Your University Events
Find out about our extensive alumni and supporter events programme that takes place throughout the year – online, on campus, across the UK, and internationally.
Upcoming Events
Online talk: In Conversation with Jon Sopel | Inside Politics: From Washington to Westminster
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Renowned British journalist, Southampton Pro-Chancellor, alumnus, bestselling author, political insider, and presenter of the chart-topping podcast The News Agents, we are thrilled to welcome Jon Sopel back for another In Conversation event. In 2022, after eight years reporting from the heart of American politics, Jon returned to the UK to find British politics drastically transformed. During this live In Conversation event, Jon and Russell will dissect the political upheavals, societal shifts, and cultural nuances that have reshaped the political landscape on both sides of the Atlantic. With his characteristic wit and clarity, Jon will offer a personal exploration of the changes that have redefined his homeland, alongside his thoughts on 'life across the pond', including the return of President Trump to the White House. There is sure to be plenty to discuss!
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Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival | The Many Ways to Be A Mother – Workshop
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A workshop exploring the philosophical questions of motherhood, bodies, and inclusivity.
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Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival | UK Disability Month 2024 – Launch
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Join us to celebrate the first day of UK Disability History Month and the Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival.
View details Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival | Community Hubs Get Board in the City!
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Join local board game café Board in the City for activities and board games, and learn about local events, activities and organisations!
View details Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival | Future Cities | Film Screening and Discussion
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Join the Public & Community Engagement (PCE) Future Cities Hub, our partners We Make Southampton Community Media and Southampton National Park City, and fellow Hubs members Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, for a triple screening of three short films looking at life in the city.
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The Parkes Institute presents The Wandering Jew Exhibition Launch
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For Inter Faith Week, a literary, artistic and historical showcase of the legend of the Wandering Jew. Come to the launch of the Wandering Jew exhibition, curated by English PGR Anoushka Alexander-Rose and hosted by the Parkes Institute with the support of the German History Society and Jewish Historical Society of England. Reframing the Wandering Jew from its origins in medieval Christian myth, this exhibition presents how the legend evolves across time and cultures. It draws on an expansive set of sources including Romantic and Gothic literature, Yiddish drama, Jewish visual art, Rabbinic sermons, Nazi and anti-Nazi film, and 21st century regenderings of the myth. A particular highlight is a specially commissioned print, ‘Flight’, by artist and sculptor David Hochhauser. These diverse forms and genres reflect the relevance of the Wandering Jew, both representing Jewish exilic experience but more widely universal themes of myth, migration and memory. Anoushka will introduce the project, framing it around her own research, and give a reading of the first translation of ‘Agasfer’ by Vladimir Nabokov, after which attendees are invited to explore the exhibition along with refreshments.
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Future Worlds presents “What do Boeing want researchers to research?” | Researcher Lunch
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Join us for an insightful lunch event on November 21, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at Future Worlds Accelerator Space, Highfield Campus, Southampton. Hosted by Future Worlds, this session will delve into the latest industry trends and explore what research problems Boeing are interested in resolving.
View details Future Worlds presents “How I went from research to founding my own startup” | Researcher Lunch
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Join us for an inspiring lunchtime talk on October 16, 2024, from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM at Future Worlds, University Rd, Southampton. Hosted by Future Worlds, this event will feature a University of Southampton researcher who transitioned from a research background to founding their own successful startup. Gain valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of turning academic research into a thriving business venture.
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UoS Diversity Team and the Faculty of Social Sciences presents Dr Juanita Cox and Dr Chibuzor Christopher NNanatu | Reclaiming Narratives | Black History Month
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Join the Faculty of Social Sciences for a series of presentations from the UK's leading researchers. In this event, hear from a panel of the UK's leading researchers presenting on the work that impacts Black people in the UK and beyond.
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Hartley Library Special Collections presents “My day was not an idle one” – Lord Palmerston and the Broadlands Estate exhibition
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To mark the 240th anniversary of the birth of Henry John Temple, third Viscount Palmerston (1784–1865), Special Collections will be launching the “My day was not an idle one”: Lord Palmerston and the Broadlands Estate exhibition.
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WATCH NOW | F.T. Prince Memorial Lecture 2024 presents Anthony Joseph: “Frequencies of Magic”
The School of Humanities was delighted to present the 12th annual F. T. Prince Memorial Lecture, which took place on Tuesday 22 October 2024 at University of Southampton’s Avenue Campus. We were delighted to welcome Anthony Joseph to speak at this event, presenting his lecture: "Frequencies of Magic".
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STAG Public Lecture 2024 presents Professor Sera Markoff: “Observing the unobservable: a multi-messenger view of black holes in the Event Horizon Telescope era”
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This year's STAG Public Lecture is proud to present Professor Sera Markoff from the University of Amsterdam. Professor Markoff is an internationally recognised expert in compact object/black hole studies. She is a founding member of the EHTC, where she also served as Vice-Chair and as a member of the Science Board. Her research, as well as her public outreach efforts, have been recognised by several prestigious prizes, including being named Fellow of the American Physical Society and the Willem de Graaff Prize for Public Outreach of the Royal Dutch Astronomical Society.
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In person lecture: Dr. Brian Pickering | “The Cost of Exclusion: From Fiction to Fact in the LGBTQ+ Community”
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Join Dr Brian Pickering in unpacking the impact of the 1957 Wolfenden Report advocating for the decriminalization of male homosexuality. It highlights the struggle for recognition and the effects of legislation like Section 28. The study explores transgender identity formation online and the depiction of LGBTQ+ lifestyles, advocating for inclusivity and self-determination.
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In person guest lecture: Professor Phillip M. Ayoub (UCL) | “The Global Fight Against LGBTQ+ Rights”
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Join Professor Phillip M. Ayoub's lecture to discuss global LGBTI rights progress and challenges. He credits advancements to transnational activism, supportive governments, and evolving human rights frameworks. However, opposition from conservative forces complicates the landscape. Professor Ayoub's research explores the interactive space where rival Transnational Advocacy Networks compete for influence.
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In support of Gift of Sight: A gin-tasting evening at 820 Spirit Distillery, Lymington
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Sample gins and find out more from the distillery’s charismatic owner, Tom Simpson, who won the University of Southampton Award for Young Person in Business 2023. Professor Lotery will also give a talk about the latest updates from eye research. The evening will include gin tasting, canapes with the opportunity to purchase additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the bar. There will also be a raffle and a chance to mingle with members of the vision research team. £25 per person.
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In person – Human Rights Lecture 2024 – Kate Adie: “A Human Right – To Protest”
The Faculty of Arts & Humanities and Amnesty International are delighted and privileged to welcome Kate Adie, BBC’s former Chief News Correspondent, to speak at the 10th lecture in the School of Humanities’ prestigious Human Rights Lecture series. The lecture will take place on Tuesday 14 May at 18:00, on Avenue Campus.
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An Evening of Storytelling | Presented by University of Southampton Alumni
You're invited to an engaging evening of storytelling on Tuesday 7th May at the cosy Artisan Café in Southampton city centre. The event has been organised by members of our local alumni community and Southampton based social enterprise, the Touch Network. During this special event, you'll hear from four Southampton alumni, who are making a positive impact on our community and the city of Southampton. Their stories are real, heartfelt, and sure to leave you feeling inspired. In addition to hearing these stories, you will have the chance to learn about the University’s new local alumni network.
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