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University to host international radio conference
The University of Bedfordshire has been selected to host an international radio conference this month by the Media, Communication & Cultural Studies Association (MeCCSA) to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the BBC.
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London Luton Airport hosts on-campus jobs fair for students
Over 700 students from the University of Bedfordshire attended an aviation-themed jobs fair which showcased the numerous opportunities available with London Luton Airport (LLA) and other air industry employers in the region.
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£3million funding to help tackle region’s health inequalities
The University of Bedfordshire has been awarded £3million by NHS England to develop a research and innovation hub in collaboration with the NHS BLMK (Bedfordshire, Luton & Milton Keynes) Health & Care Partnership, which will focus on ways to improve health and social care inequalities across the region.
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University celebrates two Student Radio Award nominations
The University of Bedfordshire’s on-campus community radio station Radio LaB is celebrating after receiving two award nominations in the upcoming Student Radio Awards (SRA).
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MA students celebrate work in art showcase
Masters students from the University of Bedfordshire recently celebrated their work and achievements in a creative end-of-year Degree Show.
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PhD student nominated for two awards
A qualified nurse and PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire has been shortlisted for two separate awards in recognition of his community work with minority groups.
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Contextual Safeguarding Toolkit developed to enhance child protection systems
A new toolkit aimed at improving child protection has been launched following the work of researchers from the University of Bedfordshire and Durham University.
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University project to reduce disparities in antenatal care amongst women in Luton
A research team led by the University of Bedfordshire is rolling out a project to enhance access to antenatal care for pregnant women in ethnically diverse and socially disadvantaged areas across Luton.
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University’s radio station named as finalist in national radio awards
Radio LaB, the University of Bedfordshire’s on-campus community radio station, has been announced as a finalist in three categories of the annual national Community Radio Awards 2022.
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University celebrates Black History Month with special events
The University of Bedfordshire is hosting a series of public and student events throughout October to mark this year’s Black History Month.
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‘Made at Bedfordshire’ exhibition celebrates University research
The University of Bedfordshire has opened an interactive exhibition on the Luton campus to showcase the value and breadth of its research.
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Two universities join forces for community heritage projects
The Universities of Bedfordshire and Northampton are pooling their expertise to keep alive the heritage of Luton and Corby for ambitious culture and community projects.