UEA in 2025: Our year in stories

By: Communications

A sunset shot of the UEA campus, with a group of students in the foreground. Some are seated, others are standing and one is on a bike. The Sainsbury Centre is visible in the background.

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:

UEA in 2025: Our year in stories

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