News archive 2020
Exeter’s most successful philanthropy campaign comes to an end
The end of December 2020 marks the completion of the University of Exeter’s ‘Making the Exceptional Happen’ philanthropy campaign.
Alumni honour former Vice-Chancellor with permanent scholarship fund
A new scholarship scheme set-up in honour of former Vice-Chancellor Professor Sir Steve Smith, targeting applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds, will support six students to attend the University of Exeter each year.
WWF and Exeter alumni join forces to protect natural habitat
A consortium of Exeter alumni have joined the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) and the University of Exeter, in setting up a new PhD project to protect the Cerrado ecosystem in Brazil.
Philanthropy supports COVID-19 drug trial
A largescale global trial, designed to test the theory that the widely-used BCG vaccine could help protect against COVID-19 will soon recruit healthcare staff and care home workers in the UK.
Sir Steve backs first ever Giving Day
Former University of Exeter Vice-Chancellor, Professor Sir Steve Smith, has supported the institution’s first ever Giving Day with a donation of £10,000 to the scholarship fund.
Exeter gears up for first ever Giving Day!
The University of Exeter is launching its first ever Giving Day on 22 September, 65 years since the institution was granted its Royal Charter by Her Majesty the Queen.
Alumni fund series of BAME scholarships
Four additional scholarships will be awarded to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) students attending the University of Exeter this year, thanks to the support of Exeter alumni.
Westcountry medical graduates receive thank you hampers
Graduates in medicine-related subjects at the University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth have received hampers thanking them for their work
Research into what helps couples to thrive used to teach teenagers about healthy relationships
Research showing the key features of healthy relationships will be used in schools around the country to help teenagers learn how to build healthy relationships of their own.
Next-generation triple antibody test for Covid-19 given green light by MHRA
University of Exeter scientists have developed a revolutionary new device that could allow health professionals to test patients’ antibody response to Covid-19 in as little as seven minutes.
2020 Volunteers of the Year named!
After a tough decision making process, the Alumni Volunteers of the Year for 2020 have been announced.
Dragon Capital Chair in Biodiversity Economics announced
Professor Ben Groom has been appointed Dragon Capital Chair in Biodiversity Economics at the University of Exeter.
New project explores perceptions of China
A new research project exploring how the West perceives China is to be launched at the University of Exeter.
New fundraising site launched to support COVID-19 work
Supporters of the University of Exeter can now support COVID-19 related projects across the institution via a dedicated fundraising website.
University of Exeter Startup Team launches COVID-19 Startup Support Fund
The University of Exeter’s Student Startup team has launched a new funding initiative, designed to support innovative projects during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alumni support helps students facing hardship during pandemic
The University of Exeter’s Emergency Assistance Fund, set-up to provide financial support to students facing hardship due to the coronavirus crisis, has double the funds thanks to long-term supporter Santander Universities and alumni donations.
Funding appeal launched for potential Covid-19 test
A funding appeal has been launched to help fast-track the development of a “pocket laboratory” that carries out quick, accurate and cost-effective blood tests that could revolutionise how health professionals track, trace and monitor the spread of the coronavirus Covid-19.
Fundraising campaign hits target one year early
£60 million raised to support students and research at Exeter
Research into ecosystem-based solutions to climate change receives philanthropic support
A project exploring how carbon capture and storage can help limit global warming to a 1.5°C temperature rise has received philanthropic funding from American organisation, One Earth.
$55,000 grant supports research into healthy oceans
A project to help more accurately measure the health of our oceans has been supported with a grant from the Simons Foundation.
Penryn Travel Bursary launched thanks to alumni
A new scheme to support prospective students attend open days on the Penryn Campus has been launched thanks to alumni donations.
Dedicate your Decade – develop through Alumni volunteering
Often with the start of a new year, and in this case a new decade, there is a time for reflection on the previous year/s, and setting plans and goals for the year ahead. If you’re looking for something achievable that makes a real difference why not give volunteering a go?