Make 2026 a year of sustainable change
As we settle back into the routine of work, the start of a new year offers a chance to set new goals and take meaningful action.
News
Lost in Translation: Why Definitions Matter blog post
A blog post on how to use the University's Glossary and Acronym lookup
Race Equality Week 2026
The University commemorates Race Equality Week from 2 to 6 February with a series of activities and events.
Scientists discover key to solving an 80-year-old chemistry puzzle
Molecular 'reshuffle' could be a game-changer for fine chemical processes used in wide applications from drug manufacture to advanced materials.
New Year, New You - join the Team Bath Gym and get January for FREE!
Take advantage of this exclusive offer on Gym and Classes Memberships for University of Bath Staff by signing up before Friday 16th January.
Struggling to talk to your child about weight? Research-backed films offer help
On the day the junk food advertising ban comes into effect, health experts from Bath offer evidence-based guidance to help parents talk to kids about weight.
University Teaching Awards 2026 - now open
We're delighted to invite staff and students to take part in this year's University Teaching Awards. Nominations can be made for seven awards.
University of Bath alumnus awarded OBE in 2026 New Year Honours
Former Bath student, Dr Alexander Rhys, has been awarded an OBE in the New Year Honours 2026 for services to healthcare and the LGBTQ+ community.
Support for University of Bath staff affected by international tensions
Details of how we support all our staff whose home region, loved ones, or friends, are currently affected by conflict.
Events
Distinguished Lecture Series with Professor Sarah Sharples
15 Jan 2026 11.15am
4 East building room 3.38,
4 East,
University of Bath
Join us for the next Faculty of Engineering & Design Distinguished Lecture series hosted by The Foundry: Centre for Digital, Manufacturing & Design.
Releasing grades and feedback with marking workflow and grade transfer - January 2026
20 Jan 2026 11.15am
Online
For staff who support or release grades and feedback to students. This session will outline the key steps when using Marking Workflow and Grade Transfer.
Project Management Essentials (Jan 2026)
20 Jan 2026 9.30am
1 West,
2.103,
University of Bath
A practical and interactive short course exploring the UoB approach to project management, and the skills involved in effective project management.
TEL-Bytes webinar: How to share recordings with students using Panopto and Moodle (January 2026)
20 Jan 2026 11.15am
Online
This session offers an overview of the Panopto system for video and audio recordings and how it links with Moodle.
CLT EduTalk: Inclusive Learning Strategies - Understanding Student Preferences and Needs
21 Jan 2026 12.15pm
Online
Victoria Willis (School of Management) will talk through her recent TDF project Inclusive Learning Strategies – Understanding Student Preferences and Needs.
Tackling modern slavery
21 Jan 2026 6.00pm
University of Bath
A decade after the Modern Slavery Act, the UK is falling behind in tackling modern slavery. Andrew Wallis, CEO of Unseen, discusses what needs to happen next.
Service updates
Information on changes to services or infrastructure across the University.
Staff using MS Teams to be upgraded to Teams Premium
A major investment in our people means that all staff using MS Teams will automatically be upgraded to Teams Premium, to go live on 12th January 2026.