Our Staff
Education expert receives OBE from HRH Princess Anne
Professor Rhona Stainthorp specialised in early-reading development
University News
In the Community
Using virtual reality to help children learn about hospitals
The 'We're going to hospital!' project produced digital replicas of three children's spaces at the Royal Berkshire Hospital
In the Community
Green space opens to all in Earley
Swallows Meadow is a popular walking site for local residents
University News
Peace and Unity: supporting our community amid conflict
A programme of activities supporting staff and students affected by current global conflicts
In the Community
Outdoor learning spaces open for Shinfield primary schools
The University worked closely with both schools to ensure the outdoor classrooms met their unique needs
Research
Raise the pulse together - Join the campus food revolution
Tasty dishes, cooking demos, and a pulse-packed treasure hunt, all coming to campus from 11 November.
International
Climate science excellence set for global stage at COP29
The University's COP29 presence will combine physical and virtual participation
Our Staff
Parliamentary committee role return for AI and film expert
Dr Dominic Lees has been reappointed as a Special Advisor to the UK Film and High-end Television.
Art & Culture
University Art Collection goes international
A new digital guide has been launched in collaboration with Bloomberg Connects
Our Staff
Reading professor receives honour in agriculture
Professor Richard Bennett has been awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Agricultural Societies (FRAgS), recognizing his significant contributions to animal health and welfare
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University News
Public lectures return to Reading on campus and online
The flagship series began more than half a century ago
University News
Vice-Chancellor appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Berkshire
Professor Robert Van de Noort is one of four new Deputy Lieutenants
In the Community
Community cinema premieres in Shinfield
The cinema was funded by Shinfield Studios, which has built 18 sound stages at the University-owned Thames Valley Science Park
University News
Reading in UK top 30: THE World University Rankings 2025
Reading is ranked at 26 in the UK and 201-250 globally
In the Community
Thames Valley community projects get University funding
Fourteen community projects have been awarded funding grants as part of the University initiative
University News
Art, Geography and Psychology rise in Sunday Times rankings
Reading rose to joint 24 in the UK overall
University News
MERL partnership awarded Museum of Sanctuary status
The national award celebrates museums that go above and beyond to make sanctuary seekers feel welcome
Our Staff
Obituary: Emeritus Professor Brian Palmer
Professor Palmer was Dean of the Faculty of Education and Community Studies after the University merged with Bulmershe College
University News
Reading named Sustainable University of the Year 2025
Reading rises to joint 24 in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
University News
Reading students take on University Challenge
The show will air on BBC Two at 8.30pm on Monday 23 September
University News
University welcomes debate over Wokingham Local Plan Update
Wokingham Borough Council will discuss its Local Plan Update which may affect University land
University News
Daily Mail ranks Reading #1 for Business and Architecture
Reading is ranked 42 overall, out of 119 UK universities
University News
University of Reading 35 in Guardian University Guide 2025
The University rose nine places from last year
Community
New pedestrian crossing ready for new academic year
A financial contribution from the University meant the new crossing could be installed on Upper Redlands Road
University News
Prestigious accreditation for Geography programmes
Royal Geographical Society accreditation for nine Geography degrees at Reading.
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