So here’s what all the fuss was about!! Thank you so much to for this amazing clip and of course to and all the other agencies involved in this huge project to keep us all safe. #exeterbomb
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Three quarters of ocean #shark and ray species face an elevated risk of extinction, according to new research. The study reveals an alarming 71% decline in shark and ray populations over the last 50 years, primarily due to overfishing. bit.ly/3ci7lYK
England’s first wild #beavers for 400 years have been given the permanent right to remain in their Devon home. The decision by is a landmark one, as it's the first legally sanctioned reintroduction of an extinct native mammal to England bit.ly/3fw8No7
We are incredibly proud of the 95 final year students who chose to graduate three months early today so that they can join NHS colleagues.
We wish you all the best in your future careers as junior doctors!
#ExeterForever #BleedGreen
"We must stand together and be brave to save our planet - not only for us but also for our future generations.” - gives an inspiring message of hope 🌎 #COP26
We are delighted to announce that the University of #Exeter will be #plastic free by 2020! ow.ly/I8Qq30jTb7Z #ExeterMarine
Great news! We're now ranked 24th in the world – a rise of 11 places year-on-year – in the CWTS Leiden Ranking 2019, released today (Wednesday, May 15th).
The University has also retained its position of 9th in Europe, and 6th in the UK, in the standings.
We're delighted that Michael Owuo Jr. (Stormzy) will become an Honorary Graduate at of Exeter today recognising his outstanding contribution to society. We can’t wait to welcome him to our campus and hear his message to our graduates. Watch live at 11:45: bit.ly/39HQbVu
Our Streatham Campus looking like a winter wonderland after yesterday’s #snow! ⛄️❄️⛄️ (📷 thanks to Gao Haoyang)
In 2006, the amazing became the first African Caribbean Chancellor of a UK university at Exeter. We think this statue on our campus is one of only a few in the country to an Afro-Caribbean woman.
Watch the unveiling of the statue here 👉 facebook.com/exeteruni/vide
Influential musician and social justice campaigner Michael Owuo Jr praised the “guts, grit and dedication” of students as we awarded him an honorary degree from today for his work to promote education and fighting racial inequality. #Stormzy bit.ly/3xKTa7k
In response to the allegations made against some of our students, we unreservedly condemn any act of racism. Incidents of this nature should not, and will not, be tolerated and we are committed to eradicating any form of discrimination or harassment, wherever it may appear. (1/2)
Congratulations to Prof Willie Hamilton who has been awarded a CBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours for his research into improving cancer diagnosis which has helped save thousands of lives each year. #NYHonours
Today we pay tribute to one of our graduates who had a huge impact on many people: Dame Deborah James, who died yesterday. Deborah graduated in Economics in 2003. We remember her today and remind ourselves that even in the most difficult circumstances, we can change the world.
It is with great sadness that we hear of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. On behalf of the people of the University of Exeter, we give our deepest condolences to His Majesty King Charles the Third, and the King's family, at this sad time.
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Sending congratulations to , an amazing Chancellor, who has been made a Dame in the #NewYearsHonoursList for her services for charity. #NewYearsHonours
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Following reports of allegations involving a small group of students, the University has launched a major investigation, in conjunction with the Students’ Guild, and suspended the students while this takes place. The police have also been informed.
🏆 We're delighted to have been ranked 10th in the University Guide 2020! 🏆 Find out more: ex.ac.uk/guardian2020
Exeter has been named the top university in the South West in the influential The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019 - exeter.ac.uk/news/featuredn
We're really pleased to announce that we've agreed a partnership with Halo, the UK’s first commercial provider of saliva-based PCR tests for Covid-19. This will ensure rapid testing of students and staff, providing both same day and next day results. bit.ly/32dFovq
We are declaring an environment and #ClimateEmergency. We will bring together our world leading experts on #ClimateChange and the environment to develop specific actions that will make a difference based on evidence and science. Find out more:
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Congratulations to who has been appointed the Editor-in-Chief of the leading journal for the largest sports medicine and exercise science organisation in the world, the journal: ‘Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise’ bit.ly/3byWOXV
We are proud of our students for gathering and speaking out so passionately and eloquently against all forms of discrimination and harassment today. #WeAreAllExeter
We totally condemn incidents of racism and hate crime. We support and stand with each other and celebrate our diversity beyond the boundaries of our campuses and this is more important now than ever. #BlackLivesMatter exeter.ac.uk/speakout/respo
A big congratulations to Mr and Mrs Özyakar!
Ahmet and Kasia, both PGR students at Exeter, got married earlier this month and celebrated by taking a picture by the famous Exeter rock.
From all us at Exeter, we wish you a lifetime of love and happiness 💚
A statement regarding Matt Hedges from our Vice Chancellor, Prof Sir Steve Smith.
We’re delighted to be rated Gold for our excellence in teaching and learning in the first #TEF assessment! ow.ly/pQgk30cN951
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We have donated thousands of #PPE items to front line staff at @RDEhospitals, and to help with the #COVID19 fight in the South West.
Read more here 👉 exeter.ac.uk/news/research/
We're incredibly proud to announce that Medicine and Medical Imaging students have opted to graduate early so they can qualify as junior doctors and diagnostic radiographers to ease pressure on the . #COVID19.
Molly tells us what this means to her.
. are investigating allegations regarding conduct of society leaders. We cannot comment until the investigation concludes. Where members have broken the code of conduct we will take action, referring to University disciplinary processes where necessary. (2/2)
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Best of luck to all of our students receiving exam results today! 🎓 📖 ✏️
We would like to say a huge thanks to everyone who has worked so hard over the last 24 hours to relocate our students & support the work of the police & military. Our students have shown amazing patience & co-operation & we will continue to do all we can to support our community.
Well, this is just wonderful! One family have recreated their graduation photos - 53 years apart!! Congratulations to you all.
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We’re delighted to announce that we have been ranked 143rd in the world in the latest - a rise of 31 places! We've also moved back into the top 20 in the UK in the league table, rising 5 places to 19th. Find out more at bit.ly/3mSYtOr
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We’re thrilled to announce that we are ranked 93rd in the : youtube.com/watch?v=iVQXzM #ExeterGlobal100!
We’re excited to launch the new University of Exeter brand today!
"Stories matter, writers matter, art matters, ideas matter. It heals us, it helps us empathise, it helps us understand each other. Stories change the world."
Congratulations to Exeter Alumna who received an honorary degree today 💚 🎓
Here's an alternative view of the bomb going off yesterday - such an incredible operation by so many agencies.
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Here is the moment the #exeterbomb was detonated in #Exeter this evening filmed by NPAS 44. Our video is filmed in Infra Red with the white hot mode selected showing heat as white. A massive multi-agency operation with a successful zero casualty outcome ^GMO twitter.com/DC_Police/stat…
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"You have already proved you have what it takes to follow your dreams. I pray that these words give you a bit of encouragement for to go and be who you’re destined to be and to share some fruit once you bear some."
Full speech: youtu.be/MHR5oCDFaOA
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The University of Exeter does not tolerate any form of racist, sexist or bigoted behaviour and is committed to eradicating any instances of discrimination and harassment that may arise.
Congratulations to our very own Professor J Roy Sambles FRS from the Department of Physics who has been honoured with a knighthood in the Queens Birthday Honours List 2020 for services to scientific research and outreach.
Our Streatham and St Luke’s campuses have been awarded the again thanks to the hard work of our wonderful grounds team! 🌲🌳🌹🌻
The city of #Exeter is celebrating after being named as the only UK city to be awarded City of #Literature status! The prestigious recognition comes from a joint bid from people and organisations across the city – including the University. ow.ly/xh7K50wYdL2
Best of luck to all of our students receiving exam results today! 🎓 📖 ✏️
We’re delighted to see our former Chancellor carrying the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Dove during today’s #Coronation of King Charles III.
We’re delighted to announce that we have broken into the top 150 universities in the world in the prestigious QS World University Rankings for the first time.
Read more here 👉 hubs.la/H0MX-5J0
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We’re pleased to be named as runner-up in the University of the Year award from the Good University Guide 2023. We’ve also risen in the overall rankings to 13th in the UK.
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Congratulations to our former Chancellor, Baroness who has been appointed to the Order of Merit 💚
Skateboarding in middle age helps people navigate depression, bond with their children and cope with personal trials, a new study from the University of Exeter shows.
Read more here: exeter.ac.uk/news/homepage/
We’re delighted to have won the Research Impact award at the University Awards 2018! #GdnUniAwards @GdnHigherEd
What better way to brighten a grey day than to celebrate #loveyourpetday with our favourite cat, Napoleon! He brings cheer to Forum Hill every day 😻💚
Congratulations to all of our students receiving their exam results today 🥳
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Cathedral Green & Royal Clarence has been at Exeter's heart for centuries. The damage is heart-breaking. Our thoughts are with all affected.
“We must stand together and speak up to save our planet, not just for us, but for our future generations and we need urgent, urgent action now and to work together as one”- the amazing gives an important message to world leaders ahead of #COP26
Huge congratulations to everyone receiving their A level results today! We can't wait to welcome you to the University of Exeter next month! #ResultsDay #Alevels #Alevelresultsday
It may be a grey day today but we still have the most beautiful campus in the country, don't we?? Vote NOW! ow.ly/54hO30fWbQG
We’ve won a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading #plastics research! Huge congratulations to Professors Tamara Galloway, , Lorna Harries & Dr
Happy first day of autumn! The trees outside the Forum are certainly one of our favourite things about autumn! 🍂 🍁 🍂 #AutumnEquinox
We are delighted that we have maintained our position amongst the leading universities both nationally and internationally.
Exeter is ranked 8th in the UK, 10th in Europe and 31st internationally in the CWTS Leiden Ranking 2021.
Read more here: exeter.ac.uk/news/universit
Join us now to watch Michael Owuo Jr. (#Stormzy) receive his Honorary Degree and give his speech! exeter.graduations-live.co.uk
Colleagues - following the PM’s announcements tonight there will be no change to operations tomorrow. Please look out for more info in an email tomorrow (Monday) morning.
Take a look at Winterwatch on at 8pm tonight where PhD student, Alex Smalley will be chatting to about the emotions people feel when they engage with nature through various digital formats. #soundscapesforwellbeing bit.ly/2MyIaWY
A new scholarship scheme set-up in honour of former Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Steve Smith, targeting applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds, will support six students to attend the University each year. exeter.ac.uk/news/universit
Tonight we #ClapForNHS and #ClapForCarers at 8pm to thank all the staff during unprecedented times! #COVID19 #Coronavirus #BleedGreen💙💚👏
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We’re delighted to be ranked as the top university in the South West and 12th in the UK in the 2019 and @thesundaytimes university guide! ow.ly/DZ8P30lVTAS
We wish all our students, staff and alumni a very happy Christmas!
We want to express our understanding and concern for the hugely difficult situation in which so many students find themselves after receiving their results this year. 1/6
Incredibly proud of our alumnus , today he was announced as the new Youth Mental Health Ambassador for the UK government 👏 #ExeterForever #LoveExeter💚 t.co/fN7gm8xsQY
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We've launched a funding appeal to help fast-track the development of a “pocket laboratory” that carries out quick, accurate and cost-effective blood tests that could revolutionise how we track, trace and monitor the spread of the #coronavirus.
Please support if you can 👇
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We are raising money to trial a new test for antibodies to #Coronavirus. If successful, it will give the #NHS a rapid & cheap tool to track recovery rates & identify people who have developed immunity.
Thank you to everyone who has supported so far!
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Good news for #Medicine students who didn't get a place last week; we're now able to increase capacity, so if you'd made us firm & your new results match all conditions of your offer, then we hope to offer you a place this year. We'll be in touch with those affected on Saturday.
#HappyBirthdayHarryPotter and Happy Birthday to Exeter Alumna ! What are your favourite Exeter myths linked to the #HarryPotter books? Ours is that the toilers in Washington Singer inspired Moaning Myrtle's bathroom!
We have donated thousands of items of vital protective equipment & have started 3D printing visors for & @RDEhospitals to keep workers safe during the #COVID19 outbreak #WeAreTogether
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@UniofExeter has donated thousands of items of #PPE to frontline #COVID19 workers @RDEhospitals , @RCHTWeCare & @DevonCC to support against #coronavirus - with more to come! #InThisTogether
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We've retained our place in the top 150 universities worldwide in the latest influential league table 🎉 We've been placed 146th in the world, and 19th in the UK, in the World University Rankings, released yesterday. ex.ac.uk/bHN
We are incredibly proud of our third year Politics student Maia Thomas who has supplied more than 2,500 food packages to people in need 💚 #ExeterForever #WeAreTogether
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University of Exeter student feeds thousands of families bbc.in/2NHbn2Q
It’s been a beautiful spring day in Exeter. Have a great last week of term everyone! ☀️
We hope everyone enjoys the snow today! We’ll have any updates on campus closures for tomorrow on here later today. ☃️❄️
We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Lord Myners, who was our Chancellor from 2016 until he stepped down last year. Our thoughts are with his family. Paul was a proud Cornishman and a great supporter of the University 1/2
We fully support the statement from in solidarity with the #BlackLivesMatter movement. If you need support or want to find out more, full details are in their statement.
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We stand in solidarity with the black community in America, at Exeter and around the world. Please read our statement from your Officer team, which includes information about support available and how you can help: exeterguild.com/news/article/6
We’re pleased to announce that Professor Lisa Roberts will be taking up the post of Vice-Chancellor in September 2020 following the retirement of Professor Sir Steve Smith.
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We are sad to report that the Police have found a body in the search for missing student Rory Cattermole. Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this difficult time.
There was an incident on the Streatham Campus today involving an individual suspected to be in possession of a firearm - the police were called and dealt with the incident swiftly. No-one was injured and one individual is currently in custody.
EMERGENCY MESSAGE: Building evacuation on Streatham Campus
Earlier today builders on private land next to the University uncovered an unexploded bomb.
Police are coordinating and there is no indication that this causes imminent danger, but we need to take immediate action.