Welcome to the Institute for Policy and Engagement

The Institute's mission is to support the exchange of knowledge and ideas to enrich policy making, inspire people, support communities, transform lives and shape a better future.

Welcome to the Institute for Policy and Engagement

The Institute's mission is to support the exchange of knowledge and ideas to enrich policy making, inspire people, support communities, transform lives and shape a better future.

Events

The Institute for Policy and Engagement runs regular events that help connect policymakers and the public with the exciting research taking place.

If you have any suggestions for events you’d love to see us organising, or if you’re running an event where our research might make a contribution, please get in touch.

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Science Public Lectures

Festival of Science and Curiosity 2025

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Cosmic Titans Exhibition

Date: 25/01/2025 - 27/04/2025
Location:: Lakeside Arts
Description: This free exhibition unites art and science in a captivating exploration of the quantum universe, celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

Country lives: Exploring the English countryside from 1800

Date: 10/04/2025 - 21/09/2025
Location:: Lakeside Arts
Description: From 10th April to 21st September Lakeside Arts will be showcasing the Country lives exhibition, exploring how the English countryside has been depicted over the past 200 years, from idyllic scenes to the realities of rural life. Jointly curated by the University of Nottingham Libraries, Manuscripts and Special Collections, and Dr. Sarah Holland from the Department of History, the exhibition highlights the lasting impact the countryside has had on people throughout history.

Country lives: Exploring the English countryside from 1800

Date: 10/04/2025 - 21/09/2025
Location:: Lakeside Arts
Description: From 10th April to 21st September Lakeside Arts will be showcasing the Country lives exhibition, exploring how the English countryside has been depicted over the past 200 years, from idyllic scenes to the realities of rural life. Jointly curated by the University of Nottingham Libraries, Manuscripts and Special Collections, and Dr. Sarah Holland from the Department of History, the exhibition highlights the lasting impact the countryside has had on people throughout history.

CHAIN study information event

Date: 01/05/2025
Location:: Medical School Foyer, Queens Medical Centre
Description: The university is hosting a community outreach event to share information, research findings and opportunities with individuals in Nottinghamshire about the impacts of physical activity levels on healthy aging.

Public talk: The Kindness Fix

Date: 08/05/2025
Location:: A30 - Arts Centre Lecture Theatre
Description: Join us on 8th May for a conversation with Jason Wood, author of The Kindness Fix and Dean of Arts and Social Sciences at University of Nottingham Malaysia, exploring how compassion can help us to improve our politics, our social connections, and the help we give to those most in need.

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Being Human Festival 2025

Date: 06 - 15/11/2025
Description: Each year Being Human Festival invites researchers at universities and other research organisations to collaborate with local community and cultural partners to create exciting and engaging events and projects for all to enjoy. The festival coordinates hundreds of free events across the UK and beyond. Festival events aim to celebrate and demonstrate the ways in which the humanities inspire and enrich our everyday lives, help us to understand ourselves, our relationships with others, and the challenges we face in a changing world.

Changing rural landscape: A guided walk of University Park Campus

Date: 03/06/2025
Location:: University Park Campus
Description: Join Dr Sarah Holland, Associate Professor of History at the University of Nottingham for a guided walk around the historic University Park Campus. Using images and documents from the University of Nottingham's Manuscripts and Special Collections, this walk will explore the hidden histories still evident in the landscape and uncover some of the fascinating stories of people who lived and worked here over the last two centuries. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book in advance.

Green Hustle Festival

Date: 31/05/2025
Location:: Nottingham, Old Market Square, Various locations across Nottingham
Description: University of Nottingham is delighted to once again be supporting the Green Hustle Festival. Find out more!

Depictions of the English countryside in the 20th Century

Date: 20/05/2025
Location:: Lakesdie Arts
Description: As part of the Country Lives: Exploring the English Countryside from 1800 exhibition, Lakeside Arts is hosting a special talk with David Matless, Professor of Cultural Geography at the University of Nottingham.David will explore the depiction of the English countryside in the 20th century, revealing how representations of rural landscapes reflect deeper cultural and political themes about England as a nation. Spaces are limited, so be sure to book in advance.

Pint of Science 2025

Date: 19 - 21/05/2025
Description: This global festival showcases a world of science and curiosity that's all around us every day through fun and interactive events across Nottinghamshire.

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