All the latest news from the Highlands and Islands Students' Association - Your Students' Association.
Want to get fit and active in the New Year? Take part in our UHI wide January Parkrun Challenge open to all UHI students!
December 10th marks Human Rights Day, a day to reflect on the importance of equality, dignity, and justice for everyone. Every little action leads to a bigger change. What will you do today?
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) and the Highlands and Islands Students' Association (HISA) are proud to announce the launch of their joint Student Mental Health Agreement (SMHA) for 2024-2026.
Take part in the first survey to collect GBV data in the Education Sector for Scotland.
HISA Vice President of Education Shannon MacCallum joined other Student Leaders outside the Scottish Parliament in November to rally in support of the upcoming Housing Bill.
UHI has launched a new online disclosure tool to help students inform UHI about potential, past, or present Gender-Based Violence.
Are you ready to make a real impact on student life? HISA is looking for motivated students like you to join our Board of Trustees! As a Student Trustee, you’ll help guide the strategic direction of HISA, ensuring that nearly 30,000 students across UHI are well-represented and supported.
Handshake is a free app for all UHI students to seek career support to help you find the jobs that you’re looking for, both during and after your studies.
Last week we celebrated Scottish Women & Girls in Sport Week. Here's a collection of all the student stories posted on our social media throughout the week.
Look after yourself this World Mental Health Day and beyond.
The EDGE Foundation are investigating how students navigate courses that span further education colleges and universities. As a UHI student, you fit the bill perfectly and you can help with their research!
Come along to our first online session of the year during Freshers!
Find out more about studying at your local Academic Partner here!
Check out these great resources from Smart Girl Study!
Just starting at UHI or been here a while? Find out more about the University of the Highlands and Islands here!
Join our groups today and find a community of people here at HISA.
Check our new page for discounts for students! Including the YoungScot Card and many more!
Last week, we received a paper shared by UHI Perth senior management to staff considering how they could save money to combat their financial deficit of £4 million.
Friday the 26th of April is Lesbian Day of Visibility, and our Sports Development Coordinator Amanda and our Perth Depute President of Activities and Welfare Rebecca have written an article about their Vegas Wedding last year.
April is Stress Awareness Month, a great opportunity to consider the effect of stress on our lives and learn effective strategies to manage it.
How the Disabled Students' Allowance Levels the Playing Field
The 18th-24th of March is Neurodiversity Celebration Week! We're spotlighting some Scottish Icons who have been open about their experiences with neurodiversity, how it affects and benefits them!
Come and check out what we have planned for the rest of 2023/2024!
Looking for a safe space to make friends and find support? Networks are the place to be if you want to meet other students with similar experiences. Find out more in this article!
We've put together a list of study skills and tools that you can use to study smarter. Find out what they are and how they can help you master your learning!
Register for an account to join Clubs, Societies, Networks; Vote in our Elections and get involved with your Students' Association!
Everyone deserves a life free of the fear and threat of Gender-Based Violence.
We're now a certified Disability Confident Committed organisation!
A new student partnership agreement was signed by UHI and Your Students’ Association on Friday 1 December.
Pick Up A Jumper or T-Shirt today on our E-Shop!
Become a volunteer with the Students' Association, learn new skills and work with students to improve the experience at UHI for everyone.
Wishing you a merry winter break from everyone at HISA! Our closure period will be from Tuesday 24th December to Thursday 2nd January (inclusive).
We have an opportunity for 4 individuals to work with us as Designate Deputes. The roles are fixed term between October and May and cover 4 different campuses. Open to students registered at the Academic Partners listed in the Job Packs.
If you are looking for any further information about current or future Gaelic events and opportunities, please send an email to hisa@uhi.ac.uk
We are looking for a Local Coordinator for our Argyll and SAMS locations (based in Oban).
The Highlands and Islands Students’ Association is appalled by the violence and deplorable actions of the far-right across the UK.
Celebrating the best in sports at UHI
We’d like to announce that we recently recruited for a new Insight and Democracy Coordinator.
UHI Perth released its consultation response to its current Financial Sustainability project.
Why you should vote for Amanda Fleet - Highlands and Islands Students' Association for the People’s Choice Award!
We're releasing the consultation response on proposed cuts which has been created using the views of students at UHI Perth. You can read that here.
We're looking for two Student Interns to support our work! Seven hours per week at £12 per hour.
Here are the results of our recent 2024 By-Election!
Today marks a watershed moment in marine research and innovation as the newest UHI Research Centre launches at the UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus, nestled in the heart of Shetland’s marine-based research community.
UHI offers BSc Nursing with Registration as an Adult or Mental Health Nurse.
Find the latest information on Action Short of Strike and Cuts at UHI here.
Find our most recent statement from the Executive Committee of HISA on the current Strike Action and Action Short of Strike.
Find our follow up to the Statement we released on the 1st of March about the proposed cuts at UHI Moray.
The Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing team offer a variety of value for money treatments during the week to students, staff and members of the public by students studying at UHI Perth.
Find out more from the candidates to become your next President and Vice President Education!
Due to a change in circumstances, our Depute Present for Activities & Welfare (Inverness), Joe Sweeney, has announced that he will be resigning from their position at the Highlands & Islands Students’ Association.
Written by Cross-Campus President William Campbell and Cross-Campus Vice President Education Gary Souter.
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) and eight partners have signed up to The Scottish LGBTI+ Rainbow Mark during LGBT History Month to support inclusive social spaces across the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire.
The History of LGBTQ+ people and events doesn't start with the Stonewall Riots but dates back over 500 years.
Here's an article from the RNID (Royal National Institute for Deaf People) who support people who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
A pioneering project to help protect wetlands – one of the world’s most threatened habitats – has secured £2.66 million in funding for a team of scientists from university partners that includes UHI.
Fort William Mountain Festival are proud to announce Caitlin Connor from Cambuslang as the 10th recipient of The Scottish Youth Award for Excellence in Mountain Culture, sponsored by UHI North, West and Hebrides.
RES, a British business and the world’s largest independent renewable energy company, has partnered with the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) to support a minimum of 60 students through their Student Development Fund.
The National Student Survey (NSS) opens for final year HND and degree students on Monday 5 February 2023.
Looking for community? We've officially launched our Student Networks! Join one to meet students like you studying at UHI.
Following conversations within our team, and our All Student Meeting last year in November – We have updated our elected officer structure.
We are looking for a Student Intern to join our amazing Hebrides Team!
You might think Blue Monday is the most depressing day of the year, but that's a myth.
Laura Mackenzie-Raymond from Inverness shares her experience of training as a nurse and discusses some of the personal challenges she’s faced along the way.
If you’re looking to pursue a career in the motor vehicle service and repair industry, the Motor Vehicle Department at UHI Perth offers lots of challenging and rewarding opportunities.
After finishing high school, Callum came straight to UHI Perth to study in our New Opportunities department. Now studying on his second course, we find out how he is getting on.
The Centre for Island Creativity is delighted to share the news that Clarissa Tam, a student on the MA Art and Social Practice has been awarded a major grant from the Hong Kong government to curate and realise the exhibition Festival of Decay.
Mark Shiner, head of maritime studies at UHI Orkney, provides an insight into his recent trip to teach traditional sailmaking to staff at America’s largest Maritime Museum.
Breadalbane Academy has been working with UHI Perth and the Perth and Kinross School / College Partnership to access a tailored Personal Development Programme, designed and delivered by Kate Lamb from our New Opportunities department to support the needs of our students.
The Board of Governors and Academic Board of HTC are delighted to announce the appointment of Professor Donald E. Meek as an Honorary Research Fellow in Highland Faith and Culture.
In the year 2023, the Fisheries Team within UHI Shetland’s Marine Sciences Department made an extensive effort to collect vital data supporting the local seafood industry. The data collected are invaluable for ensuring the long-term sustainability of Shetland’s important local fisheries
UHI Perth Library has been working with students to submit work to the Creative Writing in FE Anthology 2023.
We are looking for a Local Coordinator for our Argyll & SAMS campuses
Do you have the best Christmas Tree? Get involved in our Photo Competition!
Find out about the work from Perth Depute, Rebecca Bond including Boccia, Student Voice Reps and the future in 2024!
An Afternoon of Protest at UHI (University of Highland and Islands) Shetland
Find out about the work from SAMS Depute, Kian McDonald including Gender Neutral Toilets, the LGBTQ+ Project and the Christmas Ceilidh
Hi, I am Fiona Smith and I am the Student President at Your Students’ Association. I grew up in Glasgow and moved to Perthshire to start high school (culture shock!).
As we're almost halfway through the year, check out this update from our Vice President Education, Gary Souter!
Scientists from the Environmental Research Institute (ERI), part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), have recently returned from Brussels where they presented an internationally recognised Scottish project to EU Commission staff, government representatives and MEPs.
Over 80 UHI Shetland students enjoyed a magical Christmas graduation at Mareel on Friday 08 December. Students who completed their studies in a wide variety of subjects, from aquaculture, art, computing, health care amongst many other, in academic year 2022/23 were invited to graduate.
SfW Hospitality students based on Islay planned and delivered a festive afternoon tea last week as part of their course.
As the cost of living crisis continues to hit students hard, the Scottish Government’s new announcement of a £2,400 uplift to financial support for higher education students is a big win for the student movement.
SSE and the University of Highlands and Islands (UHI) have officially announced a partnership which could help people across the Highlands and Islands.
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) today announced a new route aimed at those looking for a career in the professional theatre industry at UHI Perth.
Find out about what your President, William Campbell, has been up to over the last few months!
An image of the aurora looking from Mallaig to Skye on a recent winter’s’ night and taken by a college lecturer, has been selected as the official college Christmas Card for 2023 by a panel at UHI North, West and Hebrides.
With the “16 Days of Activism to End Gender-Based Violence” campaign coming to a close on December 10th, it’s a good time to reflect.
Students from UHI Inverness have teamed up with a local charity again this winter to provide hundreds of meals for families struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.
Our Depute President for UHI Agryll, Ahren Armstrong has a message for all those receiving their exam results this week, to tell you his story and let you know there is #NoWrongPath through life!
Danny McBean a 3rd year electrical apprentice from Forres who works for Grants of Dufftown has been awarded the gold medal for the best electrical installation student in the UK at the recent Skillelectric national competition.
This December, we're giving away a Study Hamper! All you need to do is like our post on Facebook and share the post to be in the drawer!
Get ready for an insightful journey into the heart of the "16 Days of Action" campaign with a short film, Expensive Sh*t, created by Adura Onashile.
We caught up with Jack, who shares with us all about his role as our Active Campus Co-ordinator at UHI Moray.
Marine scientists, from SAMS, investigating the formation of harmful algal blooms (HABs) in Scottish waters have found no link between salmon farming and the likelihood of a bloom forming.
Alex Dold provides an insight into her journey as a PhD student researching representations of Scottish identities through the popular TV show, Outlander.
UHI Argyll, has recently launched an innovative new partnership programme with Argyll and Isles Tourism Cooperative, one of Scotland’s leading destination management organisations, to help young people develop a long and rewarding dream career in tourism in Argyll and the Isles.
Due to a change in circumstances, our Depute President for Education (Moray), Melissa Carr, has announced that they will be resigning from their position at the Highlands & Islands Students’ Association.
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence is an annual global campaign starting on November 25th
"Unveiling the Harsh Realities of Gender-Based Violence: A Personal Look into its Profound Impact on Survivors" – William Campbell, Your Students’ Association President
UHI North, West and Hebrides is looking to gain a better understanding of how rural centres in the Ardnamurchan peninsula can best serve the needs of the local community.
Are you looking for work that would allow you to better the experiences of your fellow students AND work around your studies?
As we step into the vibrant and transformative realm of Trans Awareness Week, we must acknowledge the profound importance of names and pronouns in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.
As we step into the vibrant and transformative realm of Trans Awareness Week, we must acknowledge the profound importance of names.
As our campuses across the Highlands and Islands continue to grow and diversify, the need for inclusivity and understanding has become increasingly apparent.
A look back at our first cohort of SWAP Access to Nursing students and their journeys to nursing.
Staff and students gathered in Inverness today (Tuesday 7 November) to celebrate the launch of the University of the Highlands and Islands’ new Gaelic Language Plan. The document, UHI’s fourth Gaelic plan, was unveiled at a lunchtime event held at UHI Inverness.
Islay High School pupils have been busy preparing for Halloween this week as part of their SfW Hospitality and Practical Cookery course undertaken at UHI Argyll.
Primary teachers across Orkney can look forward to specialist support in teaching the vital STEM subjects of science, technology, engineering and maths – thanks to a new STEM outreach coordinator who has joined the UHI Orkney team.
UHI Orkney students celebrated their academic achievements with friends, family and staff on Friday 29 September. Over 250 students were invited to attend the celebration of success and achievement in St Magnus Cathedral.
UHI Inverness provides a wide range of support to help ensure that none of our students go hungry or without essentials, such as warm clothing or toiletries, as a result of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
UHI Orkney, as part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) partnership, has revealed a new name and visual identity to strengthen engagement with communities and market its offerings more effectively through a connected and recognisable brand family.
Stay up to date with the Highland Theological College by clicking the link here!
Ruth Smart has been awarded the ‘Above and Beyond - Student Award’ in this years HISA awards.
A short story written from the perspective of a house in rural South Africa amidst the apartheid has won the prestigious University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) Peter May fiction prize.
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