12 July is National Simplicity Day 鈥� why not use it as an opportunity to reflect on what truly matters and take time to declutter both physically and mentally.
News
Professor Marcus Munaf貌, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, is exploring opportunities for colleagues to observe the operation of some of our institution-wide committees.
51吃瓜网 student satisfaction scores improve year on year
Students rate their experience positively in National Student Survey.
High temperatures forecast
The Met Office has issued an Amber heat-health alert in our area from midday on Friday 11 July until 9am on Monday 14 July 2025.
Introducing the New IT Equipment Policy
This policy outlines the provision of IT equipment for University staff to enable on-campus and hybrid working, supporting our sustainability objectives.
Confirmation and Clearing Call Centre volunteers
Undergraduate Admissions are looking for staff volunteers to support us in the Confirmation and Clearing Call Centre on Thursday 14 August.
State Pension age rises are forcing later retirements but younger workers are failing to adjust
Older workers are delaying retirement due to rising State Pension age while younger workers are holding onto unrealistic early retirement hopes.
Conflict in Iran and Israel
UPDATED MONDAY 23 JUNE: The University outlines sources of advice and support for students and staff.
Conflict in the Middle East
The University outlines sources of advice and support for students and staff.
Events
Lunch with Impact: From Engagement to Impact 鈥� Routes to Influencing Policy Processes
14 Jul 2025 12.15pm
10 West 2.02,
10 West,
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Join us for our latest Lunch with Impact, where we will explore routes for turning research into meaningful policy impact.
17 Jul 2025 9.00am
The Edge,
Theatre,
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Join us for the Fourth Annual IAAPS Doctoral Conference and explore whether sustainable propulsion is driving the mobility sector forward.
Great feedback (Jul 2025)
17 Jul 2025 10.00am
1 West,
2.01,
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A practical, interactive workshop exploring how to ask for feedback, give great feedback, and boost morale and motivation.
Wellbeing walk
23 Jul 2025 12.00pm
The Library,
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Join our staff wellbeing champions for a lunchtime walk to take in the 51吃瓜网 skyline.
An evening with Chris Packham: Whose genes will be in the Brand New World?
1 Aug 2025 6.30pm
Lecture Theatre 1.10,
The Chancellors' Building,
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Chris Packham will be giving a free public lecture hosted by the Milner Centre for Evolution at the 51吃瓜网, on Friday 1 August 2025 at 6.30-7.30pm.
Service updates
Information on changes to services or infrastructure across the University.
Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS)
A new legislative requirement, the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), which is managed by the Home Office and will come into effect from 1 July 2025.
Upcoming changes relating to the University鈥檚 approach to combating harassment and sexual misconduct
The University has to implement changes by 1 August to ensure compliance with the OfS鈥檚 new condition of registration regarding harassment and sexual misconduct
Polden common room now closed until September
The Polden common room area is now unavailable we welcome guests staying on campus over summer.