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Image of a red jacket with photos of Sherpas from the 1936 Everest Expedition

Image of a red jacket with photos of Sherpas from the 1936 Everest Expedition

Image of a red jacket with photos of Sherpas from the 1936 Everest Expedition

Academic Dr Jonathan Westaway has collaborated with textile colleagues on a striking photo-textile installation.

The exhibition shines a light on Sherpas from the 1936 #Everest Expedition, linking their stories with those of #Lancashire mill workers in the 1970s–80s.

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The University of Lancashire Alumni Network As a member of our Alumni Network, you'll always be part of the University of Central Lancashire. We’re here to help & support you throughout your graduate life

Hi there, it's lovely to hear from one of our alumni! Have you joined the Alumni Network? Although you may not find your peer directly through the network, it might be worth getting in touch to ask about events/if there's any way to get in touch via this route - www.lancashire.ac.uk/alumni

UK technology launches into space aboard NASA’s IMAP mission University of Lancashire astrophysicist Prof Silvia Dalla is part of global team involved in NASA’s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission

It is one of 10 instruments on board NASA IMAP, which will help scientists better understand the protective magnetic bubble surrounding our solar system 🚀

➡️ lancashire.ac.uk/news/imap-launch

UK technology launches into space aboard NASA’s IMAP mission University of Lancashire astrophysicist Prof Silvia Dalla is part of global team involved in NASA’s Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) mission

We're proud to play our part in IMAP Space Mission working with @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social on the #MAG 🚀

@ukspaceagency.bsky.social

New & experienced authors alike are encouraged to submit.

Interested? Email openjournals@lancashire.ac.uk to find out more.

#Nursing #Healthcare #Midwifery #OpenAccess #AcademicPublishing

Nursing students learning in our purpose built teaching setting

We’ve launched the Journal of Nursing Theory and Practice — our first open access journal in over a decade.

Published twice a year, it welcomes articles on nursing, healthcare & midwifery that spark critical conversation. ✍️

Two University of Lancashire students crowned European champions in national baseball competition – Blog Preston <p>Samiya Rahman and Bethany Casson, gained victory as a part of Great Britain’s winning team against the Netherlands, France, and Czechia in August</p>

A pair of University of Lancashire students were crowned champions in a four-day national baseball competition.

Clearing 2025 is Now Open | Apply Here UCAS Clearing 2025 is now open for September entry. Find out more about Clearing and available courses, and secure your place through Clearing here.

Breaking news: there’s still time to join England’s oldest (and happiest) #journalism programme.
☎️ @uclan.ac.uk 01772 830 777 | lancashire.ac.uk/clearing

Saw one of these in action at the Library archive at @uclan.ac.uk a few years ago. So cool!

University rises to top nine percent in latest Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings The University has maintained its top 200 position in the THE University Impact Rankings, which reflect the positive impact HE institutions have on society.

We have maintained a top 200 position in the annual #THEUniRankings worldwide league table, which rates the positive impact higher education institutions have on society and the environment.

👏👏👏 #THEGlobalImpact

Learn more 👇

www.lancashire.ac.uk/news/the-imp...

University Clearing Guidance - UCLan Your guide to University Clearing. For September entry, UCAS Clearing 2025 opens on Saturday 5 July. You can find out more about Clearing here.

Are you or someone you know thinking ahead to Clearing 2025? 💭

You can now register your interest for degree courses beginning this September to ensure you're the first to know what places are available.

Find out more: ow.ly/x4RT50Rgibv

Postgraduate Open Evening, Preston - June 2025 Considering studying a postgraduate degree at uni? Sign up to our Postgraduate Event in June and explore postgraduate career options, master's options and more.

Not sure if Postgraduate study is for you? Our PG Open Evening is the perfect time to find out ✨
Join us TONIGHT to explore our courses, access careers guidance and learn how to balance your study and other commitments.
📅 4 June, 4-7pm
📍 Student Centre, Preston

Degree Show 2025 This is an acknowledgement of the impressive artistic achievements of our graduating students at the esteemed annual School of Arts and Media Degree Show.

Come and join us to celebrate the creativity and talent of our graduating students at the Degree Show 2025 ✨🎓

Private View:
📆 Thursday 5 June
🕑 5-8pm
📍 Victoria Building, Hanover Building, Engineering Innovation Centre

Book your place 👇
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University Clearing Guidance - UCLan Your guide to University Clearing. For September entry, UCAS Clearing 2025 opens on Saturday 5 July. You can find out more about Clearing here.

📚 Want to join us this September? Plan ahead by registering your interest in #Clearing here: ow.ly/Rl9p50VGSkK

Campus tours Our campus tours are an ideal way to get a feel for our campuses & see our facilities. Led by current students it’s a great way to have an informal look around.

Can you picture yourself as a student with us? Booking on to a student-led campus tour will help you feel right at home 🏠 ​

We deliver bespoke tours for you and any guests you'd like to bring with you at our #Preston and #Burnley campuses. ​

Book online here: www.lancashire.ac.uk/campustours

They do look wonderful! Thank you for sharing 🥰

Great to see Professor Morris Gordon, from our School of Medicine, has been involved in this important research project 👇

Psycho-social therapies most effective treatments for unexplained abdominal pain in children, new research finds Hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy are the most effective treatments for children suffering with unexplained abdominal pain, according to research

Hypnotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) are the most effective treatments for children suffering with unexplained abdominal pain, according to new research published today in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health.

Learn more 🔗 ow.ly/rz1s50VBshg

Image of an optical illusion. The image shows a black background with 2 sets of 8 purple circles with an orange circle in the middle. The orange circle is a different size compared to the purple circles.

The final illusion, how big is the orange circle on the left to you?

It's actually 6% smaller than the one on the right!

Image of an optical illusion. The image shows a black background with 2 sets of 8 purple circles with an orange circle in the middle. The orange circle is a different size compared to the purple circles.

What about this image?

The orange circle on the right is actually 18% larger than the one on the left!

Image of an optical illusion. The image shows a black background with 2 sets of 8 purple circles with an orange circle in the middle. The orange circle is a different size compared to the purple circles.

What about this one? Does the circle on the left appear larger, smaller or the same size?

It's actually 14% smaller than the one on the right!

Image of an optical illusion. The image shows a black background with 2 sets of 8 purple circles with an orange circle in the middle. The orange circle is a different size compared to the purple circles.

Are you fooled by an optical illusion? 👀

Does the orange circle on the left appear larger or smaller than the one on the right?

Our research suggests we can train our eyes to unsee an illusion.
The orange circle on the left is 10% smaller!

🔗 lancashire.ac.uk/news/optical-illusions-medical-imaging

Spring has sprung and campus is looking goooood 🌸🥰

A warm welcome to everyone attending the #ConventionOfTheNorth on our #Preston Campus today 👋

#COTN25

Undergraduate Degree Programmes UK Our undergraduate degree courses will help start your success story & give you an opportunity to study an undergraduate course you love. We see your potential.

📣 Haven't submitted your #UCAS application yet? You have until 6pm GMT today 🕕

Choosing a university is a big decision but we're here to help you find the course that’s right for you 🌹

Find your future: www.uclan.ac.uk/undergraduate

Recently, my A-level Physics and #Astronomy enrichment students visited @uclan.ac.uk Alston Observatory.

But did you know they run open observation and lecture sessions every month?

You *might* even see the #MilkyWay - just a few miles from #Preston

www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/the-jeremi...

Hey @bsky.app 👋👀