2026 is the University of Reading’s centenary year, marking 100 years since it was granted a Royal Charter.

We are marking this momentous milestone by connecting our community, our actions , and our impact through a series of celebratory events throughout our centenary year. 

The University of Reading's 100-year anniversary is not just a reflection on our past, but a beacon guiding us towards a future filled with promise, innovation and impact. Our history is an investment in the future. Together, we will continue to shape a better world for the next hundred years and beyond.

Our history

Explore our history and discover moments that will shape the century ahead.

2026 celebrations

Join us in our centenary celebrations, nurturing connections for the century ahead.

Centenary project grant scheme

Explore how the Centenary Project Grant Scheme is incubating ideas for the century ahead.

Centenary stories

From rare manuscripts to student voices, dive into newly uncovered stories from our archives, brought to light for our centenary.

Generations of Reading Alumni

Since 1926, more than 300,000 students have become part of our alumni family. Find out how you can get involved and stay connected.

Award-winning impact

Awarded five Queen’s Anniversary Prizes, including for Connecting Communities with Climate Change in 2021. Discover how our work is making national impact.

A truly global university

With three campuses worldwide, partnerships across the globe, and over 26,000 students from around 160 countries, discover how we’re connecting communities through global education.
 

Centenary 2026 logo

If you wish to use the Centenary logo, please contact CPS or log a new job.

As a member of staff, if you wish to use our Centenary templates or read our Centenary messaging toolkit, please visit the Visual Identity pages