QMU Podcast

We sat down with Prof. Paul Miller, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) & Anti Racism Adviser to QMU's Principal, Sir Paul Grice, to talk about inclusive leadership. What does it mean and how does it apply specifically to QMU?In his role at the University, Paul is providing advice and guidance on the further advancement of equality, diversity and inclusion and fostering an anti-racism culture of understanding.***This podcast recording is part of a range of initiatives across Queen Margaret University to highlight and communicate the work being undertaken by Paul in his role as DEI & Anti-Racism Adviser to the Principal and the activities of QMU's Equality and Diversity Committee and the Race Equality Steering Group.In May this year, QMU launched its first Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing (DIW) Calendar, reflecting each month on key social justice themes. The calendar highlights key dates, related events and activities taking place both at QMU and in the wider community, as well as articles and reflections contributed by staff and students.The calendar is designed to act as the focus of communications, events and initiatives associated with its themes, which for this month of August is all about Fostering an Inclusive Environment.LINKS:Paul Miller's appointment to QMU: https://www.qmu.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/2022/20220601-paul-miller-appointment/QMU's Equality and Diversity strategy: https://www.qmu.ac.uk/about-the-university/equality-and-diversity/QMU's Diversity, Wellbeing and Inclusion calendar: https://www.qmu.ac.uk/media/5lhbvhwh/qmu-equality-calendar-2022.pdf

In this QMU Podcast episode, Walid Salhab, now an award-winning filmmaker and media practice lecturer at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, shares his early experiences as a refugee and immigrant fleeing war torn Lebanon and how it felt to find that no-one wanted to hear his stories once he reached safety in the UK. He is speaking out now to influence the current discourse about refugees and their right to sanctuary. His lived experience has influenced his short films which give voice to the marginalized and dispossessed and have won accolades at film festivals worldwide. During this intimate and emotional interview, Walid opens up to his friend and colleague Emma Wood, Senior Lecturer in Media and Communication at Queen Margaret University, about the impact of the start of the war in Lebanon, his time spent as a child in Iraq and his work retrieving injured soldiers from the fighting. Walid also discusses his varied work as short filmmaker, on projects such as The Kelpies and Avaritia, and his passion for producing thought-provoking films which tell the stories of refugees and migrants. View the trailer of Walid’s latest film ‘The Sea of Hope’ at: https://vimeo.com/661266501

How do we make decisions about faces, and why is this important in relation to police lineup procedures?In this episode of the QMU Podcast, Dr Stephen Darling from the University's Division of Psychology, Sociology and Education sits down with his colleague Dr Jamal Mansour to discuss her research in this fascinating area. Find out more about Dr Mansour's research at https://www.qmu.ac.uk/schools-and-divisions/psychology-sociology-and-education/mansour-lab.

How do we encourage more women to develop as entrepreneurs, and why do we need them? In this episode of the QMU Podcast, Dr Majella Sweeney, Head of the Queen Margaret Business School, talks to Carolyn Currie, the University’s first Entrepreneur in Residence, about what barriers need to be overcome to encourage and support women to develop as entrepreneurs, the importance of female entrepreneurship to the economy, and QMU’s ambitions to establish a Women’s Business Centre.LINKS: Women's Business Centre – https://womensbusinesscentre.com Queen Margaret Business School – https://www.qmu.ac.uk/schools-and-divisions/business-school

This QMU podcast discusses Queen Margaret University’s research into the loneliness and isolation that our refugee community in Scotland has experienced during the pandemic, the real impact it has had on their lives and how it has affected their ability to integrate and contribute to their new communities. Importantly, we will look at the impact that loneliness and isolation can have on forgotten groups of people in society, and what lessons can be learned for the future to help support people with their integration into a new country, ensuring that they become valued and engaged members of society. Contributing to the discussion from Queen Margaret University’s Institute for Global Health and Development are Senior Research Fellow Dr Alison Strang, Research Assistant Dr Nicole Vidal, and Lecturer Oonagh O’Brien. Dr Olivia Sagan, Head of the Division of Psychology, Sociology and Education at Queen Margaret University also provides an insight into the subject of loneliness.

The QMU Podcast is back after a summer break! In this episode, Keith is joined by the University's Head of Student Services, Jessica Lindohf, and Students' Union Vice-President Andy White for a chat about what students can expect when they set foot on campus this month and what's available to them from both the Uni and the SU. Our guests also share their top tips for making the most of the student experience, as well as their Netflix and board game recommendations for those upcoming autumn months.

Keith is joined by Dr Olivia Sagan, Head of the Division of Psychology, Sociology and Education and QMU's Wellbeing Adviser Louise Gill to talk about loneliness and isolation during lockdown, and how we can look after our mental health and wellbeing in these challenging times. They also give us their book recommendations and discuss how they have been keeping well in their spare time - from running, cooking and sketching to improving Spanish language skills and catching up on some trashy TV! Students can get in touch with the University’s wellbeing service by emailing wellbeing@qmu.ac.uk. There are also links to helpful resources on the wellbeing section of the QMU website - https://www.qmu.ac.uk/study-here/student-services/wellbeing-service. Staff can access support through the ‘besupported’ Employee Assistance Programme, their HR Partner or trade union representative, and can also find wellbeing advice on the QMU@Home section of the website.

QMU 4th year nursing students, Isabelle Mackie, Niamh McLeish and Gemma Ferris are joined by QMU's Division of Nursing Programme Leader, Lesley McKinlay, to talk about their experiences going from being on student placements in health care settings to being Band 4 nurses contributing to the COVID-19 effort.

Students' Union (QMUSU) President Chiara Menozzi and RES:LIFE Coordinator Alice Kerr join Keith to discuss support for students during the COVID-19 pandemic, popular items from the campus pop-up shop, Netflix Party, ABBA and more!

Queen Margaret University graduate and Students' Union trustee Keith Easton chats with our Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Sir Paul Grice, about the University's response to COVID-19 and how the QMU community can stay connected in these challenging times.

The topic of migration is one of the most challenging and divisive subjects of our time. Gianluca Palombo from the Institute for Global Health and Development at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh talks to research colleagues about how we can reframe the topic of global migration, challenge hostility in the media and politics, rediscover our humanity and create a more welcoming community.In this episode, our researchers will talk about human migration – its history; media and political messaging, what research actually tells us about migration; and how we can build a stronger, more inclusive and welcoming society now and in the future. Sharing their research, thoughts and personals experiences are Dr Arek Dakessian, from the Institute for Global Health and Development at Queen Margaret University, and Dr Hyab Yohannes, from the University of Glasgow.

In the first QMU Podcast episode of 2021, Keith hands over the reins to Nik Terrell from the Student Recruitment team, who chats with postgraduate students Alice Thomson and Charlotte Cranston about their university experiences ahead of the upcoming 'Meet the Postgrads' events on 17 & 19 February. BONUS CONTENT: Nik, Charlotte and Alice share their Netflix recommendations for those dark winter evenings (it's all about 'Bridgerton' right now!)

In the first QMU Podcast episode of 2021, Keith hands over the reins to Nik Terrell from the Student Recruitment team, who chats with postgraduate students Alice Thomson and Charlotte Cranston about their university experiences ahead of the upcoming 'Meet the Postgrads' events on 17 & 19 February.