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1951
The Queen ( latterly known as the Queen Mother ) formally opened University College of North Staffordshire .
George Eason became the first recipient of a degree from Keele .
1960
1962
The full University charter was awarded by Queen Elizabeth II , meaning the institution was officially known as the ‘ University of Keele ’. Princess Margaret , Countess of Snowdon was appointed Keele ’ s first Chancellor and remained so until 1986 .
‘ University of Keele ’
1969
Two students from Keele scooped an exclusive interview with John Lennon and Yoko Ono – and even got a lift from the station in the Beatle ’ s mini !
Early 1968
Little known conceptual band Pink Floyd play in the Ballroom .
A pioneering student counselling service
Early 1968
A quartet of Keele students went on University Challenge – and won !
Mid 1962
Audrey Newsome arrived at Keele and was a pioneer in creating a student counselling service , a concept which is now commonplace across UK universities .
2010
2012
The Forest of Light was installed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of our Royal Charter .
2019
Honorary graduate Sir David Attenborough visits Keele to open our new science facilities and deliver his 70th anniversary talk .
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