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Indo-Caribbean people neglected in Windrush media coverage, expert says

According to research from Aurora Herrera, the omission diminishes the contributions of Indo-Caribbean migrants to British society

Irish Ambassador visits London Met’s Archive of the Irish in Britain

By Maria M Pedrosa

London Met welcomed Irish Ambassador Martin Fraser and key community leaders for a tour of its Archive of the Irish in Britain, celebrating a "living history" of resilience

Sentencing of first man under new harassment law fails to meaningfully protect women, expert says

Professor Fiona Vera-Gray, one of the UK’s leading feminist academics working on sexual violence, shares her thoughts on the new harassment law and the sentencing of David Stroud

London Met photography students transform everyday spaces into works of art

Exploring how humans connect to the world around us, the recent BA Photography exhibition sprawled across campus and showcased the exciting work of London Met students

Russian media censorship: The truth is coming out

Associate Professor Wendy Sloane on how cracks in Russia’s disinformation strategy are deepening as the war in Ukraine continues for the fifth year

London Met and XUPT launch joint master's programme in Business Information Technology

The joint master's is designed to develop future technology and business leaders from a range of sectors and backgrounds

London Met develops 3D project celebrating the legacy of the London Irish Women’s Centre

The project will mark 40 years since the London Irish Women’s Centre first opened

Five years of tree planting at Mudchute Farm

London Met marks a major sustainability milestone as it celebrates five years of tree‑planting at Mudchute Farm

Sandra Sinfield awarded Lifetime Achievement Award for her work in learning development

Sandra has been celebrated for her contributions to learning development and a career dedicated to widening access to higher education.

London Met wins national Academic Employability Award for authentic assessment excellence

London Metropolitan University is celebrating national success after winning the Authentic Assessment for Employability category at the Academic Employability Awards 2026

Congratulations to the winners of the Big Idea Challenge 2026

London Met’s brightest entrepreneurial talent took centre stage at this year’s Big Idea Challenge Awards

London Met student brings menstrual health education to Lagos's largest floating community

“My course facilitates discussions on critical theories and approaches that enable me to identify and address root causes of issues experienced by young women.”

London Met hosts celebration of Islington Anchor Institutions Network

Three years of collaboration between Islington's largest employers and public sector organisations was marked at an event on the Holloway Road campus.

London Met shortlisted for national Academic Employability Awards 2026

London Metropolitan University has been shortlisted in three categories at the Academic Employability Awards 2026

The Gift of Sid: Remembering Andrew Siddall

11 November 1965 to 23 November 2025

Students and colleagues reflect on his legacy as a transformative teacher and friend.

London Metropolitan University launches new scholarship to support UK citizens living abroad

London Metropolitan University has announced a new scholarship designed to support UK citizens living overseas to come to the UK to pursue higher education.

In Conversation with Meghna Ghai Puri

Meghna Ghai Puri reflects on female leadership, gender and age bias, emerging technologies in creative arts, and her school, Whistling Woods International

Remembering Professor Graham Smith

A founder of the UK’s first BSc Sports Therapy course and a tireless advocate for professional standards, Professor Smith leaves a lasting legacy

Guardian Great Joins London Met Journalism

Legendary former-Guardian Editor Alan Rusbridger is joining the BA Journalism teaching team. He’ll be leading a series of workshops with second-year students.

New theatre show receives praise for raising awareness of HIV

Tell Me, a new performance co-created by London Metropolitan University Professor Rishi Trikha, has received praise for raising awareness and challenging stigma around HIV.

London Met Journalism Newsweek panel: London nightlife - is it dying?

By Kim Tran and Molly Madden, third-year Fashion Marketing and Journalism students

London Met Academic Champions Urban Wildlife on BBC Radio 4’s Rare Earth

London Met sustainability expert shares insights on rewilding cities during BBC Radio 4’s environmental series

Smarter energy use powering London Met’s climate action

"By using technology and data in this way we can run our estate more intelligently, reduce our environmental impact and create better spaces for staff and students.”

Irish Nurses in the NHS Oral History Project Showcased in Hospital Exhibition

A portrait exhibition at the Whittington Hospital showcases Irish nurses who helped build the NHS, based on an oral history project led by London Met's Professor Louise Ryan.

New Study Explores Physical Interaction and Creativity in Neurodiverse Populations

£340,000 study investigates whether people with ADHD may have unique advantages in hands-on creative environments

Vitamin D Deficiency Widespread in South East London at Start of Pandemic

Research involving over 17,000 people found that more than half had insufficient vitamin D levels, with the highest rates among Black communities.

Child and Woman Abuse Studies Unit wins prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize

President Putin is not a loyal reader

Dr Wendy Sloane, Associate Professor of Journalism at London Met, discusses the future of The Moscow Times in a new article to be published December 1st in the British Journalism Review

London Met recognised for national leadership in disability inclusion

The university joins an elite group of organisations recognised for going beyond legal requirements to create inclusive workplaces and advance disability employment.

In Conversation with singer, songwriter and rapper Hak Baker

London Met sat down with Hak Baker to discuss the Rising Star Scholarship and what it means to him, his influences, his upcoming show and his dreams of giving back to young people.

That Boy: A Powerful Night of Dialogue, Film and Resistance

Powerful evening which focused on racism, radicalisation, and the difficult, yet necessary, path from hate to change.

Mental health champion completes fitness challenge in support of men’s wellbeing

London Metropolitan University's Head of Estates Operations, Tony Dow, has completed an intense physical challenge to highlight the stark realities of men's mental health in the UK.

Associate Professor Ricardo Barker reflects on co-creation, bias and the making of Mind The Gap

Interview with Associate Professor Ricardo Barker – Director of new film Mind The Gap

In Conversation with singer, songwriter, composer and cellist Ayanna Witter-Johnson

Singer, songwriter, composer and cellist Ayanna Witter-Johnson discusses the Rising Star Scholarship, university's impact, her advice for young artists and her upcoming shows.

London Met film wins Audience Choice Award at International Roma Film Festival

Film honoured with Audience Choice Award at prestigious AKE DIKHEA? International Roma Film Festival in Berlin

In Conversation with poet and rapper Dan Whitlam

We sat down with poet and rapper Dan Whitlam to talk about the Rising Star Scholarship, how university supported his dreams to write and perform, and his new book and upcoming tour.

London Met academics call for global biosecurity education

Call for international collaboration to enhance global biosecurity education and strengthen the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC)

Youth Studies student appointed Family Engagement Manager at Pentonville Prison

London Met student Leah Royal has secured a pivotal new role supporting families of those in custody, while completing the final year of her BSc (Hons) Youth Studies degree

London Met named runner-up for Social Inclusion in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide

London Met recognised for its outstanding commitment to diversity and widening participation

Expert comment: The battle for authenticity in the USA

Professor Andrew Moran, Head of Criminology, Sociology, Politics and International Relations at London Met, examines the state of authenticity in the USA

Biological Security Research Centre runs side event for diplomats and experts

London Met researchers advocate for best practice in biosecurity education at Biological Weapons Convention meeting in Geneva

Architectural practice led by London Met academic wins prestigious national award

Niwa House in Southwark has been named a 2025 RIBA National Award winner, placing it among the UK’s most acclaimed new buildings.

London Met Public art students funded to monitor exhibition

Audio-visual art exhibition generates funding from City of London Corporation

London Met lecturer awarded National Teaching Fellowship

Associate Professor Wendy Sloane receives National Teaching Fellowship from Advance HE for excellence in teaching and learning

London Met student who dreamt of studying electronics for 35 years graduates

Laszlo Budavari always dreamt of studying electronics but after 35 years, he thought it was only a pipe dream. Until one day, an advert on social media changed everything

London Met hosts sixth annual conference celebrating student and staff research

Professor Klaus Fischer, Head of the Graduate School, reports on this year's conference: 'Innovation and Community: Research for a Sustainable Future'.

Leila Hassan Howe headlines Black British History Event at London Met for NCCU Students

A powerful afternoon of cross-Atlantic exchange, storytelling, and reflection on Black British history

Dr Chris Morriss-Roberts awarded prestigious University Teaching Fellowship

The fellowship highlights Dr Morriss-Roberts’ impact as a teacher, advocate and leader in inclusive education and his commitment to developing excellence in others.

London Met sees year-on-year improvement in National Student Survey 2025

London Met celebrates increased results in all areas of the National Student Survey 2025

London Met marches with thousands in Pride parade

London Met staff and students, alongside LGBTQIA+ groups and allies, marched in solidarity with thousands of organisations and spectators celebrating Pride in London.

Arsenal gaygooners oral history project launches

By Wendy Sloane, Associate Professor of Journalism

An exhibition at London Met showcases the voices of LGBTQ+ Arsenal fans, sharing powerful stories of pride, identity and belonging in football.

Double win for London Met in design-research funding

Two new projects will explore sustainable urban living through rewilding and regenerative textiles.

London Met researcher awarded Leverhulme Trust Research Fellowship

Dr Craig Lundy has secured funding from the Leverhulme Trust for an ambitious research project on the idea of 'progress'.

International Partners Join Celebrations for Vice-Chancellor's Inauguration

Visiting representatives from universities and organisations across three continents gathered in London to mark the formal installation of Professor Julie Hall as Vice-Chancellor.

In today's uncertain world, we're missing vital biosecurity education

While no one may know what caused the Covid outbreak, Professor Lijun Shang of London Met believes the pandemic should be a defining wake-up call for the world.

Kevin Coutinho awarded MBE in King's Birthday Honours

London Met’s equality, diversity, and inclusion consultant named in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours List in recognition of a career dedicated to advancing inclusion.

Professor Louise Ryan named among top 0.5% of scholars worldwide

Latest recognition reflects Professor Ryan's exceptional scholarly output and influence, and work that demonstrates consistent academic leadership.

Development of vibrant new teaching spaces nears completion

A new video highlights the transformation of the university's School of Art, Architecture and Design, which will relocate to three purpose-designed sites later this year.

Sharon Lloyd features at major events on digital and education equity

From SXSW London to Universities UK’s national conference, Sharon Lloyd is helping shape conversations on equity, identity and inclusion, both within higher education and beyond it.

Professor Lynn Dobbs awarded OBE in King's Birthday Honours

Former Vice-Chancellor of London Metropolitan University recognised for decades of pioneering work in education, research and public service.

Support for our community following the Ahmedabad plane crash

Two new governors join London Metropolitan University's Board

Gerry McDonald CBE and Sanam Arora bring exceptional experience and insight to support the university's mission.

Keisha the Sket turns 20: Jade LB to reflect on viral legacy at London Met event

Author Jade LB will join safeguarding expert Jahnine Davis in conversation to mark two decades since her creation Keisha the Sket, first captivated young readers.

Q&A: Confronting Hate and Seeking Forgiveness in That Boy

Professor Michał Garapich, on what inspired That Boy, the risks involved, and what it reveals about extremism, reconciliation and the possibility of change

Alasdair MacIntyre – a pioneer remembered 

Dr Kelvin Knight remembers his London Met colleague, who passed away on 22 May 2025. 

London Met Design Research Wins Ecological Citizenship Funding

George Fereday, School of Art, Architecture and Design, leads collaborative project to enhance community engagement with urban woodland.

London Met Researchers Seek Participants for Nationwide Cyberharassment Study

A major new study is giving voice to those affected by cyberstalking and tech-enabled abuse and calling for participants to share their experiences.

London Met hosts Islington’s annual VCFSE Conference

The conference focused on Evidence, Impact, and Social Value for Islington’s Voluntary, Community, Faith, and Social Enterprise sector

London Met hosted Festive Community Christmas Lunch for Islington Residents

Last year, London Met students, staff, and community volunteers served up holiday spirit with a freshly cooked hot meal and raffle prizes at Highbury Canteen

London, let’s get rewild campaign launches

A brand new wildlife campaign for the capital, launched this week, will urge Londoners to let their gardens, patios or window boxes become a bit wilder.

London Met co-produces VCFSE strategy with Voluntary Action Islington and Islington Council

All three partners are committed to tackling inequalities and making a positive difference to people's lives

“I would say sorry”: Neo-Nazi and Roma attack victim come face-to-face

Groundbreaking film That Boy which explores themes of hate, forgiveness and radicalisation had a moving premiere at the European Parliament recently.

Celebrating Women’s Stories Through Special Collections

Elspeth Chapman shares how London Met’s Special Collections are preserving women's for future generations.

London Met hosts 40th anniversary celebration event of 'Journey to Jo'burg'

This event marked the milestone of this iconic children's novel and featured authors including Beverley Naidoo, Michael Rosen, and Darren Chetty.

Big Idea Challenge Bootcamp Showcases London’s Brightest Young Entrepreneurs

By Beatrice Morandi | Journalism BA