October
University celebrates United Nations Day
The raising of the United Nations flag and a series of enlightening talks formed the basis of the University of Bedfordshire’s UN Day celebrations this month (October 22).
Students rewarded with £1,000 bursaries
A Psychology student who applied course skills to her work for Victim Support was among a number of undergraduates receiving The Steel Charitable Trust bursary this week (October 21).
Refugee legal aid project wins award
The University of Bedfordshire’s Refugee Legal Aid Project (RLAP) was recognised for its life-changing work by Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis, last month.
A test to help fight leukaemia
A new test to show how the immune system could respond to vaccines for leukaemia has been developed by academics based at the University of Bedfordshire.
UCMK launches the MK:Smart Data Hub
Milton Keynes took a giant step forward to becoming a Smart City when University Campus Milton Keynes (UCMK), part of the University of Bedfordshire, officially opened its doors to demonstrate the MK:Smart Data Hub (Monday 19 October).
World-renowned experts speak at midwifery conference
World-renowned birthing specialist Michel Odent was among a number of esteemed midwifery experts who delivered lectures at the University of Bedfordshire annual Student Midwives Conference (October 14).
Luke’s big chance
A University of Bedfordshire student has been announced as runner-up in Radio Aire’s ‘Your Big Chance’ competition.
Lecturer's photography exhibiting in London
The University of Bedfordshire’s Senior Lecturer in Visual Arts Practice is showcasing his work at galleries in London this month.
Dance student scouted in Italy
A University of Bedfordshire dance student performed on live television in Italy over the summer.
University recognised for the quality of its teaching
The University of Bedfordshire has one of the highest percentages for a UK university, of academics that have or are working towards, the Higher Education Academy (HEA) fellowships.
Latest Commonwealth Scholars arrive
The University of Bedfordshire’s new Commonwealth Scholars have detailed how they plan to use their University education to improve healthcare in their home countries.
Organ donation research features in award-winning film
A documentary featuring University of Bedfordshire Professor Gurch Randhawa’s organ donation research has won the Best Documentary Film Award at the Woodpecker International Film Festival 2015.