After her graduation on Tuesday
@MawraHocane
visited Senate House, home of the University of London. Of achieving her LLB, she said "A few moments in life are just so intense and profound that in that very moment one doesn’t know what to do with it
#UOLGrad2019
#UOLWorldClass
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As Chakaravarthi says, daily exercise can help brighten your mood and improve focus. This
#InternationalDanceDay
, why not try dancing to your favourite music? It might be so much fun that you forget you’re exercising! Share your
#UoLWellbeing
advice here:
Today, our Chancellor, Her Royal Highness, The Princess Royal celebrates her 71st birthday. We would like to extend our warmest wishes to The Princess Royal on this special day.
#HappyBirthday
to His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, who turns 72 today. His Royal Highness has connections to the University of London. His sister, The Princess Royal, is our current Chancellor and his grandmother, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, our former Chancellor.
@MawraHocane
"I truly didn’t think I would ever graduate from the prestigious University of London, alongside my career, but while I walked on that stage all I felt was gratitude. I’m just so thankful, Alhumdulillah. Here’s to many more achievements and a life full of impossible dreams." 2/2
Today is
#ShakespeareDay
, which is said to be the anniversary of both The Bard’s day of birth and death. If that fact fills you with amazement, you can thank Shakespeare, as amazement is just one of the many words in the English language that he coined.
Marketing has come a long way from slick, ‘Mad Men’ style advertising gimmicks that play to people’s emotions. Developed by
@BirkbeckUoL
, the new online MSc Marketing fosters an all-round, in depth knowledge of successful marketing practise. Read more:
“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Happy
#MartinLutherKingJrDay
!
#MondayMotivation
We are very proud of UoL alumna Khadija Siddiqui, who has won a prestigious British Council Alumni Award in Pakistan, in the Social Action category. Khadija studied her LLB via the University of London’s distance learning programmes. Huge congratulations
@khadijasid751
!
Set boundaries and learn to say no when needed. Overcommitting can lead to increased stress, try to make sure to prioritise self-care and manage your time effectively.
#SelfCareSundayUoL
On behalf of everyone at the University of London - thank you to all our graduates and guests for making today so special. We hope everyone attending the dinner has a lovely time
#UOLGrad2019
We express our deepest sympathies at the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. We are truly grateful for her remarkable service.
We have a long and deeply held relationship with the Royal Family, our sympathy is with them and the nation at this sad time.
Today is the
#WinterSolstice
, which signifies the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere and the first day of winter in the astronomical calendar.
Here are some images of last week’s snow day to get us feeling wintry!
Today, Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee, marking an amazing 70 years since she ascended to the throne. Events are taking place throughout this milestone year. We'd love to hear how our students plan to celebrate!
On
#MandelaDay2023
we reflect on the great legacy of Nelson Mandela, who studied at the University of London during his incarceration. We hope Mandela’s courage and determination will inspire you to persevere towards your dreams.
#UoLCommunity
Thank you to all who attended for making graduation 2022 so memorable! We loved seeing you in London to celebrate your huge achievements and would like to congratulate you once again on your successes.
#UoLGrad2022
#UoLWorldClass
💜🎓👏🎉
Nelson Mandela, a fierce anti-apartheid activist, passed the University of London examinations whilst still in prison awaiting trial in 1963. We have an impressive history of social rights campaigners attending the university. Join this community:
We were proud to welcome former cricketer, Venkatesh Prasad, to graduation yesterday.🥳
Congratulations from all of us at the University of London!
#UoLGrad2022
Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching.
It was an honour and privilege to receive PG Cert in International Sports Management from
@UoLondon
.
Look forward to contributing more in the field of Sports.
During his imprisonment, Nelson Mandela studied law as a University of London student through distance learning. On the 100th anniversary of his birth, we remember his devotion to education and equality. Read more of his story: .
#Mandela100
#MandelaDay
All of us at the University of London continue to keep the people of Sri Lanka in our thoughts at this difficult time. Students who have entered for examinations in Sri Lanka should refer to the email sent today for guidance.
We can’t wait to welcome our global community to London for graduation! Where will you be travelling from to celebrate? Let us know in the comments below.
#UoLCommunity
#UoLGrad2023
We are the University of London, world renowned for our academic rigour and innovation. Join one of the largest, most diverse universities in the UK. Find out more:
#UOLWorldClass
Happy Easter to all our UoL Community that may be celebrating around the world, from all of us at the University of London.
#Easter2024
#StudentLifeUoL
Khadija Siddiqi’s life was turned upside-down when a violent attack almost took her life. The legal battle that ensued shook Pakistan and the wider world. Read about Khadija’s story of ambush, resilience and victory here:
#MyUoLStory
Henry from Tonga says: “It doesn’t matter where you are in the world, if you need a quality education, you can get one from the University of London without having to leave your country.”
@UOLGrad2019
Taking a moment to pause can help you feel more relaxed and ready to face challenges. When was the last time you took a deep breath? It’s a great tool that helps calm down your nervous system and only takes 10 seconds!
#SelfCareSundayUoL
It's day two of our graduation ceremonies! Remember to tag us in your pictures and videos and use the hashtag
#UoLGrad2023
to share your celebrations with us 🎓
There’s never been a better time to make yourself. At home. Study from your own home and unlock a wealth of knowledge from some of the world’s greatest academic institutions. Find out more:
#makeyourselfathome
Our BSc Computer Science programme, delivered in partnership with
@coursera
, is featured in this article from the
@wef
on how degrees can be reimagined to increase equity, access, and job readiness. Read more about the benefits of online learning here:
On behalf of all of us at the University of London, Professor Mary Stiasny wishes those celebrating today a very Merry Christmas. We hope you have a wonderful time! 🎄🎁
#MalalaDay
was established to recognise Malala Yousafzai’s advocacy for education rights all over the world. We would love to hear your thoughts on the importance of education and how it has positively impacted your life. Leave us a comment below!
Photo Credit: Southbank Centre
Chess is an intellectual sport that helps to sharpen our minds. Playing chess has been shown to improve valuable skills such as concentration, strategic planning and memory. It’s not only a hobby but also excellent for supporting your studies.
#WorldChessDay
#UoLStudyTips
Clocks in the UK went back by one hour this morning, taking us from BST (British Summer Time) to GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). This signifies the start of winter and means shorter days, with sunset at a very early 4:38pm today.
Maybe we'll even see snow in the next few months! ☃️
‘The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.’ On
#MLKDay
, we remember Martin Luther King’s leadership of the Civil Rights Movement and dedication to changing the world.
Her Majesty The Queen celebrates her official birthday today, just under two months since turning 94. In 1748, King George II gave monarchs born in winter months the option to have a second birthday in the summer, with hopes of weather more suitable for a celebration!
Today is
#HolocaustMemorialDay
, a time to remember those who lost their lives in the Holocaust and those affected by it, as well as the victims and survivors of subsequent genocides worldwide. May they never be forgotten.
We are so proud of
@sundaskofficial
for becoming a finalist with the
#UKAlumniAwards
! Sundas completed her LLB (Hons) in 2012 and is now a human rights lawyer, an actor, an anchor person for a morning show and our Alumni Ambassador. Congratulations!
#UoLWorldClass
#LeadingWomen
Tune into
#Icons
on
@BBCTwo
tonight at 9.00pm and help decide who is the greatest icon of the 20th Century. Amongst the nominees is our former student, Nelson Mandela. Voting goes live tonight - make your vote count!
On behalf of all of us at the University of London, Professor Mary Stiasny OBE, Pro Vice-Chancellor (International, Teaching and Learning) wishes those celebrating today a very Merry Christmas 🎄. We hope your day is full of joy and happiness.
#StudentLifeUoL
Today’s traditional boat race between Cambridge and Oxford can be traced back as far as 1829. Each year the competition is held on the River Thames in England and watched by over a quarter of a million onlookers!
#UoLFact
Happy Birthday to Her Majesty the Queen, who turns 96 today! The official celebration will take place on 2 June with the Trooping the Colour parade. This will form part of a four-day celebration of the Queen's
#PlatinumJubilee
.
Nelson Mandela studied with the University of London when he was incarcerated. We are celebrating his life and legacy with a series of daily quotes in the lead-up to
#MandelaDay
.
Today, we come together to mark
#RemembranceDay
, a time to reflect upon the sacrifice of the armed forces. It also marks the precise moment World War One ended, at 11 am on the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918.
#StudentLifeUoL
We're back with another
#StudentLifeUoL
video and this time, we're taking you on a tour of the
#London
#ChristmasLights
✨. Let us know which is your favourite display in the comments below!
A message from Professor Mary Stiasny OBE, Pro Vice-Chancellor (International); "All of us at the University of London are incredibly saddened to hear of the appalling attacks that took place in Sri Lanka and would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies."
Working from home? Preparing to start university? Want to polish your CV? This April we’re highlighting some of our MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) you can study from your kitchen table.
@UoLondon
Today is
#WorldBeeDay
! Did you know that we have four bee hives on the roof of
@IALS_law
? Our bees are able to feed on the flora of Bloomsbury, but across the globe bee populations are in decline. Let’s raise awareness for nature’s unsung heroes today!
Thank you to all graduates and guests who attended today’s ceremonies! We loved meeting you and are extremely proud of your achievements.
#UoLGrad2022
#UoLWorldClass
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Spending more time with people who make you feel good about yourself can improve your confidence and mental health. Who’s in your support network? Take time to notice and celebrate the people who lift you up
#SelfCareSundayUoL
Read our
#UoLWellbeing
blog:
We have seen with great concern the impact of today's earthquake in Turkey and Syria. The University of London has close and valued ties with our colleagues, students and alumni there and our thoughts are with those affected at this distressing time.
Today, Her Majesty The Queen celebrates her official birthday, just under two months since turning 93. In 1748 it was decided by King George II that monarchs born in winter months would have the option to choose a second summer birthday, much more suitable for a celebration!
Shakespeare is one of the most celebrated writers of all time. This
#ShakespeareDay
we remember his significant contribution to the arts. We are lucky to have some of his works held in Senate House Library, including two copies of the First Folio:
#UoLFact
Warmly remembering Nelson Mandela on the 4th anniversary of his death. We are very proud to have him as an honorary graduate of the University of London.
#NelsonMandela
#UoLWorldClass
From now we're dropping the ‘International Programmes’ and changing our name to ‘University of London’ - this reflects our academic awards. For a while you'll see both names being used. We're taking a phased approach to replenishing materials but
#UoLWorldClass
doesn't change.