Press office news listing http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/listing.aspx?TaxonomyKey=0/1/187/189&NewsListingOrig_List_GoToPage=4&NewsListingOrig_SyndicationType=1 Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspx The University of Birmingham has committed support to a new independent news and commentary website produced by academics and journalists, which launches in the UK today. Thu, 16 May 2013 16:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/16May-Birmingham-joins-The-Conversation-as-founding-partner.aspx public engagement The Conversation http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/10-May-Beyond-The-Book-–-the-rise-of-the-citizen-reader.aspx What's behind the popularity of Richard & Judy's Book Club? At a time when e-readers, smartphones and tablets have made online literature ultra accessible, sharing opinions about books, and having face-to-face encounters with fellow book lovers remain more important than ever to readers, according to brand new research from the University of Birmingham. Fri, 10 May 2013 16:22:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/10-May-Beyond-The-Book-–-the-rise-of-the-citizen-reader.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspx The University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014 published today, 29th April 2013. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspx india http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/22-Apr-NGOs-–-the-changing-face-of-grassroots-activism.aspx Over the last 50 years increasingly affluent and educated citizens have turned away from traditional forms of mass politics: joining political parties, trade unions and voting in elections. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/22-Apr-NGOs-–-the-changing-face-of-grassroots-activism.aspx Matthew Hilton http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspx 250 years after the creation of the Lunar Society, which brought together leading industrialists, academics and philosophers to debate the biggest issues affecting society, the University of Birmingham is launching an Institute of Advanced Studies with a similar remit. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:48:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-launches-new-institute-to-address-biggest-issues-facing-society.aspx research Institute of Advanced Studies regeneration http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/15-Mar-Darling-Buds-of-May-actress-turned-Shakespeare-expert-offers-creative-approach-to-study.aspx Actress Abigail Rokison, who played Primrose in the top-rating TV show The Darling Buds of May, has taken on a new leading role in the performing arts. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/15-Mar-Darling-Buds-of-May-actress-turned-Shakespeare-expert-offers-creative-approach-to-study.aspx Abigail Rokison Michael Dobson Shakespeare Institute http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/13-Mar-University-of-Birmingham-hosts-one-off-Arts-and-Science-Festival.aspx The University of Birmingham is set to host its first Arts & Science Festival to showcase the wealth of ideas, research and collaboration across its campus. Running from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 March 2013 at various venues across the University's Edgbaston and Selly Oak campuses, the festival is open to enthusiastic and curious minds from the University and the general public. Wed, 13 Mar 2013 10:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/13-Mar-University-of-Birmingham-hosts-one-off-Arts-and-Science-Festival.aspx Ian Grosvenor Ancient Egypt 10 x10 solo Nick Hawes camilla smith http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-University-launches-bold-new-initiative-to-attract-brightest-students.aspx The University of Birmingham has launched a bold and innovative new initiative to attract the very brightest students by making unconditional offers to a targeted group of high performing applicants. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 15:45:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-University-launches-bold-new-initiative-to-attract-brightest-students.aspx Roderick Smith http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-Visiting-pasts,-developing-futures.aspx Academics and professionals working in the fields of heritage and tourism from across the world will convene in Taipei, Taiwan this spring for a five-day conference focusing on the changing ways in which cultural heritage is used, represented and interpreted within the development of international tourism. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:29:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/03/8-Mar-Visiting-pasts,-developing-futures.aspx Ironbridge Institute Mike Robinson Chair of Cultural Heritage and Director taiwan x9artsandlaw x9iaa x9ironbridge http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspx University of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize, which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:16:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspx india Ananthamurthy booker prize x9edacs x9artsandlaw x9englishliterature x9english http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/23-jan-Religion-out-of-the-box-–-Cadbury-Lecture-series-2013.aspx The annual Edward Cadbury Lectures began this week with a unique look at the history, theology and culture of religion. Entitled 'Religion out of the box: Dialogues with academy, society and culture', the series comprises seven lectures lead by esteemed academics from across the country. Wed, 23 Jan 2013 15:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/23-jan-Religion-out-of-the-box-–-Cadbury-Lecture-series-2013.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/18-Jan-Algerias-long-and-complex-battle-against-the-Islamists,-and-its-relationship-with-Mali,-by-Dr-Berny-Sèbe.aspx The hostage crisis on a BP oil base at Tiguentourine in Southern Algeria brings the issue of Islamist groups back to Algeria, where they developed in the early 1990s before the Algerian army routed them, forcing their relocation in Mali where ex-President Toumani Toure had the weakness to tolerate them. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:28:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/18-Jan-Algerias-long-and-complex-battle-against-the-Islamists,-and-its-relationship-with-Mali,-by-Dr-Berny-Sèbe.aspx Berny Sèbe Colonial and Postcolonial Studies Algeria Mali http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/11-Jan-Honorary-Professorships-awarded-to-No5-Chambers-Silks.aspx Four Silks from No5 Chambers have been awarded Honorary Professorships by the University of Birmingham. The ceremony helped to mark the opening of the University's Centre for Professional Legal Education and Research (CEPLER). Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:30:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/11-Jan-Honorary-Professorships-awarded-to-No5-Chambers-Silks.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/barber-80.aspx 13 December 2012 was a very special day for the University. On that day 80 years ago, Lady Barber and the original trustees signed the Deed of Settlement, which effectively founded the Barber Institute of Fine Arts that was bequeathed to the University 'for the study and encouragement of art and music'. Tue, 08 Jan 2013 10:32:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/barber-80.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/20-Dec-A-Christmas-Carol-Celebration.aspx In December 1853 Charles Dickens chose A Christmas Carol for his first ever public reading. In Birmingham Town Hall, 2000 people gathered to hear what has now become arguably the most popular Christmas tale from one of Britain's most highly acclaimed writers. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:26:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/20-Dec-A-Christmas-Carol-Celebration.aspx Charles Dickens Martin Killeen Cadbury research library A Christmas Carol http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:20:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx The University of Birmingham's China Institute celebrates its official opening today in the presence of His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the UK. Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx China Institute ambassador zhao Geely Holdings China Birmingham Guangzhou Centre http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12-Dec-The-rise,-fall-and-return-of-Berlusconi-conference-examines-former-Italian-Prime-Minister.aspx A one-day conference discussing the rise, fall and future of the notorious former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi will take place this week (Friday 14 December) at the University of Birmingham. Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:21:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12-Dec-The-rise,-fall-and-return-of-Berlusconi-conference-examines-former-Italian-Prime-Minister.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspx President of Medecins Sans Frontiers in the UK and a two-time winter Olympian are amongst the honorary graduands joining over 3000 students at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies this week. Paul McMaster and Adam Pengilly will also join leading figures from the world of medicine, media, government and education to pick up their honorary degrees from the University's Great Hall between 5 – 7th December 2012. Mon, 03 Dec 2012 21:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspx graduation Adam Pengilly Paul McMaster Lord Alan Watson Sarah Cox Jose Narro Robles Chris Banks http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/29-Nov-Orphaned-and-abducted-art-Who-owns,-Who-knows,-Who-cares.aspx The prestigious Ironbridge Lecture will this year be delivered by cultural object law specialist, Professor Norman Palmer QC on 5 December 2012. Hosted at the University of Birmingham, the lecture entitled 'Who owns, Who knows, Who cares? – Legal milestones on the trail of orphaned and abducted art' will explore the often problematic journey that objects undertake before they arrive in the museum. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/29-Nov-Orphaned-and-abducted-art-Who-owns,-Who-knows,-Who-cares.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/20-Nov-Brand-new-music-venue-creates-buzz-on-birminghams-music-scene.aspx The official launch of the University of Birmingham's brand new music building will be celebrated with a two-week calendar of concerts and events starting from 25 November. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 09:50:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/20-Nov-Brand-new-music-venue-creates-buzz-on-birminghams-music-scene.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/24Oct-Recorded-for-posterity-University-of-Birmingham-scans-Chicago-museums-future-home.aspx The University of Birmingham has presented the National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) with a 3D laser scan of the Museum's future home in Chicago's west side. Wed, 24 Oct 2012 10:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/10/24Oct-Recorded-for-posterity-University-of-Birmingham-scans-Chicago-museums-future-home.aspx USA Chicago National Public Housing Museum Richard Clay Henry Chapman malcolm press Keith Magee laser scan Virtual tour http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspx The University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 places Fri, 28 Sep 2012 16:58:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspx india http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/27-SepBirmingham-Notting-Collaboration-Fund.aspx Two leading Midlands universities, the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham, are building on their recent landmark collaboration by launching a £400,000 fund to support new joint projects. The money will help to deliver new scientific breakthroughs and innovations as well as supporting a range of other initiatives, such as developing new approaches to teaching at the two universities. Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:17:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/27-SepBirmingham-Notting-Collaboration-Fund.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/17-sept-A-world-of-discoveries-for-young-historians-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx To celebrate the start of the Byzantine outreach programme, thirty-five 15-16yr olds from the local area were selected to attend a day of interactive workshops and activities at the University, as a unique introduction to the study of the Byzantine Empire. Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/17-sept-A-world-of-discoveries-for-young-historians-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx Byzantine history and culture byzantine empire School of History and Cultures Corey Ross outreach http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspx A transatlantic student internship programme run collaboratively by the University of Birmingham and the British American Business Council (BABC) is playing a key role in enhancing graduate employability. Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspx British American graduate interns internship employability BABC USA http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-911-Summer-Camp-heads-to-University-of-Birmingham.aspx 25 US teenagers who were affected by the terrorist attacks of 9/11 are currently enjoying a special activity-packed tour of the UK. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-911-Summer-Camp-heads-to-University-of-Birmingham.aspx 9/11 new york USA british council students september 11th http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-12-Research-grants-success-at-Birmingham-Awards-up-by-55.aspx The University of Birmingham's research awards have risen from £93 million in 2010/11 to £145 million this year, a jump of over 55%. Thu, 16 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/16-Aug-12-Research-grants-success-at-Birmingham-Awards-up-by-55.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/07-Aug-Shakespeare-Scholars-35th-Summer-Symposium-in-Stratford.aspx Scholars from all over the world will attend the 35th International Shakespeare Conference, 'Working with Shakespeare', at the University of Birmingham's Stratford-upon-Avon base from 5th – 10th August. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 08:34:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/07-Aug-Shakespeare-Scholars-35th-Summer-Symposium-in-Stratford.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/03Aug-Olympic-Games-Makers-News-Release.aspx As well as supporting our alumni competing in the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, the University of Birmingham is also celebrating the success of several students and graduates who have been playing their part without having to don a pair of trainers or a swimming cap. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 15:47:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/08/03Aug-Olympic-Games-Makers-News-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/19JulyJoide-Anderson-News-Release.aspx Birmingham student Jodie Anderson graduates this summer with a BA Honors in History from the University and has an exciting future ahead with a fully funded law conversion course and barrister training placement. Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/19JulyJoide-Anderson-News-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/University-summer-school-showcases-the-best-of-West-Midlands-culture-.aspx Students from two leading universities in Taiwan are visiting the West Midlands this week to participate in a University of Birmingham summer school. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 16:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/University-summer-school-showcases-the-best-of-West-Midlands-culture-.aspx taiwan summer school ironbridge x9ironbridge x9iaa x9artsandlaw http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspx A former Conservative Home Office Minister and the Director of the BBC National Orchestra are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2012. Ann Widdecombe and David Murray join 15 honorary graduands and more than 5000 students who will collect their degrees at 18 ceremonies in the University's iconic Great Hall (4th – 12th July). Thu, 28 Jun 2012 16:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/01-June-Dinosaurs,-robots-and-skeletons-all-part-of-the-fun-at-University-Community-Day.aspx For the third year running the University of Birmingham is throwing open its doors and welcoming the public to its annual Community Day on Sunday 10 June. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 11:44:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/01-June-Dinosaurs,-robots-and-skeletons-all-part-of-the-fun-at-University-Community-Day.aspx Community Day dinosaurs public Campus annual edgbaston http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/28MayHay-News-Release.aspx Why do theatregoers enjoy watching people die? How did cider knock French wine and the Dutch navy into a cocked hat in the 17th Century? Academics from the University of Birmingham will provide an answer to these intriguing questions (among much else) at a series of lectures at the 25th Hay Festival of Literature and the Arts. This is the first time the University has worked with the world renowned literary festival to present a series of lectures. Mon, 28 May 2012 13:39:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/28MayHay-News-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/15-May-Digital-Heritage-Demonstrator-News-Release.aspx A unique new project to help businesses bring the region's cultural heritage to life through the use of new and exciting digital interactive technologies is being launched at the University of Birmingham. Thu, 17 May 2012 12:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/15-May-Digital-Heritage-Demonstrator-News-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-Jeffrey-Rose-News-Release.aspx 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. Wed, 16 May 2012 19:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-Jeffrey-Rose-News-Release.aspx national geographic archaelogy http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-12-Simon-Halsey-appointed-to-new-role-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx 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. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/16-May-12-Simon-Halsey-appointed-to-new-role-at-University-of-Birmingham.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/09MayVernon-Manuscript-Press-Release.aspx 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. Wed, 09 May 2012 14:42:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/05/09MayVernon-Manuscript-Press-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/12/3May-Symposium-explores-cultural-engagement-in-Chicago-and-Birmingham.aspx 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. Thu, 03 May 2012 21:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/12/3May-Symposium-explores-cultural-engagement-in-Chicago-and-Birmingham.aspx sister city Chicago culture Arts engagement Birmingham cities sister Grosvenor larry norman http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/27-Apr-Frankfurt-ties-continue-to-grow-as-Goethe-University-chief-makes-visit-to-Birmingham.aspx 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. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:17:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/27-Apr-Frankfurt-ties-continue-to-grow-as-Goethe-University-chief-makes-visit-to-Birmingham.aspx frankfurt sister city Goethe links ties http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24-Apr-Birmingham-and-Nottinghams-joint-links-with-Brazil-go-from-strength-to-strength.aspx 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. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:59:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24-Apr-Birmingham-and-Nottinghams-joint-links-with-Brazil-go-from-strength-to-strength.aspx Brazil FAPESP research Science without Borders http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspx 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. Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspx behind the scenes academics inspirational competition students http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/02AprSpoonful-of-Kisses-News-Release.aspx 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. Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:08:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/02AprSpoonful-of-Kisses-News-Release.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/Sport-2012/19Mar12University-of-Birmingham-Sport-at-the-BUCS-Championships-2012.aspx Many of the University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) teams headed to Sheffield over the 14-18 March for the annual British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Championships, held in a variety of venues across the city. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:11:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/Sport-2012/19Mar12University-of-Birmingham-Sport-at-the-BUCS-Championships-2012.aspx bucs sport Birmingham Universtiy http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/15MarBirmingham-Nottingham-Press-Release.aspx Against a backdrop of the most challenging time in UK higher education for a generation, a landmark collaboration agreement between the University of Birmingham and University of Nottingham is celebrating a successful first year. This innovative partnership builds on the complementary strengths of the two universities and has already enabled the institutions to secure multi-million pound research income, explore new international markets, and develop new research collaborations. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 09:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/15MarBirmingham-Nottingham-Press-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/Campus-welcomes-cube-of-dreams.aspx The results of a week-long art partnership-project between the University of Birmingham's Department of Theology and Religion, an internationally renowned Muslim graffiti artist and young men from a deprived east Birmingham estate are set to be displayed on campus from today (Tuesday 13 March), bringing Bromford's dreams to the University community. Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/Campus-welcomes-cube-of-dreams.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/08-Mar-12-Shakespeares-home-truths.aspx Channel 4's Time Team joined a group of archaeologists as they excavated the site of William Shakespeare's house, New Place, in Stratford on Avon. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:45:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/08-Mar-12-Shakespeares-home-truths.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/07MarEasy-Access-IPPress-release.aspx The University of Birmingham is pleased to announce today that it has recently become the first Midlands University to be part of the Easy Access Innovation Partnership, which promotes new ways of transferring intellectual property (IP) to industry. Wed, 07 Mar 2012 11:40:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/07MarEasy-Access-IPPress-release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/06Mar-Archbishop-of-Canterbury-to-deliver-annual-Cadbury-Lecture-as-university-building-becomes-artists-canvas.aspx The role of images in contemporary society is set to be explored during the University of Birmingham's annual Cadbury Lecture series, 'Seeing and believing in modern Christianity', from 6-16 March, which will begin with an art installation on one of the University's buildings and will conclude with a final lecture delivered by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:58:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/06Mar-Archbishop-of-Canterbury-to-deliver-annual-Cadbury-Lecture-as-university-building-becomes-artists-canvas.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/22Feb-Life-of-Italian-mafia-to-be-revealed-in-city-performance.aspx The confessions of a Sicilian mobster are to be exposed in a one-off performance of Dacia Maraini's My Name is Antonino Calderone at the mac next week as part of a three-day 'Italy and the Mafia' spectacle coming to the city of Birmingham. Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:59:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/22Feb-Life-of-Italian-mafia-to-be-revealed-in-city-performance.aspx modern languages Italy mafia theatre mac Dacia Maraini Alex Standen x9italian x9lcahm x9artsandlaw x9languages http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/20Feb-Scholarship-students-question-University-Chancellor.aspx Eight of the University of Birmingham's scholarship recipients met the University's Chancellor, Sir Dominic Cadbury, in a reception designed to introduce him to scholarship students funded by his generous support of the University's Access to Birmingham Scholarship Scheme. Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:36:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/20Feb-Scholarship-students-question-University-Chancellor.aspx Development and Alumni Relations Office Sir Dominic Cadbury Chancellor Access to Birmingham scholarship A2B http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/15-FebUniversity-of-Birmingham-unveils-new-Foundation-Academy.aspx The University of Birmingham has today launched its new Birmingham Foundation Academy for high performing international students to enter the British university environment one year before the start of their undergraduate degree programme. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/15-FebUniversity-of-Birmingham-unveils-new-Foundation-Academy.aspx foundation academy international students birmingham foundation academy Vice-Chancellor David Eastwood steve-minchin http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/09Feb-University-community-art-project-to-help-young-adults-express-their-dreams.aspx Internationally renowned artist, Mohammed Ali will be working in partnership with the University of Birmingham's department of Theology and Religion and unemployed young men in Bromford, east Birmingham, to paint their dreams for their community during a week-long 'Bromford Dreams' mural project beginning on Monday 13 February. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/09Feb-University-community-art-project-to-help-young-adults-express-their-dreams.aspx Community art faith hope dreams Birmingham http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/01/17jan-holocaust.aspx Almost 70 years after the end of the Second World War a groundbreaking forensic archaeological study by the University of Birmingham has unearthed evidence of hidden burial sites at a former death camp where more than 800,000 Jews perished during the Holocaust. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:04:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/01/17jan-holocaust.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/19-Dec-Pantomime-–-The-perfect-form-of-Christmas-entertainment-Oh-yes-it-is!-.aspx Research from the University of Birmingham has highlighted striking similarities between today's Saturday night television talent shows and another great Christmas tradition, the Victorian pantomime. The appeal of pantomime in providing spectacle, melodramatic villains and a guaranteed happy ending for a Victorian audience is paralleled today in Strictly Come Dancing and the X Factor. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:40:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/19-Dec-Pantomime-–-The-perfect-form-of-Christmas-entertainment-Oh-yes-it-is!-.aspx pantomime Victoria Kate Newey christmas Strictly Come Dancing X Factor reality television shows x9artsandlaw x9drama x9edacs http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/University-of-Birmingham-explores-further-collaborative-opportunities-in-Guangzhou.aspx Following the launch of the University of Birmingham Guangzhou Centre in September 2011, senior academics will return to the city this week to develop additional opportunities for joint research and innovation. Sat, 17 Dec 2011 01:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/University-of-Birmingham-explores-further-collaborative-opportunities-in-Guangzhou.aspx Guangzhou research opportunities http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/13-Dec-Honorary-graduands-for-December-2011.aspx CERN's Director General and the man behind the O2 Arena are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies later this month. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:29:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/13-Dec-Honorary-graduands-for-December-2011.aspx graduation http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/09Dec-Circles-of-Influence-News-Release.aspx The University of Birmingham's Circles of influence fundraising campaign has reached and surpassed its £60m fundraising goal - the largest target ever achieved by a Midlands university.Launched in 2009, the University set an ambitious target to raise £60m to support the research into critical issues that affect us all, to open the University to talented students regardless of their financial circumstances, and to develop the University's beautiful campus to provide world-class facilities for our students, staff, and the people of Birmingham. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, this target has now been exceeded. Fri, 09 Dec 2011 10:26:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/09Dec-Circles-of-Influence-News-Release.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/25Nov-Discoveries-provide-evidence-of-a-celestial-procession-at-Stonehenge.aspx Archaeologists led by the University of Birmingham with the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Archaeological Prospection have discovered evidence of two huge pits positioned on celestial alignment at Stonehenge. Shedding new light on the significant association of the monument with the sun, these pits may have contained tall stones, wooden posts or even fires to mark its rising and setting and could have defined a processional route used by agriculturalists to celebrate the passage of the sun across the sky at the summer solstice. Sat, 26 Nov 2011 08:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/25Nov-Discoveries-provide-evidence-of-a-celestial-procession-at-Stonehenge.aspx archaeology stonehenge summer solstice procession ritual History English heritage http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/16Nov11-University-boosts-Frankfurt-ties-as-market-comes-to-city.aspx As the annual Frankfurt Christmas market returns to Birmingham this week, education links between the two sister cities are flourishing. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/16Nov11-University-boosts-Frankfurt-ties-as-market-comes-to-city.aspx frankfurt geremny Film christmas market Economics Art history Social Sciences sister city Germany http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/08-Nov-Ironbridge-Gorge-Museums-to-host-annual-Ironbridge-Lecture-.aspx The prestigious Ironbridge Lecture will once again be hosted by The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust on Tuesday 6th December in the Engine Shop at Enginuity in Coalbrookdale. The annual lecture, held in partnership with the University of Birmingham, will be delivered by the University's Professor of Community History and Director of the BirminghamLives project Professor Carl Chinn MBE. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/08-Nov-Ironbridge-Gorge-Museums-to-host-annual-Ironbridge-Lecture-.aspx Ironbridge Lecture professor carl chinn http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/04-Nov-African-political-leaders-visit-University-of-Birmingham.aspx Raimundo Pereira and Manuel Nhamajo, speaker and deputy-speaker of the parliament of Guinea-Bissau, will speak on the theme of "The State in Africa: Consolidation or Crisis?' Pereira is widely tipped as the next president of the country, while Nhamajo is also vice-president of the Economic Community of West African States Commission. The pair are in the UK on a parliamentary exchange visit arranged through the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Guinea-Bissau, and are also holding meetings with members of Parliament and other politicians. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 12:36:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/11/04-Nov-African-political-leaders-visit-University-of-Birmingham.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspx Alumna Chrissie Wellington won the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship title on Saturday, October 8, deservedly earning the crown for the fourth time in five years. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspx Chrissie Wellington Rachel Joyce sport Birmingham Ironman Ironman Championships 2011 Kona http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/12October2011WinterbourneBBCPressRelease.aspx The land formerly used for the BBC television programme Gardeners' World is to become a community garden focusing on education run by the University of Birmingham's Winterbourne House and Garden. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:51:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/12October2011WinterbourneBBCPressRelease.aspx winterbourne garden gardening http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/14-Oct-University-welcomes-US-Congressmen-to-Campus.aspx Two former members of Congress are visiting Birmingham next week to provide a rare insight into the US political system, as well as share their personal experiences with students.The University of Birmingham will host Republican George Nethercutt and Democrat David Skaggs as part of the Congress to Campus programme. During the visit, the Congressmen will discuss the current state of politics in the United States, how the system of representative democracy works and help students understand a "behind-the-scenes" view of the American political system. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 10:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/14-Oct-University-welcomes-US-Congressmen-to-Campus.aspx congress USA politics obama nethercutt skaggs gilson http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/vernon-manuscript.aspx The region's linguistic heritage is set to be explored in a new research project comparing the way today's West Midlands residents speak to text from an ancient medieval manuscript originating from the area. The research by the University of Birmingham is looking at how far people in the region share the language of their predecessors captured in the Vernon Manuscript, the biggest surviving late-medieval English manuscript. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 16:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/vernon-manuscript.aspx Arts and Law research Vernon Manuscript. Bodleian Library Oxford University Professor Wendy Scase http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/09Sept-Acclaimed-playwright-appointed-as-new-course-co-ordinator.aspx Fraser Grace, acclaimed playwright, is to return to the University of Birmingham as co-ordinator of its postgraduate Playwriting Studies course, of which he is an alumnus. An award-winning writer, Grace currently directs the Writing Drama course at Anglia Ruskin University and is an associate writer with Menagerie Theatre. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:36:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/09Sept-Acclaimed-playwright-appointed-as-new-course-co-ordinator.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/07-Sept-Ten-years-on-from-911-research-calls-for-counter-terrorist-policing-to-be-held-accountable.aspx A decade after the global tragedy of 9/11, a groundbreaking pan-European research project led by the University of Birmingham is calling for increased accountability and tougher legal restrictions on surveillance and detection technologies. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:02:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/07-Sept-Ten-years-on-from-911-research-calls-for-counter-terrorist-policing-to-be-held-accountable.aspx counter-terrorism policing 9/11 terrorist surveillance technologies Privacy human rights DETECTER Dr Tom Sorell http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/31AugDistinguishedShakespeareanscholarappointedasnewDirectorofShakespeareInstitute.aspx The Shakespeare Institute, the University of Birmingham's international centre for exploration of the work of Shakespeare and the drama of his time, is seeking to enhance its international prestige and reputation as the destination of choice for postgraduate study with the appointment of distinguished Shakespearean scholar, Professor Michael Dobson, as its new Director and Professor of Shakespeare Studies. Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:51:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/31AugDistinguishedShakespeareanscholarappointedasnewDirectorofShakespeareInstitute.aspx x9edacs x9artsandlaw x9shakespeare http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspx The University of Birmingham is announcing a five year investment in facilities that will transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus, reinterpreting founder Joseph Chamberlain's vision for the estate for the 21st century and extending the services available to the local community. The key developments include a new sports centre and a new library, to join the new Music building currently nearing completion. Tue, 09 Aug 2011 10:41:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/20Jul-Celebrating-Graduation-Success.aspx Graduation is a special time for the University. Nearly 6000 students collected their degrees supported by family, friends and well wishers this summer. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 13:50:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/20Jul-Celebrating-Graduation-Success.aspx degree graduation http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspx Higher Education Funding Council (HEFCE) data places Birmingham in the 12 elite institutions in England. The University is one of the best performing institutions which share more than half of students with the highest A-level grades. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspx Ivy League hefce grades http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspx The University of Birmingham is to open a collaborative centre later this summer in Guangzhou, China, with the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspx china Guangzhou research partnership collaboration http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/28June-Record-33,000-potential-applicants-and-parents-to-come-to-the-University-undergraduate-open-days.aspx The University of Birmingham will be throwing open its doors to a record number of more than 33,000 prospective students and their parents this Thursday 30 June and Friday 1 July, for its annual undergraduate open days. Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:58:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/28June-Record-33,000-potential-applicants-and-parents-to-come-to-the-University-undergraduate-open-days.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspx Business leaders, academics and government representatives are coming together for a one-day conference focusing on new business opportunities with Guangzhou, a sister city of Birmingham. Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:32:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/24June-Conference-explores-new-business-opportunities-with-Chinese-sister-city.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspx Brazil's brightest and best researchers and postgraduate students are to be encouraged to bring their talent to the UK as part of a groundbreaking new initiative. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspx international Brazil post-graduate research Fellowships http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/15June-University-of-Birmingham-celebrate-win-at-The-2011-Impact-Awards.aspx The University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that Dr John Pearson, Business Engagement Manager in Alta Innovations Ltd, the technology transfer agency owned by the University, has been awarded Knowledge Transfer Achiever of the Year at this year's PraxisUnico Impact Awards. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 10:08:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/15June-University-of-Birmingham-celebrate-win-at-The-2011-Impact-Awards.aspx Business School Alta Innovations Impact Awards John Pearson Maggie Philbin http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspx The University of Birmingham has launched a global search to appoint up to 50 Birmingham Fellows to enhance the University's existing academic strengths and to contribute to a growing culture of collaboration. Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:41:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspx Fellowships research Postgraduate http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/07JuneWomensufferingfromworstviolenceinhistoryofmodernIraq.aspx Women have been left defenceless and at the mercy of militia groups in the aftermath of the Iraq war in 2003 according to research from the University of Birmingham. Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/07JuneWomensufferingfromworstviolenceinhistoryofmodernIraq.aspx women war violence iraq Middle East Islam liberation resistance http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/24May-Opportunity-to-see-archaeologists-at-work-in-largest-dig-at-local-medieval-village.aspx A team of archaeologists from the University of Birmingham are set to share their work at the largest open area excavation to be undertaken at the medieval village of Longstanton, Cambridgeshire, with a public open day offering guided tours of the site. Tue, 24 May 2011 13:53:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/24May-Opportunity-to-see-archaeologists-at-work-in-largest-dig-at-local-medieval-village.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/16May-Leading-universities-unite-for-enhanced-global-engagement-in-Brazil-mission.aspx Senior academics from the University of Birmingham and the University of Nottingham are visiting Brazil this week in a joint research-focused mission. Mon, 16 May 2011 10:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/16May-Leading-universities-unite-for-enhanced-global-engagement-in-Brazil-mission.aspx Brazil international University of Nottingham http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspx Senior academics from the University of Birmingham are currently visiting five cities in India on a Road Show to develop new mutually beneficial research links and collaborations with Indian institutions, strengthen existing ties and meet potential students and alumni. The fortnight-long visit highlights the University's commitment to its ever-deepening relationship with India. Mon, 09 May 2011 10:43:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspx india research links road show bangalore pune mumbai Delhi chennai http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/04May-Famous-Birmingham-graduates-give-students-sound-support-through-one-to-one-mentoring.aspx Twelve lucky final year undergraduate students from the University of Birmingham will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to gain first hand career insight and guidance from famous Birmingham graduates at the top of their field, in a new initiative being launched today [Thursday 05 May]. Thu, 05 May 2011 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/04May-Famous-Birmingham-graduates-give-students-sound-support-through-one-to-one-mentoring.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/02/Redcrosse.aspx A leading Shakespearean expert from the University of Birmingham is seeking to reaffirm Englishness and St. George in an innovative new work which is partly an original arts event, partly a groundbreaking religious service. The project, entitled Redcrosse, is led by Professor Ewan Fernie, and takes its cue from one of the great neglected epics of English literature, Edmund Spenser's The Faerie Queene. Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:57:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/02/Redcrosse.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/11/03Nov-MillsReeveFreeLegalAdvice.aspx The University of Birmingham's Law School has once more joined forces with the Birmingham office of law firm Mills & Reeve to provide free legal advice to members of the University's local community. Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:36:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/11/03Nov-MillsReeveFreeLegalAdvice.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/09/29sept-frenchlecture.aspx Internationally acclaimed and award winning Caribbean author Maryse Condé, first president of the French national Committee for the Memory of Slavery (2004-2008), will be giving a special lecture on The Personal Journey of a Caribbean Author, at the University of Birmingham on 30th September 2010. Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:21:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/09/29sept-frenchlecture.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/22july-stonehenge.aspx History is set to be rewritten after an archaeology team led by the University of Birmingham and the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute discovered a major ceremonial monument less than one kilometre away from the iconic Stonehenge. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/22july-stonehenge.aspx stonehenge History archaeology http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/16july-soldier.aspx Archaeologists from the University of Birmingham helped to identify the remains of a soldier killed in the First World War. He will now be reburied with his fallen comrades almost a century after he died on a Belgian battlefield. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/16july-soldier.aspx war archaeology http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/15july-music.aspx The official start of the work to build the University of Birmingham's new auditorium will be marked by a groundbreaking event, led by Liz and Terry Bramall, major donors to the project. Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/15july-music.aspx Music http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-zephaniah.aspx Acclaimed novelist and playwright Benjamin Zephaniah will give the University of Birmingham's Baggs Memorial Lecture on Monday 5th July 2010 at 6.30pm. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-zephaniah.aspx Benjamin Zephaniah Baggs Memorial aston webb Happiness http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspx Archaeologists at the University of Birmingham are heading to Stonehenge to lead the world's biggest-ever virtual excavation. The Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project, which starts today (Monday July 5), will use the latest geophysical imaging techniques to visually recreate the iconic prehistoric monument and its surroundings. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/02/28Feb-lawschool.aspx The University of Birmingham's Law School has joined forces with the Birmingham office of national law firm Mills & Reeve to provide free legal advice to those unable to pay for it. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/02/28Feb-lawschool.aspx law 'Mills & Reeve' FLAG legal advice Community http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/12/1Dec-Ozumba.aspx Award winning Kachi Ozumba will discuss his debut novel, The Shadow of a Smile, (published by Alma Books) on Tuesday 8 December, at the University's Centre of West African Studies.Funny, crude, poignant, the novel reveals the darker side of Nigeria - a country striving to consolidate democracy after years of dictatorship and tribal in-fighting. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:57:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/12/1Dec-Ozumba.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/30Nov-Shakespeare.aspx Archaeologists at the University of Birmingham have begun preparations for an archaeological excavation at the site of Shakespeare's final home 'New Place' in Stratford-upon-Avon, where he lived out his final years and in which he died in 1616. Initial work to test the feasibility of an excavation project is underway and will inform plans for a wider archaeological project by Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust at New Place next year. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/30Nov-Shakespeare.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/27Nov-Unigwe.aspx Award winning Chika Unigwe will be reading from her new novel On Black Sisters' Street, on Tuesday 1 December, at the University's Centre of West African Studies. Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:34:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/27Nov-Unigwe.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/25Nov-Theresa.aspx Mother Teresa was betrayed by religious colleagues when she confided in them that she did not believe in God, according to new research by a University of Birmingham academic. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 22:38:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/25Nov-Theresa.aspx http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-Faiths.aspx The University of Birmingham is hosting a major conference this week to engage with faith leaders across the city. The 'Faiths for the City: making a difference conference' aims to bring together the different communities and religions in the city. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:55:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-Faiths.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-humorous.aspx After publishing many academic books and articles on education, Clive Harber, a professor of International Education at the University of Birmingham has changed tone and now brings readers a humorous travel book based in sub-Saharan Africa. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/11/4Nov-humorous.aspx Arts and Law http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/10/15Oct-Boat.aspx Birmingham archaeologists will arrive in Oman this week to carry out the laser scanning of a replica of an ancient Arab Dhow ship that was used in trading between the Gulf and China in the 9th Century. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:09:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/10/15Oct-Boat.aspx