May

University celebrates Pride Month
The University of Bedfordshire is celebrating Pride Month throughout June with two special online events led by academics which are open to students, staff and members of the public to attend.

Bedfordshire academic displays work at prestigious art exhibition
Work created by an academic from the University of Bedfordshire is currently on show at one of Europe’s most prestigious art and design exhibitions, as part of a campaign group set up after the Grenfell Tower disaster.

‘Manifest’ Degree Shows celebrate student creativity
Creative projects and student talent was on display at the University of Bedfordshire’s annual Degree Shows, where students across all years showcased their work to classmates, family and the public.

University and local Chambers of Commerce announce long-term partnership
The University of Bedfordshire has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs) with three leading regional business organisations, marking the start of a strategic partnership aimed at supporting students, driving economic growth, and fostering meaningful industry collaboration.

Bedfordshire student selected for ‘Creative Pioneers’ scheme
A talented Film & Television Production student from the University of Bedfordshire has been selected for a new Creative Pioneers programme which aims to support the next generation of local creative entrepreneurs.

International acclaim for the Collaborative Targeted Outreach Programme (CTOP)
A pioneering joint research initiative by the University of Bedfordshire and the Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes (BLMK) Integrated Care Board (ICB) has received international acclaim, winning the Patient and Caregivers Partners Award at the International Conference for Integrated Care (ICIC) 2025 in Lisbon.

Racial bias when diverting children from the justice system highlighted in new report
Black and Mixed Heritage children in England face harsher penalties than their White peers even when they have committed the same offences, according to a new report co-authored by academics from the University of Bedfordshire.

University brings ‘Festival of Football’ to Luton Town FC
Over 200 school students from across the region took to pitch at Kenilworth Road, the home of Luton Town Football Club, for an unforgettable football experience organised by the University of Bedfordshire.