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Research finds exercise can alleviate grief in young people suffering parental loss
A team of academics from the University of Bedfordshire have undertaken research into the role of exercise and physical activity in dealing with the loss of a loved one amongst children, teenagers and young adults.

Bedfordshire celebrates first cohort of overseas PhD graduates in Jordan
The University of Bedfordshire proudly presented the first PhD degrees to graduates at a ceremony in Jordan this term, as part of its academic partnership with Middle East University (MEU).

University’s SMASH Roadshow returns with an educational week of fun
The University of Bedfordshire’s SMASH Roadshow, in partnership with the Level Trust, returned this spring with a schedule of fun-filled, hands-on learning activities for local school children.

Make-up students cause ‘casualties’ for paramedic training
Paramedic Science and Media Make-Up students from the University of Bedfordshire joined forces to create and ‘treat’ realistic wounds for a practical casualty simulation project, providing visual injury experience for aspiring frontline workers.

Academic’s new book helping to improve organ donation rates across the world
A Professor from the University of Bedfordshire has co-edited a new book that aims to increase conversations around organ donation amongst Muslim communities in countries including Qatar, which has additionally led to a PhD opportunity on behalf of the country’s Ministry of Public Health.

Baroness Doreen Lawrence to give public lecture in honour of son’s legacy
Campaigner and social justice advocate, Doreen Lawrence – Baroness Lawrence of Clarendon OBE – will be the next inspirational guest speaker for the University of Bedfordshire’s successful ‘An Evening With..’ free public lecture series.

Radio LaB wins big at Student Radio Association’s award ceremony
The University of Bedfordshire’s on-campus community radio station, Radio LaB, is once again celebrating its success after scooping the top prize in two award categories at the Student Radio Association’s Amplify Awards.

Engineering students gear up for a career in manufacturing
Students from the University of Bedfordshire’s School of Computer Science & Technology experienced a day out at the Jaguar Land Rover manufacturing facility this term, as part of a trip organised to give them a taste of the industrial working environment.

University helps create economic growth with free SME workshops
The University of Bedfordshire recently hosted a free ‘Creating Growth’ event for regional Small to Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs), offering advice and step-by-step guidance on overcoming potential challenges in a bid to encourage economic growth within the county.

Bedfordshire Bulls triumph at Varsity 2023
The Bulls – the University of Bedfordshire’s competitive sports teams – have taken the Varsity title for this year, after successfully defending their home turf in a dominating 7–4 win against the University of Northampton.

New child exploitation principles & resources published following University research
A set of new Practice Principles to help shape and inform the work of professionals responding to child exploitation and extra-familial harm have been published today (29th March) by the Tackling Child Exploitation (TCE) Support Programme, based on research conducted by the University of Bedfordshire, The Children’s Society and Research in Practice.

Celebrated University radio station receives more award nominations
Radio LaB – the University of Bedfordshire’s successful community radio station – has been recognised for the second time this academic year after receiving two nominations at the upcoming Student Radio Association’s (SRA) Amplify Awards.