The President’s Blog
14/08/2025 2026-05-18 15:48The President’s Blog
The President's Blog
Growth Mindset: Evidence and Application
Carol Dweck’s research at Stanford University has reshaped how we think about learning. Her central conclusion is simple but powerful: people who see ability as fixed tend to avoid challenge and give up quickly; those who see ability as developable through effort, strategy and feedback are more resilient, more open to challenge, and more likely to improve. …
Writing Papers that Get Published: Solving Problems that Matter
I recently came across a lecture by Larry McEnerney from the University of Chicago’s writing programme. It’s remarkable since it flips so much of what we think we know about academic writing on its head. His core point is simple: an academic paper must create value for a community of readers. That means every paper should start with a problem that matters to that community. …
Why Struggle Matters: Active Learning, AI and the Future of Student Success
Simon Cleary, our Academic Director, recently reminded faculty that the classroom is not the place for passive listening. The real work happens when students apply, debate and use knowledge—while the preparation, the reading and the content acquisition take place through our Virtual Learning Environment and the University of London’s world-class resources. …
Confidence and Humility: The Balance of Real Leadership
This morning’s induction for our faculty and Deans, prepared and led by Dr Maria Casoria, did more than cover policies and processes. It asked a harder question: what does leadership in higher education actually require? Maria introduced two useful terms from Roman public life: potestas and auctoritas. Potestas is formal authority, the legal power to command. Auctoritas is less tangible and more durable: influence that flows from wisdom, trust and respect. The distinction is ancient, but its relevance to modern leadership could not be clearer. …
Preparing for University Isn’t About Packing Bags. It’s about Setting Goals and Building Daily Habits
Congratulations to all the new students starting university this month. The first few weeks can be overwhelming, but a few simple plans make a big difference. Set clear learning objectives and build small daily habits that support them. Be clear about why you’re at university and what you want to achieve. …
Professor Andrew Nix is the President and CEO of Euro University of Bahrain. He has published more than 600 international papers and successfully supervised 65+ PhD students. He is well-known for his ground-breaking research contributions that shaped the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth standards. More recently, Professor Andrew’s 5G wireless research is globally recognized for tackling societal challenges related to smart cities, urban transportation and digital healthcare.
