Honorary Graduates and University Medallists celebrated during graduation week

As the University comes together to celebrate thousands of students during graduation week, we’re also proud to honour 10 inspiring individuals for their contribution to the University and their respective fields.

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Summertime Socials: Activities for students staying in É«¹·µ¼º½ over summer

Join us this summer for some fun activities here in É«¹·µ¼º½.

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August Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre: Volunteers needed

The Admissions Office are looking for staff volunteers to play a vital role managing calls from prospective undergraduate students in our dedicated Confirmation and Clearing Contact Centre, which will run in August.

Summer Graduation 2026: Parking From Tuesday 7 July until Friday 10 July 2026 (inclusive) the University will be hosting our Summer Graduation ceremonies. An aerial shot of the É«¹·µ¼º½ campus Pauline Matturi awarded University Medal for exceptional service to the University community Pauline Matturi, Senior Learning and Development Adviser, has been awarded a É«¹·µ¼º½ Medal in recognition of her longstanding contribution to the University community and her commitment to enhancing the staff experience. Pauline standing on stage in a purple gown at a graduation ceremony. School of Design and Creative Arts students celebrated at New Designers and D&AD Last week, a group of students from the School of Design and Creative Arts (SDCA) received awards and prizes in recognition of their outstanding work displayed at New Designers and the D&AD New Blood Exhibition. People networking at the New Designers exhibition in London. EDI Update: Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Draft Code of Practice and the University’s Approach Following the release of the EHRC's draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations, the EDI team are sharing an update on the University's position and approach. a picture of campus in spring LU-CoRe-Net Launch Celebrates Centre Operations and Research Enablement Community Colleagues from across the University came together last month to celebrate the launch of the É«¹·µ¼º½ Centre Operations and Research Enablement Network (LU-CoRe-Net), a community dedicated to supporting those who manage and enable research centres, major programmes and projects across the institution. A group of colleagues pictured at the launch event É«¹·µ¼º½ Research Academy (LURA) launches mentoring circles The É«¹·µ¼º½ Research Academy (LURA) is launching a new programme of mentoring circles and is looking for both mentors and mentees to take part. Purple background with text reading 'É«¹·µ¼º½ Research Academy'. APSS to refurbish Cope Auditorium this summer The University has granted a contract to complete a major refurbishment of the Cope Auditorium to APSS. The refurbishment will span 8,000 square ft across the lobby, rehearsal areas, stage, and backstage facilities.   Front doors of Cope Auditorium prior to refurbishment Building on Athena SWAN: An impact-focused approach to gender equity at É«¹·µ¼º½ É«¹·µ¼º½ has a long and proud association with Athena SWAN. As a founding member of the Charter in 2005, the University has held an institutional bronze award continuously since 2009 and we have achieved silver and bronze awards across most Schools. Purple and pink illustrative banner View all news
History Can we map The Odyssey? How ancient geographers and modern researchers have traced Odysseus’s travels An opinion piece written by Professor Pragya Agarwal for the Conversation. University Honorary Graduates and University medal recipients celebrated at É«¹·µ¼º½â€™s 2026 graduation ceremonies for their outstanding achievements As the University comes together to celebrate thousands of students during graduation week, we’re also proud to honour 10 inspiring individuals for their contribution to the University and their respective fields. Environment People are more likely to trust climate assemblies when those most affected have a bigger say, study finds With COP31 a few months away, new research has found the most trusted decisions about how to fight global warming are made by the people affected most by those environmental issues. A forest from the air University National Student Survey: É«¹·µ¼º½ sees student satisfaction scores rise É«¹·µ¼º½ has increased its student satisfaction scores in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2026, reflecting its commitment to strengthening its sector-leading position for student experience. a group of three students chatting as they walk through campus Sport É«¹·µ¼º½ crowned BUCS champions for record 45th time É«¹·µ¼º½ has continued its dominance of British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) after securing an incredible 45th consecutive title. volleyball team lift the championship trophy Sport Lioness stalwart Jill Scott MBE awarded honorary degree Jill Scott MBE, one of England’s greatest ever footballers, has been awarded an honorary degree from É«¹·µ¼º½ in recognition of her outstanding contribution to sport, specifically women’s sport. jill scott collects her hon degree Research Two É«¹·µ¼º½ academics appointed to influential policy roles in climate security and special educational needs Staff members of the School of Social Science and Humanities have been recognised for their contributions to public policy through significant national appointments. View all news
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Staff Volunteers Wanted: Student Accommodation Centre Call Centre ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú Volunteering Volunteers are needed to support the Accommodation Call Centre during the busy A-level results period in August. Naomi McGowan The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Recruiting Run Leaders for RunTogether x É«¹·µ¼º½ ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and Students Volunteering We are looking for staff and student volunteers to take up a 'Run Leader' role, leading our recreational running sessions and Rec Sport Run Club! Run Leaders will receive a fully funded England Athletics Leadership in Running Fitness qualification. Orion Chan The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Ethics Review Sub-Committee - Biological Sciences position ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú General opportunities We are now seeking Expressions of Interest from academic staff who would be interested in joining the Ethics Review Sub-Committee. We are looking for academics with disciplinary expertise in Biological Sciences to fill the new specialist role which has been added to the composition. Jackie Green-Smith The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Call for Participants: People Who Rarely Use AI ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and Students Research participant call-outs We are looking for adults (18+) who rarely use AI tools, have only tried them once or twice, or choose not to use them, to take part in a 60–90 minute interview as part of a PhD research study. Xiuyan Guo The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Burleigh Springs - Offer of the month ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú Other Throughout July, you can get summer holiday ready with gel polish for fingers and toes for just £30.00 (would usually cost £54 for non-members). Charlotte Dyer The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
Research participants needed: Free performance testing (VO2max/Lactate) ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and Students Research participant call-outs I am looking for cyclists and triathletes (male or female) who ride at least once a month for more than 3 hours per session. You will receive a full physiological profile—including VO2max, Lactate Threshold, and HR zones—and will also be financially compensated for your time. Mohammad Alali The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
UK Secondary PE Teachers Needed: Research on Digital Technology Use in PE ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and Students Research participant call-outs Researchers at É«¹·µ¼º½ are conducting a study exploring how digital technology is currently used within secondary school physical education (PE) across the UK. Jike Yang The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background.
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IAS Seminar: The Experiences of Pregnancy and Parenting in High Performance Sport ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Research Hybrid - International House & Zoom Webinar Female tennis player on a clay court serving a ball Menstrual Health in Female Athletes - From Mechanisms to Recovery ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Research Hybrid - National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine (NCSEM) & Teams Webinar Two women running on a woodland trail Strike with Purpose: Empowering Women’s Health & Performance through Insight and Innovation ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Conferences West Park Teaching Hub Four people networking at an event on campus. IAS/UNESCO Dual Seminar Day 1: Professor Saini Yang & Professor Desmond Kharmawphlang ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Research Hybrid - International House & Webinar Landscape of a natural disaster with tornado and floods alongside a separate landscape of a rainforest Managing Homesickness ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù³Ü»å±ð²Ô³Ù²õ Other Online via Microsoft Teams The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. Sectoral Groups Launch Event: Shaping É«¹·µ¼º½â€™s Future Partnerships ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Academic EHB110B, Edward Herbert Building The É«¹·µ¼º½ logo in the brand colour 'African Violet' on a plain background. IAS/UNESCO Dual Seminar Day 2: Dr Maria Luiza Tanure Alves & Professor Asha Banu Soletti ¹ó´Ç°ù S³Ù²¹´Ú´Ú and students Research Hybrid - International House & Teams Webinar A child in a wheelchair with a football smiling alongside a separate landscape of a rock pool
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