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10/06/2026
Older and wiser? 🎓
Or more experienced with a wealth of insights to share with the Class of 2026?
Whether you graduated just a few months ago or graduation is a distant memory, share your best piece of advice with the Class of 2026 to help them prepare for graduate life.
Inspire and reassure the Class of 2026 with your words of wisdom ⬇️
https://forms.office.com/e/vXNTc1BHva
Thank you! 💜
University of Portsmouth
05/06/2026
Thank you! ⭐
This Volunteers’ Week, we’ve been reflecting on the amazing things which are happening across the University of Portsmouth which wouldn’t be possible without our incredible alumni volunteers, from students learning new skills to our latest Student vs Alumni Cup victory.
⭐ Sports coaches
⭐ Guest speakers
⭐ Mentors
⭐ Blog contributors
⭐ Alumni Cup players
⭐ Panellists
⭐ Governors and board members
⭐ Event organisers
Thank you for volunteering your time, sharing your insights, and bringing alumni communities together to make a difference 💜
15/05/2026
You might have graduated, but you'll always be part of Portsmouth 💜
Alumni benefits include 👇
⭐ Union Shop discount
⭐ Library access
⭐ Discounted gym membership
⭐ Career support
⭐ Events
⭐ Discounted Master's and PhD tuition fees
⭐ Reunion discounts
⭐ Alumni LinkedIn group access
Find out more ➡️ https://www.port.ac.uk/about-us/alumni/your-benefits?utm_campaign=alumni-uop-social&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_term=organic-social&utm_content=Content
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Spring is well and truly here 🌸🌱☀️
08/05/2026
Good luck to Team Portsmouth in Varsity 2026 🙌
This weekend, Portsmouth will host the 18th Varsity against the University of Southampton. But, before the rivalry between the South Coast teams took hold from 2009, we played against the University of Chichester back in 2008.
This edition of Purple Wednesdays, the university's free student newspaper, also featured the University of Portsmouth Skydiving Club and UPSAC, the University's diving club.
Do you recognise anyone? 🪂🌊
📷 UPSU/1/7/10 Pugwash News Issue 11 dated 5 March 2008
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Nirvana, a historic military site, and student societies?
A short history of The University of Portsmouth Students' Union ➡️
🌟 1908 – A Students' Union was first formed at Portsmouth Municipal College.
🌟 1960s – Portsmouth College of Technology’s Students’ Union was situated in K Block on Park Road.
🌟 1969 – Portsmouth College of Technology became Portsmouth Polytechnic and the institution purchased former military site St Pauls where it opened the Students' Union.
1️⃣ St Paul’s Road, 1970s
2️⃣ 1969/70 prospectus map shows the new Students' Union in St Paul's Road
🌟 1983 – The Students’ Union moved to Alexandra House in Ravelin Park.
3️⃣ Alexandra House, 1980
🌟 1989 – Nirvana played at Alexandra House’s venue, The Garage, on their first UK tour.
4️⃣ Alexandra House as published in the 1990 Portsmouth Polytechnic Prospectus (PHOT/2/3/3/20)
5️⃣ The Garage events listing from November 1995
🌟 2002 - The new Student Centre opened on 21 September 2002 on the site of the former Department of Surveying.
6️⃣ Aerial photograph of Ravelin Park: Alexandra House is visible to the left with Cambridge Building, the future site of the Student Centre, to the right (PHOT/2/2/9/9)
7️⃣ The Waterhole bar from around 2002 (PHOT/2/2/2/26)
🌟 2026 – The Students’ Union is temporarily moving to Neptune House on Lord Montgomery Way while the Student Hub is constructed.
8️⃣ Neptune House, 2026
✨ Looking ahead: the Student Hub ✨
As part of the University’s 10 year Estate Masterplan, we’re creating a new vibrant, social and supportive space for students on the site of the current Students' Union on Cambridge Road which will also link to the University of Portsmouth Library.
9️⃣ Architect's rendering of the Student Hub
What’s your best memory from the Students’ Union from your time in Portsmouth? Were you one of the lucky few to see Nirvana play at The Garage?
University of Portsmouth
02/04/2026
Spring has arrived in Portsmouth 🪻🌤️
We’re loving the spring buds, wallflowers, and hints of sunshine on campus as we prepare for an Easter Bank Holiday full of chocolate and windy walks along the seafront 🐣 🌊
31/03/2026
Congratulations, Matthew and Luke! 👏
Two University of Portsmouth graduates have been nominated for BAFTA Television Awards, and we couldn’t be prouder 💜
⭐ Matthew Lewis, cinematographer – Adolescence
🎓 BA (Hons) Film Production, 2017
🎥 Matthew’s amazing one-take camera operation for the highly acclaimed Netflix crime drama series helped make the series one of the most visually stunning shows of last year.
⭐ Luke Flight, editor – Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire
🎓 BA (Hons) Television and Film Production, 2012
🎞️ Luke Flight’s incredible work as an editor on this BBC documentary tells the stories of the 56 lives lost in the 1985 tragedy, and those who won’t let it be forgotten, with thoughtfulness and impact.
“We are extremely proud of both graduates, whose professionalism and creative excellence continue to be recognised at the highest level within the screen industries.”
- Ben Thompson, Programme Area Lead and Principal Lecturer, Film Production
We’ll be watching and cheering on Matthew and Luke on Sunday 10 May 🤞
23/03/2026
The Students vs Alumni Cup returns for 2026! 🏆🏀
Cheer on our alumni teams on Saturday 18 April where we’ll be hosting a full day of family friendly fixtures with current student teams going up against returning guest alumni teams.
Free tickets for spectators to come and watch ⬇️
https://universityofportsmouth.tfaforms.net/603
Last year alumni won 16-5. Will we be victorious again in 2026? 🥇
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06/03/2026
When did you last step foot into a lecture theatre? 🧑🏫✍️
Whether you graduated last year or graduation is a distant memory, there are lots of free University of Portsmouth events open to alumni this month ⬇️
🧑🏫 public lectures
🧑🔬 online masterclasses
🧑🎨 art show
💃 performance showcase
Join our celebration of worldwide culture to learn something new, reconnect with your university community, and celebrate our city 🫶
Book your free spot 🎟️
https://www.port.ac.uk/news-events-and-blogs/events/one-world-festival?utm_campaign=alumni-uop-social&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_term=organic-social&utm_content=global-week
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