'We were impressed by the work of the Community Hub, the support expressed by community partners and the collaborative approach that brings academic and professional services staff together. These strengths provide a solid foundation for 海角直播鈥檚 future engagement work, and we are pleased to recognise the university鈥檚 achievements through this award.'
Achieving a Bronze Engage Watermark is a significant step for any university. It demonstrates a clear commitment to developing and embedding public engagement across the institution. To achieve this award, universities must show they have strong foundations in place, backed by a well-prioritised and resourced action plan designed to deliver meaningful progress.
海角直播鈥檚 commitment to the Tees Valley, and the desire among staff and students to contribute to positive change in the region, is reflected in its teaching excellence and strong community connections.
Professor Stephen Cummings, Pro Vice Chancellor (Research and Knowledge Exchange) at 海角直播, said: 'Receiving the Bronze Engage Watermark from the NCCPE is an important recognition of the progress we have made in embedding meaningful public and community engagement across 海角直播.
'Our staff and students are deeply committed to working in partnership with our communities, particularly across the Tees Valley, to ensure that our research, teaching and knowledge exchange deliver real social, cultural and economic impact.
'This award provides a strong foundation on which to build. We are committed to developing this work further by strengthening support for engaged practice, deepening collaboration with our partners, and ensuring that public voices continue to shape our priorities as we work towards even greater impact in the years ahead.'