education
UEA to close School of Music
The University of East Anglia Council decided the fate of one of its oldest departments, The School of Music.
A silent protest has been held outside the meeting, followed by a rally and march at lunchtime.
As students raise concerns that the closure could be the tip of the iceberg, the UEA say it’s the only department currently under review.
Decision day for School of Music
Today, the University of East Anglia Council meets to decide the fate of one of its oldest and most academically renowned departments, The School of Music.
Almost 10,000 people have signed a petition to save the school.
As we gather in protest, there’s hope that a last minute, unprecedented offer might make a difference.
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Opening doors to the digital world
Young people from across Norwich have been given an insight into digital sector over the past two days.
The 16-24 year olds were given the chance to meet successful digital entrepreneurs and try out workshops in film, animation and radio. Read More…
Protest planned as petition grows
A student-led petition to ‘Save UEA Music’ has gained 4000 signatures, including the Radio 1 DJ Zane Lowe (pictured).
It follows the announcement that the University of East Anglia plans to shut its School of Music for financial reasons.
Photo: Chloe Bone
Landmark building gets go ahead
Site shown in yellow
The signature building at the entrance to Earlham Park should open by 2014, with the aim of stimulating the region’s economy and creating over 250 jobs.
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Academies: questions over the full picture
As more schools are encouraged to become academies, a report to Norwich City Council suggests the need for greater transparency. Read More…
New primary school for south Norwich
Governors from two Norwich faith schools have voted to amalgamate them – but not until September 2013. Read More…
Academy aims for ‘outstanding’
Since opening 2 years ago, City Academy’s “improvement has been rapid” according to Ofsted.
Praised by inspectors, the former failing school is now aiming for ‘outstanding’ by 2014. Read More…
