Are you a university lecturer, Associate Professor, or Professor? Do you do research? Do you believe that students who are paying £9,000-plus per year deserve more than an extension of a secondary school education? Do you believe in a university that resolutely and steadfastly stands up for research as integral to university culture and learning? Do you believe in a university that inspires students and staff alike with a belief in the value of ongoing academic inquiry, innovative research-led teaching, and assessment practices that put academic integrity and the commitment to ongoing-learning at their heart?
Do you believe it is time for academics to stop apologising for their commitment to research and assessment?
Do you believe in a university with a vision and will to stand up for research and an educational experience that aims to inspire and transform lives?
If so, please pass this on and post the following “I DO RESEARCH” statement on your office door (amend as appropriate)
It’s time to say WE DESERVE BETTER and OUR STUDENTS DESERVE BETTER.
ANYTHING LESS IS AN EROSION OF ACADEMIC VALUES AND THE VALUE OF A UNIVERSITY DEGREE.
Spread the word. Become the movement. And join the union if you want to demand better.
— The UCU “SAVE RESEARCH” group