A Window into our Civic Past
This June, a new exhibition in the Aston Webb building will unveil the stories of the people behind the University of Birmingham.
- Published: 28 March 2025
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The University for Birmingham
The first civic university with a Royal Charter, it set itself apart from older institutions, forging a strong connection to the city and community.
- Published: 27 March 2025
University of Birmingham's pioneering role in tackling global water challenges
As we celebrate World Water Day 2025, we reaffirm our dedication to sustainability and the preservation of vital freshwater resources.
- Published: 20 March 2025
The UK's Longest-Running Social Work Course
Pioneering social work education since 1908, our Social Work programme has transformed training and empowered generations of professionals.
- Published: 14 March 2025
From minerals to the moon - mining the future at Birmingham
Learn how mining set the standard for innovation and civic good through teaching and research at Birmingham.
- Published: 11 March 2025
International Women’s Day: University House
University House was one of the first women-only university halls of residence in the UK. We take a look at how it came about this International Women's Day.
- Published: 4 March 2025
The women who most inspire our researchers
To mark International Women’s Day 2025, some of the University’s inspirational female researchers reflect on the women they most admire.
- Published: 3 March 2025
The University of Birmingham celebrates 125 years (and counting) of world-changing research
To mark the University of Birmingham’s 125th anniversary The Exchange invites Brummies to explore research that is changing how the world works.
- Published: 27 February 2025