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Mon 30 November, 2020
Bedfordshire celebrates resilient Class of 2020 in second ‘virtual’ graduation

Virtual celebrations were hosted by the University of Bedfordshire last week to mark the success of its November graduates, who were cheered on remotely by friends and family back home.

Wed 09 September, 2020
Bedfordshire’s Class of 2020 ‘virtually’ celebrate completing their degrees

Graduates from the University of Bedfordshire were invited to take part in virtual celebrations after coronavirus caused the usual spring and summer ceremonies to be postponed.

Mon 07 September, 2020
Local SME directors praise University’s business support during Covid19

The owners of a Luton-based business have spoken of the invaluable SME support they received from University of Bedfordshire in a new promo video, following the coronavirus ‘slump’.

Fri 04 September, 2020
‘Postgraduate study is critical for developing your way of thinking’

A Business School lecturer at the University of Bedfordshire has recently discussed the benefits of postgraduate study with Beds’ LinkedIn community.

Wed 02 September, 2020
From Beds to Big Tech: Graduate reflects on top Microsoft job

A University of Bedfordshire graduate has reflected on the past year since landing a role working for world-leading technology giant, Microsoft.

Thu 20 August, 2020
Clearing 2020: It allowed me to be closer to home

A first year student has said that securing a place at University of Bedfordshire through Clearing meant she was able to live nearer her family – a choice she’s described as a “blessing in disguise” following Covid19.

Fri 24 July, 2020
Academic hosts virtual Toastmasters series to encourage discussion and debate during lockdown

A lecturer and Toastmaster from the University of Bedfordshire has been the driving force behind a new roundtable event series to help encourage public discussion of current global issues, and allow people to virtually connect with like-minded individuals from Rotary and Toastmasters clubs across the globe.

Tue 07 July, 2020
Top tips for new and returning students in light of Covid19 disruption

After schools, colleges and universities were shut by the government in March amid the coronavirus crisis, staff at the University of Bedfordshire have been fully aware of the uncertainty faced by both current and prospective students.

Fri 05 June, 2020
#BlackLivesMatter: the University of Bedfordshire response

We know that our staff, students, alumni, as well our wider communities will have been horrified by the killing of George Floyd in the United States and want you to know that we are also shocked and share your horror.

Thu 04 June, 2020
Star students awarded Outstanding Student of the Year 2020

A record number of staff and students nominated colleagues, peers and teams the University of Bedfordshire’s Vice Chancellor’s Student Experience Awards, with four winners receiving the Outstanding Student of the Year award.

Mon 01 June, 2020
Bedfordshire Business School included in first online BSIS Symposium

Two University of Bedfordshire academics were invited to provide their expertise in the first ever Virtual Business School Impact System (BSIS) Symposium series.

Wed 29 April, 2020
Bedfordshire researcher stresses importance of technology in times of self-isolation

University of Bedfordshire researcher, Dr Banita Lal, explains how technology and mobile phones ‘provide promise and opportunity’ for colleagues to stay connected and motivated during the Covid-19 pandemic.