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Students lace-up for intricate needlework exhibition
An exhibition exploring the physicality and manipulation of lace, created by University of Bedfordshire students, has gone on display at Luton’s Hat Factory.
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University’s vaccination radio show wins award
A special radio show which aimed to encourage young people to get the Covid-19 vaccine – devised by the University of Bedfordshire and Luton Borough Council – has picked up Silver at the 2022 Amplify Awards.
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University’s Green Spaces research recognised in national climate action campaign
A new environmental research study being conducted by academics from the University of Bedfordshire, focussing on access to green spaces, has been highlighted in Made At Uni’s latest campaign, ‘Climate Action’.
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University to host radio stars for national Community Media Festival
The University of Bedfordshire is getting ready to host the annual Community Media Association (CMA) Festival on 7th May, which is themed this year around celebrating inclusion within the industry.
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Academics help validate new ‘long Covid’ treatment
A team of nutritional scientists, led by a visiting Professor from the University of Bedfordshire, has developed a capsule-form treatment which enhances the recovery of patients experiencing ‘long Covid’.
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Student volunteers pledge to Keep Luton Tidy
A successful litter-picking drive was hosted by the University of Bedfordshire as part of the ‘Keep Luton Tidy’ initiative, encouraging students to volunteer their time in helping the environment and to take pride in their surroundings.
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PhD student highlights ways to encourage regional investment
A PhD student who is researching entrepreneurial finance is set to represent the University of Bedfordshire at an upcoming webinar themed around the future of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc.
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University & Council’s vaccination radio show nominated for award
A Covid-19 vaccination campaign created by the University of Bedfordshire has been nominated for a radio prize at the 2022 Amplify Awards.
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Student midwife shortlisted for two Nursing Times awards
A third year student from the University of Bedfordshire has been nominated in two prominent categories in this year’s Student Nursing Times Awards.
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Philharmonia Orchestra to perform on campus
The University of Bedfordshire is set to host a performance by the Philharmonia Orchestra based around their Hear & Now project – an award-winning intergenerational community project which has been running for more than ten years.
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University kicks off Easter programme for local children
The University of Bedfordshire and the Level Trust have launched the SMASH Easter Roadshow to provide a fun, educational outlet during half term for children affected by poverty in Luton.
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Children’s book about anxiety published by student
A third-year student at the University of Bedfordshire has written a picture book themed around anxiety, highlighting different coping methods which children can use to manage any worries they may have.