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1. Scientists discover the dawn of spoken language evolution

   Why did our ancestors combine a consonant with a vowel to make up the first word? Scientists from several institutes have found some clues to the answer.

2. 'The greatest chemical threat facing humankind'

   Dr Patrick Byrne contributes research to ENDS Report documentary about PFAS water pollution

3. National Student Survey 2022

   We are launching the National Student Survey (NSS) 2022 to eligible final year students next week.

4. We are failing in a key cornerstone of democracy in the UK: justice

   We spoke to Dr Lizz Peatfield JP about the failings of the criminal justice system after the publication of her new book The Reality of Justice in England's lower courts

5. Reciprocal Mentoring Programme involving BAME Staff, Black Students and Senior Leaders

   Given the success of last year's pilot, we are running the LJMU Reciprocal Mentoring Programme again and we are extending it to include BAME staff from across the institution. The programme is open to all LJMU Senior Staff from Director Level of non BAME Background and to BAME staff from non-Director Level and to Black Students from all Faculties.

6. 'I'm so excited about our new Learning Commons' - Library chief

   The CHAT this month meets Heather Thrift, Director of Library Services, to talk about the digital future, pushing the boundaries of customer service and an exciting new library in the SLB.

7. Student voices 'centre stage' at Conference

   More than a dozen students present idea, research and stories at Students at the Heart Conference

8. Register with a GP and check your vaccinations

   Looking after your health is important when living away from home.

9. Conservation zoos have powerful potential to reverse extinction

   LJMU and Zoological Society of London report outlines potential to reintroduce 'extinct' animals and plants to the wild

10. Archbishop of Canterbury receives Honorary Fellowship and delivers Roscoe Lecture

    The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby received an LJMU Honorary Fellowship and also delivered one of the University's acclaimed Roscoe Lectures at St George’s Hall.