A world-renowned violinist and a former head of the UK Supreme Court will receive honorary degrees from the University of Exeter on Saturday (16 December).
Grammy winner Augustin Hadelich will be honoured for his outstanding achievements in music, while Lord Neuberger, who was Britain’s most senior judge until he stood down earlier this year, will receive the honour for his contribution to law.
Professor Ian Boyd, Chief Scientific Adviser at the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, will be honoured for outstanding achievements in the field of environment and...
A world-leading diabetes expert at the University of Exeter Medical School has won a top international Diabetes prize, for understanding and improving care in genetic diabetes worldwide.
Andrew Hattersley, who works as a a Professor of Molecular Medicine at the University and a diabetes consultant at the Royal Devon & Exeter NHS Foundation Trust, is only the second person to be awarded the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD)–Novo Nordisk Foundation Diabetes Prize for Excellence. The prize recognises Professor Hattersley’s outstanding research into genetic...
Whether it’s making lifelong friends, meeting your future spouse or taking part in an event that will go down in history, university life is renowned for making memories. The University of Surrey is searching for stories and photos that show the most inspirational moments of university life, be it a proud shot of your award-winning project or the moment a guest speaker helped you to realise your dream career path. If you’re a university graduate or current student in Exeter with a wonderful photo and inspirational tale to tell, get involved and show the real experience for a chance to win...
Researchers at the University of Exeter are seeking to recruit people who consume more than the recommended UK guidelines for safe drinking to take part in a psychology experiment targeted at understanding alcohol consumption. The experiment: · Has been approved by the University of Exeter ethics committee. · Will involve a one off session that will take roughly one hour to complete. · Will be undertaken at the University of Exeter. · Is a computer based task.
In thanks for undertaking the experiment we can offer participants £8 for their time, in addition to the chance of earning...
The sculptor Peter Randall-Page is noted for his stone carving and fascination with the complex relationship between geometry and biology.
As a prelude to his major exhibitions at Peninsula Arts and Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery in January, and Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Honiton in May, we are showing a selection of his botanical drawings and prints made 1994 - 2000. ll work is for sale, and there is a 20% discount offered to Friends of CCANW.
All purchasers will be given a tour of the studio by Peter.
Peter was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University in...
Works Performed: Schubert: Rosamunde Overture Beethoven: Symphony No.8 Brahms: Piano Concerto No.1
The overture used to accompany Chézy’s unsuccessful play Rosamunde was actually composed for an earlier play. It remains one of Schubert’s finest orchestral pieces, filled with ingratiating tunes and demonstrating his characteristic warmheartedness and good humour. Its main theme appears at once, defining a kind of restless energy, which gradually builds in momentum to its bright and triumphal conclusion.
Beethoven created the sparkling Eighth Symphony at a time when his life...
Enjoy an evening of outstanding classical music with the renowned Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and soloist Alexandra Soumm.
In a year that sees the Orchestra celebrate its 120th birthday, the BSO will collaborate with an array of the most exciting performers and exuberant conductors with its 2012/13 season as it continues to give world-class performances throughout the South and South West, including some iconic concerts in Exeter's wonderful Great Hall.
Following the success of Patience in March 2012, Exeter University Gilbert and Sullivan Society return to celebrate their 45th year with one of the most famous comic operas of all time, The Pirates of Penzance.
Follow the thrilling story of young Frederic, who has to remain faithful to the pirate trade until his 21st birthday.
However, he longs to pursue his dreams elsewhere and find true love.The pirates find a flaw in his contract and all becomes more complicated than Frederic could have ever imagined...
With fantastically famous music, delicious humour and the...
Following the success of Patience in March 2012, Exeter University Gilbert and Sullivan Society return to celebrate their 45th year with one of the most famous comic operas of all time, The Pirates of Penzance.
Follow the thrilling story of young Frederic, who has to remain faithful to the pirate trade until his 21st birthday.
However, he longs to pursue his dreams elsewhere and find true love.The pirates find a flaw in his contract and all becomes more complicated than Frederic could have ever imagined...
With fantastically famous music, delicious humour and the...
As a student, money is tight. Bargains are treated like gold. Your pocket money or loan is spent on Tesco value toilet paper or recycled lined paper from Wilkinsons. But what happens when you have the urge to buy something new and out of the price range? Miscellaneous items such as clothes and pencil cases that students want will be heartbreaking for them if they are fully priced.
This is why the online website www.myunidays.com is available to students thanks to major brands providing student discounts. Students live in tough times since money matters nowadays, and they need their...
