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Univ is the oldest college in Oxford and has a vibrant community of around 400 undergraduates. The College is well known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere and its high academic standards.

Following our announcement in January 2026 that Baroness Amos LG CH PC would be stepping down as Master of University Co...
23/06/2026

Following our announcement in January 2026 that Baroness Amos LG CH PC would be stepping down as Master of University College, we are delighted to announce that Univ’s Governing Body has elected Dr Maria Balshaw CBE (Maria Balshaw), former Director of Tate galleries, as her successor.

Dr Balshaw will take up the post on 1 September 2027, following Baroness Amos’ successful seven-year Mastership, and become the College’s second female head of house. Her long and varied career spans both academia and the cultural sector, and she brings with her a wealth of leadership experience.

Read the full piece on our website: https://www.univ.ox.ac.uk/news/maria-balshaw-appointed-new-master/

Photo © Tate, Jai Monaghan.

“It’s one thing to set a goal way back in September, but completely another to realise it’s actually happened.” - Amber ...
19/06/2026

“It’s one thing to set a goal way back in September, but completely another to realise it’s actually happened.” - Amber Ford.

Amber Ford (2023, Medicine) was Women’s Captain (2025-26) and Captain of the Women’s First Eight when they were crowned “Head of the River” in this year’s Summer Eights.

Read about her Oxford experience, rowing journey, and reflections on leading the crew to Headship.

The full piece is on our website: https://www.univ.ox.ac.uk/news/profile-amber-ford/

The quickest way to 🐈 Lyra’s heart? 🐾
16/06/2026

The quickest way to 🐈 Lyra’s heart? 🐾

On Saturday 23 May, Old Members and friends as well as their guests gathered for William of Durham Day 2026. The annual ...
12/06/2026

On Saturday 23 May, Old Members and friends as well as their guests gathered for William of Durham Day 2026.

The annual event recognises current members of Univ’s William of Durham Club, who have pledged a legacy to the College, and also welcomes those considering this special form of giving.

Read the full report on our website: https://www.univ.ox.ac.uk/news/william-of-durham-day-2026/

Professor Tamsin Mather, Supernumerary Fellow in Earth Sciences and Professor of Earth Sciences at Univ, has teamed up w...
08/06/2026

Professor Tamsin Mather, Supernumerary Fellow in Earth Sciences and Professor of Earth Sciences at Univ, has teamed up with fellow Oxford volcanologist David Pyle, illustrator Daniel Long and publishers Nosy Crow to produce the book Think Big: The Power of Volcanoes, aimed at 7- to 11-year-olds.

The full piece is available to read on our website 🔗

Meet our 2026 Telethon team! This June, eleven Univ students from a range of disciplines will be connecting with Old Mem...
03/06/2026

Meet our 2026 Telethon team!

This June, eleven Univ students from a range of disciplines will be connecting with Old Members and friends of the College to share updates on life at Univ and hear your stories and experiences.

Read the full profiles here: https://www.univ.ox.ac.uk/news/meet-our-june-2026-telethon-callers/

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…and after an outstanding performance came the celebration.Photo credit
01/06/2026

…and after an outstanding performance came the celebration.

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Congratulations to all Univ crews on a fantastic Summer Eights 2026.W1 secured Headship of the River, while M3 and W3 bo...
01/06/2026

Congratulations to all Univ crews on a fantastic Summer Eights 2026.

W1 secured Headship of the River, while M3 and W3 both won Blades. W3 also achieved the largest rise of any crew on the river, climbing an incredible 8 places across the week, while M3 rose 6 places, the biggest gain of any men’s crew.

There were strong performances throughout the boat club, with W2 gaining 3 places, W4 gaining 4 places, and the Beer Boat gaining 3 places. M1 finished 5th on the river after an exciting campaign.

Thank you to all rowers, coxes, coaches, and supporters for their commitment, determination, and enthusiasm throughout the week. What a result for Univ rowing!

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On Thursday 21 May, we were delighted to welcome Univ alumnus Nick Robinson (1983, PPE), journalist and presenter on BBC...
01/06/2026

On Thursday 21 May, we were delighted to welcome Univ alumnus Nick Robinson (1983, PPE), journalist and presenter on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme back to College for a fascinating discussion on the impartiality of broadcast news.

Thank you to Nick for sharing his insights and experiences, and to everyone who joined us and contributed to a lively and engaging conversation. It was wonderful to see so many members of the Univ community together for the event.

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