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University hosts AI-themed learning event for local businesses
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ, in partnership with Central Bedfordshire and West Northamptonshire Councils, recently hosted the ‘AI-Powered Growth’ event, aimed at equipping local businesses with the knowledge and tools necessary to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) for sustainable growth and innovation.

University partners with Luton Council for new AI project to support local businesses
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has partnered with Luton Council to launch an innovative AI transformation initiative aimed at supporting local businesses in adopting artificial intelligence technology.

ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ celebrates female students for International Women’s Day
To mark International Women’s Day (8 March), the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is proudly spotlighting some of its inspirational female students who have made remarkable achievements in their studies and contributions to their communities.

Students gain hands-on experience using ‘SIM Street’ for missing person training exercise
Students from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ recently participated in a real-world learning exercise based on a missing persons scenario, utilising the University’s newly opened state-of-the-art ‘SIM Street’.

The Duke of Gloucester visits the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ’s ‘SIM Street’
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ was delighted to welcome His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester KG GCVO for a tour of its newly opened Faculty of Health & Social Sciences ‘SIM Street’.

University event examines the criminal justice system and motherhood
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ recently hosted a conference exploring what it means to be a pregnant woman or mother within the criminal justice system, bringing together experts and students to discuss a wide range of issues and their impact.

Bedfordshire academic celebrates pandemic-inspired book launch
An academic from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is set to launch her brand new book, exploring Black creative expression during the Covid-19 pandemic, with a special event on campus as part of the Changemakers series.

ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ launches new & improved student app
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is excited to unveil its brand new MyBedsLife student app, redesigned with student feedback to offer students a more personalised, seamless, and user-friendly experience.

Bedfordshire PhD graduate awarded prestigious dissertation prize
A PhD graduate from the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ has been named the recipient of the Jacqueline Ross TOEFL Dissertation Award, one of the most prestigious PhD accolades in the field of language testing.

University holds events to celebrate LGBT+ History Month
This February, the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is celebrating LGBT+ History Month with a series of events around campus. Highlights include an inspiring talk from an award-winning author sharing his journey, along with a variety of interactive activities hosted by the Students’ Union.

University celebrates student success for National Apprenticeship Week
To mark National Apprenticeship Week (10 – 16 February 2025), the ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ is celebrating the success of its apprentices and the strength of its employer partnerships across the region.

Local college students host takeover shows on University radio station
The ÑÇÉ«ÊÓƵ recently opened its doors to local college students as Barnfield College learners took over the airwaves at the on-campus community radio station, Radio LaB.