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Wed 01 February, 2023
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.

Wed 18 January, 2023
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.

Tue 03 January, 2023
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.

Fri 16 December, 2022
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.

Wed 14 December, 2022
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.

Tue 13 December, 2022
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.

Thu 08 December, 2022
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.

Tue 06 December, 2022
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.

Thu 01 December, 2022
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).

Wed 30 November, 2022
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.

Tue 29 November, 2022
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.

Tue 22 November, 2022
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.