaustMemorialDayTrust #HolocaustMemorialDay #BridgingGenerations 000
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 28/10/2025I never went to university but I’d love to do a mad PhD”. Love it @thetimes.com www.thetimes.com/article/09da...thetimes.comI never went to university but I’d love to do a mad PhD‘I always thought students spent three years getting stoned, lying that they were into jazz — then got their parents’ mates to give them a job’ 010
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 15/10/2025Thriving universities are critical to driving growth and opportunity in the UK🌟 📢 In our submission to the government’s Autumn Budget, we outline how the sector needs the right support following a sustained, long-term erosion of funding. See more on our submission: loom.ly/9gwXOV0 032
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 09/10/2025www.universitiesuk.ac.uk/latest/insig...universitiesuk.ac.ukThe financial impact of government policy decisions on universitiesWe estimate the net impact of government policy decisions taking effect in 2025–26 will be a £1.4 billion reduction in funding. 010
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 07/10/2025🌟Unis are central to the UK’s future – driving growth, innovation and opportunity across every part of the country. UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social explains why higher education is key to developing a highly skilled, innovative UK workforce. 041
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 07/10/2025Worth reading this if you think that universities are simply failing to protect free speech or prevent antisemitism ( or possibly both) from @wonkhe.bsky.social wonkhe.com/blogs/ofs-re...wonkhe.comOfS rebalances the free speech/harassment see-saw on antisemitismA probing exchange with OfS director Arif Ahmed exposes the legal and practical tensions at the heart of campus free speech guidance. Jim Dickinson looks at when happens when promises to Jewish studen... 020
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 06/10/2025Universities UK has issued a statement on antisemitism, ahead of the anniversary tomorrow of the 7th October attacks. Read in full: loom.ly/59nKCIQloom.lyA statement from Universities UK on antisemitismAhead of the anniversary of the October 7th atrocities, Vivienne Stern MBE, Chief Executive of Universities UK said: 011
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 03/10/2025In light of the tragic events in Manchester, we reaffirm our commitment to safe & inclusive universities. Antisemitism has no place in society or on our campuses. 🔗See our guidance: loom.ly/1Mvnups 001
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 30/09/2025I wasn’t going to mention it… but he didn’t so much scrap it as increase it. 000
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Plans to fund maintenance grants via an international student levy risk harming access. Our analysis shows government policy could cost the sector £1.4bn this year leaving even less to support disadvantaged students. loom.ly/YVKNP-Y 001
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 24/09/2025🎤UUK Chief Executive @viviennestern.bsky.social spoke on the latest episode of the BBC’s Universities Challenged series, on the topic: 'is going to university worth it?' Listen here⬇️ loom.ly/HVm1XgIbbc.co.ukUniversities Challenged - Is it worth it? - BBC SoundsWith all the problems facing universities, is it still worth getting a degree? 022
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 19/09/2025🌟How a partnership between 5 Scottish unis is helping to remove barriers for med-tech ideas to reach patients. See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo #DegreesOfImpact @dundee.ac.uk @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social @uofglasgow.bsky.social @robertgordonuni.bsky.social @heriotwattuni.bsky.social @uniscot.bsky.social 012
Reposted by Vivienne SternThe University of Bath @uniofbath.bsky.social · 17/09/2025Three stand-out initiatives from the #University of Bath are highlighted as part of a new national campaign launched by @universities-uk.bsky.social to showcase how universities connect skills and knowledge across the country, powering jobs, #innovation and #entrepreneurship. 144
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 22/09/2025💬‘Through the project, I not only discovered the vast career opportunities in life sciences ... but also gained the confidence to take my own steps forward.’ Jessica, King’s College London, My Life SC1ence participant [2/3] 101
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 23/09/2025 📢Unis across England are delivering impactful knowledge exchange – a wide range of activities that benefit local communities, businesses and beyond. Published today, the Knowledge Exchange Framework shows the sector's willingness to measure this impact: loom.ly/ej1IbPgkef.ac.ukKnowledge exchange framework: DashboardAccess the dashboard 022
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 23/09/2025I think this has been a very good, thoughtful and balanced series www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...bbc.co.ukBBC Sounds - Universities Challenged - Available EpisodesListen to the latest episodes of Universities Challenged on BBC Sounds. 010
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 18/09/2025“You just don’t appreciate it. Your universities. Come on. You’re too humble.” Jensen Huang’s £500m investment is a bold vote of confidence in UK universities and their global tech impact. Learn more about our digital and tech contributions: loom.ly/g5ypATI 🎓📈universitiesuk.ac.ukDigital and technologiesThe digital and technologies sector develops and applies advanced technologies and digital tools to drive transformative changes in our economy and society. 001
Reposted by Vivienne SternStudiosity @studiosity.com · 27/06/2025@viviennestern.bsky.social MBE, Chief Executive of @universitiesuk.bsky.social, joins host Prof Petra Wend to discuss the challenges facing higher education, including financial sustainability and the evolving landscape of mass university participation. 🎧https://lnkd.in/gm5amWV4 001
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 08/09/2025📢 Today we’re proud to launch our campaign, showcasing the vital role UK universities play in the nation’s Industrial Strategy – driving growth in priority sectors, shaping future skills and supporting national renewal. #DegreesOfImpact See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo [1/7] 144
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 09/09/2025The report found the UK has one of the highest completion rates and lowest student dropout rates across the OECD. 80% of students complete their degree in the UK compared to 59% on average across the OECD⬇️ These figures highlight the continued value of HE in the UK.✨ [4/4] 011
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 09/09/2025📈According to the OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report, 90% of UK graduates aged 25–34 were in employment in 2024 – above the OECD average of 87%⬇️ [3/4] 111
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 09/09/2025📊The latest OECD 'Education at a Glance 2025' report shows the strong contribution of UK higher education⬇️ 📈In 2023, UK graduates earned 37% more than non-graduates. @oecd-ocde.bsky.social [1/4] 122
Reposted by Vivienne SternUniversities UK @universities-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2025Unis help shape the UK's future skills needs, supporting national renewal.🌟 In partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines, @derbyuni.bsky.social created the Nuclear Skills Academy to train the next generation of nuclear engineers. See more: loom.ly/b-SiLqo 001
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 09/09/2025Informative. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/serie...bbc.co.ukBBC Sounds - Universities Challenged - Available EpisodesListen to the latest episodes of Universities Challenged on BBC Sounds. 000
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 08/07/2025observer.co.uk/news/busines...observer.co.ukBoosting foreign students must be part of the industrial ...As the UK’s fourth largest export industry, universities are a missed opportunity in the government’s plan 000
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 17/06/2025www.hepi.ac.uk/2025/06/14/w...hepi.ac.ukWeekend Reading: Out of Eeyore’s Gloomy Place (rather boggy and sad) - HEPIUniversities must embrace change and collaboration to navigate political scepticism and ensure a sustainable, inclusive future. 011
Reposted by Vivienne SternPeter Foster @pmdfoster.bsky.social · 08/04/2025UUK boss Vivienne Stern rejects idea DfE needed to prod them: “We…don’t need any encouragement from anyone to point this out. Indeed I have been enormously frustrated by DFEs refusal to tell us what is on the table. They have been absolutely tight lipped, which is what made us so suspicious.” 2358
Reposted by Vivienne SternPeter Foster @pmdfoster.bsky.social · 08/04/2025on.ft.com/4j8mIm8 UK Home Office’s reform of graduate visas runs into opposition — inter departmental bust-up on this. Unis can’t afford to lose more lucrative overseas students. Tho @universitiesuk.bsky.social boss tells me they don’t need DfE to point out crimping grad route be a bad idea. 1/2on.ft.comUK Home Office’s reform of graduate visas runs into opposition[FREE TO READ] Education department at odds with plan to curb number of overseas students allowed to stay in Britain 66945
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 27/03/2025podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/t...podcasts.apple.comSussex fine, franchisingPodcast Episode · The Wonkhe Show · 27/03/2025 · 41m 010
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 23/03/2025In response to today's Sunday Times investigation, Universities UK has issued this statement: 120
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 27/01/2025Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay and so I am sharing my dad’s story. hmd.org.uk/resource/marti… He was taken from his school in the Netherlands at the age of 5.hmd.org.uk/resource/mar...n/hmd.org.ukHolocaust Memorial Day Trust | Martin Stern MBEMartin Stern is a survivor of the Holocaust. He survived camps at both Westerbork and Theresienstadt. 051
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Worth 2 mins of your time: Ignore the sceptics, going to university is still well worth it www.thetimes.com/article/33d8...thetimes.comIgnore the sceptics, going to university is still well worth itOne of the reasons President Trump is back in office is his extraordinary appeal to a key electoral group — “I love the poorly educated”. It could be one of the most high-minded things he has ever 060
Vivienne Stern @viviennestern.bsky.social · 17/01/2025www.gov.uk/government/n... We have a lot to be proud of in the UK, including our great university system. Looking forward to working with this outstanding bunch of people to project a bit of the joy and opportunity we foster around the worldgov.ukForeign Secretary launches UK Soft Power CouncilThe Foreign Secretary and Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport have launched the UK Soft Power Council to drive UK growth and security. 020
