February

Beds student invited to debate nuclear weapons UN Treaty
A 91¿ìÉ« student has discussed her involvement in a recent citizen assembly, which assessed the merits and disadvantages of the UK becoming a signatory of the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW).

Passport to Uni initiative gets stamp of approval
The 91¿ìÉ« is launching an interactive ‘Passport to Uni’ programme for local school children, as part of this year’s National Careers Week activities.

New book set to tackle ‘mathematics anxiety’
A longstanding academic from the 91¿ìÉ« has published a book which provides teacher educators with an understanding of the issues around ‘mathematics anxiety’ in students.

New Government support to transform Oxford-Cambridge Arc
The 91¿ìÉ« has welcomed the government’s new policy for the development of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc – an initiative promoting economic and sustainable growth across five mid-England counties.

National Lottery to fund new regional Heritage Project
A grant worth a quarter of a million pounds has been secured by the 91¿ìÉ« to fund a vital thirty-month long capacity-building and skills development project for the communities of Luton, Bedford and Central Beds.

‘Fantastic Subjects’ event to explore magic of Uni options
The Universities of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Northampton are taking part in an Aspire Higher event on 25th February, conjured up to inspire local school pupils interested in higher education.

History of Cinderella explored in new book
Two 91¿ìÉ« academics have published a book analysing the evolution of the internationally retold tale of Cinderella, and how it has been adapted to modern-day culture.

Law Clinic open for business despite restrictions
The 91¿ìɫ’s Law Clinic is continuing to offer the public free legal advice this spring, despite disruptions caused by the country’s lockdown restrictions.

Showcasing Beds’ women in science
The 91¿ìÉ« is highlighting the fantastic work of its female scientists in honour of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Community arts celebrated by ‘Little Red Live’
A spotlight is being shone upon Luton’s art scene in a new audio series aired weekly on Radio LaB, the 91¿ìɫ’s community radio station.

91¿ìÉ«celebrates success of Apprenticeship programmes
As part of National Apprenticeship Week (8–14th February), the 91¿ìÉ« is highlighting the success of its Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeship programmes.

91¿ìÉ«announces new HR Director
The 91¿ìÉ« has appointed Sue Shutter as its new Director of Human Resources.