UEA in 2025: Our year in stories
By: Communications
As 2025 draws to a close, join us for our annual round-up of stories and discover 20 standout moments that defined the year.
From one student’s inspirational transplant journey to a charitable tennis donation for some furry friends – plus a special visit from our favourite BBC Radio 1 breakfast presenter – this year was packed with stories worth sharing.
We’re also celebrating groundbreaking research, including a never-before-seen jaguar love story and possibly the best $30 ever spent.
Ready to relive the highlights? Explore 20 stories that made 2025 a year to remember:
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