Prof. Jen O’Brien (School of Environment, Education and Development) for ‘Education leadership’ and ‘the Student voice'

Through mutually respectful partnership with students, staff, and communities, Jen leads education for sustainable development that has positioned The University of Manchester as a global leader, shaping an international agenda. This was an outstanding submission that clearly evidenced the impact, value and reach of Jen’s work. For example, reach across the institution is enabled through the wide accessibility of her UCIL unit, Creating a Sustainable World (CASW), and enhanced by the particular design of the unit. In terms of value there was very compelling evidence of the impact on the student experience and outcomes for students taking part in CaSW. Her work in creating the University Living Lab is high impact both in terms of social responsibility (Strategic Goal 3) and in promoting The University of Manchester internationally, and is an exemplar of how to do flexible learning and engage students as partners in co-creation of the learning and teaching experience.