Our first Kent Diamonds we’re celebrating from our alumni community are also Kent’s first ever undergraduate students. The First 500 were enrolled at Kent in October … Read more
Author: Hannah Collins
Ellie Goulding amongst alumni recognised in King’s New Years Honours
Members of the University of Kent community have been recognised in the 2026 New Year’s Honours list. Those honoured include: Ellie Goulding (Drama and Theatre … Read more
Remembering Professor Frank Burnet MBE
Frank Burnet (2 May 1948 – 21 Jan 2026) was a pioneering science communicator—part academic, part showman—he helped build a field, founded institutions, and inspired … Read more
Remembering Juliet Miller (1946-2025)
Juliet Miller was born on 5th December 1946 and died at Meadow House Hospice in Ealing on 24th September 2025, aged 78. A Londoner by … Read more
Remembering Dr John Whyman, 1939-2025
His name and reputation will live on for many years in the minds of those who knew him in several of his many diverse roles … Read more
Professor Philip Robinson legacy appoints first scholars
A generous bequest to the University of Kent from the late Professor Philip Robinson has established several fully funded scholarships for PhD students in French … Read more
A Lasting Legacy: Opening Doors for Future Scholars
For many students, financial hurdles can block the path to pursuing their passion. This is where the impact of legacy gifts is clear to see, … Read more
Biosciences reunion showcases passion for close-knit department
We were delighted to welcome over one hundred members of the Kent community to our Biosciences reunion in July. The varied group included members of … Read more
Class of 1975: Golden Graduates celebrate fifty years as Kent alumni
We were delighted to welcome a group of 1975 alumni back to Canterbury on Friday 25 July 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their … Read more
Kent’s Chancellor – and alumna – YolanDa Brown closes Business Summit with fireside chat
On Tuesday 13 May the University hosted its ninth Kent and Medway Business Summit, welcoming businesses and policymakers to our Canterbury campus for a day … Read more








