ARU in love

Did you know that the university cities where marriage is most on the cards are Cambridge and Chelmsford?*

Well, that’s no surprise to us given the many love stories that began right here on our campuses!

Our Valentine’s Day campaign #ARUInLove celebrates Love in Theory and Love in Practice. We're sharing alumni stories and fascinating research, from love in science to love in nature.

Discover more and get involved on social media: #ARUInLove.



#ARUInLove stories

17 years and counting

English graduates Ruth and Jon met in 1997, and recently celebrated their 17th wedding anniversary.

Going the distance

ARU graduates Rebecca and Ashley first met through the University's Dr Who Society.

A graduation proposal
ARU student Sarah became engaged at her graduation ceremony.

We have campuses in three historic cities that are full of stories. Many of these, of course, are love stories. ARU graduate and local historian, Tim Cook, gives us a peek into the life and loves of Elizabeth de Clare, founder of Cambridge's Clare College.

The science of attraction

Hear more from Viren

What is love, actually?

Professor Viren Swami, a social psychologist and expert on attraction, explores the psychology of love.

Read more about Viren's research into the science of attraction, or book to attend our free talk The Geography of Romance.

Love in the news




*According to a survey by the Student Room: https://tsrmatters.com/blog/one-fifth-of-british-students-meet-the-love-of-their-life-on-campus/.