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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 2d

Are you new to the Annual Conference? Register for our Newcomers' welcome event on Tuesday 1 September for a chance to meet the Conference Chair and tour the conference sites 👇 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18YxGRTMryoakclwxpPI0FZ9fZW5mxTYoqsk_YhCcn7E/viewform?edit_requested=true #RGSIBG26

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 5d

⭐ Monthly publication highlights - explore the latest research published across our four journals: In Area - Gandy : https://ow.ly/Ujww50ZyWzO In TIBG - Anderson et al. : https://ow.ly/RKF450ZyWzP In Geo - Bell et al. : https://ow.ly/zJw650ZyWzQ In GJ - Lloyd et al. : https://ow.ly/gKzr50ZyWzN

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Map showing spatial patterns of multiple deprivation across England from 2004 to 2025 using English Indices of Deprivation data.

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 10d

In case you missed it! Our latest Geography for All summer mailer is out. Catch up on the latest updates, opportunities and resources from our programme supporting underrepresented students. Sign up below to receive future updates straight to your inbox👇 https://ow.ly/KSS350ZxGkv

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 22d

Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit to this year's undergraduate dissertation prizes👏 Great to see such an amazing range of topics and approaches across submissions to the 29 RGS-IBG and Research Group prizes. Stay tuned for more details about those successful later in the year.

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 25d

Earlier this month, we were delighted to attend this year's Equator Research School at Sheffield Hallam University. It was a fantastic opportunity to support and connect with the next generation of researchers working towards equity in environmental research. Learn more👇 https://ow.ly/y3CR50ZqMeW

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· 26d

🎊Congratulations to CDA student Catriona Sharples for passing her viva. Based at the University of Warwick in partnership with the Society and Kew Gardens, Catriona's PhD project has focused on the role of the West India Regiments in projects of circum-Atlantic colonial science.

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jul 13

📢 Geography postgraduates: our new Postgraduate LinkedIn Group is now live! Connect with researchers, share ideas, seek advice, and discover opportunities in a supportive network for geography and related disciplines. Join the community 👇 https://ow.ly/Kzee50ZlrGZ

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jul 13

Following recent elections, we’re delighted to welcome our new members to the Research and Higher Education Committee for 2026-27!

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jul 6

Check out this month’s highlights for a snapshot of research published across our journals in June👇 GJ - Wilson et al.: https://ow.ly/YJhw50ZjxJz GEO - Uribe-Albornoz & Talbot: https://ow.ly/UEgi50ZjxJL TIBG - Jeffrey et al.: https://ow.ly/s2Y450ZjxKl AREA - Yu et al.: https://ow.ly/R6LO50Zjx2v

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jul 2

There's still time to sign up for Whose Earth? Whose Future? Reimagining Tools for Planetary Justice. Join this year's Fi Wi Road cohort and the British Society for Geomorphology this Monday to explore new ways of understanding our relationship with Earth. Register here👇 https://ow.ly/o05P50ZiGwQ

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 30

Earlier this month, we joined the Visualising Racial and Social Justice Symposium at the London College of Communication. A student-led event, it showcased the power of storytelling, creative practice and lived experience in driving equity and social change. Learn more 👇 https://ow.ly/iPR450ZfUTB

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 29

Are you a postgraduate attending our Annual International Conference for the first time? Join our upcoming webinar for practical advice on how to make the most of your time at the conference. 📆 Tuesday 7 July Register 👇 https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/taking-part-rgs-annual-conference

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 18

Welcoming the sixth Fi Wi Road cohort! 🎉 Earlier this month, our 2026 Fi Wi Road interns joined us at the Society for their onboarding. Their two-day visit included a behind-the-scenes building tour and the start of conference planning. Follow their journey here 👇 https://ow.ly/nJ4s50Z9MSI

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 17

💻 Join the Society’s Geography Career Hub and Opportunities group on LinkedIn We share posts highlighting geography career pathways, insights from graduates and professionals, and resources to support university study and research. Join the community 👇 https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13090096/

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 11

Happy Social Mobility Day! 🎉 Our Geography for All resource directory highlights scholarships, internships, skills programmes and career pathways for underrepresented students. Know something we should feature? Get in touch at geogforall@rgs.org. Find support here👇 https://ow.ly/Q5jP50Z71Ft

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 10

🌍 Know undergraduates curious about disasters and risk management? In this webinar, hear from expert speakers as they discuss disaster preparedness and risk reduction, covering natural and man-made hazards, political risks, pandemics, and complex emergencies. Register 👉https://ow.ly/avTc50Z8I7A

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 9

Editor vacancies 📢 We are looking for two new editors to join Geo: Geography and Environment and one new editor to join TIBG. ⏰ Deadline: Tuesday 30 June. Find out more and apply: https://www.rgs.org/about-us/our-work/latest-news/editorial-roles-available-at-society-journals

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· Jun 4

Every month we spotlight papers from across the Society’s journals, capturing the latest in geographical research. Explore May’s highlights. 👇 Dobson: https://ow.ly/XAlo50Z5vVP Fitzmaurice: https://ow.ly/KYiX50Z5vQQ Mosso et al.: https://ow.ly/nPAE50Z5vQN Davies et al.: https://ow.ly/Ufku50Z5vQM

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 28

Earlier this month, we attended 'This is My Environmental Journey' (TIMELY), a creative exhibition at the University of Warwick. Through art-based storytelling and lived experiences, TIMELY celebrates non-linear pathways into environmental science. Learn more 👇 https://ow.ly/8wMe50Z2N2a

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 28

Authors writing in TIBG no longer have to include reference lists within the 10,000-word limit. Read the latest editorial - Citational Politics in Transactions - which lays out the reasons for this change, inviting authors to reflect on their own citational practice 👇 https://ow.ly/zJTE50Z4lxV

Editorial page from Transactions of the Institute of British Geographers discussing changes in citation policies and practices.

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 21

Join us for the launch reception of Laurie Parsons's new book 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘏𝘦𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘺: 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘦, in the RGS-IBG Book Series. 📆 Thursday 28 May, 6.30pm-9.00pm 📍 RGS-IBG, London Register to attend: https://ow.ly/igbC50Z25G5 LSE Press

Announcement for the book launch of Climate Hegemony by Laurie Parsons at the Royal Geographical Society on May 28, 18:30-21:00.

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 20

Earlier this month, we visited the Geography Department at Brunel University London to share the Society’s work supporting students. From first-year poster presentations to careers support, it was great to connect with students and staff. We’re looking forward to seeing where we head next!

RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 19

Busy in the building today! We're delighted to be hosting an event with the Network Plus: Shifting Global Polarities team today at the Society, bringing together the UK's leading experts & research centres to investigate the future of language-based areas studies. Learn more: ow.ly/xza250Z1aKE

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The recipients of this year's Honorary Fellowships from the academic community are Professor Martin Evans, Professor Giles Foody and Professor David Richards @davidr1chards.bsky.social. @geogdurham.bsky.social @uniofnottingham.bsky.social @bristoluni.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The recipient of the 2026 Area Prize for the best paper written by an early-career scholar is Madelaine Joyce @maddiejoyce.bsky.social. @rhulgeography.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The Alfred Steers Prize is awarded for the best overall dissertation in a UK geography department. This year's recipient is William Fricker. @uniofnottingham.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The recipient of the 2026 Taylor and Francis Award for excellence in the promotion and practice of teaching and learning in Higher Education is Dr Amber Murrey @ambermurrey.bsky.social. @oxfordgeography.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

Dr Jonathan Westaway @jonwestaway.bsky.social is this year's recipient of the Geographical Engagement Award which recognises excellence in public engagement in relation to geographical issues and/or geography through the media, design or other means. @unilancashire.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The recipients of this year's Gill Memorial Award for the encouragement of geographical research in early career researchers are Dr Filip Biljecki (National University of Singapore) and Dr Zoë Thomas @climate-zoe.bsky.social. @unisouthampton.bsky.social

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RGS-IBG Higher Ed@rgs-ibghe· May 12

The 2026 recipient of the Cuthbert Peek Award is Professor Larissa Naylor @shoreshapers.bsky.social. This award recognises work which advances geographical knowledge of human impact on the environment through the application of contemporary methods. @uofgges.bsky.social