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Birmingham archaeologist named as one of National Geographic's emerging explorers for 2012

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University of Birmingham archaeologist, Dr Jeffrey Rose is among the 15 visionary, young trailblazers from around the world who have been named as the 2012 class of National Geographic Emerging Explorers.
Date:
Wednesday 16th May 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law, Research, Teaching

Simon Halsey appointed to new role at University of Birmingham

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Simon Halsey, Director of the CBSO Chorus, will take up a new role at the University of Birmingham as Professor and Director of Choral Activities.
Date:
Wednesday 16th May 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law

Event uncovers the secrets of the West Midlands' most fascinating medieval manuscript

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The Vernon Manuscript is a unique lavishly decorated and illustrated book of religious poems and stories written in the dialect of the West Midlands. Produced around 1400AD, this treasure-hoard' of English literature is an important piece of Midlands history. Now academics from the University of Birmingham are showing off a new digital version of the manuscript for the first time at a free event in Birmingham.
Date:
Wednesday 9th May 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law, Research

Symposium explores cultural engagement in Chicago and Birmingham

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The University of Birmingham will co-host a cultural engagement symposium at the Chicago Cultural Center on Tuesday 8 May 2012 focused on connecting cities, universities and international partners in arts and culture.
Date:
Thursday 3rd May 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law, International

Frankfurt ties continue to grow as Goethe University chief makes visit to Birmingham

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Prof. Dr Rainer Klump, Vice President of Frankfurt's Goethe University, visited the University of Birmingham today to further develop ties between the two universities.
Date:
Friday 27th April 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law, International

Birmingham and Nottingham's joint links with Brazil go from strength to strength

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The arrival of visiting fellows from Brazil this week marks just one of many growing links the Universities of Birmingham and Nottingham are developing with the South American country.
Date:
Tuesday 24th April 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law, Engineering and Physical Sciences, International, Life and Environmental Sciences, Medical and Dental Sciences, Research, Social Sciences, Students

Go 'Behind the Scenes' with the University of Birmingham's inspirational experts

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A competition has been announced by the University of Birmingham today to give people the chance to go 'behind the scenes' with some of its most inspirational academic experts.
Date:
Tuesday 24th April 2012
Categories:
Alumni, Arts and Law, Corporate Services, Engineering and Physical Sciences, International, Life and Environmental Sciences, Research, Social Sciences, Students, Teaching

New exhibition brings a very Edwardian family to life

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A new exhibition opening this week at Winterbourne House and Garden's Coach House Gallery will offer a window into the lives of the well-known Nettlefold family who lived in the house in the early part of the twentieth century. A Spoonful of Kisses tells the story of the six children. Their pastimes, hobbies and education spring to life in this delightful exhibition.
Date:
Monday 2nd April 2012
Categories:
Arts and Law
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