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Community Access to Rooms scheme renewed in University’s new Community Plan

07 October, 2025

The University of Edinburgh has committed to extending its Community Access to Rooms scheme for…

Community Grants scheme continues to empower local change

06 October, 2025

The University of Edinburgh will continue to support community-led projects through its Community…

Doors Open Days 2025 at the University of Edinburgh

24 July, 2025

Doors Open Days this year will take place 27-28 September 2025. We look forward to welcoming you to…

Hundreds of days to make a difference

10 December, 2024

Last academic year, University staff gave more than 2,100 hours of time, energy and enthusiasm to…

Calling all student photographers!

28 November, 2024

The annual Edinburgh Global Student Photography Competition is open from 30 October 2024 until 10…

Doors Open Days 2024

05 September, 2024

Doors Open Days this year will take place 28 - 29 September 2023. We look forward to welcoming you…

Welcome to the Edinburgh community!

05 September, 2024

At the University of Edinburgh, being part of our community is about much more than academic life…

Arcadia celebrates 10 years caring for families

15 August, 2024

Arcadia Nursery is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a fun-filled day including a BBQ and a…

Collaborating to enhance literacy

09 July, 2024

The Craigmillar Literacy Trust is an important charity in Edinburgh that supports literacy skills…

Out and about at local festivals 

02 July, 2024

The Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability recently connected with the local…

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