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Wed 22 February, 2023
Bedfordshire celebrates award-winning Open Day

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is celebrating after being crowned winners at this year’s Eventeer Awards by vFairs.

Tue 21 February, 2023
Local award recognises successful ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ alumnus

The annual Luton’s Best Awards have recognised a local solicitor and ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ alumnus with a coveted award, recognising their impactful career in the community.

Mon 13 February, 2023
New ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ ‘hub’ gives students 24/7 Cost of Living support

To help support students who may be struggling with the increased cost of food, energy and general living bills, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has developed a digital Cost of Living Hub to help them easily find all the support they require at the tap of a button.

Thu 09 February, 2023
Local college students given hands-on TV and radio workshops

Students from Luton’s Barnfield College were invited to take part in a series of radio and TV ‘takeovers’ at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½, allowing them to produce programmes for their coursework assessments while gaining valuable industry-level experience.

Wed 08 February, 2023
Chris Packham CBE delivers inspirational ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ lecture on building a sustainable future

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ was excited to welcome renowned naturalist and broadcaster, Chris Packham CBE, who delivered an engaging, free public talk on the subject of sustainability, climate action and the environment, with the whole event featuring a green, no-waste policy in line with the institution’s Target Zero ambitions.

Mon 06 February, 2023
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s apprenticeships provide invaluable ‘skills for life’

With the arrival of National Apprenticeship Week for 2023, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is celebrating its array of exciting skills-based apprenticeship programmes, shining a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships can make to employees, businesses and the wider economy.

Wed 01 February, 2023
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ hosts climate change summit for region’s youth

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ welcomed students and teachers from over a dozen local schools to a climate change summit this term in collaboration with the Science Learning Partnership.

Wed 18 January, 2023
ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ helps Bedfordshire’s first black policeman tell his inspiring story

Academics from the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ are helping Bedfordshire’s first black male police officer tell his life story through a series of small books – with the book launching at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½â€™s Bedford campus this month.

Tue 03 January, 2023
Bedfordshire awarded Gold in Uswitch Green ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ Report

Following its success in the latest People & Planet league results, the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ has been ranked as one of the top scoring eco-friendly universities in Uswitch’s 2022 study.

Fri 16 December, 2022
Award-winning naturalist & broadcaster to host free event for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ & the public

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ is excited to welcome award-winning broadcaster, author and naturalist Chris Packham CBE to host a new instalment of its ‘An Evening With’ public lectures, this time on the topic of sustainability.

Wed 14 December, 2022
Beauty business student scoops two industry awards

A ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ student and business owner is celebrating her latest industry award success, having scooped up another regional Beauty Salon of the Year accolade earlier this year.

Tue 13 December, 2022
Over 40 businesses benefit from ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½’s free upskilling workshop

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ recently hosted a free grant-writing event for businesses as part of the Arc Innovation Festival 2022, reflecting on the institution’s commitment to supporting, encouraging and developing economic growth in the region.