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Public Engagement Event
Wednesday 24 April, 12.15 - 1pm, Abertay University
In-person event for Students, Staff and Alumni
All Abertay Alumni are warmly invited to join us at our on-campus 2024 Public Engagement Event.
Join us for a programme of presentations as we reflect on the University’s achievements and look toward the opportunities and challenges ahead. There will also be an opportunity to learn about the strategic vision Abertay directly from the University’s most senior figures:
· Chancellor, Professor Alice Brown
· Chair of Court, David Brew
· Principal & Vice-Chancellor, Professor Liz Bacon
Our speakers will look ahead at the challenges and opportunities facing Abertay and the wider higher education sector, with topics including the current funding environment, the need to continue working on widening access, the landscape surrounding developments in artificial intelligence and other key areas.
This public event will be held in the Main Lecture Theatre at 12.15pm on Wednesday 24 April and will be followed by networking and a buffet lunch until approximately 2pm.
Community Highlights
Princeton review ranks Abertay as the top International School for video games
New Princeton Review ranking recognises quality of world's best video games design universities.
Abertay ranked top International School for Games Design by Princeton Review
Local school pupils & Abertay students given insight into world of Hollywood VFX
Ground-breaking Star Wars and Marvel VFX company, Industrial Light & Magic, inspires next generation of talent at Abertay University.
Legendary Star Wars VFX studio in movie-making masterclass at Abertay
‘Citizen Science' psychology research project
Scientists from Abertay University are to test the great Scottish public's ability to recognise the country's different accents.
Scottish Voices project challenges the public to pinpoint Scotland’s most recognisable dialects
Hundreds of students take part in annual cyber conference at Abertay
Abertay Ethical Hacking Society welcome over 350 attendees to twelfth annual event
Securi-Tay 2024: Europe’s largest student cyber conference returns
Students put to the test at Abertay for UK Universities Sales Competition
Business students nationwide tackled challenges like speed selling, mock sales, and industry pitches at the UK Universities Sales Competition.
Student and Staff Stories
Accolades achieved and awards received by our community of staff and students.
Dr Kimberley Bennett: We’ve come far, but the fight for gender equality goes on
For International Women's Day, Dr Bennett has written an article highlighting the challenges women encounter in the workplace.
Abertay Tennis Club serves up Tennis Scotland Awards nomination
Students make shortlist of prestigious Lawn Tennis Association competition
New report on UK-China games industries published by Abertay researchers
Academics at Abertay have unveiled a groundbreaking report that will help UK companies navigate the Chinese gaming sector.
Abertay University lecturer in call to save planet in Antarctica video diary
Climate scientist Dr Rebecca Wade feels even more urgent need to act on climate emergency after witnessing the impact of global warming in Antarctica
University Research
Research finds teenage boys trust answers provided by males over females
Psychology study shows need to tackle gender attitudes and social influences
A partnership agreement that will see opportunities for academic, research and innovation expertise shared between two leading UK and India video games design ecosystems has been signed during an international trade summit.
Right 2 Roam 'loaded dice' game highlights women's safety inequalities
Abertay Game Lab research project contributes to the discussion around daily harassment and violence against women in public spaces.
Events and Opportunities
Abertay Turns 30!
Did you or someone you know graduate from Abertay in or after 1994? 🎓
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Abertay is turning 30 this year, and to celebrate we'd love to showcase the achievements of our alumni over the years! 🎂
Please complete the form below if you'd like to be involved - it should take no longer than 10-15 minutes of your time.
Abstract 45 - Bad Boys Make Good Law
In this talk, Nicholas Grier (Professor in Law) explore how difficult it is for the law to maintain the balance encouraging trade and preventing fraud, how rogues and scandals nevertheless shape company law for the better, and how company law is increasingly similar through out the developed world.
When: Wednesday 24 April 2024, 5pm - 6.30pm
Where: Main Lecture Theatre, Kydd Building. Abertay University
Find out more and sign up using the link below.
Until next time...
If you'd like to contribute towards or feature in future editions of Communitay, please reach out on alumni@abertay.ac.uk.
