We are delighted to invite you to the first-ever School of Education Alumni Networking event at The University of Buckingham – a special occasion to reconnect, celebrate (over 20 years!) and build new relationships within our community of educators.
This inaugural event brings together graduates from across the years to share stories, achievements, and ideas – and to rediscover the spirit that shaped your journey in education. Whether you’re near or far, we’d be honoured to welcome you back.
What to expect on the day
The day is packed with insightful talks and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow alumni. Here’s a quick overview of what you can look forward to:
Registration: Please head to the main entrance upon arrival to check in and receive your welcome pack. Registration will be open from 12.15pm to 12.30pm
Talks and Panels: You will be welcomed by our Dean of the School of Education, Professor Barnaby Lenon. There will be special guest speakers such as Professor Anthony O’Hear, who established The University’s first teacher’s training course back in 2002 and Professor Terence Kealey, the former Vice-Chancellor, who helped to build this entrepreneurial venture from the ground up.
Networking: We have dedicated lunch for networking where you can meet speakers and connect with other alumni.
Campus Tour: We will be providing a campus tour to close the event.
Speakers Lineup
Dr Terence Kealey was the vice chancellor of The University of Buckingham for 14 years from 2000 to 2014 and he was instrumental in encouraging innovation in existing Schools and creating new ones such as the flourishing School of Education, the London MA programs and the School of Medicine. An academic at heart, Dr Kealey is a renowned biochemist, an accomplished author, and a passionate advocate for education and academic freedom.
Professor Anthony O’Hear OBE is a distinguished figure in the world of philosophy and education, a renowned author and has served as Director of the Royal Institute of Philosophy for 25 years and editor of its journal Philosophy, from 1994 to 2019. He has been a government advisor on education to five secretaries of state for education. Anthony O’Hear is a long-serving Professor of Philosophy at The University of Buckingham and was the head of the School of Education.
Professor Barnaby Lenon CBE is the Dean of the Faculty of Education at The University of Buckingham. He recently received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Tes Schools Awards, held on 20 June. He has also written six books, including recently published ‘Much Promise’ about high-achieving state schools and ‘Other People’s Children’ about the least academic 50% in England.
Getting There
Directions: The venue is easily accessible by car and bus. You can find the location on Google maps.
Parking: Limited parking is available at Island car park, first come first served basis.
For those of you who have never set foot on Buckingham we will be offering private campus tours so please don’t miss it!
Please RSVP by 10 October by registering through Eventbrite.