April
University’s Green Spaces research recognised in national climate action campaign
A new environmental research study being conducted by academics from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ, focussing on access to green spaces, has been highlighted in Made At Uni’s latest campaign, ‘Climate Action’.
University to host radio stars for national Community Media Festival
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is getting ready to host the annual Community Media Association (CMA) Festival on 7th May, which is themed this year around celebrating inclusion within the industry.
Academics help validate new ‘long Covid’ treatment
A team of nutritional scientists, led by a visiting Professor from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ, has developed a capsule-form treatment which enhances the recovery of patients experiencing ‘long Covid’.
Student volunteers pledge to Keep Luton Tidy
A successful litter-picking drive was hosted by the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ as part of the ‘Keep Luton Tidy’ initiative, encouraging students to volunteer their time in helping the environment and to take pride in their surroundings.
PhD student highlights ways to encourage regional investment
A PhD student who is researching entrepreneurial finance is set to represent the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ at an upcoming webinar themed around the future of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc.
University & Council’s vaccination radio show nominated for award
A Covid-19 vaccination campaign created by the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has been nominated for a radio prize at the 2022 Amplify Awards.
Student midwife shortlisted for two Nursing Times awards
A third year student from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has been nominated in two prominent categories in this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards.
Philharmonia Orchestra to perform on campus
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is set to host a performance by the Philharmonia Orchestra based around their Hear & Now project – an award-winning intergenerational community project which has been running for more than ten years.
University kicks off Easter programme for local children
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ and the Level Trust have launched the SMASH Easter Roadshow to provide a fun, educational outlet during half term for children affected by poverty in Luton.
Children’s book about anxiety published by student
A third-year student at the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has written a picture book themed around anxiety, highlighting different coping methods which children can use to manage any worries they may have.