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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Aug 14

Our friendly Clearing team will be here until 6pm, so give us a call and let's chat about how we can make Hull your home. 🫶

📞 01482 466100
💻 hull.ac.uk/clearing

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Aug 14

Thinking about applying through Clearing? Our call centre is open again! 👋

If you didn't have the chance to call us yesterday, now's your perfect opportunity.

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 29

There's nowhere we'd rather be than on our campus 😌

Got FOMO? You can still apply to join us this September through Clearing 👉 www.hull.ac.uk/clearing

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 17

It's the final day of our Summer 2025 graduation ceremonies - and we're not ready for the celebrations to end!

Congratulations to everyone from the Faculty of Science and Engineering who are graduating today. We can't wait to see what you do next! 🎉

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 16

Congrats to today's graduates from the Faculty of Health Science, including students from Hull York Medical School! There's so much for you all to be proud of - just think of everything you've achieved over the course of your studies. ⭐

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 16

Welcome to all of the students from the Faculty of Health Sciences, including students from Hull York Medical School, who are graduating with us today.

We're so proud of you all - and can't wait to celebrate you today! 🎓

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 15

We're ready for another day of graduation ceremonies - are you?

We can't wait to celebrate all of the students from the Faculty of Arts, Culture, and Education who will be crossing the stage today.

If you know someone who's graduating, give them a shout out below! 🫶

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 14

Hats off to the Class of 2025! 🎓

We kicked off our Summer graduation ceremonies today with over 700 students from the Faculty of Business, Law, and Politics crossing the stage. We couldn't be prouder of you all.

You're now part of our alumni family - and we can't wait to see what you do next!

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 14

It's the first day of our Summer 2025 graduation ceremonies!

Congratulations to all the students from the Faculty of Business, Law, and Politics who will be graduating today. We're so proud of you! 🎓

#HullGraduation

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 13

Hull's leading the way in sustainability - and we're supporting this through our research. Find out how we're propelling fossil fuels into the past 👉 www.hull.ac.uk/work-...

Propelling the Future of Offshore Wind | University of Hull

Improving efficiency to power affordable and sustainable energy in the offshore wind sector.

www.hull.ac.uk

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 13

Hull is in the top 10 greenest cities in the UK 💚

In new research released by The Co-operative Bank and Friends of the Earth, Hull has come in at number 6 their list of the UK's greenest cities. 👉 www.co-operativebank...

The UK’s Greenest Cities Revealed | The Co-operative Bank

Our new research reveals the most sustainable cities in the UK, taking into account things like air quality, recycling rates and green space.

www.co-operativebank.co.uk

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jul 7

It's the final countdown - only one week to go before the start of our Summer graduation ceremonies! 🎓

We're so excited to see the Class of 2025 cross the stage and to welcome you to our alumni community. ✨

Know someone who's graduating? Shout them out in the comments! 👇

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 30

28 Years Later offers a new breed of pandemic storytelling - but how did COVID inspire the story? 💭

Lucyl Harrison discusses how the franchise has returned to cinema as a 'mouthpiece for the unique pressures Britain is facing post-pandemic & post-Brexit': theconversation.com/the-spectacu...

The spectacular frenzy of 28 Years Later offers a new breed of pandemic storytelling

28 Years Later left my cinema theatre weeping. Take tissues.

theconversation.com

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 29

Dr Georgios Efthimiou, Lecturer in Microbiology, breaks down the science behind this treatment, and why the next phase in gut health might involve a smarter, more targeted approach.

Learn more: theconversation.com/...

Could faecal transplants cause long-term health problems?

Faecal transplants could see gut microbes ending up in the wrong place.

theconversation.com

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 29

Faecal transplants - yes, the kind delivered in capsules - have become a promising treatment for everything from IBS to Parkinson’s.

But new research suggests these 'sturdy' solutions might not be quite so stable when microbes end up in the wrong place.

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 27

This funding allows university research to be applied to the real-world settings, supporting regional economic growth and bringing us a step closer to Net Zero.

Find out more: www.hull.ac.uk/work-...

Accelerating our region's decarbonisation ambitions

The University of Hull received £180k innovation support for regional decarbonisation in the Northern Net Zero Accelerator's first round of funding awards

www.hull.ac.uk

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 27

A funding award from the Northern Net Zero Accelerator is supporting three projects which approach decarbonisation from different angles.

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 27

Currently, the North East, Teesside and Humber (NETH) region is the largest generator of industrial carbon emissions in the UK - but thanks to University of Hull research, NETH is on track to meet decarbonisation aims.

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 27

Low carbon innovation from the University of Hull is helping to accelerate our region’s clean energy ambitions, supporting the government's Modern Industrial Strategy. 💚

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 24

Our research is resulting in more innovative, longer lasting wind turbine models, leading to lower costs and higher adoption of offshore wind energy. 💨

Learn more: www.hull.ac.uk/work-...

Propelling the Future of Offshore Wind | University of Hull

Improving efficiency to power affordable and sustainable energy in the offshore wind sector.

www.hull.ac.uk

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 24

Universities have a vital role to play in the delivery of the government's Modern Industrial Strategy across all major growth sectors - including clean energy. 🔋

The University of Hull is already propelling fossil fuels into the past.

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 20

We strongly believe in inclusive access to higher education, and we endeavour to continue reducing barriers and supporting people seeking sanctuary in realising their academic potential, as well as fostering a welcoming and supportive culture among staff, students and the wider community.

University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 20

We've been a University of Sanctuary since 2018. 💚

Both the University and City of Hull have a long tradition of welcoming and supporting those who seek sanctuary here.

#WorldRefugeeDay

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 17

A big welcome to everyone on campus for our This Is Hull festival! 👋

It's going to be a jam-packed week full of fun activities to get involved with so you can get a taste of uni life. We hope you enjoy your time at the Uni of Hull! 🤩

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University of Hull @uniofhull.bsky.social · Jun 15

Rob Dover, Professor of Intelligence and National Security at the University of Hull, explores why Western allies are increasingly unreliable friends 👇

theconversation.com/...

Recent spy scandals reveal how western allies are increasingly unreliable friends

Spying is getting easier as the technology needed gets cheaper and cheaper.

theconversation.com

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