Day: November 10, 2025
The Rise of Appetite Suppressants In the past decade the medical community has witnessed a surge in medications originally designed for type 2 diabetes that are now being promoted for weight loss. Semaglutide (brand names Ozempic and Wegovy) and terpenatide (Mounjaro) have each demonstrated rapid weight loss in clinical trials, attracting attention from celebrities, influencers and […]
Team Newcastle: A Unified Commitment to Student Success On 7 September, a diverse group of alumni, friends and university staff converged at the Great North Run start line. Their shared objective was clear: support the Newcastle University Student Fund by tackling the 13.1‑mile course from the city to South Shields. Every kilometre covered contributed to scholarships, […]
Summer‑Season Records and Milestones The New Castle University community delivered a record‑setting summer of sporting achievement in 2025. Over 20 varsity‐level teams conquered their leagues, 2,190 student athletes participated in national and international events, and the university’s overall ranking climbed to 8th place in the BUCS league among 160 institutions. From the track and field track […]
Newcastle University has honoured a distinguished career in folk music and teaching by naming a new lecture theatre after one of its most influential academics, Sandra Kerr. The announcement was a moment that blended the university’s rich musical heritage with its forward‑looking academic vision. Recognising a Legacy of Inspiration Sandra Kerr arrived at Newcastle in […]
Summer Highlights of Alumni Reunions Summer 2025 was a vibrant period for Newcastle University’s alumni community. From the 55th‑anniversary celebration of Civil Engineering graduates to the 60th‑year reunion of the Dental School, alumni returned to campus for themed events that mixed historic visits, professional networking, and festive dinners. The university’s dedicated reunions team worked to […]
Stepping into the Poetry Scene: How Newcastle Nurtures Creative Talent On 2 October, National Poetry Day turned the historic campus of Newcastle University into a stage for literary celebration. While the day is nationally recognised, the real highlight in the north east was the spotlight on alumnus Daniel Hinds, whose debut collection New Famous Phrases was […]
Celebrating a Visionary on World Architecture Day On 6 October 2025, architects, students, and enthusiasts worldwide observe World Architecture Day, a global event that highlights the transformative power of design. Newcastle University takes this opportunity to honor an alumnus whose work bridged engineering, fine art, and performance: Flavio de Carvalho. By revisiting Carvalho’s legacy, we gain […]
Key Themes from Precious Ovat’s Journey Newcastle University’s Landscape Architecture master’s program has produced graduates who tackle complex environmental, social, and technological challenges. Precious Ovat’s story illustrates how hands‑on experience, field excursions, and interdisciplinary research can translate into large‑scale urban solutions. From Familial Exposure to Architectural Ambition Growing up in Nigeria, Precious first encountered the […]
Newcastle University’s recent World Mental Health Day feature spotlights alumna Lily Felton’s upcoming book, Outsmart Anxiety: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Empowering Your Mind. Her experience—graduating during the COVID‑19 lockdown and supporting friends through mental‑health challenges—provides a roadmap for young people seeking clear, evidence‑based strategies to manage anxiety. Why Mental‑Health Literacy Matters in the Modern […]
Overview of the 25/26 NCL in Action Programme The Newcastle community has received a fresh call to engagement with the launch of NCL in Action 25/26, a cross‑institutional initiative designed to address the high‑impact issues shaping our world in 2025 and beyond. Broadly focused on the themes of geopolitical change, technology disruption, climate stress and […]
