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Workshops

A Brighter Way Forward

Based on Eliza Fricker’s book A Different Kind of Parenting: Neurodivergent families finding a way through together, this fully illustrated webinar will take you through the day to day struggles to a more hopeful place.

Thursday 16 January 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Get into Teaching Admissions Fees and Funding webinar

Get into Teaching with the Institute of Education. Attend our webinar to discover more about how to apply, fees, and surrounding admissions processes.

Tuesday 21 January 2025, 16:30-17:30

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Richard Bradley Lecture The Past in the Present

Prof. Laurent Olivier will deliver the Archaeology department’s inaugural Richard Bradley Lecture

Thursday 13 February 2025, 18:00-20:00

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Wolfenden Lecture - In conversation with Matthew Toresen

Don't miss the University of Reading's annual Wolfenden Lecture, celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month! 

Monday 17 February 2025, 19:30-20:30

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Get into Teaching with the Institute of Education

Considering a career in teaching, but not sure where to start? Come and join our University of Reading, Get into Teaching information evening.

Wednesday 19 February 2025, 16:15-17:30

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International Mother Language Day 2025

The Centre for Literacy and Multilingualism invites you to a public event to showcase and celebrate language diversity in Reading

Friday 21 February 2025, 18:00-19:15

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Art & Culture

The Untold Story of Scotland's Girl Bands’

Join us for a screening of this 2024 documentary, plus Q&A panel with Prof. Trish Reid 

Thursday 6 March 2025, 13:00-15:00

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Every Mind Matters: Improving Young People's Mental Health

Join Professor Stella Chan as she explores why one in five children and young people now has a probable mental health disorder (NHS England), the latest research on risk and resilience, and innovative interventions being developed to support youth mental health.

Thursday 6 March 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Conferences

Joint Institutions Great Debate 2025

Great Debate event, four speakers will address different aspects of key skills needed and global challenges which lie ahead, while safeguarding the future of both people and the planet.

Wednesday 12 March 2025, 19:00-21:00

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Art & Culture

Sign Language Film Club

Join us for the 4th edition of our Sign Language Film Club!

Tuesday 18 March 2025, 18:00-20:00

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Get into Teaching with the Institute of Education

Explore teaching opportunities available across Berkshire and beyond 

Wednesday 19 March 2025, 17:15-19:30

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Edith Morley Lecture - Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne Story

Don't miss the University of Reading's annual Edith Morley Lecture celebrating Woman's History Month.

Wednesday 19 March 2025, 18:00-19:30

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TVAI Launch Event

Connect with fellow AI enthusiasts, academics, and professionals over refreshments and nibbles to celebrate the re-launch of TVAI!

Thursday 27 March 2025, 18:15-20:30

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Art & Culture

Classic

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music as the University of Reading Music Ensembles take the stage alongside special guests, Evoke–a dynamic chamber choir from London

Saturday 29 March 2025, 18:30-21:00

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Slithering Secrets: The Amazing World of Snakes

Children's Spring Lecture 2025. Slithering Secrets: The Amazing World of Snakes
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Scientists of the Future Day

This is an all day science workshop for years 11 and 12 to give students a chance to experience what it is like to be a scientist first-hand

Wednesday 9 April 2025, 09:15-16:00

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Get into Teaching

Attend our Get into Teaching event and discover your path to teaching.

Monday 28 April 2025, 16:15-17:30

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2025 Fairbrother Lecture

'The Making of a Hero: Memory and Myth in Antarctic Exploration' with doctoral researcher Henrietta Hammant.

Tuesday 29 April 2025, 18:00-20:00

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TVAI: AI and Healthcare

TVAI panel event on AI & Healthcare: An exploration of the critical questions posed by AI in the Health domain. 

Wednesday 30 April 2025, 18:15-20:30

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Planning and Development Futures The Bicester Motion Story

 Bicester Motion will give our Planning & Development Futures Lecture, followed by drinks

Tuesday 6 May 2025, 18:30-21:30

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Meteorology Fellowships Open Day

This event will help you help you learn more about applying for, and pursuing, a research fellowship in the department of Meteorology. There will be presentations from, and opportunities to talk with, existing fellowship holders and senior faculty.

Wednesday 7 May 2025, 10:00-16:00

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Outdoor Classroom Day

This event showcases the ideas on how to set up Outdoor Classroom Day and developing innovative approaches to T&L. Designed to support learning, these resources provide hands-on activities that connect science, conservation, art, and music.

Thursday 8 May 2025, 14:00-17:00

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Annual Chaplaincy Lecture 2025

Join Anglican Chaplain Mark Laynesmith as he interviews Prof. Helen King about her new book Immaculate Forms which traces the history of women's bodies from the ancient world to the present day.

 

Thursday 8 May 2025, 18:30-20:00

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Festivals

Community Festival

SAVE THE DATE. The Community Festival is returning for a third year on Saturday 17 May 2025.

Saturday 17 May 2025, 12:00-17:00

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Art & Culture

Cafe Theologique Dr Claire Gilbert

Dr Claire Gilbert on Julian of Norwich

Tuesday 20 May 2025, 19:30-21:00

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Clearing the Air: Climate Law in the Age of Misinformation

Explore how law can fight climate misinformation and protect truth in a talk by Professor Chris Hilson as part of Reading Climate Festival.

Wednesday 11 June 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Pete Wharmby on Making An Autistic Living

June's webinar from the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features a talk from Pete Wharmby

Thursday 19 June 2025, 19:00-20:30

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The Puzzle of Pain What is Pain Research

Join us as we unravel the mysteries of pain through talks, hands-on demos, workshops, interviews and art installations

Sunday 22 June 2025, 10:00-16:30

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AI and Teaching the Ancient World Conference

Discussing the ethics and applications of AI in Ancient World Studies.

Wednesday 25 -Thursday 26 June 2025, Various times

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Centre for Autism Wellbeing Hub parent-carer meet up

These themed meet-ups provide a supportive space for parents and carers of autistic children to connect, share experiences, and hear about the latest research. The theme for June is neurodivergent parenting

Thursday 26 June 2025, 19:00-21:00

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Exhibitions

School of Architecture End of Year Show 2025

An exhibition of Architecture undergraduate and masters' student projects and design work

Monday 23 -Saturday 28 June 2025, 10:00-16:00

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Wellbeing

Rainbow Trust’s Rainbow Adventure Trail

A fun day of laughter, games and adventure awaits, as the University’s Charity of the Year, the Rainbow Trust bring their exciting, colourful, family-friendly Adventure Trail to Whiteknights this June.

Sunday 29 June 2025, 10:00-13:00

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Atmospheric Observatory Tour

Atmospheric Observatory Tour.  The tours are open to all ages 8 and up.

Wednesday 9 July 2025, 15:00-16:00

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Lectures / Seminars

A Conversation with Sparrows by Jon Adams

July's webinar from the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features a talk from Jon Adams

Thursday 10 July 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Centre for Autism Wellbeing Hub parent carer meet up

These themed meet-ups provide a supportive space for parents and carers of autistic children to connect, share experiences, and hear about the latest research. The theme for July is neurodivergent siblings

Thursday 17 July 2025, 19:00-21:00

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TVAI Panel Event AI and Education

Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring the questions posed by AI in education

Thursday 31 July 2025, 18:15-20:45

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Tours

Atmospheric Observatory Tour 1

Public tours of the Atmospheric Observatory are held every summer; booking is essential

Friday 1 August 2025, 15:00-16:00

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Atmospheric Observatory Tour

Public tours of the Atmospheric Observatory are held every summer; booking is essential

Wednesday 9 July -Wednesday 20 August 2025, 15:00-16:00

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Typography at Reading at 50

Celebration of 50 years of the Department of Typography & Graphic Communication at Reading

Thursday 11 September 2025, 17:00-20:00

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University of Reading Online Memory Cafes

If these walls could talk share your University of Reading memories with us in our online Memory Cafes ahead of our centenary celebrations in 2026

Thursday 11 -Wednesday 17 September 2025, Various times

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Understanding Autistic Burnout in Children and Young People

September’s webinar by the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features Jodie Clarke

Thursday 18 September 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Black History Month Careers and Networking Fair

Do you need more support and want to connect more with industry professionals? Then come along to our Black History Month careers and networking fair! With career stalls, employers, workshops, talks, and performances led by Black students, staff, alumni, and local community members.

Friday 10 October 2025, 11:00-18:00

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Lectures / Seminars

Into the World of Stonehenge

Stonehenge: iconic, mysterious and still full of secrets. But what do its towering stones really tell us about the people who built them and the world they lived in?

Tuesday 14 October 2025, 18:00-20:00

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TVAI Panel Event AI and Employment

How is AI changing the way we work? From reshaping job roles to redefining skills, AI is transforming the workplace. Join Thames Valley AI Hub for an evening of big ideas, expert debate, and networking as we explore the future of work in an AI-first world

Wednesday 15 October 2025, 18:15-20:45

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Get into Teaching with the Institute of Education

Find out more about the different courses available for becoming a teacher with the Institute of Education.

Thursday 16 October 2025, 16:15-17:45

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Active wellbeing

Creative Connection - Through A Different Lens

Uplift and celebrate the work and stories of the black community with a range of films from across the country. We'll be welcoming back film maker Michael Mante, with his film Small Hours alongside a short film called Weave, directed by Martin J.Lee with further films to be announced.

Thursday 16 October 2025, 16:00-19:00

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The Path to Belonging by Alexis Quinn

October’s webinar by the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features Alexis Quinn

Thursday 16 October 2025, 19:00-20:00

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Refugee Action Panel on Racial Justice Asylum in the UK

Join us for this panel discussion during Black History Month, focusing on the intersection of asylum rights and racial justice.

Thursday 16 October 2025, 18:30-20:00

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Black History Month: Community Fete 2025

Celebrate Black History Month at Broad Street Mall with our flagship Community Fete, showcasing Black-owned businesses and art under this year’s theme: “Standing Firm in Power and Pride.” Free and open to all – don’t miss it!

Friday 24 October 2025, 11:00-15:00

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Festivals

Friday Get Together Diwali Celebration

A Diwali themed Friday Get Together for our community

Friday 24 October 2025, 16:00-19:00

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Lectures / Seminars

TVAI x NVIDIA AI Day

Day at Reading: deep dives, live demos, lightning talks & prizes

Wednesday 5 November 2025, 09:00-16:30

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AI Literacy in Global Legal Education

One-day global Symposium on empowering students in their legal education through the use of AI

Wednesday 5 November 2025, 10:00-17:00

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An Evening with Bernardine Evaristo

Join internationally acclaimed author and dynamic literary activist  for an evening exploring her life and work

Thursday 6 November 2025, 19:30-21:00

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Get into Teaching - Primary

Considering a career in teaching, but not sure where to start? Join our Institute of Education's upcoming webinar to find out more about becoming a primary school teacher

Monday 10 November 2025, 16:30-17:30

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Armistice Services

Brief services of memorial for Armistice at each of our UK campuses for those who wish to gather to mark the occasion. 

Tuesday 11 November 2025, 10:45-11:05

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Get into Teaching - Secondary

Join our upcoming webinar to find out how you can become a qualified secondary school teacher with the Institute of Education

Tuesday 11 November 2025, 16:30-17:30

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Lectures / Seminars

Indian Ocean Environments Past and present

The annual Stenton Lecture, delivered by Prof. Sujit Sivasundaram (Cambridge).

Thursday 13 November 2025, 18:00-20:00

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Autistic Sensory Experiences and Inclusive Spaces

November’s webinar by the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features Keren MacLennan

Thursday 13 November 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Designed for life: building cities that make us healthier

Designed for life: Building cities that make us healthier: Is your neighbourhood helping you live longer – or quietly making you ill?

 

Wednesday 19 November 2025, 18:30-20:00

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Art & Culture

Autumn LATE at The MERL

Step into The MERL after dark for an evening of music, drinks, and creativity

Wednesday 19 November 2025, 18:00-21:00

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Art & Culture

Disability Focused Film Screening Imagine

Discover Imagine a captivating film on blindness and self-belief, followed by Q&A

Tuesday 25 November 2025, 17:00-20:00

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Climate and Migration Community Film Festival 2025

Join us Wednesday 26 November, 5.30–7.15pm at London Road Campus for two free films exploring climate and migration. Curated by Counterpoints Arts. Sign up now—an inspiring, accessible cinematic experience awaits!

Wednesday 26 November 2025, 17:30-19:15

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Winter Festival 2025

Join us for an unforgettable festivity full of music, reindeer, irresistible food and drinks, and our enchanting Winter Market. Free to attend, all welcome. Let the festivities begin! 

Thursday 27 November 2025, 17:30-20:00

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Purple Sock Day

Join us for Purple Sock Day to celebrate Disability History Month - In Our Words

Wednesday 3 December 2025, 11:00-14:00

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Get into Teaching Early Years

Join the Institute of Education's online event and receive a presentation from Head of Early Years, Jo Elsey.

Thursday 4 December 2025, 16:30-17:30

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Annual Cottingham Lecture 2025

Annual Cottingham Lecture 2025 The Idea of Moral Socialism

Thursday 4 December 2025, 18:00-19:30

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Beautiful Lives How We Got Learning Disabilities So Wrong

December's webinar by the Centre For Autism Wellbeing Hub features Stephen Unwin

Thursday 4 December 2025, 19:00-20:30

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Art & Culture

Closer Look Conversations with a Curator

Join the Art Collections team for free monthly talks with guest experts zooming in (literally!) on the highlights of the collection

Thursday 2 October -Thursday 4 December 2025, Various times

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Get into Teaching Primary Q and A

Join our online Q&A to ask your questions about joining one of our Institute of Education's Postgraduate Primary Initial Teacher Education courses. Open to all (students, staff, and general public) who are interested in a career in teaching.

Monday 8 December 2025, 16:30-17:00

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Get into Teaching Secondary Q and A

Join our online Q&A to ask your questions about joining one of our Postgraduate Secondary Initial Teacher Education courses

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 16:30-17:00

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Panel discussion on men's mental health

Panel discussion on men's mental health

Friday 12 December 2025, 10:30-12:00

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OUCH! The Grisly World of Tudor Medicine

Travel back in time 400 years to the stinky, sticky world of Tudor medicine – where doctors didn’t wear gloves and surgery was done with saws (yes, actual saws). 

Wednesday 17 December 2025, 16:00-18:00

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Art & Culture

A Very Merry Medley

A lively roundup of music from UoR Music and RUMS — a varied medley that covers it all

Wednesday 17 December 2025, 19:30-21:30

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Carol Service

Join us for a magical evening of festive celebration

Thursday 18 December 2025, 18:30-20:00

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Friday Get Together Christmas with the Community

The University of Reading welcomes the community to our Christmas with the Community celebration on Friday 19 December

Friday 19 December 2025, 15:00-18:00

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