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Academics support local Roma community to enhance antenatal care
A team of public health and maternity care academics from the University of Bedfordshire have collaborated with the Luton Roma Trust in an effort to increase uptake of antenatal care by Roma women in Luton.
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VIPs & students celebrate first full-scale graduation since pandemic
An award-winning scientist and a retail sustainability champion were amongst special guests who joined over 700 students at the University of Bedfordshire’s March graduation ceremonies.
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Bedfordshire teams up with HSBC to support student entrepreneurs
In partnership with HSBC UK, two winning University of Bedfordshire students are taking part in a development programme for aspiring entrepreneurs from under-represented backgrounds.
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Swedish send-off for students studying abroad
A group of final year students from the University of Bedfordshire are getting ready for a month of overseas study in Sweden to help develop their awareness and knowledge of international health and social care provision.
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BAFTA award-winner to shine light on campaign work and musical career
Award-winning broadcaster and campaigner, Carrie Grant MBE, has been announced as the next special guest for the latest instalment of the University of Bedfordshire’s popular ‘An Evening With’ public lecture series.
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University launches new Special Educational Needs & Disability degree
Applications are now open for a new undergraduate degree from the University of Bedfordshire which aims to give future teachers, education providers and others the skills and expertise needed to improve the provision of Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) within schools and elsewhere, linking theory and practice to give greater understanding of learners.
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Community invited to dance, play & spring into action this April
A free activity day of dance, fitness and sport for all ages is being hosted by the University of Bedfordshire next month to encourage the local community to get active and try out new ways of keeping fit.
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University to welcome community for British Science Week
The University of Bedfordshire is set to host a STEM Community Day at its Luton campus to celebrate British Science Week 2022.
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New community research network to address end of life inequalities
Keech Hospice Care has launched a 12-month ‘End of Life Care Research Partnership’ in collaboration with the University of Bedfordshire, aiming to identify barriers and improve access to palliative care amongst ethnic minority populations.
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Literary experts to discuss process behind storytelling
The University of Bedfordshire will be hosting a panel of three local and successful authors – Toby Litt, Adam Croft and Emily Short – for a free online literary-themed event, as part of its long-standing Beds Talks programme.
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University marks International Women’s Day
Students and staff from the University of Bedfordshire are getting ready to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day (8th March 2022) – an annual event dedicated to the recognition of social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the globe.
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Students showcase fashion collection at famous Luton Hoo
Fashion students from the University of Bedfordshire recently presented a twenty-piece collection to VIP guests at the prestigious 18th Century Luton Hoo Hotel.