2020

Wed 25 November, 2020
University hosts drop-in session for Estranged Students

As part of National Estranged Students Solidarity Week, the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is aiming to spread awareness of estrangement and highlight how its staff can support students who have no home-based support whilst studying.

Tue 24 November, 2020
Beds alumnus and lecturer nominated for Community Radio Awards

A ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ graduate and a prominent member of staff – along with his seven-year-old daughter – have been nominated for Community Radio Awards after emerging as frontrunners from over 460 entries.

Fri 20 November, 2020
University event to explore how Covid-19 has changed public perception of carers

The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s popular Beds Talks series returns in virtual form with an event hosted by the Institute for Health Research that will focus on the role of carers in the community.

Wed 18 November, 2020
Graduates praise access to University’s ISPAR Conference platform

Graduates from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ have reflected on the value of having access and being able to contribute to the popular annual School of Sport & Physical Activity’s ISPAR conferences.

Wed 18 November, 2020
Over 250 school pupils look to their future with Aspire Higher

The Universities of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Northampton have celebrated another successful instalment of their collaborative Aspire Higher project.

Mon 16 November, 2020
£50k Occupational Therapy suite opens at Luton campus

A brand new simulation facility has been unveiled at the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ to help train and develop the next generation of ‘home grown’ occupational therapists for the region.

Wed 11 November, 2020
ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ academic helps trial pioneering PPE beard technique for healthcare staff

US Vice-President Elect, Kamala Harris, has inspired a research team led by Professor Gurch Randhawa from ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ and Dr Rajinder Pal Singh to promote an innovative beard covering technique, called ‘Singh Thattha’, which enables bearded individuals to wear a respirator mask without the need for shaving.

Tue 10 November, 2020
University to mark Armistice Day with virtual services

The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is inviting staff, students and the community to observe a two-minute silence as part of its Remembrance Day services this year.

Tue 10 November, 2020
University hosts STEM Week to inspire next generation of students

Local schools and budding scientists are being invited to explore the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s virtual STEM Week.

Mon 09 November, 2020
Community Covid testing centre opens at University’s Bedford Campus

A new Covid19 facility has opened at the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ, expanding the local testing capacity for anybody in the borough who needs a test.

Mon 09 November, 2020
Students take part in socially distant workshop with TV Soap director

During the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s first term back since the disruption of Covid19, freelance director and actor, Rick Platt, spent the day running screen acting masterclasses for Media Performance students.

Mon 02 November, 2020
Nominations still open for Luton’s ‘unsung heroes’ awards

With the pandemic forcing Luton’s Best Awards to be postponed until 2021, the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ hopes to encourage locals, staff and students to carry on nominating their community stars.