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Queen Mary confirmed as one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities
12 May 2022
Queen Mary's President and Principal Professor Colin Bailey writes to students to celebrate the University's success in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
Mental Health Awareness Week 2022
9 May 2022
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. The Advice and Counselling Service, Equality Diversity and Inclusion and Student and Academic Services have put together some advice, tips and resources on promoting good mental health as well as sharing events going on on campus this week.
Student services moving to Scape East
26 April 2022
The Student Enquiry Centre and Fees office will be moving from the Queens' Building to East Court (formerly Scape East) this weekend. There will be a limited service available from Friday 29 April until Thursday 5 May when normal services will be resumed from the new location.
Sustainability Awards 2022
12 April 2022
Students and staff have been recognised for their contributions to sustainability this year, across the recently held Societies, Volunteering and Education awards ceremonies. Find out more about the winners and why they were nominated.
Virtual Learning Environment Expo: the future of teaching and learning online
13 April 2022
On Monday 9 May, Queen Mary will host a conference showcasing the best in educational technologies, as we consider how we can deliver digital education and learning in the future.
QMSU Mental Health Training Opportunities
12 April 2022
Queen Mary Students' Union's Community Foundation is offering a number of free training opportunities related to mental health and wellbeing.
International Transgender Day of Visibility 2022
28 March 2022
International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDoV) is an event celebrated annually on 31 March, shining a spotlight on trans and gender non-conforming people around the globe.
Garrod Pantry now open on Whitechapel campus
21 March 2022
Queen Mary Food is delighted to announce the opening of the Garrod Pantry – a new food and drink space based in the Garrod Building at Whitechapel campus.
Final year undergraduates: Get a free sweet treat this Thursday at Mile End
15 March 2022
Calling all final year undergrads! Come and get a free sweet treat from Mile End this Thursday, 17 March between 11-3pm. All you need to do is present a completion receipt for the National Student Survey (NSS) and student ID and you can choose a treat as a thank you for filling in the survey.
Message from Vice-Principal (People, Culture and Inclusion): Ukraine
25 February 2022
Sheila Gupta, Queen Mary's Vice-Principal (People, Culture and Inclusion) has written to all students encouraging us to support one another during these difficult times and highlighing support available.
Do you know what your blood pressure numbers mean?
When you have your blood pressure measured, you will be given two numbers, systolic (top) and diastolic (bottom). Once you know your numbers, you can use our blood pressure chart to see what they mean and if your blood pressure is in the healthy range.
There's lots you can do to lower your blood pressure and avoid stroke
This year's campaign will take place from 7-13 September. It's all about knowing your blood pressure at home to feel in control. Home blood pressure monitoring gives you one less thing to worry about. Don't miss your chance to take part in the UK's biggest blood pressure testing and awareness event.
Blood Pressure UK membership can help to keep your blood pressure under control
Membership means you get a helping hand in looking after your blood pressure while supporting others. Over 90% of our members say that being a member of Blood Pressure UK helps them to manage and lower their blood pressure. Find out what you get as a member and how to join.
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