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The mortar boards were flying and spirits were high at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ this July as the Class of 2023 came together with friends and family to celebrate across 18 graduation ceremonies.

A PhD student whose research into child palliative care and the impact on families were part-funded by local charity, Keech Hospice Care, has graduated from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ during the summer celebrations on 25th July.

An alumni who has gone on to make a difference in the tennis industry has shared his advice in an inspirational speech at the graduation ceremony for the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s School of Sport Science & Physical Activity.

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ 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.

Sarfraz Manzoor – screenwriter, journalist and author ¬– was officially installed as Chancellor of the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ during the first day of its summer graduation ceremonies (19th July).

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has opened a brand new state-of-the-art Strength & Conditioning suite, to enhance the learning experience for students studying on its sports courses.

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™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.

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 ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ who have expertise in the areas of football, sports and culture – all relevant to the tournament.

In partnership with Luton Council, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ 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.

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.