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Liverpool John Moores University (abbreviated LJMU) is a public research university in the city of Liverpool, England. The university can trace its origins to the Liverpool Mechanics' School of Arts, established in 1823. This later merged to become Liverpool Polytechnic.
Sir John Moores CBE (25 January 1896 – 25 September 1993) was an English businessman, telegraphist, football club owner, politician and philanthropist, most famous for the founding of the now defunct Littlewoods retail and football pools company. Liverpool John Moores University is named in his honour.
It showcased moving stories of sisterhood and camaraderie, which created friendships that last to this very day. LJMU is proudly named in honour of Sir John Moores, a successful businessman who founded Liverpool’s famous Littlewoods retail and football pools company.
Discover the history of Liverpool John Moores University, find out when we were founded, and explore our development, expansion and notable achievements!
Within our five faculties, our research is influencing policymakers, improving people’s lives and finding solutions to the problems of the 21st century. Discover more about the uni including our vision and values and our mission and strategy. Explore our structure, governance and public information.
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Mar 17, 2010 · One of the country's most prestigious arts prizes, its namesake - Sir John Moores CBE - was a well known British businessman and philanthropist. His legacy is knitted into the fabric of 21st...
