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@chrisday02.bsky.social

Higher Education Leader, academic clinician, Dad of 5 aged 4 to 34, sport daft

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Universities partnership β€˜a blueprint’ for others The Universities for North East England partnership could be a blueprint for the rest of the UK, an MP has told an event in Parliament.

This week our Vice-Chancellor Professor @chrisday02.bsky.social visited Parliament with Universities for North East England.

As part of the event @chrismcdonaldmp.bsky.social highlighted how UNEE could be a blueprint for the rest of the UK

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14.05.2025 10:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A photo of visitors at the event in the atrium of the Stephenson Building.

A photo of visitors at the event in the atrium of the Stephenson Building.

Welcome to all prospective students and guests joining us for our Offer Holder Experience Day! We hope you enjoy exploring our campus, attending talks, tours, and activities, and getting a real feel for student life at Newcastle. Have a fantastic day!

15.03.2025 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New Β£7m grant from EPSRC to develop sustainable electrification Researchers from the Universities of Nottingham, Newcastle and Bristol are set to receive a Β£7 million grant from a funding council to develop sustainable technologies to reduce energy wastage.

We're thrilled to be part of a research group alongside @uniofnottingham.bsky.social and @bristoluni.bsky.social awarded a Β£7million grant to develop sustainable technologies to reduce energy wastage! πŸ‘

Find out more here. ⬇

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11.03.2025 09:45 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Enjoyed speaking at the QS India Conference about our equitable educational partnerships, with a particular focus on our work with IIT Delhi on water sustainability. This work was also highlighted by the British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron in her opening speech

28.01.2025 11:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today is Martin Luther King Jr Day, we reflect on his legacy and remember when he was made an Honorary Doctor of Civil Law here at Newcastle in 1967.

Our commitment to equality remains strong, and we look forward to working with MLK's home city and its universities to honour his legacy.

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20.01.2025 14:20 β€” πŸ‘ 24    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Three portraits of individuals, featuring a person with curly grey hair and glasses, another with short red hair and a patterned top, and one with blonde hair and glasses, set against various indoor backgrounds.

Three portraits of individuals, featuring a person with curly grey hair and glasses, another with short red hair and a patterned top, and one with blonde hair and glasses, set against various indoor backgrounds.

We're delighted to share that this New Year's Honours list has recognised a number of outstanding Newcastle University colleagues who are honoured for their services to children and young people and medical advances to benefit patients. πŸ‘

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06.01.2025 14:23 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
picture of the Tyne Bridge and Millennium Bridge over the river in the night with shiny lights

picture of the Tyne Bridge and Millennium Bridge over the river in the night with shiny lights

Ahead of tonight's celebrations we'd like to wish all of our staff, students, alumni and community around the world a very Happy New Year! β­πŸŽ‰

However you're celebrating, we hope you have a great night and a wonderful 2025! πŸ₯³

#WeAreNCL #HappyNewYear

31.12.2024 17:53 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Professor Dame Anne Johnson in academic regalia, including a black mortarboard and red robes, seated at a desk signing a large book. There are two ornate silver inkwells on the desk.

Professor Dame Anne Johnson in academic regalia, including a black mortarboard and red robes, seated at a desk signing a large book. There are two ornate silver inkwells on the desk.

Anna Jones in academic regalia consisting of a black mortarboard, red and white gown, seated at a desk signing a book.

Anna Jones in academic regalia consisting of a black mortarboard, red and white gown, seated at a desk signing a book.

Sir Nigel Wilson in academic regalia, including a mortarboard and a red and white robe, sits at a desk signing a large book. There is a subtle patterned backdrop.

Sir Nigel Wilson in academic regalia, including a mortarboard and a red and white robe, sits at a desk signing a large book. There is a subtle patterned backdrop.

Last week it was our pleasure to bestow honorary degrees on Professor Dame Anne Johnson, Anna Jones and Sir Nigel Wilson for their exceptional achievements in their fields.

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09.12.2024 10:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional image for Newcastle University highlighting its ranking in the top 60 of the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2025. The photo features a lush campus courtyard with traditional red brick buildings and walking paths.

Promotional image for Newcastle University highlighting its ranking in the top 60 of the QS World University Rankings for Sustainability 2025. The photo features a lush campus courtyard with traditional red brick buildings and walking paths.

πŸŽ‰ We're celebrating being listed one of the world's top 60 universities for sustainability by QS.

We're also joint 3rd in the world for health and wellbeing impact - recognising our mission to help people around the globe live longer and healthier lives.

#WeAreNCL #QSWUR

10.12.2024 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 21    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Winter Congregations 2024 are here!

We can't wait to see all of our grads celebrating this week. King's Hall is prepped and ready. πŸŽ“

#NCLGrad #WeAreNCL

02.12.2024 15:46 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Portrait of Professor Judith Rankin from Newcastle University, smiling in front of a plain background, with a quote "Working together we aim to achieve better maternity health and develop the next generation of researchers and practitioners."

Portrait of Professor Judith Rankin from Newcastle University, smiling in front of a plain background, with a quote "Working together we aim to achieve better maternity health and develop the next generation of researchers and practitioners."

We're excited to co-lead a new consortium to help tackle inequalities in maternity care and outcomes πŸ‘Ά

We aim to focus on inequalities before, during and after pregnancy as well as develop the next generation of researchers.

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26.11.2024 14:48 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Picture of Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor of Newcastle University with quotation "We will forge deeper connections with businesses and local communities to help unlock the full potential of our region and beyond."

Picture of Professor Chris Day, Vice-Chancellor of Newcastle University with quotation "We will forge deeper connections with businesses and local communities to help unlock the full potential of our region and beyond."

Today is the official launch of the Universities for North East England partnership. Together with our partners, we have responded to the Government’s five priorities for higher education reform.

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25.11.2024 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

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