October
Radio LaB nominated at Student Radio Awards 2023
Celebrations are in order at Radio LaB – the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s community radio station – as the station has been nominated for another coveted award, this time at the Student Radio Awards (SRAs).
Racing driver uses University facilities to prepare for Formula 1 session debut
Junior racing driver Frederik Vesti has been making the most of the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s Human Performance Centre (HPC) to help prepare him for his Formula 1 debut during Free Practice 1 at the upcoming Mexican Grand Prix.
University showcases rising entrepreneurs
Local businesswoman Melissa Mason was awarded a one-year membership to the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce for her work self-publishing educational children’s books at a Dragon’s Den-style pitching competition hosted by the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ.
Graduate start-ups & community engagement celebrated in latest KEF results
Research England has unveiled this year’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) results which confirm that the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ performed strongly in a number of key areas, including support for graduate start-ups and local and regional community engagement.
Radio LaB celebrates Community Radio Awards nominations
Radio LaB, the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ's on-campus community radio station, is celebrating after being nominated for two Community Radio Awards (CRAs).
University celebrates Black History Month
Students and staff at the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ are hosting a number of insightful and entertaining events throughout October to celebrate Black culture, heritage and community as part of Black History Month 2023.
ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ appoints new Executive Dean of Health & Social Sciences
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has announced the appointment of Dr Alison Tresidder as the new Executive Dean of the Faculty of Health and Social Sciences.
Doreen Lawrence delivers an inspiring lecture about a ‘legacy of change’
Doreen Lawrence, Baroness Lawrence of Clarendon, OBE was welcomed to the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ to deliver a free public lecture about her life and career, honouring her 30-year-long campaign for justice and equality following the racist murder of her son, Stephen, in London in 1993.
Last chance to view creative student work on public display
There’s not long left to visit an exhibition of work created by students from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ, which is on display to the public until Friday 6th October.
Rugby World Cup 2023: Academic experts for press commentary
During this year's Rugby World Cup (September – October 2023), the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is shining a spotlight on academics who have expertise in sports, including culture, fitness, coaching and fandom – all relevant to the tournament.
Bedfordshire celebrates National Inclusion Week
Throughout National Inclusion Week (25th – 29th September), the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ held a series of special events for students and staff to mark the week and celebrate Bedfordshire being a diverse place to study and work.