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University marks International Women’s Day
Students and staff from the University of Bedfordshire are getting ready to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day (8th March 2022) – an annual event dedicated to the recognition of social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women across the globe.

Students showcase fashion collection at famous Luton Hoo
Fashion students from the University of Bedfordshire recently presented a twenty-piece collection to VIP guests at the prestigious 18th Century Luton Hoo Hotel.

Students to perform bite-sized theatre
Budding directors and actors from the University of Bedfordshire are set to showcase their talents by performing a series of short productions to a live public audience.

Student art flows into Luton’s Hat Factory
In an exhibition titled ‘Flow’, postgraduate students from the University of Bedfordshire will demonstrate how they take their artwork from concept to reality at one of the county’s premier art venues – The Hat Factory.

University opens in-school careers hub
A new careers hub has launched at Bedford’s Castle Newnham School in partnership with the University of Bedfordshire.

After school STEM club a hit with local pupils
An after school club funded by Aspire Higher – part of the University of Bedfordshire’s Collaborative Projects Team – has helped to increase pupil’s interest in learning about STEM-related topics around the areas of sustainability, community and health.

Student to discuss AI technology at international conference
A final year student from the University of Bedfordshire has been selected to present her paper on improving facial recognition technology at a leading international Artificial Intelligence (AI) conference later this month.

Student fundraiser SHEDs light on male mental health
A University of Bedfordshire student has set himself a gruelling running challenge in order to raise money for the Bedford branch of Men in Sheds – a charity which provides mental health support for men and encourages them to build skills and friendships.

Nursing graduate commended following Freemasons award
A recent graduate who was nominated for her contribution to the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Health Education at the University of Bedfordshire has been commended by local press and her former lecturer after accepting a prize from Bedfordshire Freemasons at an in-person ceremony.

Paralympian alumna to support 2022 BRIT Challenge
University of Bedfordshire graduate and para-dressage international champion, Mari Durward-Akhurst, has been named as an Ambassador of the British Inspiration Trust (BRIT) and is supporting the annual BRIT Challenge this year.

University sports experts for Beijing 2022
As the Winter Olympics in Beijing get underway, the Press Office has created a media card to showcase the relevant sport and fitness expertise available at the University of Bedfordshire.

University retains Platinum EcoCampus Award
The University of Bedfordshire has been awarded Platinum certification by EcoCampus for the fourth year running, following its success in the 2021 People & Planet University Green League.