June
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University of Bedfordshire Art and Design Degree show launches this week
Artwork which was shortlisted for a national award and displayed in an exhibition at the London Transport Museum will be among the stunning pieces on show at this year's University of Bedfordshire Art and Design Degree Show.
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Placing you and your business ‘In The Arena’ – With Kriss Akabusi MBE and friends
‘Inspiring confidence in an upturning economy’ – that is the message The Akabusi Charitable Trust is carrying into our area this autumn, in the form of an exclusive motivational business seminar, In The Arena.
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James Bond star marks University of Bedfordshire's very best
A James Bond star helped add to the glitz and glamour of this year’s Vice Chancellor's Student Experience Awards, which celebrated the very best in achievement and practice across the University from students, to academics, support staff and departments.
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Sixth form students' summer takeover of University of Bedfordshire radio station
Sixth form students will get the chance to host a Luton radio station for the next two weeks, as part of an exclusive work placement at Radio LaB 97.1FM.
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Prestigious award for University of Bedfordshire genetics scientist
A leading genetics scientist at the University of Bedfordshire has been presented with a prestigious medical award.
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University of Bedfordshire helps Bedford Hospital with its patient safety programme
The University of Bedfordshire has helped launch a programme aimed at creating a culture of safety within Bedford Hospital.
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National charity award for University of Bedfordshire student
A PhD student at the University of Bedfordshire, who after battling off cancer decided to start charitable work, has been honoured with a national award by Cancer Research UK.
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Football tournament marks first season of UCMK support for MK Dons Academy
UCMK students and staff took to the big footballing stage at stadiummk – the home of the MK Dons – last week to take part in a seven-a-side tournament.
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Central Bedfordshire Academy of Social Work and Early Intervention launches
Improving the lives of children and young people and helping them get off to the very best start in life is at the heart of an exciting new venture launched through a partnership between Central Bedfordshire Council and the University of Bedfordshire.
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Alan Shearer trained by University of Bedfordshire student in Brazil World Cup conditions
England legend Alan Shearer was put through his paces by a University of Bedfordshire student who devised a training session in heat and humidity conditions replicating the upcoming Brazil World Cup.
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Football tournament marks first season of UCMK support for MK Dons Academy
UCMK students and staff took to the big footballing stage at stadiummk – the home of the MK Dons – last week to take part in a seven-a-side tournament.
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National experts speak at Midwife Conference
A host of national midwifery experts, including NHS England’s Head of Maternity and Children’s Services, passed on a wealth of knowledge to students at the University of Bedfordshire.