RGU vice-principal leaves firm at heart of ‘cronyism’ row
A controversial business relationship that was at the heart of Robert Gordon University’s “cronyism” row has now been terminated.
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Researchers aim to improve the lives of residents in Orkney
Aberdeen academics have taken up residence in Orkney as part of a project to help residents face the unique challenges of island life.
‘Pioneering’ north-east timber house shortlisted for international design award
A north-east architecture professor’s eco-friendly house, made entirely from timber, has been shortlisted for a major international design award.
Budding scientists to go hands-on as TechFest marks 25 years
People of all ages are expected to flock to events across Aberdeen this weekend as a major technology festival celebrates its silver anniversary.
RGU did not follow ‘normal practice’ in appointing new principal
The chairman of crisis-hit Robert Gordon University has admitted that the board did not follow “normal custom and practice” in the way it appointed its new principal.
Union blasts RGU over ‘jobs for the boys’ appointment of new principal
The Robert Gordon University’s new principal was immediately thrust into the centre of a fresh row last night after a leading trade union branded his appointment an example of “jobs for the boys”.
Boss of RGU quits after admitting probe into his business links damaged the institution’s reputation
The boss of Robert Gordon University has quit after admitting a probe into his business links had damaged the institution’s reputation.
RGU’s principal steps down after investigation’s ‘damaging impact on university’s reputation’
The principal of Robert Gordon University will step down at the end of the month following an investigation into an alleged conflict of interest.
RGU vice-principal quits over ‘unacceptable’ conduct of bosses and ‘extraordinary’ decision not to punish them
An Aberdeen university has been plunged into turmoil after its vice-principal quit in protest at the “unacceptable” conduct of its principal and another senior colleague.
Former RGU student president fined for owning child porn
An award-winning former student university president has been fined for being in possession of child pornography.
Plans to revamp Robert Gordon University’s historic HQ as offices
The historic headquarters of an Aberdeen university will undergo a £1.5million transformation into offices under new plans to revive the famous site.
RGU investigation was launched after whistleblower raised alarm
A dossier sent by an unnamed whistleblower raised the alarm about a conflict of interest at the top of Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen.
RGU principal and vice-principal breached university’s conflict of interest policy
An investigation has found that Robert Gordon University's principal and vice-principal breached its conflict of interest policy by failing to declare their business relationship.
Stroke of luck for Aberdeen art student
For one Aberdeen student, graduating from RGU yesterday was a dream 15 years in the making.
Highland student follows her passion
Pieternel Baak, from Spean Bridge, graduated from RGU’s Gray’s School of Art yesterday, with a first class honours degree in Fashion and Textiles.
Honorary graduates grace stage alongside students
Two honorary graduates graced the stage alongside talented students from the school of architecture, computing science, engineering and the Gray’s School of Art yesterday.
Day of inspiration and celebration as RGU students graduate
It was a day of relief and celebration for the Robert Gordon’s University (RGU) graduates who gathered at His Majesty’s Theatre yesterday.
Nursing lecturer ‘feeling fantastic’ after joining ranks of RGU graduates
An Aberdeen-born nursing lecturer at Robert Gordon University (RGU) was “feeling fantastic” yesterday after landing another achievement in her journey from nursing student to fully-qualified academic.
Student president overcame heartbreak to lead changes at RGU
The triumph of winning an election to be crowned student president was tragically marred for Edward Pollock when his dad died that same day.
Trailblazing businesswoman receives honorary doctorate from RGU
Most university students will don their cap and gown and experience the grandeur of a graduation ceremony just the once.
Shetland mum juggled job, babies and study to graduate from RGU
Graduating from Robert Gordon University came as something of a relief for a Shetland woman who juggled her duties as the mum of two young children with studying over the past several years.
RGU business graduates celebrate end of their course
His Majesty’s Theatre echoed with applause yesterday as some of the north-east’s best young business minds graduated from university.
Fraserburgh mum unravels family tree in photography exhibition
A mum-of-nine who travelled the globe to untangle her family tree has opened an art exhibition detailing her adventures.
Aberdeen’s grim history revealed with high-tech walking tour
While the Green in Aberdeen is home to charming shops and impressive street art, it is also the heartland of one of the murkiest periods in the city’s history.
Mental health service at NHS Grampian warns of ‘tricky’ summer ahead
The head of hosted mental health at NHS Grampian has warned some services will be in for a “tricky” summer as a staff shortage continues to take its toll.
Japanese mayor visits Aberdeen
The mayor of a major Japanese city jetted into Aberdeen yesterday to sign major agreements with the city council and Robert Gordon University.
Conference to break down learning disability barriers
A unique conference aimed at empowering people with learning disabilities will be held in the north-east this month.
Websites selling fake degrees from Aberdeen universities for £200
Degrees from Aberdeen University and Robert Gordon University can allegedly be obtained for as little as £200, complete with university emblems and gold seals.
New university course to help NHS tackle ageing population problems
A new university course has been created to help the NHS tackle the mounting challenges posed by an ageing population.
Robert Gordon University principal “entirely happy” about probe into key appointment
The principal of Robert Gordon University says he is “fully confident” an investigation into the appointment of his business associate to a key role will be “fair and impartial”.
Study on North Sea workers safety wins award
A ground-breaking study to ensure North Sea workers were able to escape from helicopter windows has been recognised with a prestigious award. Robert Gordon University (RGU), along with Step Change in Safety, carried out the research in 2015, measuring the shoulder-width of the 75,000-strong offshore workforce. To read more go to Energy Voice.
WATCH: Highlights of Women in Energy event
Watch the full video version of the Women in Energy event, held at the Robert Gordon University’s Sir Ian Wood building in Garthdee.