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From fascinating research, outstanding achievements and exciting exhibitions to forthcoming open days and high-profile public lectures, you can find information about the latest news, events and activities within the Department of Geography.

The news articles below show the exciting stories and work taking place within Geography, including stimulating comment and opinion from our academics – many of whom are leaders in their fields.

The events show our wide range of exciting activities taking place, including public lectures, conferences, open days, and much more.  

Latest News and Features

Prof Katie Jenkins
Image of the Maldives
Dig Tsho glacial lake in the Langmoche valley, Nepal. The natural moraine dam impounding this lake breached catastrophically in 1985, causing extensive damage downstream. The High Mountain Asia region has the highest GLOF danger globally and accounts for the majority of the global population exposed to GLOFs.
Care leavers covenant
The Ukrainian flag. Getty Images
The Lit & Phil, Newcastle. Image by Sally Ann Norman
Headshot of Helen Fairfoul
While the cold of winter is a threat to most wildlife, it can be endured. Image: Pixabay
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Upcoming events

Assessing Viability in Planning under the National Planning Policy Framework
Richard Williams, Avison Young
Professor Whitney Inaugural
The Building Safety Act and its Implications

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