We the undersigned express our firm opposition to the threats made by management to Modern Languages at the University of Glasgow (see ‘Glasgow University plan to axe courses’, The Herald, 9 February 2011).
The proposed cuts would harm severely the quality of education in Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts and beyond. They would also undermine considerably the University’s claims to serve the wider community by producing graduates equipped to function in a world in which linguistic and cultural competence are essential.
The British Academy, the House of Lords and the Council of Europe have all emphasised that advanced language skills and knowledge of other cultures are vital to the UK economy and its intellectual and cultural life.
If you agree that modern languages are important to higher education in the UK and you oppose the cuts proposed at Glasgow University, please join us by signing the petition below. Key management decisions will be taken at meetings very soon, so this is urgent.
Dr Jim Simpson, University of Glasgow
Dr Maud Anne Bracke, University of Glasgow
Dr Clare McManus, University of Glasgow
Dr Penny Morris, University of Glasgow
Dr Mary Heimann, University of Strathclyde
Prof. Keith Reader, University of Glasgow
P.S. As well as signing the petition, please click 'like' on the Facebook page 'Modern Languages and Cultures at University of Glasgow under threat' and forward the link. Thank you.
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Reached 5,000 supporters
February 16, 2011
February 16, 2011
I have been buried in emails all morning and it is genuinely wild how many people are reaching out about their own experiences with these departments. It feels like the administration is just hoping we will all get tired and move on but my coffee is strong and I am not going anywhere.
Reached 1,000 supporters
February 11, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
February 11, 2011
February 8, 2011
I noticed the counter creeping up toward that first hundred mark and honestly it feels like we might actually get someone to listen if we keep this momentum going right now. Send the link to a colleague or a friend who appreciates the humanities because the university is definitely watching to see if we just give up or keep pushing.
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I just CANNOT believe that Mod. Langs. are under any kind of threat in such a university as Glasgow,with its towering reputation for international scholarship throughout centuries of World history. This just CANNOT be!
the language clases are great for keeping your marbles working. it would be better cutting the sky high salaries if they want to save money
As many other retirees learning a language helps to keep our minds stimulated and meet up with fellow classmates who have similar interests. I would be a crying shame if Glasgow University were te remove foreign languages from the community E Thompson
Absolute madness. Glasgow is a global city we need these subjects more than ever. Shame on the management for even thinking about this.
my wife has been going to evening classes at the uni for years now. she loves it and it keeps her sharp. dont break what isnt broken just to save a few pennies
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We the undersigned express our firm opposition to the threats made by management to Modern Languages at the University of Glasgow (see ‘Glasgow University plan to axe courses’, The Herald, 9 February 2011).
The proposed cuts would harm severely the quality of education in Humanities, Social Sciences, Arts and beyond. They would also undermine considerably the University’s claims to serve the wider community by producing graduates equipped to function in a world in which linguistic and cultural competence are essential.
The British Academy, the House of Lords and the Council of Europe have all emphasised that advanced language skills and knowledge of other cultures are vital to the UK economy and its intellectual and cultural life.
If you agree that modern languages are important to higher education in the UK and you oppose the cuts proposed at Glasgow University, please join us by signing the petition below. Key management decisions will be taken at meetings very soon, so this is urgent.
Dr Jim Simpson, University of Glasgow
Dr Maud Anne Bracke, University of Glasgow
Dr Clare McManus, University of Glasgow
Dr Penny Morris, University of Glasgow
Dr Mary Heimann, University of Strathclyde
Prof. Keith Reader, University of Glasgow
P.S. As well as signing the petition, please click 'like' on the Facebook page 'Modern Languages and Cultures at University of Glasgow under threat' and forward the link. Thank you.
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
February 16, 2011
February 16, 2011
I have been buried in emails all morning and it is genuinely wild how many people are reaching out about their own experiences with these departments. It feels like the administration is just hoping we will all get tired and move on but my coffee is strong and I am not going anywhere.
Reached 1,000 supporters
February 11, 2011
Reached 100 supporters
February 11, 2011
February 8, 2011
I noticed the counter creeping up toward that first hundred mark and honestly it feels like we might actually get someone to listen if we keep this momentum going right now. Send the link to a colleague or a friend who appreciates the humanities because the university is definitely watching to see if we just give up or keep pushing.
10 Comments
Learning languages opens our minds to other cultures, expands our knowledge of the world and ultimately gives us a new perspective on ourselves and the society we want to build.
I just CANNOT believe that Mod. Langs. are under any kind of threat in such a university as Glasgow,with its towering reputation for international scholarship throughout centuries of World history. This just CANNOT be!
the language clases are great for keeping your marbles working. it would be better cutting the sky high salaries if they want to save money
As many other retirees learning a language helps to keep our minds stimulated and meet up with fellow classmates who have similar interests. I would be a crying shame if Glasgow University were te remove foreign languages from the community E Thompson
Absolute madness. Glasgow is a global city we need these subjects more than ever. Shame on the management for even thinking about this.
my wife has been going to evening classes at the uni for years now. she loves it and it keeps her sharp. dont break what isnt broken just to save a few pennies
Very important.
Anavar Resultater In relation to back pain, the concentration of signs can range from dreary and tolerable to intense, agonizing ache. The disorder also can change the uppr, midst, or reduce portion of the back again or perhaps all 3 places. Fortunately, the advice in the following paragraphs will offer you advice about the nature of this condition. Proviron Y Taxus If you are planning right from work to an night time out on the town, take a couple of makeup products basic principles together with you to change your appearance. Think about more dark lipstick and a few smoky eyes shadow to transform your personal style. You may even darken your blush a bit, supplying some curve for more dark time. These about three goods will ease the changeover. Equipoise Que Es Should you suffer from tinnitus, it is vital that you steer clear of anxiety around humanly achievable. Tension is very bad for your whole body and it has a poor result on all diseases, tinnitus included. Remember to walk and meditate, tune in to peaceful audio, or get involved in any process that you appreciate and locate relaxing. Winstrol Z Metanabolem
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