RESPONDING TO THE PANDEMIC
How the QMU community is making a difference
PROVIDING PROVISIONS FOR the local
community during lockdown , bolstering the
NHS at the height of the pandemic , cooking healthy meals for low income families and conducting essential coronavirus research have all been part of QMU ’ s response to the global pandemic .
Good things can come out of bad situations , but there is no denying that 2020 was a shocker of a year .
No-one could have envisaged all of the challenges that the pandemic would bring . However , if we look back at QMU ’ s history , we have a reputation as a trailblazing institution which has tackled some of the most pressing issues facing society . In 1875 , the institution grew out of the need to address two important areas – the diet of the urban poor , and educational and career opportunities for women . Our mission , right from the onset , has been to make a difference , and we have a proud history of serving the community and working to improve lives .
Over the years , we have remained true to our roots . Our core values have prepared us well to rise to some of the challenges created by COVID-19 , and our tremendous sense of purpose has propelled the QMU community to work tirelessly in its efforts to improve the world around us .
There have been huge obstacles along the way , but making a positive contribution is part of QMU ’ s DNA . It ’ s what makes us tick . We are delighted to be able to share some of our stories to give you a flavour of the ways in which our incredible students , graduates , staff and supporters have contributed to the national effort in responding to the global pandemic . ❒
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