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INSIGHTS Public Lectures

Newcastle alumni are invited to these free lectures on campus, showcasing the best thinkers of today.

Date Time Location
Lectures will take place on campus every week during term-time (24 January - 16 May 2024) 17:30 Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building, Newcastle University NE1 7RY
  • Guest Speakers

Live Music in the King's Hall

Organised by the International Centre for Music Studies, events in the Live Music programme take place every Thursday. Lunchtime concerts are free and open to all.

Date Time Location
Live performances typically take place on Thursdays in term-time (February - May 2024) Lunchtime concerts begin at 13:15, student performances at 16:00 King's Hall, Armstrong Building, Newcastle University NE1 7RU
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NCL Discover webinar: Through Space and Time - Astronomy and Telescopes in North East England

Explore a project, led by a team at Newcastle University, on how the North East of England has played a major role in the historical development of astronomy research, telescope design and telescope manufacture.

Date Time Location
Thursday 18 April 2024 12:30 - 13:30 (BST) Online via Zoom
  • Guest Speakers
  • Online Viewing Available
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Parents and Supporters Guide to University

Parents and Supporters Guide to University is a dedicated event aimed towards parents, carers and supporters of pupils who are currently studying in Year 10 to Year 13/second year college.

Date Time Location
Saturday 20 April 2024 10:00 - 14:00 (BST) King's Hall, Armstrong Building, Newcastle University

Navigating Career Transitions: from the lab bench to life sciences commercialisation

Join us for an Enterprise Academy discussion, where we will explore career transition with Amy Lam, Associate Director at Symbiosis IP, followed by a networking lunch.

Date Time Location
Tuesday 23 April 2024 12:00 - 13:30 (BST) Devonshire Building, Newcastle University

Connect: Paris alumni social event

Date Time Location
Thursday 25 April 2024 18:30 onwards The Galway, top floor (13 Quai des Grands Augustins, 75006 Paris)

START UP Networking Social: Funding and Finance

Join us to discover the funding options available to you as an entrepreneur in the North East.

Date Time Location
Wednesday 1 May 2024 17:00-19:00 (BST) Stephenson Building, Newcastle University
  • Guest Speakers
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NCL Discover webinar: Can we deliver a resilient Net Zero?

In this Newcastle Discover webinar, Professor Richard Dawson will explore the adaptation actions that are needed to the electricity system to ensure that it is resilient to weather-related risks and supports Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions.

Date Time Location
Thursday 16 May 2024 12:30 - 13:30 (BST) Online via Zoom
  • Guest Speakers
  • Online Viewing Available

Discover Fest

Newcastle University welcomes you to our festival of interactive family-fun in the heart of the North East. Immerse yourself into a world of wonder and exploration.

Date Time Location
Saturday 8 June 2024 10:00 - 16:00 (BST) Newcastle University campus
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Connect: Convocation 2024

Convocation 2024 will take place on 12-14 July 2024, with an exciting weekend of special events. More information will be shared nearer the time, but for now please save the date!

Date Time Location
Friday 12 - Sunday 14 July 2024 TBC TBC
  • Guest Speakers
  • Online Viewing Available