{"id":1760,"date":"2025-02-13T11:02:39","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T11:02:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/on-parade\/?p=1760"},"modified":"2025-02-13T11:19:53","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T11:19:53","slug":"new-beginnings-plus-alumni-updates-and-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/on-parade\/2025\/02\/13\/new-beginnings-plus-alumni-updates-and-events\/","title":{"rendered":"New beginnings, plus alumni updates and events"},"content":{"rendered":"

I'm pleased to introduce myself as the Director of Advancement at the University. Having grown up in South West England, Bath has been my home for five years and I\u2019ve built a personal connection to the University through the incredible Team Bath Tribe with my children.<\/p>\n

The University of Bath has a history of excellence in teaching and research, consistently ranking highly in\u00a0national and international league tables<\/a>.\u00a0Alongside this, I\u2019ve been so impressed by the achievements of alumni, students and researchers.<\/p>\n

I'm passionate about the role philanthropy plays to advance institutions like ours and enable opportunity, experience and education for all. It\u2019s inspiring to see the impact we\u2019re making together.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m delighted to have joined at this exciting time and look forward to working with Vice-Chancellor Professor Phil Taylor and other colleagues to grow the University\u2019s impact, locally and globally.<\/p>\n

I look forward to meeting and connecting with many of you over the coming months to share ideas about how we achieve this and hear your stories.<\/p>\n

With best wishes<\/p>\n

Lydia Lee<\/p>\n

Director of Advancement
\nUniversity of Bath<\/p>\n

Read on for more headlines and events...<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Your University Updates<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Send your nominations for Honorary Degrees and President's Awards<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Nominations are now open until Friday 28 February for three of the University's highest-profile awards.<\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>Government Chief Scientific Adviser launches new Institute for Digital Security and Behaviour<\/a>
\n<\/strong>New research institute puts people at the heart of research into threats posed by digital technology.<\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>Bath-designed SwordSeat\u2122 fencing chair launched by British Fencing<\/a><\/strong>
\nParalympic gold medallists hail the new SwordSeat\u2122, which makes wheelchair fencing more affordable and accessible.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Bath alumna and Chair of the Football Association joins our Management Meets podcast<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Debbie Hewitt MBE discusses her career journey and the influence the Bath MBA had on shaping her leadership style.<\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>Graduate and Sanctuary Scholar on the impact of studying at Bath<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Supported by University of Bath UCU and the Alumni Fund, Victor Adesope was able to further his education while seeking asylum.<\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a>New opportunity: Chair of Council<\/a>
\n<\/strong>Our current Chair of Council, Pam Chesters, will be stepping down after six years of service in October. Find out about the role.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Alumni Social Events<\/h2>\n

Hong Kong alumni social<\/a>
\nMonday 3 March, 6.30pm
\n<\/strong>Renaissance Hong Kong Harbour View Hotel, Hong Kong<\/p>\n

Kuala Lumpur alumni social<\/a>
\nThursday 6 March, 7pm
\n<\/strong>Blue at EQ, Level 51, EQ, Equatorial Plaza, Kuala Lumpur<\/p>\n

Bath alumni social<\/a>
\nThursday 27 March, 6.30pm
\n<\/strong>Hall & Woodhouse, Bath<\/p>\n

London alumni social<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 waitlist operating<\/strong>
\nWednesday 2 April, 6.30pm
\n<\/strong>The Refinery, London
\nDue to unprecedented demand, we've closed registrations and are operating a waitlist. We're looking for ways to accommodate more guests.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

University Events<\/h2>\n

EV Infrastructure: a walk in the (park) peaks<\/strong><\/a>
\nTuesday 18 February, 4.30pm<\/strong>, online<\/strong>
\nA webinar on the electrification of transport\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>where we are, what we\u2019re aiming at and what we need for the journey.<\/p>\n

An economic evaluation of the policy mix used for corporate environmental innovation<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 20 February, 12.15pm, Bath and online<\/strong>
\nDr Ian Jackson (University of Wolverhampton) will discuss his research on supply-side and demand-side measures.<\/p>\n

Team Bath Netball v London Pulse: NXT Gen League<\/strong><\/a>
\nFriday 21 February, 7pm, University of Bath<\/strong>
\nSpot the stars of the future as two exciting young squads go head to head.<\/p>\n

University of Bath Ignite+: AI and machine learning showcase<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 27 February, 9.30am<\/strong>, Bath
\n<\/strong>This free half-day event will showcase the cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and machine learning within our Department of Computer Science.<\/p>\n

Business @ Breakfast<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 27 February, 8am, Bath<\/strong>
\nThe School of Management's monthly networking meeting focuses on best business practices.<\/p>\n

The regeneration of left-behind places: the case of coastal towns in England<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 27 February, 12.15pm, Bath and online<\/strong>
\nDr Stefania Fiorentino from the University of Cambridge will discuss her research on local regeneration strategies.<\/p>\n

Drag as marketplace: contemporary cultures, identities and business<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 27 February, 6pm, Bath<\/strong>
\nJoin us for this book launch, with special guest Le Fil.<\/p>\n

Future of Thinklist: reelers<\/strong><\/a>
\nFriday 28 February, 2pm, online<\/strong>
\nHow can we foster a social media community on the topic of business and society?<\/p>\n

Addressing England\u2019s water quality: what can be done?<\/a><\/strong>
\nWednesday 19 March, 6pm, Bath<\/strong>
\nOur panellists discuss the water quality problems in England and the solutions and policies needed to restore waterways to health.<\/p>\n

International cooperation when mistrust deepens<\/strong><\/a>
\nThursday 27 March, 12.30pm, Bath<\/strong>
\nProfessor Perri 6 uncovers how states can collaborate even when mistrust grows, shedding light on the forces shaping nations.<\/p>\n

One Young World Bath<\/strong><\/a>
\nSaturday 29 March, 9.45am, Bath<\/strong>
\nJoin us for a day filled with inspirational speakers and engaging workshops based on exploring critical global challenges.<\/p>\n

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Undergraduate and Postgraduate Open Days and Webinars<\/h2>\n

Alumni may qualify for a\u00a0<\/span>10% discount<\/a>\u00a0on tuition fees.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Master's in humanitarianism and international development webinar<\/a>
\nTuesday 25 February, 1pm, online
\n<\/strong>This webinar will give you the chance to find out more about our on-campus and distance-learning courses.<\/p>\n

Bath master\u2019s insight series<\/a>: shape\u202fyour future with the School of Management master\u2019s degrees
\nThursday 27 February, 10am, online<\/strong>
\nJoin us to explore scholarships, career support, MSc courses and life in Bath.<\/p>\n

Postgraduate Discovery Day<\/a>
\nWednesday 5 March, 11am, Bath
\n<\/strong>Join us on campus to discover what it\u2019s like to study for a postgraduate degree at Bath.<\/p>\n

The Bath Executive MBA Open House Event<\/strong><\/a>
\nFriday 14 March, 10.30am, Bath
\n<\/strong>Discover an Executive MBA that mirrors real-world collaboration and has practical business experiences at its heart.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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