2021
PhD student crowned at Royal College of Nursing awards
A PhD student at the University of Bedfordshire was named winner of the Royal College of Nursing’s Leadership Award last week, following his work raising awareness of organ donation in the Sikh community.
Bedfordshire artist given platform to impress at MK Gallery
A talented Photography and Video Art graduate from the University of Bedfordshire is one of three artists selected by MK Gallery as nominees for this year’s Platform Graduate Award.
Aspiring TV students welcome famed BBC producer
Television industry veteran, Geoff Posner, took part in an afternoon of interviews and networking at the University of Bedfordshire this month to help inspire and advise the next generation of producers.
Graduate’s film career gives him license to thrill
Filming with 007 is the latest accomplishment for a University of Bedfordshire alumnus who has been working his way up the ranks in the TV and film industry on some of the world’s biggest blockbusters.
Academic to speak at international climate crisis webinar ahead of COP26
A University of Bedfordshire lecturer has been invited to speak at a key international webinar on the climate crisis ahead of the launch of the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow later this month.
Inspirational speakers help Bedfordshire mark Black History Month
‘Proud To Be Black’ is the University of Bedfordshire’s central campaign to mark this year’s Black History Month, and a number of inspirational talks have taken place as part of the celebrations.
University productions go head-to-head for radio award
Two successful radio shows created by staff, students and graduates from the University of Bedfordshire have been shortlisted for the same category at the upcoming 2021 Community Radio Awards.
Refugee challenges are focus of University research
The University of Bedfordshire’s Centre for Research in Law (CRiL) has published a report on refugee family reunion, looking into the challenges faced by refugees seeking to be reunited with their families in the UK.
Why you should consider a foundation year
Juliet Fern, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Education, English and Sport at the University of Bedfordshire, has penned her thoughts on the advantages of using a foundation year to get a taste of higher education.
Modern slavery of children & young people to be tackled through research
The University of Bedfordshire and charity ECPAT UK (Every Child Protected Against Trafficking) have been announced as research partners, spear-headed by Modern Slavery and Human Rights Policy and Evidence Centre (Modern Slavery PEC).
University hosts successful mobile dance school
Dance academics and students from the University of Bedfordshire, along with local freelance dancers, are celebrating the success of the 2021 Dance Beds summer school project – encouraging creativity and movement in the region’s schools.
Masters students showcase Pertinacity at Hat Factory
Art and Design students from the University of Bedfordshire have capped off their courses with a stunning exhibition in The Hat Factory, one of Luton’s premier art facilities.