Exeposé spoke to VP Education Bella Enoizi, breaking down what she does in her role on a daily basis, supporting students after COVID-19 and how things might change due to the pandemic. É: Can you tell us a little more about your role and what work you’ve been doing recently? BE: So, I am VP […]
Student charity work halted by Guild’s delay in updating DBS policy
Two student volunteer groups have spoken to Exeposé in regards to delays surrounding inhouse DBS checks, with criticism being levelled at how “dismissive” the Students’ Guild have been of their concerns and how lack of clear communication has led to projects being cancelled. “Pre-pandemic the Guild used to provide all DBS checks for our projects […]
Disabled students condemn University’s failure to uphold ILPs as evidence
Several students have voiced their anger and dismay regarding Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) no longer counting as evidence for mitigation. This year the University has given all students four self-certified one week extensions which require no mitigation forms or evidence, and unlimited self-certified extensions for students with ILPs. However, it appears the system has changed […]
In Conversation: Katy Dalglish, AU President
We spoke to AU President Katy Dalglish about what she does in her role, promises made in her manifesto and the miscomunication surrounding the email to sports clubs. É: Firstly, just give an overview of what it is that you do as AU President?KD: It varies hugely, which I really like about the role. So, […]
USS Pensions Officer for UCU speaks out
One of our Deputy Editors for Exeposé sat down with the USS (Universities Superannuation Scheme) Pension Officer for Union and University College Union (UCU).
University introduces new measures to tackle sexual misconduct on campus as the number of incidents increase
Following many high profile incidents of sexual assault and harassment in and around Exeter last year, the University of Exeter is introducing a series of new measures to tackle the issue this academic year. From September 2021 a consent training module is being added to the curriculum for all students. Bystander training will also be […]
“We are all paying the same money, yet are being educated inconsistently”: Students speak out about their experiences of in-person and online teaching
Students have experienced a lack of consistency from the University of Exeter regarding online and in-person teaching co-existing depending on the department. Some people are experiencing both types of teaching. A Registrar email was sent out on 25 August to update all students on how University teaching would be conducted this year. Safety measures that […]
Lecturers discuss in person teaching: “Everyone needs to treat being back in the classroom like the privilege it is”
Following last issue’s exploration into students experiences of in-person and online teaching, Exeposé spoke to lecturers to gage their opinions. Speaking to a number of lecturers the general consensus is that they are “glad to be back doing what [they] do best”, with all lecturers we spoke to happy to be back teaching face-to-face, especially […]
Imposter Syndrome
Chloe Pumares explores the ways we can overcome Imposter Syndrome
University handling of sexual assaults criticised by survivors
Students have spoken out about their experiences with the University following incidents of sexual assault and domestic abuse. A Vice Chancellor’s email to all students on 19 March reported that the University is liaising with the Devon and Cornwall Police after two sexual assaults on Exeter students took place on Streatham Campus in the early […]