UofE Public Engagement with Research

11/09/2026

We are excited to confirm that having been postponed due to extreme weather last summer, New Level Unlocked: Discovering the Story of Video Games has been rescheduled for Thursday 1st October.

Join us at Exeter Phoenix for an exciting talk from leading video game researchers from the University of Exeter, University of Bristol, Bath Spa University, and University of Plymouth.

20/08/2026

Have your say in Civic Engagement at the University of Exeter!

The University of Exeter Community Panel is helping to embed the broader community voice in the University's Civic Engagement activities.

The Panel comprises local residents who help us to identify local issues, challenges and opportunities and provides a community perspective on university plans and activities. The Panel also offers objective opinions on ideas, initiatives and partnerships and helps us set priorities for, and review Community Fund applications.

The Panel is Chaired by the University’s Senior Vice President, Registrar and Secretary, and meets three times a year, usually from 6-8pm in a City Centre or University venue. Members from across the city are compensated for their time in line with the University’s Participant Payment Policy.

Interested? Submit your application via https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=d10qkZj77k6vMhM02PBKU0lVCZtfNcFMiQd8jcFyn6JURDlHTDFPUDhBWjBDQ05SRVBQRTBDMTZTMy4u&route=shorturl by the 25th September 2026 to be considered!

03/08/2026

Excited to be taking part in this week's First Thursday event!

Join us at Chococo on Gandy Street from 5:30-7pm, for Take a Trip to the Antarctic! - First Thursdays!

27/07/2026

We're excited to be bringing a taste of Antarctica to Exeter's next First Thursdays.

Find us in Chococo on Gandy Street from 5:30 to 7pm for Antarctica-themed games, virtual tours, and insights from researchers Dr Anne Le Brocq, and Ellie Cook.

(And don't forget to check out the café downstairs where you can cool down with Chococo's delicious gelato!)

First Thursdays invites visitors to enjoy the highlights of Exeter's bustling Gandy Street for live performances, late-night shopping, speciality food, and more.

Find out more about First Thursdays here: https://inexeter.co.uk/firstthursdays/

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30/06/2026

Join us at Exeter Freemasons Hall, 27 Gandy Street, this Thursday as part of the First Thursdays initiative!

First Thursdays invites visitors to enjoy the highlights of Exeter's bustling Gandy Street for live performances, late-night shopping, speciality food, and themed cocktails.

This month, the University of Exeter will be bringing a pop-up talk with researcher, Dr Rebecca Sandover, alongside Martyn Bragg from Shillingford Organics, Carolyn Dare from Resources Futures and Community Action Group, Harriet Bell from Riverford Organic Farmers, and Jenny Archard from Devon Communities Together.

Check out what local businesses have to offer, grab a drink from the Freemasons bar, and join us from 6-6:40 to hear from our local experts!

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19/06/2026

*EVENT POSTPONED*

Great to have our upcoming panel talk New Level Unlocked: Discovering the Story of Video Games showcased by University of Exeter News!

We can't wait to hear from our expert panellists, and learn about the research behind our favourite games, and why we play them.

Reserve your free ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-level-unlocked-discovering-the-story-of-video-games-tickets-1987066189463?aff=oddtdtcreator

https://news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-humanities-arts-and-social-sciences/english-and-creative-writing/leading-video-game-academics-ready-up-for-public-discussion/

Video game experts from across the region will take to the stage this month for a public discussion around gaming and the future of the industry. New Level Unlocked: Discovering the Story of Video Games

01/06/2026

*EVENT POSTPONED*

Join us at Exeter Phoenix for a free panel talk and Q and A, exploring the research behind video games - what they tell us about ourselves, our futures, and the stories we tell.

We'll be joined by leading experts from across the region, including specialists from the University of Exeter, Bath Spa University, the University of Bristol, the University of Plymouth, and Bristol Game Hub.

Whether you're a video game enthusiast, or just curious to learn more, book your free ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/new-level-unlocked-discovering-the-story-of-video-games-tickets-1987066189463?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*nfi1pk*_up*MQ..*_ga*ODcwNTUwOTEuMTc4MDMwNzI1MQ..*_ga_TQVES5V6SH*czE3ODAzMDcyNTAkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODAzMDcyNTAkajYwJGwwJGgw

27/05/2026

We're excited to be taking part in the launch of First Thursdays on Exeter's Gandy Street next week!

The 4th June will see the street transformed with live music, performances, speciality food and drink, and late-night shopping from local businesses.

Come along and join us from 5pm at Exeter Phoenix for short talks from University of Exeter researchers, and a special live music performance from DJ Dr Doom!

Flora Hemming, from our Department of Psychology will be sharing her talk 'Why is it so easy for you and so hard for me?!', an insightful exploration of executive function, and cultivating the empathy that helps us understand one another's brains. Dr James D**e, from the Department of Geography, is joining us for 'Is there intelligent life on Earth?', a powerful discussion of the climate crisis.

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