A little French polish

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the challenges faculty members can face when they join bilingual or French-speaking universities in Canada. While some of the colleges recruit staff with the policy that they learn French within a reasonable period of time, some colleges operate a policy under which new faculty members are expected to be proficient by the time they take up their post.

Canada, Education, Study and teaching, French language

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London Met triumphs in test case over strike pay

Article Abstract:

The London Metropolitan University's victory in a landmark court case that confirms universities' right to withhold pay from staff who refuse to carry out all their duties during industrial disputes is discussed.

Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Legal/Government Regulation, Strikes, Company legal issue, Cases, Laws, regulations and rules, Compensation and benefits, Wages, Wages and salaries, Salary, London Metropolitan University

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Alert on suicide signs

Article Abstract:

The guidelines provided to university academic staff on recognizing and helping students showing signs of distress and suicidal tendencies are discussed.

Psychological aspects, Care and treatment, Students, Suicidal behavior, Suicidal behaviour

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