March
People with dementia need “to be listened to”
A LEADING evidence-based researcher has called for people with dementia “to be listened to” in order to “revolutionise” services.
Ex-World Boxing Champion helps students focus on their goals
FORMER World Boxing Champion and inspirational speaker Billy Schwer (pictured) led students at a motivational session at the University of Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire film maker to direct landmark play in Zimbabwe
A LEADING academic at the University of Bedfordshire, Dr Agnieszka Piotrowska, is to direct the world premiere of a new play, by distinguished young Zimbabwean playwright Blessing Hungwe, at a major arts festival in Harare.
Alumna welcomes Lord-Lieutenant
UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire graduate, Poet Laureate of Luton Mary Emeji is to welcome Lord-Lieutenant for Bedfordshire, Helen Nellis, to Luton Poetry Society on Saturday, 29 March.
Youth justice expert highlights reasons for reduction in child imprisonment rates
THREE elements have combined to create a 60% reduction in child imprisonment rates in England and Wales over the last five years, according to a leading expert in youth justice – changes in government policy, pressure to reduce public spending and a strong belief that child imprisonment should only ever be used as a last resort.
Bedfordshire research finds school teachers are taking to social media to talk work
TEACHERS at Buckingham School have taken to social media to share their experiences in the classroom – a University of Bedfordshire study has discovered.
'Staying one step ahead of those who compete illegally is critical' Uni expert tells UKAD Research Forum
THE University’s Director of Sport and Sports Enterprise, Professor John Brewer, gave a keynote speech to the inaugural UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) Research Forum, hosted at the Putteridge Bury campus.
UCMK students gain funding boost from Milton Keynes Council
STUDENTS studying Applied Education Studies at University Campus Milton Keynes (UCMK) have received funding from Milton Keynes Council to help with their studies.
University hosts Dragons' Den competition
MORE than £1,000 was presented to young people, with campaign ideas to help make a change on societal issues important to them, as the University of Bedfordshire hosted a special Dragons' Den-style contest.
FIFA fund University research into footballers' heat performance
FIFA has awarded the University of Bedfordshire’s Dr Lee Taylor £12,000 to investigate how much heat and altitude can affect footballers’ performance during a match.
Uni Olympic Bobsleigh prospect backed by prestigious funding
UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire student and bobsledder, Ashley Watson, has been awarded funding, to boost his hopes of competing at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea.
Uni Olympic Bobsleigh prospect backed by prestigious funding
UNIVERSITY of Bedfordshire student and bobsledder, Ashley Watson, has been awarded funding, to boost his hopes of competing at the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea.