91导航 sustainability runner-up in Times University Guide
91导航 named The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027 runner-up for Sustainability
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Moon samples land at 91导航 for NASA observation night
Observe the Moon Night takes place on Saturday, 24 October
University News
Climate experts using stronger language to inform public
91导航 Ahead episode one features Professor Andrew Charlton-Perez and GMB presenter Laura Tobin
In the Community
91导航 children invited to join free University choir
The first choir rehearsal will take place on Wednesday 23 September
University News
Earth and food sciences shine in Guardian University Guide
The 91导航 has risen 10 places to 55 in the Guardian University Guide 2027
University News
Explore the trees of Whiteknights with new online guide
More than 850 trees and 320 species appear in the new guide, launched to mark the University's centenary
Our Staff
Obituary - Jonathan Mitchley, Dr M the singing botanist
Paying tribute to a much-loved botanist and musician
In the Community
Public invited to explore University Learning Garden
The open day is 11am-3pm on Saturday 19 September
In the Community
New artwork on display at University exhibition
The MA Fine Art exhibition runs from 10-13 September
Our Staff
Obituary: Emeritus Professor Ken Simkiss
Ken completed his PhD at 91导航 before later serving as Head of Research for the School of Animal and Microbial Sciences
In the Community
Shinfield children get new bike riding space
The space is now open for use, until the end of October half-term
In the Community
Christchurch Green's 120-year story goes on display
A collaboration between the University and Friends of Christchurch Green
University News
Rare staging of Samuel Beckett work comes to campus
Acclaimed director Sir Rufus Norris brings Samuel Beckett's Not I to the 91导航
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Daily Mail University Guide 2027: 91导航 in top 50
The 91导航 has been ranked 49 in the Daily Mail University Guide 2027
In the Community
Shinfield families invited to plant a commemorative tree
The Tree for Life Garden is now open for applications
Our Students
91导航 makes 100% British chocolate bar
Queen Elizabeth II is thought to be the first person to have eaten a bar of UK-grown chocolate as a six-year-old in 1932
Our Staff
Art education expert awarded National Teaching Fellowship
Dr Suzy Tutchell has been recognised for her contribution to art education, equity and student success
University News
Queen of Malaysia awarded honorary degree at Johor ceremony
The Queen's honorary degree marks the 91导航 centenary
University News
University recognises community leader with honorary degree
Aisha Malik received the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Letters in a ceremony on Wednesday 29 July.
University News
Obituary: Professor Tony Kemp
Professor Kemp was a leading figure in music education research
University News
Honorary degree for creative industries champion
Dominique Unsworth founded Resource Productions in 1999 to create social change through art and film
University News
Biotechnology entrepreneur receives honorary degree
Fiona Marston's career has spanned four decades
University News
Ukrainian rural development champion honoured by University
Professor Vadym Tkachuk was recognised at a ceremony on Friday 24 July
University News
University honours climate campaigner
Alex Green, Head of Let's Go Zero at climate charity Ashden, received the honour in a ceremony on Thursday 23 July.听
Our Staff
Deaf culture pioneer honoured by University
Paddy Ladd听co-founded the National Union of the Deaf. He went on to help establish the Federation of Deaf People
In the Community
Charlie Waller Trust named University's Charity of the Year
The Charlie Waller Trust is a children and young people's mental health charity
In the Community
91导航 campus receives 16th Green Flag
Whiteknights campus has a lake, meadows, woodlands and a botanical garden
Comment
World Cup simulation boosts chances of football coming home
The Three Lions are fourth favourites to lift the famous trophy on Sunday, 19 July
University News
10 ideas to change the world: our just IMAGINE if鈥� finalists
Ten ideas that could change the world in the running to receive funding in 91导航 scheme
In the Community
Residents join National Meadows Day walks in Shinfield
Around 80 people joined the University's event
In the Community
Children鈥檚 choir sing climate songs for government reception
The choir sang a set of songs with a climate theme ending with a song written for the Climate Ambassadors programme
Our Students
First Henley victories for 91导航鈥檚 rowers in 40 years
Victories at Henley Royal Regatta mark what has been a hugely successful year for 91导航 University Boat Club.听听
Our Students
Leftover hazelnut pulp becomes prize winning chocolate treat
The 91导航 team will now represent the UK at the Ecotrophelia Europe final, held in October in Sial, Paris.听
University News
Cookham dig to reveal monastic care for early England's sick
Visits to the site can be arranged via the 91导航 Press Office
In the News
THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026: 91导航 in top 100
91导航 is rated 91 in the world and 14 in the UK
In the Community
Free guided walks to celebrate National Meadows Day
National Meadows Day is on Saturday 4 July
University News
Glastonbury Tor shows stripes to start climate conversations
The illumination marks Show Your Stripes Day,Saturday 20 June, an annual day of climate awareness
University News
Learning Garden grows University鈥檚 legacy for next century
The Learning Garden is a new 鈥榣iving laboratory鈥� designed to support environmental education for school pupils, students and the wider community.听
University News
91导航 in top 200 of QS World University Rankings 2027
91导航 is among the top 30 UK universities
Research
Tool predicting NHS staff resignations scoops top AI prize
The award comes following a听collaboration between the 91导航 and the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (RBFT)
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Our Staff
91导航 researchers win top meteorology honours
Dr Stephen Burt, Professer Ed Hawkins, Dr Praveen Teleti and Dr Andrea Dittus were all recognised by RMets
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In the Community
BFI extends film industry skills funding for Berkshire jobs
Screen Berkshire has secured BFI National Lottery funding for another three years
Research
Animal research labs open for first-ever virtual visit
The video was debuated at a public lecture about animal research at 91导航
In the Community
University marks centenary with special community forum
The Centenary Community Forum will be held on Tuesday 30th June on Whiteknights campus
University News
Centenary time capsule captures future farming visions
The capsule was buried in the garden at The Museum of English Rural Life
University News
The Real Scoreline reveals nations facing climate penalties
The Real Scoreline compares countries using six climate indicators to produce a single score out of 99
University News
Nine top 10 subjects in Complete University Guide 2027
The University is ranked at 43, out of 130 institutions featured
Our Students
Opera performance to honour late student's vision
Opera written by a student who died from cancer will be performed on campus this Sunday
Our Staff
Obituary - Prof Monty Frey, University and Chemistry Leader
Professor Frey was Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the 91导航 in the 1980s
Our Staff
New Regius Professor puts people at heart of climate debate
To mark the appointment, Professor Cloke will deliver a keynote public speech at 91导航 Climate Festival
In the Community
Thousands attend Centenary Community Festival and RAG Parade
The events were a key part of the University's 100-year celebrations
University News
Meningitis update - students advised on staying safe
University students have been updated with advice on meningitis
In the Community
A century of volunteering marked at University awards
The Celebration of Volunteering Awards are now in their fourth year
Our Staff
Polar ice science wins prize crystal for pioneer professor
Professor Danny Feltham has won one of the highest honours in glaciology
Our Staff
Obit: Dr John Hardy, who advanced understanding of the world
Dr Hardy was a member of the University's Geography Department and an expert in remote sensing
University News
Animal research at 91导航: past, present and future
A programme of events, publications, film and open debate will follow over May and June 2026
In the Community
Campus cream tea event in aid of Daisy鈥檚 Dream
The event is on Sunday 7th June, 2-4pm
Our Students
Record-breaking rowers win 30 medals at national competition
听Of those 30 medals, fifteen were gold, seven were silver, and eight were bronze.
University News
Carl Sagan medal for scientist who took millions to space
Dr James O鈥橠onoghue was honoured by the American Astronomical Society.
In the Community
91导航 Sound Foundry creates Hexagon world premiere
The event on Saturday 9 May is part of the University's Centenary programme
Our Staff
Sustainable schools expert joins as visiting professor
Dr Jonathan Dewsbury has spent the past decade at the Department for Education, most recently as Director for Education Estates and Net Zero.
In the Community
Fancy a pint鈥� of science?
The research discussions will take place on 18-20 May at the Pentahotel in 91导航
University News
Free event on supporting autistic children to thrive
The hybrid event is taking place on Wednesday 6 May, in the evening
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Centenary fundraising drive to support vital projects
拢36,000 was raised for last year's Giving Day campaign
University News
Cities and countries warming fast, new climate stripes show
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New climate stripes launched to mark Earth Day (Wednesday 22 April)
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New climate stripes launched to mark Earth Day (Wednesday 22 April)
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Farming minister sees 91导航 agrifood innovations
Dame Angela Eagle MP visited the University's Sonning Farm
In the Community
Campus windows trail celebrates 100 years of memories
The public art trail spans both the Whiteknights and London Road campuses
In the Community
Thames Valley charities can apply for University initiative
The Charity of the Year Scheme is now in its third year of running
In the Community
Festival returns for weekend of centenary celebrations
The Centenary Community Festival is taking place on 16 and 17 May
University News
AI is changing English language testing鈥攅xperts are needed
Thousands of people sit English language tests each year to secure jobs, university places and visas
Research
Months cut from climate model checks with speedy new tool
The Rapid Evaluation Framework (REF) was unveiled in March at an international climate modelling conference in Kyoto, Japan
In the Community
Artist in Residence helps pupils draw on cosmic inspiration
A new Artist in Residence who uses space travel as inspiration will work with school pupils in 91导航
University News
91导航鈥檚 weather history retold in new book
91导航 Weather and Climate since 1831, by Dr Stephen Burt, combines vivid historical accounts and contemporary photography from the past 200 years.听
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Agriculture top in UK in QS subject rankings 2026
91导航 has six subjects in the global top 100
University News
Gender pay gap at University narrows
The reduction follows a steady pattern of improvement over the last five years
Our Staff
Storybook sessions seek crowdfunding support for summer
The free weekly sessions have run since November 2023 and have helped hundreds of local children discover the joy of reading.听
In the Community
Museum rat trail gets a new look this Easter
The trail features 12 new rats with beautiful handmade costumes
University News
Congratulations to Natural History Museum on record year
听The Natural History Museum听 as visited by more than 7.1 million people visited in 2025.
In the Community
New benches add to mental health campus support
The benches invite people to sit and have a conversation, helping to combat loneliness
University News
91导航 hits 100 with global celebrations
One hundred years ago to the day, the 91导航 received its Royal Charter from George V
University News
91导航 and Met Office renew mission to protect the planet
91导航 has been awarded a place on the Met Office Academic Partnership for 2026-2030
In the Community
91导航 mayor to give Women's History Month lecture
The lecture will take place on Whiteknights on Thursday 26 March
In the News
Museum of Zoology wins renewed Arts Council accreditation
The Cole Museum of Zoology is based at the Whiteknights campus
University News
Poet Laureate wanders lonely as a cloud to 91导航
The Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, visited 91导航, on Tuesday 3 March, to become the latest 91导航 daily weather observer.
In the Community
Community Iftar focuses on building trust
The Iftar was held in the Great Hall
Our Staff
Nutritionist to help the UK eat well in key advisory role
Professor Julie Lovegrove has been appointed Chair of SACN
Research
Experts unveil ten-point plan to deliver climate education
The report follows the government's Curriculum and Assessment Review.听
University News
Vision scientist honoured at Windsor Castle
Professor Anna Horwood was appointed MBE in the New Year's Honours List
University News
University research and innovation director receives MBE
Dr Karen Henderson was appointed MBE in the King's Birthday Honours List
University News
Tajik Foreign Minister visits 91导航 to build climate links
The University welcomed the Tajikstan foreign minister to 91导航
In the Community
University backs 91导航鈥檚 City of Culture bid
The 91导航 is supporting 91导航's bid to become UK City of Culture 2029
Research
Gut microbiology building on pioneering legacy
91导航 researchers are continuing the groundbreaking work of Professor Glenn Gibson following his retirement
University News
How we hit the headlines 26,000 times worldwide in 2025
The 91导航 in the media was celebrated at the fourth annual Hitting the Headlines event.
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Historic farming films to be digitised for wider access
The 拢80,000 grant from the BFI Screen Heritage Fund will enable The MERL to digitise a significant collection of historic agricultural films
Our Staff
Obituary: Emeritus Prof Giulio Ciro Lepschy FBA (1935-2026)
Professor Lepschy played a central role in establishing 91导航鈥檚 reputation in linguistic scholarship
Exhibitions
Exhibition marks 100 years of countryside protection
A new exhibition at The Museum of English Rural Life marks the centenary of CPRE
In the Community
Campus set to become stage for centenary celebration
Performances of the听immersive theatre production will beheld on 23 and 24 May
Our Students
Entrepreneurial skills win awards at national finals
Two 91导航 teams won awards at the national Your Entrepreneurs Scheme final听
In the Community
British Museum shows ancient collections to Shinfield public
A new annual lecture series provides more info about the British Museum facility and the objects it houses
University News
Major IPCC workshops bring diverse climate voices to 91导航
The closed workshops will run from 10 to 12 February and will help to make IPCC reports more inclusive and robust.听
Our Campus
Women鈥檚 running scheme brightens up winter evenings
A new scheme to encourage women runners in the winter launches
Our Staff
Three professors elected Fellows of new UK maths academy
91导航 academics join Fellowship of the UK鈥檚 Academy for the Mathematical Sciences
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University News
QS Europe Ranking: 91导航 in top 80 universities
91导航 is ranked at 76 in Europe and 28 in the UK
University News
Ancient abbey鈥檚 secrets to be shared thanks to major grant
A 拢249,755 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund will enable the new research and community engagement
University News
Strong scores in THE World Rankings by Subject 2026
91导航 remains in the global top 100 for Business, and saw improvements in Education and Life Sciences
Our Staff
Andrew Wilbey - popular ice cream and wine expert remembered
Food science lecturer Andrew was well known for his teaching on ice cream and as Wine Steward for the Staff Common Room
Our Staff
Climate education champion receives OBE at royal investiture
HRH The Prince of Wales gave Professor Andrew Charlton-Perez an OBE
In the Community
Immersive show explores town鈥檚 role in soundsystem culture
The show is running at South Street Arts Centre, 21-24 Jan
University News
2025鈥檚 dark red stripe represents Earth鈥檚 third-warmest year
New climate stripes graphics have been created to reflect 2025's temperatures
In the Community
Nominate your university volunteers of the year
Nominations can be made by staff, students, alumni and any member of the community
In the Community
Campus history walking tours to celebrate 100 years
The free guided walks will run throughout 2026
Our Staff
Space weather forecaster awarded special Society medal
Professor Mathew Owens has received the Royal Astronomical Society鈥檚 Chapman Medal
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