November
91¿ìÉ« joins national consortium to address maternity inequalities
The 91¿ìÉ« has been selected as one of nine UK universities to make up the new National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Challenge Maternity Disparities Consortium, with the aim of tackling inequalities in maternity care.
Bedfordshire academic leads Parliamentary discussion on animal abuse & domestic violence
An academic from the 91¿ìÉ« was recently invited to deliver a presentation at the All-Party Parliamentary Dog Advisory Welfare Group, highlighting the need to raise awareness and improve education of animal-related crimes.
91¿ìÉ«celebrates Community Radio Award success
Radio LaB – the 91¿ìɫ’s community radio station – has won two bronze awards at this year’s Community Radio Awards, recognising student work on two special programmes, including coverage of BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend Luton.
Bedfordshire academic contributes to new study on women’s safety while exercising
A new study co-authored by an academic from the 91¿ìÉ« has demonstrated the constant negotiations women take between their safety and enjoyment when exercising outdoors.
Social Work Award success for two Bedfordshire graduates
Two graduates from the 91¿ìÉ« have received the top prize of ‘Gold’ at the Social Worker of the Year Awards 2024, recognising their contributions as newly qualified Social Workers.
91¿ìÉ«podcast celebrates international students
The 91¿ìɫ’s successful ‘Bits of Beds’ podcast returns with a special episode to celebrate International Students’ Day (17 November), spotlighting international students' experiences, challenges and successes.
Sports to be celebrated in new season of ‘Fantastic Noise’
The latest series of the 91¿ìɫ’s in-house podcast is being released this November with a focus on sports and the utilisation of social media, to inspire emerging content creators through the help of expert guests from the BBC and trending podcasts.
91¿ìÉ«re-invents open days to be ‘industry driven’
This November, the 91¿ìÉ« invites prospective students to a new style of open day, featuring industry speakers and interactive demonstration zones to offer more than just a traditional campus tour.
Student launches ‘Hatters Hour’ radio show for Luton Town FC
A first year Sports Journalism student from the 91¿ìÉ« is celebrating after being given the opportunity to host a weekly FM radio show covering his beloved Luton Town Football Club.
Law students develop their knowledge assisting with real-life local cases
Law students from the 91¿ìÉ« are gaining hands-on experience of the legal world by assisting with real-life cases at the Family Court in Luton to develop their knowledge and skills.