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On 17th July 100 guests attended a drinks reception at the House of Lords hosted by Lord Kestenbaum, an honorary graduate of the University. The prestigious invite-only event brought together staff, students, alumni, honorary graduates and friends of the University to celebrate our 150th anniversary.

Lord Kestenbaum opened the evening with a welcome address, before Vice-Chancellor Professor Wendy Purcell talked about exciting recent developments including the brand new state-of-the-art marine building, and thanked all supporters of the University.