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'His style might be better suited to Wall Street'

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An analysis of Steven Schwartz and his achievements as vice-chancellor of Brunel University in the light of his decision to quit after only three and a half years in the job. Schwartz has overseen major change at the university and has been involved to some extent in the shaping of national education policy, however he has also presided over a bitter industrial dispute and is accused by detractors of being a publicity-hungry self-promoter.

Influence, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Biography, Personality profile, Brunel University, Educational aspects, Schwartz, Steven (American lawyer)

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Professor says teaching focus blocked career

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Alan Jenkins, an internationally known expert who dedicated his career to improving teaching practice, revealed details of a failed three-year struggle to earn a high-level professorship for his work, in the hope that it will help other academics who choose the same career path.

Science & research, Research, Practice, Oxford Brookes University, Jenkins, Alan

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London Met drops union recognition

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London Metropolitan University, which had a voluntary agreement with the former lecturers' union Natfhe, is refusing to extend the same to the University and College Union (UCU) in May 2007, insisting that the UCU must formally apply for recognition.

Contracts & orders received, Contracts & orders let, Labor organizations, Labor Unions, Labor Unions and Similar Labor Organizations, Contracts, Contract agreement, Labour unions, London Metropolitan University

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