Celebrations

Sun 17 March, 2024
Why Ramadan is special to me

Second year student, Fakhra Imran, tells us why Ramadan is special to her and advice for students observing Ramadan whilst at University.

Fri 15 March, 2024
Celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Luton

First year student, Fleur O'Brien, shares how she is celebrating St Patrick's Day in Luton.

Thu 07 March, 2024
Inspire inclusion on International Women’s Day

We're celebrating all the fantastic women who make the University of Bedfordshire a great place to study, work and thrive. Fleur O’Brien tells us what IWD means to her, who her female role models are and her proudest achievements to date.

Wed 01 November, 2023
How to celebrate Diwali in 2023!

First Year Business Management student Rajwinder Singh shares how he plans to celebrate Diwali and what traditions people can do to get involved.

Thu 11 May, 2023
Celebrating International Nurses Day 2023

Second year Adult Nursing student, Julian Businge, shares her favourite moments as a student nurse, inspirations and motivations for International Nurses Day, which is celebrated every year on the 12th May.

Mon 27 March, 2023
How to show your support during Ramadan

Originally from India, Basil Irfan moved to the UK to study his Bachelor’s degree at the University and is now studying his Masters in International Business with Aviation Management.

Thu 23 March, 2023
Spending my first Ramadan in the UK

International student, Samiya Sultana, will be spending her first Ramadan away from her home country in Bangladesh.

Wed 08 March, 2023
Gender Equity in Education for Women (opinion)

This year theme for International Women's Day 2023 is #EmbraceEquity which aims to get the world talking about why equal opportunities aren't enough.

Wed 08 March, 2023
Powerful South Asian Women You Need To Know About

Student content creator, Sharmin Ahmed gives insight into powerful South Asian Women and their inspiring stories.

Tue 18 October, 2022
Celebrating the festival of light!

Deepawali or Diwali is the brightest and the most significant festival in Indian culture. It illuminates the country with its brilliance and dazzles people with its joyous celebration. Celebrated annually, this year the festival takes places on Monday 24th October.