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in 1954, Sir Roger Bannister set a new world mile record of 3 minutes 59.4 seconds at the Iffley Road Sports Track.

It was the first mile ever run under 4 minutes.

🎬 | BBC Archive

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Sir Thomas Bodley’s motto was 'Quarta perennis'.

Which means 'The fourth will last forever' - referring to the Bodleian being the 'fourth' library built in Oxford.

It could arguably be read as...'May the fourth last forever.'

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Sir Thomas Bodley’s motto was 'Quarta perennis'. Which means 'The fourth will last forever' - referring to the Bodleian being the 'fourth' library built in Oxford. It could arguably be read as...'May the fourth last forever.' Happy #StarWarsDay! #MayThe4th 📷| @bodleianlibs
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On 6 May 1954, Roger Bannister ran the first sub four-minute mile at the Iffley Road track, Oxford.

This weekend and Bank Holiday Monday, to mark the 70th anniversary, drop into the Weston Library for a display of never-before-seen highlights from the archive of Sir Bannister!

On 6 May 1954, Roger Bannister ran the first sub four-minute mile at the Iffley Road track, Oxford. This weekend and Bank Holiday Monday, to mark the 70th anniversary, drop into the Weston Library for a display of never-before-seen highlights from the archive of Sir Bannister!
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Today we celebrated a new milestone for the Schwarzman Centre!

The Centre, which began construction in January 2023, has reached its highest point and was commemorated with a 'topping out' ceremony.

Find out more about the ceremony here: humanities.ox.ac.uk/article/toppin…

Today we celebrated a new milestone for the Schwarzman Centre! The Centre, which began construction in January 2023, has reached its highest point and was commemorated with a 'topping out' ceremony. Find out more about the ceremony here: humanities.ox.ac.uk/article/toppin…
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NEW: A landmark study by scientists at Oxford University, have unveiled crucial insights into the way that COVID-19 vaccines mitigate severe illness in those who have been vaccinated.

More info ⬇️
ox.ac.uk/news/2024-05-0…

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NEW: A study led by Oxford EarthSciences and Agile Initiatives could change Earth system models used to predict future climate change - reducing the time taken to simulate these models from several months to under a week.

More info ⬇️
ox.ac.uk/news/2024-05-0…

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Join us for a thrilling fortnight of music, dance, theatre & creative workshops from 24 May-5 June as we celebrate the global legacy of Franz Kafka.

In partnership with Bodleian Libraries Oxford Kafka

Booking now open: oxfordculturalprogramme.org.uk/whats-on/
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🎥 The next event in our Festival of Global Health film series is Silent Pandemic – a documentary highlighting the threat of .💊🦠

The film will be followed by a panel discussion of experts, and social event with food provided.🍕

This event is free and open…

🎥 The next event in our Festival of Global Health film series is Silent Pandemic – a documentary highlighting the threat of #antibioticresistance.💊🦠 The film will be followed by a panel discussion of experts, and social event with food provided.🍕 This event is free and open…
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Leaving University of Oxford this year? 🎓

Join the Leavers' Fair! It's a chance to pick up your My Oxford Card (aka alumni card), find out how to stay connected, grab some freebies and join the Oxford University Alumni community! 🙌

🗓️ 11-13 June
📍 Oxford Town Hall
🔗 alumni.ox.ac.uk/leavers-fair

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Dr Ashwin Jainarayanan has been selected to become a 2024 Schmidt Science Fellow – an honour bestowed on only 32 exceptional early career researchers worldwide.

Congratulations, Dr Jainarayanan 👏
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NEW: A first-of-its-kind study led by Oxford has successfully investigated human immunity vs in people who already have antibodies against it.

The results suggest that previous infection, together with vaccination, offers strong protection.
ox.ac.uk/news/2024-05-0…

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🦖'Remember what happened to the dinosaur!'

This mysterious dinosaur graffiti on Blackhall Road behind Keble's Newman Quad since the early 70’s has - quite mysteriously - had a fresh repaint...

Who's the culprit? 🧑‍🎨

[Image by Lodge Supervisor, Ricardo Paulino]

🦖'Remember what happened to the dinosaur!' This mysterious dinosaur graffiti on Blackhall Road behind Keble's Newman Quad since the early 70’s has - quite mysteriously - had a fresh repaint... Who's the culprit? 🧑‍🎨 [Image by Lodge Supervisor, Ricardo Paulino]
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Today marks one year since @uniofoxford was officially recognised as a University of Sanctuary. 💙

The status recognises Oxford’s continued determination and initiatives to aid sanctuary seekers. Read more: ox.ac.uk/about/organisa…

Mansfield College, University of Oxford
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City of Sanctuary UK 🧡

Today marks one year since @uniofoxford was officially recognised as a University of Sanctuary. 💙 The status recognises Oxford’s continued determination and initiatives to aid sanctuary seekers. Read more: ox.ac.uk/about/organisa… @MansfieldOxford @SomervilleOx @CityofSanctuary
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Magdalen College choir singing at 6 o'clock this morning from the top of the Great Tower.
Happy May Day!

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