March

Tue 25 March, 2014
People with dementia need “to be listened to”

A LEADING evidence-based researcher has called for people with dementia “to be listened to” in order to “revolutionise” services.

Tue 25 March, 2014
Ex-World Boxing Champion helps students focus on their goals

FORMER World Boxing Champion and inspirational speaker Billy Schwer (pictured) led students at a motivational session at the University of Bedfordshire.

Fri 21 March, 2014
Bedfordshire film maker to direct landmark play in Zimbabwe

A LEADING academic at the University of Bedfordshire, Dr Agnieszka Piotrowska, is to direct the world premiere of a new play, by distinguished young Zimbabwean playwright Blessing Hungwe, at a major arts festival in Harare.

Fri 21 March, 2014
Alumna welcomes Lord-Lieutenant

UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire graduate, Poet Laureate of Luton Mary Emeji is to welcome Lord-Lieutenant for Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis, to Luton Poetry Society on Saturday, 29 March. 

Thu 20 March, 2014
Youth justice expert highlights reasons for reduction in child imprisonment rates

THREE elements have combined to create a 60% reduction in child imprisonment rates in England and Wales over the last five years, according to a leading expert in youth justice – changes in government policy, pressure to reduce public spending and a strong belief that child imprisonment should only ever be used as a last resort.

Wed 19 March, 2014
Bedfordshire research finds school teachers are taking to social media to talk work

TEACHERS at Buckingham School have taken to social media to share their experiences in the classroom – a University of Bedfordshire study has discovered.

Tue 18 March, 2014
'Staying one step ahead of those who compete illegally is critical' Uni expert tells UKAD Research Forum

THE University’s Director of Sport and Sports Enterprise, Professor John Brewer, gave a keynote speech to the inaugural UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) Research Forum, hosted at the Putteridge Bury campus.

Mon 17 March, 2014
UCMK students gain funding boost from Milton Keynes Council

STUDENTS studying Applied Education Studies at University Campus Milton Keynes (UCMK) have received funding from Milton Keynes Council to help with their studies.

Fri 14 March, 2014
University hosts Dragons' Den competition

MORE than £1,000 was presented to young people, with campaign ideas to help make a change on societal issues important to them, as the University of Bedfordshire hosted a special Dragons' Den-style contest.

Thu 13 March, 2014
FIFA fund University research into footballers' heat performance

FIFA has awarded the University of Bedfordshire’s Dr Lee Taylor £12,000 to investigate how much heat and altitude can affect footballers’ performance during a match.

Thu 13 March, 2014
Uni Olympic Bobsleigh prospect backed by prestigious funding

UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire student and bobsledder, Ashley Watson, has been awarded funding, to boost his hopes of competing at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea.

Mon 10 March, 2014
Uni Olympic Bobsleigh prospect backed by prestigious funding

UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire student and bobsledder, Ashley Watson, has been awarded funding, to boost his hopes of competing at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea.