On Friday 15 July the Institute of Historical Research (IHR) brought its centenary year to a close with a celebration of History: Past, Present and Future. Historians of all kinds came together - to talk, showcase their research, and also address critical issues in the discipline today. 

This is an update on the implementation of the recommendations of the  Inquiry into the future of Commonwealth Studies at the University of London . Appointment of new Director A search committee for the new Director has been established, with a view to advertising the role in the coming month (June). Partnership agreements

This week, the University of London is delighted to be part of a UK Government-led higher education mission to India, the largest UK university leaders’ delegation to the country to date. The University is one of 23 UK higher education institutions (HEIs) on the mission - which has been spearheaded by the British Council, Universities UK International, the Department for Education and the Department for International Trade. Jaspreet Talwar Principal Sec Higher Education Gov of Punjab  Deputy Chief Minister  Edu Minister Delhi Gov of Delhi

Being Human , the UK’s national festival of the humanities, has announced a £15,000 grant from the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) to create a festival Hub in Bradford with a special focus to celebrate the BBC centenary. Being Human demonstrates and celebrates the ways in which humanities research is vital to society and directly relevant to the lives and interests of people across the UK. Every year, hundreds of free events take place across the UK, showcasing the latest research in subjects including history, literature, philosophy, classics and languages.