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1. Women in Sport Journalism Day

   It has been called the last men's club in journalism, but expect a much more female future for the UK's sport coverage.

2. Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian Campbell, has written to all students today

   Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian Campbell, has written to all students today. Read a summary of his message.

3. Apprenticeships and Student Governance policy updates

   The new Apprenticeships Policy has received Academic Board approval and 20 Student Governance policies, guidance and pro forma have recently been reviewed, and have received minor amendments.

4. LJMU provides largest numbers of tutors in Merseyside

   LJMU students, paid £21 per hour to support local primary schools

5. One of only eight universities to secure prestigious international funding

   LJMU has been awarded approximately £490,000 from Research England’s first ever International Investment Initiative (I3). The award has been jointly made to LJMU and The University of Western Australia (UWA) for the international collaboration project, i-CARDIO. The project has a dual focus; the first component is the delivery of workshops to develop innovative ways to detect cardiovascular diseases for preventative intervention using imaging techniques. The second element is the evaluation of Australia’s model of accreditation of clinical exercise scientists and physiologists. The accreditation incorporates university and work place-based learning to enable graduates to secure roles in the healthcare system as recognised allied health professionals.

6. Positive Action Trainees celebrate one year at LJMU

   LJMUs Positive Action Trainees were celebrated at an event this week after almost a year of working at the university, in key professional and technical roles.

7. What is Happening in Liverpool this Autumn

   There is a whole bunch of exciting stuff happening in the city that you won't want to miss. From art displays to lectures and cool festivals, Liverpool's got something for all of us this season. Check out what’s going on across the city and on campus.

8. Sports journalism "in good hands" at LJMU

   LJMU hosts European journalism education conference

9. Embracing innovation and emerging technologies in the housebuilding sector

   We are demanding more from housing than ever before. Not only should it provide shelter and comfort for inhabitants, but it should also embrace technological advances, contribute positively to energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and support the development of sustainable communities.

10. Did the Tudors help invent modern Britain?

    Dr Suzannah Lipscomb delivers a National Identity Lecture exploring why Tudor history is still a key part of the modern British identity.