‘Twas the night before Christmas and all across campus, not a student was running to lecture or practice.
Down by the lake the water was still, the ducks nestled snugly against the brisk chill.
The library was quiet, the computer screens blank – it’s time to relax, but before that, some thanks!
To alumni and friends who donated this year, whether time or your pennies, our gratitude’s clear.
You’ve supported our scholarships, mentored our students, you’ve funded the research that’s driving new movements.
From faraway countries to cities so near, your support warmed our spirits and filled us with cheer.
So as this year ends, we raise a glass to toast: here’s to our Bath community, whom we cherish the most.
With best wishes from all of us in the Advancement Office team.
Your University Updates
Farewell to Gordon Cox, our Director of Advancement
“A huge thanks to our alumni and donors," says Gordon. "The University of Bath is a special community, and I am grateful to have been a part of it.”
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Alumni Events 2025: Save the Dates
Hong Kong alumni social, Monday 3 March
Kuala Lumpur alumni social, Thursday 6 March
Bath alumni social, Thursday 27 March
London alumni social, Thursday 3 April
University Events in 2025
Bath Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change launch
Thursday 30 January, 4.00pm–7.00pm (GMT), Bath
Join us at the University of Bath where we will unveil our new institute dedicated to tackling sustainability and climate change.
Postgraduate virtual open day
Wednesday 5 February, 11.00am–3.00pm (GMT), online
A day of live webinars and online chatrooms to help you find out more about studying for a master's or doctoral degree at Bath. Alumni qualify for a 10% discount on tuition fees.
How we sold our future: the failure to fight climate change
Tuesday 11 February, 6.00pm–7.00pm (GMT), online
Jens Beckert delves into the connections between capitalist structures and our failure to address the climate crisis.
University of Bath Ignite+: AI and machine learning showcase
Thursday 27 February, 9.30am–1.00pm (GMT), Bath
This free half-day event will showcase the cutting-edge research involving artificial intelligence and machine learning within our Department of Computer Science.
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