Kate Gilliver
@penarthkate.bsky.social
University Dean for Portfolio, Curriculum and Learning Innovation @ Cardiff Uni; SFHEA; Roman military historian; Mountain Rescuer; long-suffering Cardiff Rugby supporter; Durotrigan.
Here's a #HigherEducationPostcard of what became Cardiff University - this was the old old royal infirmary, turned into the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire If you like this image, I’d really appreciate a repost - remember, BlueSky has #NoAlgorithm
Battle of Pydna, summer 168 BC. The night before the battle there was a lunar eclipse. The Macedonians read it as foretelling the eclipse of their nation. A well-educated officer in the Roman army explained to his army what would happen and why, so no concerns there. Rome won! Livy, 44.37
Walkers are being asked to unite to challenge attempts to close Glen Lyon hills this autumn. @ramblersscotland.bsky.social has today launched a petition to challenge a Perthshire estate’s controversial 2-month ban on accessing 4 popular Munros in Glen Lyon. www.walkhighlands.co.uk/news/new-pet...
New petition to fight walking ban at 4 popular Munros
Walkers are being asked to unite to challenge attempts to close Glen Lyon hills this autumn. Ramblers Scotland has today launched a petition to challenge a Perthshire estate's controversial 2-month ba...
walkhighlands.co.uk
With our first workshop today, we've started the groundwork to give our programmes the option to move to programmatic assessment. Exciting first step for Cardiff Uni!
New evidence redraws Roman conquest's final conflict in ancient Catalonia phys.org/news/2026-07...
New evidence redraws Roman conquest's final conflict in ancient Catalonia
Researchers from the UAB have found the remains of a Roman camp linked to the suppression of the Ceretani revolt that took place in Cerdanya in 39 BCE. The research, based on archaeological surveys an...
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Roman Military Camp Found with Soldiers in Pits and Armor Left Behind in Slovakia | Arkeonews arkeonews.net/roman-milita...
Roman Military Camp Found with Soldiers in Pits and Armor Left Behind in Slovakia | Arkeonews
Archaeologists in Slovakia uncovered a Roman camp from Marcus Aurelius’ wars, with soldiers’ remains, armor, weapons and five fortified
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Trying to work out why I'm confused by the batters and fielding team, and the umpires all wearing the same colour (pink) when I'm so used to seeing everyone wear the same colour (white)! 🏏 #SomersetvNorthants
Ah well, at least Somerset pulled off a remarkable come-back against Yorkshire in the T-20 Blast quarter final earlier. Hard luck, England ⚽
Curacao v Ivory Coast or Ecuador v Germany. Which'll give the better viewing. (Given that the cricket is a bit one-sided today, it'd be nice to watch something that'll be a half-decent competition)
Another beautiful evening at thr Arms Park and thr start of a terrific move for Cardiff's second try.
No doubt @nevillemorley.eurosky.social will be along to discuss that classic episode and its relevance to 21st century international relations later 😜
Hugh Jones@hbsj.bsky.social · 4mo agoPretty sure that The Thucydides Trap was a Star Trek TOS episode
Peter Street in Dublin. I doubt it looked like that in 1900 when my grandmother was born in a tenement there. Her family lived in one room. At the end of WW1 she left for England and never returned.
This evening I attended our university Enriching Student Life Awards where I'd been shortlisted for the VC's award. I didn't win, but have come away with a coveted ESLA mug to join the others on the bookcase at work! Being shortlisted by the SU Sabbatical Officers is a genuine honour.
It's the early May Bank Holiday weekend. Therefore I am marking. To stave off marking fatigue I'm alternating batches of marking with sanding and painting bookshelves and cases.
Last ever class on my Roman Army module today. Students clear that their critical thinking skills had been developed by workshops requring them to discuss things with fellow students and through Padlets (communal digital 'stickies') outlining their arguments. Yay for active learning!
Modern caltrops being deployed to discourage access 😠 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Police probe wire and spike traps left on woodland path
Officers said two incidents at Glencruitten woods in Oban presented a
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A very pleasant evening at the Arms Park. Tight game and a must win for Cardiff!
Another year of agony, ecstacy, hoarse throats from yelling, and the traditional line-out photo from home games (hopefully there'll be another one of those tomorrow). Season 32 at Cardiff Arms Park signed up for. Come on you Blue and Blacks! #CardiffRugby
"is that a corbridge type A?" Asked Piglet. "Why yes." Said Pooh. "Is it heavy?" "Oh my yes..." Sighed Pooh.
Today in class we played with* the departmental onager. Every department should have one! *conducted serious research.
Without saying your age, post your favourite film that was released the year you turned 18...
a man says i am a jedi in front of a red light
ALT: a man says i am a jedi in front of a red light
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Alexandra Sills@belovedofoizys.bsky.social · 5mo agoWithout saying your age, post your favourite film that was released the year you turned 18...
Requalified as a Remote Rescue Medical Technician today (it's for the voluntary job, not the paid one!) A tough exam but scary responsibilities go with the qualification, and the in-depth revision in the run-up has been very satisfying for someone who'll always enjoy learning.
Calling early- to mid-career artists based in Wales! The British School at Rome, in partnership with Arts Council Wales, is offering a fully supported 3-month residency in Rome (Sept–Dec 2026). Deadline: 15 May 2026 bsr.ac.uk/creative-wal... 📷 Richard Malone's studio, photo by Luana Rigolli, 2026
Creative Wales-British School at Rome Fellowship 2026-2027 - bsr.ac.uk
Calling early- to mid-career artists based in Wales! The British School at Rome, in partnership with Arts Council Wales, is offering a fully supported 3-month residency in Rome (Sept–Dec 2026). A fant...
bsr.ac.uk
Really sad to hear of the death of the inspirational scholar and teacher Dame Averil Cameron @averilcam.bsky.social I count myself incredibly lucky to have had Averil as my lecturer and tutor for the expansive B5 Roman Imperial History course, and she actively supported my early career. RIP Averil
Tech win Today I re-established comms between the computer and printer after they've spent 6 months in a storage unit. Victory!!
