1826day.year
University College London is founded as University of London.
University College London, founded under the name University of London, is established, paving the way for a more inclusive higher education model.
Founded on February 11, 1826, University College London began its journey as the University of London.
It was one of the first institutions in England to admit students regardless of religious beliefs.
The college championed merit-based admission and academic excellence, breaking the Anglican monopoly on higher learning.
Over time, it evolved into a world-renowned research university with a diverse student body.
Its establishment reshaped British higher education and set a global standard for inclusivity.
1826
University College London
University of London
1906day.year
Pope Pius X publishes the encyclical Vehementer Nos.
Pope Pius X issues the encyclical Vehementer Nos. in 1906, condemning modernist interpretations within the Catholic Church.
On February 11, 1906, Pope Pius X promulgated Vehementer Nos., an encyclical strongly denouncing modernist theology and biblical criticism. The document asserted the Church's authority in interpreting Scripture and condemned any approach that undermined traditional teachings. It reflected deep concerns over intellectual movements that sought to reconcile faith with contemporary scientific and historical methods. Vehementer Nos. influenced Catholic education and reinforced doctrinal orthodoxy across seminaries and universities. The encyclical also set the stage for later Vatican actions against modernism, shaping the Church's stance throughout the 20th century.
1906
Pope Pius X
Vehementer Nos
1990day.year
Nelson Mandela is released from Victor Verster Prison outside Cape Town, South Africa after 27 years as a political prisoner.
In 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from Victor Verster Prison after 27 years as a political prisoner, marking a turning point against apartheid.
On February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from Victor Verster Prison near Cape Town after 27 years of incarceration.
Mandela had been imprisoned for his role in the African National Congress's anti-apartheid activities.
His release followed massive international pressure and secret negotiations with South African President F.W. de Klerk.
Mandela emerged as a symbol of freedom and reconciliation for both black and white South Africans.
His return spurred momentum toward dismantling apartheid and drafting a new democratic constitution.
Four years later, he became South Africa's first black president in the country’s first multiracial elections.
1990
Nelson Mandela
Victor Verster Prison
Cape Town
2015day.year
A university student was murdered as she resisted an attempted rape in Turkey, sparking nationwide protests and public outcry against harassment and violence against women.
On February 11, 2015, a Turkish university student was murdered after resisting an attempted rape, igniting nationwide protests against violence toward women.
On February 11, 2015, a female student at a university in western Turkey was fatally stabbed after fighting off an assailant who attempted to rape her. Her death ignited widespread outrage over gender-based violence in Turkey, leading to protests and vigils across the country. Women’s rights groups and activists demanded stronger laws and better enforcement to protect vulnerable individuals. Social media campaigns and hashtags expressing solidarity flourished, amplifying calls for justice. The incident prompted the Turkish government to review existing legislation and strengthen measures against domestic abuse and sexual violence.
2015
murdered
Turkey
violence against women