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University hosts inaugural Bedfordshire FA safeguarding conference
The University of Bedfordshire recently hosted the inaugural Bedfordshire Football Association (FA) safeguarding conference, bringing together workshops and guest speakers to provide learning opportunities to support the role of a Club Welfare Officer.

New Chancellor advises graduates to “make the most of everything”
Sarfraz Manzoor – screenwriter, journalist and author ¬– was officially installed as Chancellor of the University of Bedfordshire during the first day of its summer graduation ceremonies (19th July).

University opens new state-of-the-art Strength & Conditioning suite
The University of Bedfordshire has opened a brand new state-of-the-art Strength & Conditioning suite, to enhance the learning experience for students studying on its sports courses.

University provides student radio experience to local Sixth Formers
The University of Bedfordshire’s award-winning community radio station, Radio LaB, has once again opened its doors to local students to help inspire the next generation of aspiring radio DJs and podcasters.

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: Academic experts for press commentary
Ahead of the beginning of the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 (20th July – 20th August), the Press Office has brought together a list of key academics from the University of Bedfordshire who have expertise in the areas of football, sports and culture – all relevant to the tournament.

University inspires future business leaders with enterprise event
In partnership with Luton Council, the University of Bedfordshire recently hosted the Luton Enterprise Event, bringing together a range of speakers and experts to offer insight and guidance for those considering starting their own businesses.

New sex education programme for schools piloted by university academics
Academics from the Universities of Bedfordshire and Surrey are working together on a pilot sex education programme to help young people, parents and teachers have better conversations about modern-day relationships and pornography.

University academic uses design skills to help Grenfell Tower group campaign for change
An academic from the University of Bedfordshire has taken part in a visual campaign led by families of the victims of the Grenfell Tower disaster, to help publicise their demands for justice.

University to lead ground-breaking student engagement project on organ donation within ethnic minority communities
A PhD student from the University of Bedfordshire has been granted funding by the NHS to undertake a student engagement project aiming to increase the number of organ donors from ethnic minority communities.

Students give boost to local residents during care home placement
Healthcare students from the University of Bedfordshire have put their learnt skills into practice by spending ten weeks working on placement at a local residential care home.

University to welcome over 10,000 students for UCAS event
Over 10,000 16 and 17-year old students are expected to visit the University of Bedfordshire for the annual UCAS Discovery Event to find out more about career pathways and educational courses on offer to them.

University student helps prepare Luton Town FC for promotion final
A PhD student at the University of Bedfordshire is celebrating a successful season working with Luton Town Football Club, which has seen the club promoted to the Premier League for the first time in its history.