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Manchester’s growth story starts with its universities
Manchester’s success is closely tied to the strength of its universities. Over many decades, they have attracted talent, supported innovation, created jobs and shaped the city’s identity. That connection is visible across the city, particularly along Oxford Road, where university investment, improvements to public spaces and the growth of the knowledge economy have helped create one of the UK’s most important education and innovation regions.
Delivering modern student accommodation on campus when capital is scarce
Most universities agree that student accommodation is about more than just providing a bed. Once peripheral to the academic mission, accommodation and the residential experience now play a fundamental role in recruitment, retention and student outcomes.
ResX360: One year on – celebrating a year of resident-centric innovation
A year ago, we set out on a bold mission: to transform how we understand, support, and serve the students who live with us. That mission became ResX360, a customer relationship management system which allows us to better support residents. It’s designed to connect people, systems, and data in a way that enhances every stage of our residents’ journey.
‘Hearts and Minds’ – Values-led Student Accommodation Partnerships
On Thursday 4 September, we hosted a session on values-led partnerships at Universities UK's Annual Members Conference. Jenny Shaw, HE External Engagement Director, shares how themes of innovation and collaboration were not only key to our panel - but to the whole conference.
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