Queen's partners in "world-leading" UK-wide collaboration to boost UK researchers
RESEARCH | 20 October, 2020
Queen's University is partnering in a major UK-wide collaboration that will shape the research leaders of the next generation.
Athena SWAN success for Queen's Schools in latest round of awards
RECOGNITION | 15 October, 2020
Four Queen's University Schools have been successful in the latest round of Athena SWAN awards, with a new Gold, two Silver renewals and a Bronze award.
Staff recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours List
RECOGNITION | 12 October, 2020
A long-serving member of Queen's staff has been honoured in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Queen's University Belfast wins two prestigious HR awards
RECOGNITION | 9 October, 2020
Queen's University Belfast has won two prestigious awards at the CIPD NI HR Awards 2020 at a remote ceremony on 1 October 2020.
Academic Progression
Staff Recognition | 9 October, 2020
Congratulations to the 174 members of staff who have progressed to a new grade/range in the Academic Progression 2020. They are:
Queen's Careers Service Recognised for Excellence as they Support Graduates through Covid-19
RECOGNITION | 30 September, 2020
The Careers Service at Queen's has been awarded an AGCAS Membership Quality Standard for their service to students and graduates, as the University climbs the Guardian League table to 11th in the UK for student employability.
Queen's wins prestigious national award for 'Best Race Initiative'
Diversity | 14 September, 2020
Queen's University's Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network, 'iRise', has won 'Best Race Initiative' at the Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Gala and Awards 2020.
Queen’s announce Oliver Jeffers, Marian Keyes, and Enda Walsh as the next Seamus Heaney Fellows
CULTURE & ARTS | 2 September, 2020
The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the appointment of Oliver Jeffers, Marian Keyes, and Enda Walsh as the Seamus Heaney Centre Fellows for 2020 – 21.
New Head of School of Mathematics and Physics
SCHOOLS | 24 August, 2020
Professor Mauro Paternostro took up the position of the new Head of the School of Mathematics and Physics in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences on 1 August 2020.
Seamus Heaney Centre announce inaugural Publishing Fellow
CULTURE & ARTS | 24 August, 2020
The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast is delighted to announce the appointment of Manuela Moser as their inaugural Publishing Fellow for 2020 – 21.
Queen’s nurse awarded highest honour from Royal College of Nursing
Nursing and Midwifery | 18 August, 2020
Dr Sonya Clarke, Senior Lecturer of Education within Children’s Nursing from the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen’s University Belfast has been awarded the prestigious Royal College of Nursing (RCN) Award of Merit for 2020.
The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s announce Laura Scott as the 2020 Poetry Prize winner
CULTURE AND ARTS | 2 July, 2020
The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the winner of the 2020 Poetry Prize for a First Collection, supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies.
Queen’s academic and graduates receive Fulbright Awards to research and teach in the US
11 June, 2020
Irish Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development Ciarán Cannon T.D. has announced the 2020-2021 cohort of Fulbright Irish Awardees at an online celebration today.
Queen's recognised by European Commission for commitment to supporting researcher career development
RECOGNITION | 4 June, 2020
Queen's University has again been recognised by the European Commission for its commitment to supporting the personal, professional and career development of our researchers.
TEDx Queen's University Belfast Goes Digital
27 May, 2020
Queen’s University Belfast has announced its line-up for the University’s first TEDx Digital event, set to air on 10 June 2020, and supported by corporate partner PWC.
Success for Queen’s Schools in latest round of Athena SWAN awards
Gender Equality | 18 May, 2020
Five Queen's University Schools have been successful in the latest round of Athena SWAN awards, adding to the growing number of these awards across the University.
Queen's community responds to DARO appeal to fund life-changing research for survivors of COVID-19
Queen's Community | 11 May, 2020
On Tuesday 5 May, Queen's University's Development and Alumni Relations Office launched an appeal to raise £50,000 to fund life-changing research to rehabilitate survivors of COVID-19.
Diversity and Inclusion Unit marks fifth year of QUB Inclusive Employment Scheme
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION | 11 May, 2020
The Diversity and Inclusion Unit has just marked its fifth year of our highly successful QUB Inclusive Employment Scheme in association with various Disability organisations.
Message from our Chancellor
Queen's Community | 29 April, 2020
WATCH: A video message from our Chancellor, Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton, to the Queen's community.
Queen's supports Research Development Concordat to improve research environment
RESEARCH SUPPORT | 3 March, 2020
Queen's University has signed the refreshed Researcher Development Concordat, demonstrating its continued commitment to supporting research staff.
Queen's Sport launches 'Sporting Leaders' qualification
STAFF DEVELOPMENT | 28 February, 2020
Queen's Sport have announced the initiation of a 'Sporting Leaders' qualification, created in partnership with the William J Clinton Leadership Institute at the University.
Dr Anita Sands delivered the Mary McAleese Diversity Lecture at Queen’s
SOCIETY | 13 February, 2020
Global technology and business leader Dr Anita Sands recently delivered the Queen’s Management School Mary McAleese Diversity Lecture, in association with the Chief Executives’ Club at Queen’s.
In Pictures: Staff Excellence Awards 2019
STAFF COMMUNITY | 11 February, 2020
Congratulations to all colleagues recognised in the Staff Excellence Awards 2019. The winners were announced at a gala ceremony on Friday 7 February in the Whitla Hall, hosted by Alexandra Ford.
Queen's honours former Vice-Chancellor in renaming ground-breaking Cancer Centre
Recognition | 4 February, 2020
On Tuesday 21 January, Queen's welcomed guests to a special evening event renaming its flagship Cancer Research facility to The Patrick G Johnston Centre for Cancer Research.
Michel Barnier delivers the William J. Clinton Leadership lecture at Queen's
UNIVERSITY NEWS | 28 January, 2020
Michel Barnier delivered the William J. Clinton Leadership lecture at Queen's University.
In Pictures: Chinese New Year launch celebrations at Queen's
QUEEN'S COMMUNITY | 22 January, 2020
Queen's staff and students came together on Monday 20 January to join in the launch of the University's Chinese New Year celebrations.
IN PICTURES: Queen's Fellowship Academy Launch Event
16 January, 2020
Queen's Fellowship Academy was launched at a special celebration event in the University's Canada Room/Council Chamber on Monday 13 January 2020.
In Pictures: Institutional and School of Pharmacy Athena SWAN Celebrations
Gender Equality | 10 January, 2020
Colleagues from across the University community came together on Thursday 9 January 2020 for our Institutional and School of Pharmacy Athena SWAN Celebration event.
Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton appointed Chancellor of Queen's University Belfast
University News | 2 January, 2020
Queen's University today announced the appointment of Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton as its new Chancellor.
Dr Leonard O’Hagan appointed to Pro-Chancellor on Queen’s University Senate
Senate | 17 December, 2019
Dr Leonard O'Hagan CBE DL has been appointed as a new Pro-Chancellor, and member of Senate, for Queen’s University Belfast.
In Pictures: Vice-Chancellor's Research Prizes 2019
Celebrating Excellence | 11 December, 2019
On Monday 9 December, the winners of the Vice-Chancellor's Research Prizes 2019 were announced in a special celebration event in Riddel Hall.
Queen’s signs the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment
UNIVERSITY NEWS | 9 December, 2019
Queen’s University has become a signatory of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA).
Professor Gerry Gormley is Queen's Alumni Volunteer of the Year
Recognition | 6 December, 2019
Professor Gerry Gormley, Clinical Professor in Simulation and Clinical Skills in the Centre for Medical Education, has been announced as Queen's Alumni Volunteer of the Year for 2019.
In Pictures: Celebrating our staff – 25 Years' Service Awards
Recognition | 18 November, 2019
Staff from across Queen's University Belfast came together on Wednesday 13 November for a special event in Riddel Hall to celebrate colleagues who have been a member of the Queen's family for a quarter of a century.
Anna Burns, Vahni Capildeo, and Jed Mercurio announced as the next Seamus Heaney Fellows
CULTURE AND ARTS | 29 October, 2019
The Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast has announced the appointment of Anna Burns, Vahni Capildeo, and Jed Mercurio as the Seamus Heaney Centre Fellows for 2019 – 20.
Queen's University's Susan Carlisle recognised with Cavell Nurses' Trust award
Recognition | 29 October, 2019
Susan Carlisle, a Lecturer (Education) in the School of Nursing and Midwifery, has been recognised with a Cavell Star Award for going above and beyond for every student and member of staff.
In Pictures: Queen's celebrates Ada Lovelace Day 2019
Events | 17 October, 2019
On Tuesday 8 October, staff and students across Queen's came together to celebrate Ada Lovelace Day 2019.
Queen's among top UK universities for gender equality practices
11 October, 2019
Queen's University Belfast is once again at the forefront of gender equality.
Universities come together to Pause, Connect and Reflect on World Mental Health
HEALTH | 10 October, 2019
To mark World Mental Health Day, Ulster University and Queen’s University Belfast are encouraging students and staff to take 30 minutes out of their day to Pause, Connect and Reflect.
Queen's celebrates its postdocs at Postdoc Showcase 2019
Recognition | 26 September, 2019
On Wednesday 18 September 2019, we celebrated our postdoctoral, early-career researchers at Queen's second Postdoc Showcase. The Showcase was part of Queen's programme of events recognising National Postdoc Appreciation Week 2019.
In Pictures: Queen's Technician Showcase
Recognition | 17 September, 2019
Queen's University Belfast's first Technician Showcase took place on Monday 9 September in the Ashby Building and School of Biological Sciences.
Queen's celebrates the work of technical staff with first University-wide Technician Showcase
Recognition | 17 September, 2019
As part of our continuing support of the Technician Commitment, Queen's University Belfast's first Technician Showcase took place on Monday 9 September in the Ashby Building and School of Biological Sciences.
In Pictures: Queen's staff take part in Belfast Pride Parade 2019
Diversity and Inclusion | 5 August, 2019
On Saturday 3 August, over 600 Queen's staff and students attended this year's Belfast Pride Parade to show their support for LGBT+ colleagues and the wider LGBT+ community, with many others showing their support on social media.
Campus Food and Drink's Gary Daly recognised as 'Rising Star' in prestigious TUCO Awards
Recognition | 8 August, 2019
Gary Daly, from Queen's University Belfast's Student Plus team, has scooped a coveted Rising Star award at the 2019 The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) Awards.
People and Culture team win Inspire Workplace Wellbeing Award for promotion of menopause awareness
Recognition | 2 July, 2019
The team behind Queen's University Belfast's Staff Wellbeing initiative have won the award for Excellence in an Outstanding Employee-Led Initiative at the Inspire Workplace Wellbeing Awards.
Professor Mauro Paternostro receives Royal Society Wolfson Fellowship
Recognition | 28 June, 2019
Professor Mauro Paternostro from the School of Mathematics and Physics has been announced as a recipient of the Royal Society Wolfson Fellowship 2018 Round Three.
Queen's Management School launches Annual Mary McAleese Diversity Lecture series
University News | 21 June, 2019
Former President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, today (Friday 21 June) launched the Queen’s Management School Annual Mary McAleese Diversity Lecture series during an event at Queen's University.
School of Psychology earns Silver Investors in People Award
Recognition | 20 June, 2019
In May 2019 the School of Psychology was awarded Silver accreditation by Investors in People.
Academic Promotions
Staff Recognition | 14 June, 2019
Congratulations to the 117 members of staff who have been promoted in the Academic Promotions Scheme 2019. They are:
Launch of Queen's new Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network 'iRise'
Diversity | 14 June, 2019
The official launch of Queen's University Belfast's first Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic ('BAME') and International Staff Network, known as 'iRise', took place on Wednesday 12 June.
Directorate of Academic and Student Affairs Recognised as an Investor In People
Recognition | 7 June, 2019
The Directorate of Academic and Student Affairs has been awarded accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating the Directorate's commitment to realising the potential of its people.
Queen's recognised at the Universities Human Resources (UHR) Awards 2019
Recognition | 30 May, 2019
Queen's University Belfast have won the award for Equality and Diversity at the Universities Human Resources (UHR) Awards 2019 in Manchester.
In Pictures: Staff and students enjoy a Purple Picnic for Mental Health Awareness Week 2019
Wellbeing | 15 May, 2019
Staff and students enjoyed a Purple Picnic in the Great Hall and quadrangle on Wednesday 15 May, as part of the programme for Mental Health Awareness Week at Queen's.
'Healthy. Connected. Well.': Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 at Queen's
Wellbeing | 13 May, 2019
Queen's University Belfast will this year partner with Action Mental Health to host Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 (Monday 13 May – Friday 17 May 2019), holding a range of events and talks for staff and students.
New Registrar and Chief Operating Officer takes up post
New Staff | 17 April, 2019
Joanne Clague took up the post of Registrar and Chief Operating Officer at Queen's University on Monday 15 April 2019.
Queen's University shortlisted for Wellbeing at Work award
Recognition | 11 April, 2019
Queen's University Belfast is among 10 companies shortlisted for a Wellbeing at Work Award as part of the Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland.
PRISM named 'Best LGBT Initiative': 2019 Legal Island Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Awards
Diversity and Inclusion | 10 April, 2019
Queen's University's LGBT+ Staff Network, 'PRISM', has been named 'Best LGBT Initiative' at the 2019 Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Awards.
Staff Survey 2019 now live
Have your say | 29 March, 2019
The 2019 Staff Survey launched on Friday 29 March 2019 and will be live for three weeks until Thursday 18 April.
QUILL celebrates two decades of addressing the most urgent technological challenges of our times
Impact | 29 March, 2019
Staff and students of the Queen’s University Ionic Liquid Laboratories (QUILL) celebrated the Centre's 20th anniversary this week.
People and Culture launch new Leadership and Management Framework
People and Culture |
A new Framework launched by People and Culture this week will ensure that our leaders at all levels are informed and equipped to lead with confidence.
Staff celebrate 20 years of DARO at Queen's
28 March, 2019
Staff in the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) are today celebrating the unit’s 20th anniversary.
In pictures: International Women's Day celebrated with Queen's Gender Initiative networking lunch
QUEEN'S WOMEN | 8 March, 2019
Queen's Gender Initiative brought female staff together for a networking lunch on Wednesday 6 March to celebrate International Women's Day 2019.
£150k investment announced to improve mental health services for students
UNIVERSITY NEWS |
A £150,000 investment to help enhance mental health services for students living in Belfast has been announced by Belfast HSC Trust, Queen's University and Ulster University.
Queen's Students' Union launches OMNI student Mental Health campaign
Student Wellbeing | 7 February, 2019
Queen's Students' Union has launched an ambitious new campaign to tackle mental health issues facing students.
QUEEN’S STAFF CELEBRATED IN 3RD ANNUAL STAFF EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Celebrating our People | 5 February, 2019
Congratulations to all the winners in the Staff Excellence Awards 2018. The winners were announced at a gala ceremony on Friday 1 February in the Whitla Hall, hosted by comedian and actor Tim McGarry.
Queen's University Belfast celebrates Gender Diversity Charter Mark Award
Diversity | 26 January, 2019
Queen's University Belfast has received a Women in Business Gender Diversity Charter Mark Bronze Award.
Human Resources becomes 'People and Culture' Directorate
People and Culture | 22 January, 2019
Queen's University Belfast's Human Resources Directorate has been renamed the People and Culture Directorate.
University shortlisted for three National Diversity Awards
Diversity and Inclusion | 22 January, 2019
Queen's University Belfast has been shortlisted in three categories in the 2019 Legal Island Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Gala & Awards 2019.
Queen's technicians gather for first cross-faculty Technician Commitment Event
Celebrating our staff | 11 January, 2019
Queen's University Belfast hosted its first Technician Commitment Event on Wednesday 9 January 2019, celebrating the unique expertise and contribution of its 240 technicians.
Joanne Clague appointed as Registrar and Chief Operating Officer
Appointments | 8 January, 2019
Queen’s University Belfast is pleased to announce the appointment of Joanne Clague as the next Registrar and Chief Operating Officer at the University.
Vice-Chancellor's Research Prizes 2018
Awards | 14 December, 2018
The winners of the Vice-Chancellor's Research Prizes 2018 were announced on Monday 10 December at an awards lunch hosted by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ian Greer.
Launch of LGBT+ Staff Network an important milestone for inclusive university community
Diversity and Inclusion | 14 November, 2018
The official launch of the University's LGBT+ Staff Network, PRISM, took place on Tuesday 13 November in the Naughton Gallery and was attended by the Vice-Chancellor, senior leaders and staff from across the University.
Academic Promotions
Staff Recognition | 24 July, 2018
Congratulations to the 56 members of staff who have been promoted in the Academic Promotions Scheme 2018. They are:
Summer Graduations 2018 – Behind the Scenes
Staff Recognition | 6 July, 2018
A look at some of the work that goes on behind the scenes at Summer Graduations:
Queen's hosts the British Shakespeare Conference
Cultural History | 21 June, 2018
The British Shakespeare Association Conference took place at Queen's from 14–17 June 2018.
Queen’s academic wins UK Rising Star award for work in science and engineering
Awards and Recognition | 19 June, 2018
Dr Geetha Srinivasan, Senior Research Fellow at Queen's University Ionic Liquid Laboratories (QUILL), has been announced as a winner in the WeAreTheCity Top 100 Rising Star awards in the Science & Engineering category.
Queen's welcomes the 2018 NAFA UK Study Tour
International Engagement | 15 June, 2018
Queen's University today (Friday, 15 June) welcomed the National Association of Fellowship Advisors (NAFA) on their Study Tour of the UK.
National recognition for Queen's Equality and Diversity Champions
Equality and Diversity | 24 April, 2018
On Friday 23 March 2018, the winners of the Northern Ireland Equality and Diversity Awards were announced at Titanic Belfast and it was a night of celebration for the University which collected two awards for its work in this field.
'People First' – Queen's People and Culture Strategy
Human Resources | 24 April, 2018
'People First', Queen's People and Culture Strategy – launched at an All Staff Event on Tuesday 27 March – aims to support the delivery of the Corporate Plan's strategic priorities through its key influencers, the people of Queen's.
QUEEN’S RECOGNISED FOR SUPPORTING RESEARCHER CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Awards and Recognition | 13 April, 2018
Queen's has been recognised again by the European Commission for its commitment to supporting the personal, professional and career development of its researchers.
Staff Excellence Award Winners Announced
People and Culture | 7 February, 2017
Congratulations to all the winners in the Staff Excellence Awards 2017.
Queen's University shortlisted for national diversity awards
Diversity and Inclusion | 10 January, 2018
The new year brought good news for the University, which has been shortlisted for a number of national diversity awards.
Queen’s researchers honoured by Royal Astronomical Society
Awards | 16 January, 2018
Two Queen’s University Belfast researchers are set to receive prestigious awards from the Royal Astronomical Society (RAS).
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES SEAMUS HEANEY CENTRE FELLOWS
People and Culture | 24 January, 2018
The Seamus Heaney Centre for Poetry at Queen's has announced the appointment of Jo Baker, Doireann Ní Ghríofa, and Peter Wilson, who performs as Duke Special, as the first Seamus Heaney Centre Fellows.
QUEEN’S ACADEMICS RECOGNISED IN VICE-CHANCELLOR’S RESEARCH PRIZES
Core Values | 6 December, 2017
Four world-class researchers at Queen’s University have been recognised for the positive impact of their work at the Vice-Chancellor’s Research Prizes 2017.
Queen’s composer’s prestigious award is music to the ears
People and Culture | 16 November, 2017
Queen’s composer Professor Piers Hellawell has been awarded a Major Individual Award (MIA), the highest honour bestowed by the Arts Council.
All Staff Event
People and Culture | 11 April, 2017
Over 1,200 staff attended the all-staff events on Wednesday, 4 October 2017 during which the new brand identity was unveiled.
Human Resources Directorate
Restructuring
People and Culture | 15 September, 2017
Top graduate awarded new PhD studentship
People and Culture | 31 August, 2017
Queen's academic appointed to UK equality panel
People and Culture | 2 June, 2017
Professor of Comparative Politics in the School of HAPP and Director of Queen’s Gender Initiative, Yvonne Galligan has been appointed to a prestigious UK body established to promote equality and diversity in academia.
HR scoops top awards
People and Culture | 28 June, 2017
All Staff Events
People and Culture | 11 April, 2017
A series of all staff events took place on Wednesday, 29 March 2017 to launch the Corporate Plan for 2016 – 2021 and provide further details on the next steps in the Staff Survey.
Queen's wins major equality award
People and Culture | 4 April, 2017
Queen’s University has beat off competition from major employers across Northern Ireland to win an award for promoting best practice in equality and diversity.
Queen's promoting inclusive employment
People and Culture | 14 March, 2017
The Equality and Diversity Unit is marking the third year of the successful Queen's University Inclusive Employment Scheme.
Staff Excellence Awards a big winner!
People and Culture | 7 February, 2017
Congratulations to all of the winners in the Staff Excellence Awards.
Staff survey update
People and Culture | 22 March, 2017
Following the results of the first all Staff Survey in April 2016 and the subsequent Listening Exercise, a comprehensive action planning process has been taken forward by Schools and Directorates.