2020
University hosts drop-in session for Estranged Students
As part of National Estranged Students Solidarity Week, the University of Bedfordshire is aiming to spread awareness of estrangement and highlight how its staff can support students who have no home-based support whilst studying.
Beds alumnus and lecturer nominated for Community Radio Awards
A University of Bedfordshire graduate and a prominent member of staff – along with his seven-year-old daughter – have been nominated for Community Radio Awards after emerging as frontrunners from over 460 entries.
University event to explore how Covid-19 has changed public perception of carers
The University of Bedfordshire’s popular Beds Talks series returns in virtual form with an event hosted by the Institute for Health Research that will focus on the role of carers in the community.
Graduates praise access to University’s ISPAR Conference platform
Graduates from the University of Bedfordshire have reflected on the value of having access and being able to contribute to the popular annual School of Sport & Physical Activity’s ISPAR conferences.
Over 250 school pupils look to their future with Aspire Higher
The Universities of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Northampton have celebrated another successful instalment of their collaborative Aspire Higher project.
£50k Occupational Therapy suite opens at Luton campus
A brand new simulation facility has been unveiled at the University of Bedfordshire to help train and develop the next generation of ‘home grown’ occupational therapists for the region.
University academic helps trial pioneering PPE beard technique for healthcare staff
US Vice-President Elect, Kamala Harris, has inspired a research team led by Professor Gurch Randhawa from University of Bedfordshire and Dr Rajinder Pal Singh to promote an innovative beard covering technique, called ‘Singh Thattha’, which enables bearded individuals to wear a respirator mask without the need for shaving.
University to mark Armistice Day with virtual services
The University of Bedfordshire is inviting staff, students and the community to observe a two-minute silence as part of its Remembrance Day services this year.
University hosts STEM Week to inspire next generation of students
Local schools and budding scientists are being invited to explore the University of Bedfordshire’s virtual STEM Week.
Community Covid testing centre opens at University’s Bedford Campus
A new Covid19 facility has opened at the University of Bedfordshire, expanding the local testing capacity for anybody in the borough who needs a test.
Students take part in socially distant workshop with TV Soap director
During the University of Bedfordshire’s first term back since the disruption of Covid19, freelance director and actor, Rick Platt, spent the day running screen acting masterclasses for Media Performance students.
Nominations still open for Luton’s ‘unsung heroes’ awards
With the pandemic forcing Luton’s Best Awards to be postponed until 2021, the University of Bedfordshire hopes to encourage locals, staff and students to carry on nominating their community stars.