A reading revolution: S.R. Ranganathan, the Father of Library Science. The 9 months he spent at UCL changed his life, instilling in him the belief that libraries should be for everyone. Find out more about his life in his Faces of UCL profile: buff.ly/ZC7pXU6

Today is #InternationalWomensDay. This year’s theme is Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL women and girls, highlights that women hold only 64% of the legal rights men do. At UCL, women change the world. Find out how we’re marking IWD: www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

We were honoured to have HRH The Princess Royal admire our Community Cloth 👑 A proud moment for our faculty! Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma... #UCL200 @uclhjs.bsky.social @uclselcs.bsky.social @uclssees.bsky.social @sladeschoolucl.bsky.social

Happy World Book Day! 📚 From literature and languages to art, philosophy and culture, UCL Arts & Humanities is built on the power of books and storytelling. Books shape our teaching, our research and the way we understand the world. Discover more about the faculty: buff.ly/UuoDWNv #WorldBookDay

On 25 March, join us for Professor Jane Gilbert’s (UCL SELCS‑CMII) inaugural lecture. Exploring how recent creative encounters between visually impaired people and various art-forms show us new ways to read blindness in medieval manuscripts. Book now: buff.ly/ZYjhKB3 @uclselcs.bsky.social

🎬 SSEES Film Festival Vol 1: "Resistance" The festival forms part of our UCL200 programme of events to celebrate UCL’s bicentenary. The film screenings are free but ticketed. Book here: www.ucl.ac.uk/arts-humanit... @artshumsucl.bsky.social

Chag Purim Sameach to everyone celebrating from UCL Arts & Humanities! May your day be filled with happiness and celebration ✨ #Purim @uclhjs.bsky.social

We are loving seeing the busy Quad in the sunshine, bustling with students 🌞 The new look Quad is excellent and open for everyone to enjoy - spring is finally here 💜 #ucl #ucl200 #ArtsandHumanities

‘Bright young thing’: Stephen Tennant, a life lived on his own terms, part of Faces of UCL. His story is one that has influence and relevance today. buff.ly/KURnyzq Photo credit: © National Portrait Gallery, London @ucl.ac.uk @sladeschoolucl.bsky.social

Richard Oswald’s Library: Slavery, Collecting & the Invention of Rare Books 25 Feb 6-8pm @artshumsucl.bsky.social Prof Emma Smith will examine the library of Glasgow merchant Richard Oswald (c.1705–84), in light of his vast profits from the transatlantic slave trade. www.ucl.ac.uk/arts-humanit...

We are pleased to invite you to an evening talk with bestselling author and EU Prize for Literature winner Tatiana Țîbuleac, who will discuss how #Moldovan, #Romanian and diasporic history and identities reflect throughout her writing. 🗓️ 13 March at 5pm ➡️ www.ucl.ac.uk/arts-humanit...

Such a privilege to be in Brussels last week with the bright young minds studying European Social & Political Studies at UCL. They loved the interactive talks with leading think-tankers @heathergrabbe.bsky.social, senior fellow @bruegel.org & @sophia-russack.bsky.social, researcher @ceps.eu.

Thinking of a career in publishing? Our Publishing MA Graduate Open Event on 19 March is your chance to learn more about the programme, industry links, and career pathways. 📅 19 March 2026 📍 Online 🔗 Register: buff.ly/GbMnXj9

By 1878, UCL became the first university in England to welcome women to higher education alongside men – and English Literature was one of the first subjects they could study thanks to Henry Morley, one of our Faces of UCL. buff.ly/hfZGWPx Photo credit: UCL Art Museum

Make your Master's Matter at UCL Arts & Humanities💜 Our UCL Arts & Humanities Graduate Open Events coming up in March will give you the chance to explore postgraduate programmes, meet academics, and discover how your Master's degree can shape your future. Register now:

How do gender and society shape the world around us? Find out about our Gender, Society and Representation MA Graduate at upcoming Open Events. 📅 11 March & 13 May 2026 📍 Online 🔗 Register: buff.ly/fYhxMOb @uclselcs.bsky.social

My transition to living in London from Karachi 🌍 First-year @uclssees.bsky.social student Muhammad Ali Ozain shares their experience of adjusting to life in London after moving from Karachi, Pakistan. Read the full blog: buff.ly/dPaFFaM #studentblog #internationalstudent #ucl

Thinking about studying Classics? Join UCL Greek & Latin for a taster day packed with insights into the ancient world. These Taster Days are for students from Year 11 to Year 13 & anyone who is thinking about applying for one of our UG degrees. Join the next taster day on 11 March: buff.ly/TC5Bt0Z

Meet one of our Faces of UCL: Dame Rachel Whiteread, the first woman to win the Turner Prize. We’re proud to celebrate our Slade School of Fine Art alumna, recognised in the Faces of UCL campaign for UCL200. buff.ly/II9KAda @sladeschoolucl.bsky.social @ucl.ac.uk Photo credit: © Jørn Tomter

Explore language through the lens of culture, history, and identity. Our Language, Culture and History MA Graduate Open Event takes place on 5 March. Hear from programme experts and discover the pathways and specialisms available. 📅 5 March 📍 Online 🔗Register: buff.ly/NIGmEJM @uclselcs.bsky.social

Celebrating #UCL200 in Arts & Humanities! From the UCL Illuminated launch to our first Faces of UCL honourees and the opening of Two Centuries Here, we're marking 200 years of creativity, community and history. Explore events & get involved: buff.ly/fE9diMq

Wishing everyone who is celebrating a Happy Year of the Horse from UCL Arts & Humanities 🏮 Watch messages for the New Year from our Dean, Heads of Departments and students from across our faculty. 新年快乐! buff.ly/bMKyx4b

Join our Graduate Open Events for anyone who is interested in applying for the Race, Ethnicity and Postcolonial Studies MA at UCL. These events will include a taster lecture and discussion, plus an opportunity to speak with staff from the course. Upcoming events in Feb and March: buff.ly/c0h0diu

Interested in Jewish history, culture, and thought? Join us for the Jewish Studies MA Graduate Open Event. Meet our academics, explore the programme, and learn how this Master's can support your academic journey. 📅 4 March 2026 📍 Online 🔗 Register: buff.ly/Q52l8DM @uclhjs.bsky.social

Celebrating LGBT+ History Month 2026 at UCL! February is LGBT+ History Month, at UCL Arts & Humanities we are celebrating the rich and varied history of the LGBTQ+ community with events from qUCL and SCCI at UCL East. Discover the full list of events and get involved: buff.ly/c90usio

Join us at the UCL East Open Afternoon to find out more about the Creative Health MASc. 🎨 This Open Afternoon will give you the opportunity to explore our range of postgraduate programmes, discover our campus and speak to academics and students. Book your place for 25 Feb: buff.ly/KRcaGh4

Happy 200th birthday UCL! Today, we begin a year of celebration to mark UCL’s Bicentenary. Since UCL’s establishment in the arts and humanities have been foundational to the university’s ethos. Find out more about UCL Arts & Humanities: buff.ly/4UiCmC7 #UCL200

Celebrate Hebrew International Language Day with us on 21 February! Experience Bialik, King of the Jews - a powerful film by Yair Qedar - followed by a Q&A and poetry readings in Hebrew and Yiddish. Secure your spot: buff.ly/leE7wk6 @uclhjs.bsky.social

🌍 Today is World Greek Language Day - the first of its kind established by UNESCO to celebrate a language that has shaped so much of global culture, thought, and history Meet the Degrees that Bring Greek to Life at UCL: buff.ly/oclDIPQ #WorldGreekLanguageDay

💡 New report led by UCL’s Helen Chatterjee reveals the scale of Blackpool’s ketamine crisis Co-produced with 50+ professionals & people with lived experience, highlighting the need for a creative approach buff.ly/xEQlgx3 @mobcommassets.bsky.social @uclnews.bsky.social @uclartssciences.bsky.social

As a postgraduate in UCL’s English Department, you’ll join a welcoming, research‑active community with expert staff, a full programme of seminars and workshops, and unrivalled access to world‑class libraries and archives. Join our upcoming open events: buff.ly/qoLhUil #UCLEnglish #UCLPostgraduate

Introducing the UCL200 Public Art Programme ✨ With new commissions celebrating UCL’s past, present + future, including Prof. Kristen Kreider + Dr James O’Leary creating a permanent artwork tracing UCL’s history. buff.ly/HoKcd86 @sladeschoolucl.bsky.social @thebartlettucl.bsky.social

Our MA in Digital Humanities is an interdisciplinary course designed for students who want to study how digital innovation is reshaping culture, research, and society. Curious to learn more? Join us for the Digital Humanities MA / MSc Virtual Open Event: buff.ly/8WjMIfB

Interested in postgraduate study in Classics? Join our virtual open events taking place in February and March for the Classics MA and Reception of the Classical World MA at UCL. Discover what these programmes offer and meet the academic team. buff.ly/Chp7yel

🔊"I think it is really exciting to see young people interested in analogue. And I've even heard of teenagers who have asked their parents to install a landline again!" Dr Kaitlyn Regehr, UCL Information Studies, speaks to The One Show about the growing trend of people choosing analogue hobbies.

Today is Holocaust Memorial Day, which is an annual, global day of observance. UCL is marking this day with events and sharing key resources around Holocaust education. buff.ly/D6XfAIN

John Arthur Platt (1860–1925): UCL Professor of Greek and Poet In late 2025, just ahead of #UCL200, a copy of the booklet containing his poetry surfaced in an unexpected fashion. Explore the story and delve into Platt’s poetic tribute to UCL. buff.ly/ll45qHQ

Are you based in or around Paris and interested in finding out about studying at UCL, living in London, and more? Come along to our information session, where you will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from UCL's Student Recruitment team. buff.ly/UMibmKK #UCL #StudyAtUCL

Thinking about joining one of our Master's programmes? We have a whole programme of events showcasing our vast range of programmes. Don’t miss your chance to find out what studying at UCL is really like - discover upcoming events: buff.ly/5CSuqHg

Are you interested in studying a Philosophy Masters at UCL? We offer three taught master's degrees: Philosophy MA, Philosophy, Public Policy and Social Change MA, and Philosophy, Logic, and Artificial Intelligence MASc. Join us at our upcoming online open events: buff.ly/rN3rfPg

Join us on 25 February 2026 for the UCL East Postgraduate Open Afternoon, where you can explore our innovative programmes. The Creative Health MASc will be spotlighted with an opportunity to hear directly from the programme’s academics. buff.ly/B11IsCH @uclartssciences.bsky.social

Join UCL Greek and Latin's upcoming taster day to learn more about studying the ancient world at university. ✅ A welcome and introduction from the department ✅ Taster sessions on classics and the ancient world Last chance to book for 28 January: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ucl-greek-...

Great to see Professor Sam Rayner (UCL Information Studies) have a headline article featured in Book Brunch this week. Independent bookshops and interest rates: why we need to shout more loudly than ever in support of our indies Read more:https://buff.ly/Jxd4ZoI @uclnews.bsky.social

Join our online information sessions to discover more about the Gender, Society and Representation MA. Hear directly from the programme team and gain insights into what it’s like to study at UCL. Book onto events in Feb and March: buff.ly/NH8htxT @uclselcs.bsky.social

Join us on 27 January 2026 at UCL SSEES for T.S. Eliot’s Anti‑Polishness, a SSEES Study of Central Europe seminar with researcher Juliette Bretan. Explore British literary responses to Central European geopolitics in the interwar era. Book your free place: buff.ly/WIFpcuR @uclssees.bsky.social

Digital Humanities MA / MSc: Virtual Open Event 3 Feb 2026, 13:00 – 14:00 Join @artshumsucl.bsky.social Graduate Open Event for anyone who is interested in applying for the Digital Humanities MA / MSc at UCL. Programme Director @oliverdw.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/arts-humanit...

Come learn Edwardian ballroom dances from a 1909 Jewish dance card in the Gaster Papers! With dance instructor Susan de Guardiola (USA), Subject Librarian @vrfreedman.bsky.social and myself (talking about Jewish balls). @uclhjs.bsky.social @artshumsucl.bsky.social @biajs.bsky.social

Join our online info session to learn more about the Knowledge, Information and Data Science MSc. ✅ Hear from the programme team about the course ✅ Get insights into studying at UCL ✅ Ask your questions in a live Q&A Book onto online sessions on 27 January and 24 March: buff.ly/SjJrmpa

Discover the stories of Italian Holocaust Survivors returning home after liberation, & the challenges they faced in rebuilding their lives Join UCL’s Lunch Hour Lecture on 27 January to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day with Dr Anna Koch (UCL SSEES) Book now: buff.ly/RrGBlpY @uclssees.bsky.social

Each year our Greek and Latin department puts on a classical play and this year is extra special as we mark 200 years of UCL! Join us for Iphigenia in Aulis by Euripides, translated and adapted by Simon Dormandy. buff.ly/2GsLls8 #UCLArts #Theatre #Classics #Iphigenia