We're making the most of campus being quiet over the summer to give you a tour of our lecture theatres, many of which are named after people who have played an important part in the university's history โ๏ธ
How many names and theatres do you recognise from your student days? ๐
โจ๏ธ Newcastle University campus looks extra special during golden hour โจ๏ธ
From vibrant autumn leaves to the peaceful snow of winter, every season adds its own magic to campus walks. What was your favourite season to explore Newcastle University? ๐ฟ๐โ๏ธ๐ธ Share your memories with us! #ThrowBackThursday #NewcastleUni
This #BookLoversDay, we celebrate our libraries for supporting students during the cost-of-living crisis by providing free e-books and resources, ensuring everyone has access to learning.
We love hearing about your memories of studying on campus, which library was your favourite? ๐ โ๏ธ
You belong to an inspiring global network of 270,000 @UniofNewcastle alumni.
To celebrate the end of summer graduations, we would like to share some of the amazing memories you have sent in to us.
Thanks to everyone who shared their thoughts, we hope they bring back wonderful memories for you all ๐
Find out how to get involved in your alumni community ๐ https://bit.ly/3y2VkDw
#WeAreNCL #NCLalumni #FeelGoodFriday #NCLgrad
Monju Meah
Happy National Volunteerโs Week!
We want to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to our alumni volunteers who are making a big difference in the world. So far this year our volunteers have given over 1,200 hours of their time, from 23 countries around the world! You are all amazing!
Watch this video from alumni volunteer Monju ๐
To find out more about the benefits of volunteering and how you can get involved click here ๐ https://bit.ly/3RbL3LR
#NVW #VolunteersWeek
NCL in Action 2024 | Nailing It: From Benton to Broadway
Earlier this month, we welcomed honorary graduate Jimmy Nail to the launch of NCL in Action 2024 and heard his inspiring story - from growing up in Benton and working on the shipyards to starring on Broadway!
Here are just some of the words of wisdom Jimmy shared with us on the topic of overcoming barriers and reaching your potential ๐
Are you up for our virtual Climb a Mountain Challenge this March? ๐
You donโt have to climb Everest to make a huge difference to your university community - but you could! Choose to climb Ben Nevis, Mount Fuji or Everest from home this March to support future generations of Newcastle graduates ๐
Take on the challenge ๐ https://www.ncl.ac.uk/ncl-in-action/fundraising/mountain-challenge/
Are you looking for a new challenge to tackle in 2024? Reach your fitness goals and help raise aspirations in our university community at the same time in our #NCLinAction virtual โClimb a Mountainโ challenge! โฐ๏ธ
Ascend Ben Nevis, Mount Fuji or Everest virtually this March and support the next generation of Newcastle graduates via the Newcastle Student Fund ๐
Find out more and join Team Newcastle ๐ https://bit.ly/4b7PAqG
Merry Christmas!
From all of us at Newcastle University, we'd like to wish all our alumni and friends around the world a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2024! ๐
Christmas in Newcastle 2023
The festive season is in full swing here in Newcastle: Greggs have plenty of festive bakes in stock, the ice-rink is open outside Life Science Centre for those brave enough, and of course, Fenwick's Christmas window display has been revealed! ๐
Read our latest blog to discover what's happening across the city this year to celebrate the holidays. What remains and what has changed since your own student days? ๐ค
๐ https://bit.ly/3T0nmaU
Christmas in Newcastle
Is it too early to mention the C word? ๐
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For our upcoming Arches newsletter, we'd love to showcase how our alumni community are celebrating the holiday season around the world. What traditions, food and events do you look forward to every year? โ๏ธ
Let us know by commenting below or emailing us [email protected] for your chance to be featured! ๐
Matt Rugg: Connecting Form Exhibition
This #InternationalArtistDay we took a tour of the Connecting Form exhibition at the Hatton Gallery.
The exhibition curated by Harriet Sutcliffe celebrates the lifeโs work of Fine Art alumnus, Matt Rugg and runs until 13 January 2024 โ have you visited yet?
More than 80 sculptures, paintings and drawings are on display including pieces from Mattโs early days as a student and lecturer at Newcastle University, work bought by public collections, together with works made up until the year Matt passed away in 2020.
Autumn on campus
The dark nights are drawing in and the leaves are on the turn.... ๐
There's something magical about campus in Autumn โจ What was your favourite season to spend in Newcastle? #ThrowbackThursday
Golden hour over campus
Golden hour over campus ๐ฅ
How many buildings and landmarks do you recognise from your time at Newcastle? ๐ค #ThrowbackThursday
Freshers Week 2023
Our new cohort of students have completed Freshers Week and are now embarking on their first week of studies.
What piece of advice would you give to our Freshers to help them settle into university life?
Can you guess which building this is?
Can you guess which building this is on the Newcastle University campus?
Share your guess in the comments along with any memories you have of being taught in the building.
Your Newcastle University alumni community
You belong to an inspiring global network of more than 270,000 Newcastle University alumni. Meet just some of our amazing graduates in our new video, including:
๐ค Monju, who started volunteering for the West End Foodbank as a student
โค๏ธ Christine and Mike, who met on campus in the 1960s and are celebrating over 50 years of marriage
๐ผ Rojin, who founded her business PolyBox Solutions while at university
Have you visited the Farrell Centre yet?
Have you visited the Farrell Centre yet?
The centre is the vision of alumnus Sir Terry Farrell and aims to increase public engagement in the future of architecture and planning. It is admission free and combines a public gallery, research hub, and community space, offering a variety of experiences for visitors of all ages.
The inaugural exhibition, More with Less, came to a close at the weekend but there are plenty of other events to get involved with - keep your eyes peeled for the launch of the next exhibition!
Find out more: https://bit.ly/3P2ch5q
Newcastle University lecture theatres
We're making the most of campus being quiet over the summer to give you a tour of our lecture theatres, many of which are named after people who have played an important part in the university's history.
How many names and theatres do you recognise from your student days? #ThrowbackThursday
Nourish the great minds of tomorrow
There are just a few weeks left to show your support for our students returning to campus next month.
Nourish the great minds of tomorrow by donating to the Newcastle Student Fund today and help struggling students through the cost-of-living crisis.
Thank you.
supportus.ncl.ac.uk/nourish
