Theme: Strengthening universities

Moving assessments online: sharing lessons learned from across the Commonwealth

Published on 03 June 2020 Over 200 people joined us for our first virtual event on moving assessments online. Read this article

Kirsty Cockburn appointed as the ACU’s Director of External Engagement

Published on 25 March 2020 The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) has appointed Kirsty Cockburn as Director of External Engagement. Read this article

PEBL continues to boost capacity for blended learning in East Africa following a successful first year

Published on 15 January 2020 In 2020, the ACU looks forward to continuing its close collaboration with university partners to evolve pedagogical approaches alongside technology. Read this article

PEBL courses benefiting over 10,000 students across east Africa

Published on 11 December 2019 Over 10,000 students have benefitted from the expertise of leading ACU member universities across east Africa, thanks to the Partnership for Enhanced and Blended Learning (PEBL). Read this article

Vice-chancellors from across the Commonwealth join the ACU’s governing body

Published on 29 July 2019 Vice-chancellors from universities across the Commonwealth are joining the ACU's governing body (Council), following a competitive election process. Read this article

Developing beneficial partnerships on your doorstep

Published on 27 June 2019 The aim of the project is to develop mutually beneficial partnerships between the university and its local communities, with a focus on working with more disadvantaged communities. Read this article

Defining success in light of student experiences

Published on 20 May 2019 Dr Aryn Baxter writes about an international scholarship programme for students from across the African continent who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in the United States, she helped to set up. Read this article

First PEBL students commence online study in Uganda

Published on 28 January 2019 The Research Methodology and Design for Business Course, developed by Makerere University, Uganda, is the first course to launch as part oF ACU-managed Partnership for Enhanced and Blended Learning. Read this article

Converting brain drain into brain gain through diaspora engagement

Published on 07 December 2018 Navroz Surani, Director Human Resources & Talent Development at Aga Khan University spoke at the The ACU's 8th HR in HE Community Conference on brain drain and brain gain. He shares his experience. Read this article

How to encourage inclusive leadership in the HE sector

Published on 06 December 2018 The ACU held its 8th HR in HE Community Conference to examine the theme 'Universities of the Future: Global Perspectives for HR?' Umar Zamman shares his experience. Read this article

How HR can help universities to be ready in the new digital age

Published on 04 December 2018 Yusuf Saleh Shapayah Chief Manager, Human Resources at the United Stated International University-Africa – spoke at the ACU's 8th HR in HE Community Conference on HR in the new digital age. Read this article

Communication and collaboration: the key to educating Generation Z

Published on 09 August 2018 As the ambitious entrepreneurs of the future, it is imperative that educational institutions are able to offer Gen Z-ers the most beneficial experience. Read this article

Say hello to Generation Z

Published on 07 August 2018 How can we prepare Generation Z to make the many contributions they will make in the years to come? Read this article

Towards ‘engaged’ teaching in higher education in India

Published on 25 July 2018 A fresh approach to teaching, which is more engaged, learner-centric and relevant is needed if Indian higher education institutions are to fulfill their social responsibilities. Read this article

Converging networks for the common good

Published on 14 June 2018 The Declaration of Montreal will bring the ACU together with other university networks to ensure it has the ability to influence international agendas more than any institution can do alone. Read this article

Watchful autonomy: the new norm for India’s universities?

Published on 25 May 2018 Recent government announcement to grant autonomy to 60 of India's higher education institutions is significant, promising to introduce liberalisation to the sector. Read this article

Partnership between Commonwealth Secretariat and ACU announced

Published on 18 September 2017 A new partnership between the Commonwealth Secretariat and the ACU will boost the impact of international higher education on social and economic development initiatives across member countries. Read this article

Reimagining the concept of a Commonwealth university

Published on 13 September 2017 Budd Hall explores the meaning of the Commonwealth and what it means to be a Commonwealth University. Read this article

Do international scholarships lead to ‘brain drain’: tracing the impact of international alumni on their countries of origin

Published on 19 July 2017 Current research on African graduates indicates widespread and enduring social contributions by alumni and counterfactual evidence of 'brain drain'. Read this article