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University hosts climate change summit for region’s youth
The University of Bedfordshire welcomed students and teachers from over a dozen local schools to a climate change summit this term in collaboration with the Science Learning Partnership.
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University helps Bedfordshire’s first black policeman tell his inspiring story
Academics from the University of Bedfordshire are helping Bedfordshire’s first black male police officer tell his life story through a series of small books – with the book launching at the University’s Bedford campus this month.
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Bedfordshire awarded Gold in Uswitch Green University Report
Following its success in the latest People & Planet league results, the University of Bedfordshire has been ranked as one of the top scoring eco-friendly universities in Uswitch’s 2022 study.
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Award-winning naturalist & broadcaster to host free event for University & the public
The University of Bedfordshire is excited to welcome award-winning broadcaster, author and naturalist Chris Packham CBE to host a new instalment of its ‘An Evening With’ public lectures, this time on the topic of sustainability.
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Beauty business student scoops two industry awards
A University of Bedfordshire student and business owner is celebrating her latest industry award success, having scooped up another regional Beauty Salon of the Year accolade earlier this year.
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Over 40 businesses benefit from University’s free upskilling workshop
The University of Bedfordshire recently hosted a free grant-writing event for businesses as part of the Arc Innovation Festival 2022, reflecting on the institution’s commitment to supporting, encouraging and developing economic growth in the region.
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First-year student celebrates winning digital marketing competition
The University of Bedfordshire recently partnered with global IT leader Wisetek UK to run a Digital Marketing competition for future marketers, which was won by a first-year student.
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University of Bedfordshire placed first in England in Green League
Celebrations are underway at the University of Bedfordshire after it was announced that the institution was awarded second place in the UK in the People & Planet 2022/23 University Green League, putting it in the top spot for England overall.
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University wins Silver and Gold at Community Radio Awards
Radio LaB – the University of Bedfordshire’s award-winning on-campus radio station – is celebrating two brilliant prizes it recently snapped up at this year’s Community Radio Awards (CRAs).
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Student crowned Social Worker of the Year
A social sciences PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire has won two accolades in this year’s Social Worker of the Year Awards.
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Students to showcase University’s cultural diversity
A group of budding events managers are curating a public charity event called ‘Cultural Implosion’ to celebrate the University of Bedfordshire’s cultural variety and inclusion.
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CBeebies star & local education advocate celebrate Honorary degrees with fellow graduates
The last cohort of the University of Bedfordshire’s Class of 2022 celebrated their achievements during a week of graduation ceremonies, featuring a number of inspiring keynote speakers and two Honorary Doctorate recipients – CBeebies star, Andy Day, and education leader, Mike Berrill.