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Alumna Becomes Mayor

University of Reading graduate and researcher, Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles, has vowed to continue tackling inequalities in the local community after being made Mayor of Reading. Dr Mpofu-Coles, a Senior Research Fellow at the University, was officially...

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Community, Collaboration and Climate Action

With the University of Reading proudly at its heart, the 2025 Reading Climate Festival brought the town together for two inspiring weeks of talks, tours and events – from tackling climate misinformation to visualising global warming with the...

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Update – Giving Day 2025

“My time at the University of Reading had a big impact on my career and shaped who I am today. I am giving to say thank you – and to help open doors for the next generation, just like others once did for me.” On Tuesday 29 April...

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Nominate an honorary doctorate candidate

Nominations are now open for honorary doctorate candidates for 2026 – who do you think deserves to receive the University of Reading’s highest honour? Honorary awards are conferred on distinguished...

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University Art Goes Global

Internationally important artworks in the University of Reading Art Collection have been made available globally online for the first time. We’re pleased to share with our global alumni community that a new digital...

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Tales From The Archives

Guy Baxter and Miriam Gibson, from the University of Reading’s Archive Services, share the captivating archives that bring our University’s history to life. The University of Reading has a storied past...

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Saying Yes

The University of Reading is proud of its long-running participation in YES [Your Entrepreneurs Scheme] – an innovative global competition developed to raise awareness among postgraduate students and researchers...

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Disability History Month 2024

Discover the range of events being hosted in-person and online by the University of Reading and the Reading Students’ Union in honour of Disability History Month 2024. Make Your Own Kind of Music: Being Autistic...

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Helping Students Succeed

In today’s increasingly competitive job market, a good degree isn’t always enough to stand out. Work experience can make all the difference. Which is where generous University donors are stepping up to...

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Sustainable University of the Year

We are thrilled to announce that the University of Reading has been named Sustainable University of the Year 2025 in The Time and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. Not only has the University been named...

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Black History Month Events 2024

October is Black History Month – a time to celebrate the history, achievements and contributions of Black people across our communities. This year’s theme, Reclaiming Narratives, marks a significant shift...

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The World Reimagined

The University of Reading welcomes a powerful new art installation to our grounds. The exhibition, made possible by our alumni community, explores the impact of the transatlantic slave trade. On Wednesday 25 September...

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100 Years Of Excellence

The Centenary Project Grant Scheme is now open for applications to celebrate the University of Reading’s upcoming 100th anniversary. Do you have an idea to commemorate our centenary and develop our legacy for the...