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University expert in pollinator conservation to appear in new BBC series

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:37:00 +0000

The University of Northampton’s Dr Jeff Ollerton, an international expert on the subject of flowers and their pollinators, will be appearing in a new BBC2 television series which starts this week -

John Harper: Recent Work and its Context

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:53:00 +0000

Avenue Gallery re-opens on 13 February after an extended Christmas break with an exhibition of new photographic work by John Harper, Associate Fellow in Fine Art at The University of Northampton.

Elijah up for top shoe design competition

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:01:00 +0000

Aspiring shoe designer and Year 2 BA Fashion (Footwear and Accessories) student Elijah Blaine Kinne is celebrating the biggest break of his career after winning a coveted spot in the world famous i-D competition.

University launches social enterprise support service

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:31:00 +0000

The launch of ‘Inspire2Enterprise’, a new social enterprise support service, has been accompanied by a promise from its founders to tackle regional economic pressures.

University signs agreement on public engagement

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:55:00 +0000

The University of Northampton has strengthened its commitment to public engagement through the signing of a manifesto in partnership with the National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement (NCCPE)

University commemorates Holocaust Memorial Day

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:44:00 +0000

Students, staff and guests from across the UK recently gathered at The University of Northampton to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day and to remember the six million Jews and millions of others who were the victims of Nazi genocide.

Ben Cohen and Carol Klein to receive Honorary awards

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:29:00 +0000

The University of Northampton’s Winter Graduation Ceremonies...

Vince’s virtual experience of immersive 3D and social enterprise in action

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:23:00 +0000

Business Secretary Vince Cable MP recently visited The University of Northampton...

Emotional strain of ‘service with a smile’

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:52:00 +0000

The effort of always appearing friendly and cheerful with customers can leave staff feeling emotionally exhausted and cynical according to new research led by The University of Northampton.

Acting students go to war in BBC’s Birdsong

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:03:00 +0000

BA Acting students from The University of Northampton's School of the Arts will voice characters in a two-part BBC TV dramatisation of Sebastian Faulks' First World War novel ‘Birdsong’.

Graduate Arts Collective exhibits at Kelmarsh Hall

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:36:00 +0000

This year’s snowdrop weekends at Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire have a twist, with the addition of a contemporary art exhibition by graduates of The University of Northampton.

£68,000 support for local social enterprises from University

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 12:32:00 +0000

The University of Northampton has invested £68,000 of funding and support in 22 social enterprises based in Northamptonshire, following a recent pitching event at Park Campus.

Conference addresses the prevention of extremism

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:26:00 +0000

Over 100 delegates from academia, the police, youth justice and probation services, and the charity sector gathered at Park Campus recently to discuss what can be done to prevent extremism.

15x15x£15 2011: Christmas Exhibition at Avenue Gallery

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:57:00 +0000

A sale of original artwork by students and staff at The University of Northampton’s School of The Arts opens on Monday 5 December at the University’s Avenue Gallery.

‘Leadership can, and must be developed in economic crisis’

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 10:46:00 +0000

A new Master’s programme in Business Leadership (MBL) has been launched at The University of Northampton.

University of Northampton strengthens ties with Santander

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:41:00 +0000

The University of Northampton has strengthened its partnership with global bank, Santander, through its Santander Universities Global Division, after renewing an existing agreement signed in 2008.

Online toolkit launched for universities to maximise on international collaborations

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:50:00 +0000

An open access online toolkit to help universities develop their international collaborations has been launched by The University of Northampton.

Solicitor General speaks on the value of justice

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:05:00 +0000

Edward Garnier QC MP, Solicitor General for England, Wales and Northern Ireland has stated that the current economic climate must not be allowed to damage the legal system and those it serves.

University supports CAB pro bono clinic launch

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:16:00 +0000

Law staff and students from The University of Northampton’s School of Social Sciences have given their expertise to the Northampton and District Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) pro bono clinic.

University's iCon triumphs with Environmental Sustainability Award

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:13:00 +0000

The University of Northampton's iCon Centre has been awarded the prestigious 'Environmental Sustainability' award at the recent East Midlands Constructing Excellence Awards 2011.