Join Professor Paul Bissell, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Research and Innovation at the University of Chester, and Dr Marian Peacock, Honorary Lecturer in Public Health at the University of Sheffield’s School of Health and Related Research to learn more about this fascinating, and often ignored, topic. […]
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What can brothers and sisters on film tell us about the state of a nation? In the 21st century, siblings are everywhere on screen, from superhero blockbusters to horror films, teen movies and slice-of-life dramas. […]
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How NOT to Flee a War is a first-hand talk by Ukrainian journalist Maria Romanenko, co-presented with her partner Jez Myers, telling the story of their attempt to escape Kyiv as Russia launched its full-scale invasion on 24 February 2022. […]
Who today knows of Alfred Mond? Once one of the world’s greatest tycoons, Mond has largely vanished from British public memory. Yet, elsewhere in the world the picture is very different. […]
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Join Dr Lucy Andrew, former Senior Literature in English Literature at the University of Chester, as she introduces her debut novel, A Very Vexing Murder, a cosy crime retelling of Jane Austen’s Emma, and discusses her path to becoming a published author. […]
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Think academic research isn’t your thing? Think again! Join us for an evening stand-up comedy, a new event for 2026! […]
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Discover the untold stories of Strabane, one of the forgotten frontlines of the Northern Ireland Troubles. This talk explores the lived experiences of those who grew up or took part in the conflict, showing how their memories, identities, and communities have shaped life in a post-conflict society. […]
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Discover Rome’s cutting edge: The Auxiliary Soldiers. Recruited from across the empire, these specialist troops helped the Roman army conquer new lands and face unfamiliar enemies. […]
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are hugely important documents that enable you to nominate trusted people to make decisions about your health, welfare, property and finances in the event you lose mental capacity. Join this event to hear about how LPAs work, the risks of not having one, and how our students at the University of Chester Law School can help you complete your LPAs free of charge. […]
This event will showcase the history of the University from its opening in 1839 to the present day. We will present ten objects from across the decades and discuss how each of them relates to an important event in the university’s history. […]