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Indigenous knowledge key to building healthier and more sustainable food systems

Traditional and Indigenous knowledge could play a vital role in addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and poor health and nutrition, according to a new review of current research.

Supportive workplaces inspire employees to take bigger climate actions

Employees are more likely to take meaningful action on sustainability when they feel supported by their employer and managers, according to new research by the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Graduation 2026: The mature students proving it’s never too late to learn

Mike Marshall and Tony Pearse have proved that determination and perseverance can turn even the longest-held dreams of higher education into reality.

Graduation 2026: Family pride as mother and daughter graduate side by side

This week, Kerry Barr and Jodie Cloud celebrated their graduation from UEA’s School of Social Work – capping off a journey that saw them support one another personally and professionally.

Royal dog's 'sawcy antics' shed new light on Gloucester shipwreck

A royal dog whose 'sawcy antics' included stealing the King's food and battling for survival after being shipwrecked is the focus of new University of East Anglia research.

Graduation 2026: Della Mantle’s journey from nurse to doctor

At 42, mum-of-three Della Mantle has achieved an incredible milestone – graduating from UEA Medical School – as she journeys to a new chapter in medicine.

Perfect 10: UEA marks decade of Green Flag success

The University of East Anglia (UEA) is celebrating a decade of Green Flag success after securing the prestigious award for the 10th year running.

UEA graduate among the big names leading Norwich History Festival

Comedian and author Charlie Higson will return to UEA as the Norwich History Festival brings some of the UK's leading historians, authors and broadcasters to the city.

How beans and lentils could help future‑proof UK farming

A University of East Anglia project will investigate whether re-introducing edible legumes into farming rotations of wheat, oil seed rape and potatoes could help make farming systems more resilient to climate change.

New report shows how to increase boys’ engagement in school as a driver for gender equality

A new report finds that holistic approaches to prevent boys' disengagement from schools could both raise attainment and influence wider societal gender equality. The work informs a new gender transformative model to encourage inclusive schools.

Tony realises his degree dreams forty years on

UEA Modern History student, Tony Pearse, will graduate this summer after finally pursuing the degree he first dreamed of more than 45 years ago.

UEA celebrates continued improvement in National Student Survey 2026 results

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has recorded another year of improvement in the National Student Survey (NSS), with positive scores rising across all seven themes of the survey.

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