"The lecturers are all friendly and approachable; with their support – and Mum’s! – I think I’ve got this in hand.” See the Midlands Gazette for more about Shumi and Evan and Welcome Fortnight at #UON. midlandsgazette.com/education/mother-son-degrees-university-northampton/

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After a (relatively) quiet summer, University of Northampton’s (UON) Waterside Campus buzzed with fun and exploration during the annual Welcome Fortnight. Welcome Fortnight runs until Saturday 3 Octob...

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Welcome Fortnight at #UON means thousands of new students - & those returning to learning - including mother & son Shumi and Evan, who want their degrees to add insights to their family life. www.northampton.ac.uk/news/family-ties-shumi-and-evan-look-to-learn-about-subjects-close-to-their-hearts/

Following #AndyBurnham’s emotional party conference speech, would you be prepared to pay more so everyone received better #socialcare? Discussing this with BBC Radio's @vicminett.bsky.social was Senior Lecturer in Journalism & Media Kate Ironside. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0031png 📻17mins

Vic Minett - 30/09/2026 - BBC Sounds

Vic has great stories, great guests and The Rewind.

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“Everybody is having palpitations because a Prime Minister can deliver a speech… but what’s the substance?” At the Labour Party Conference, #AndyBurnham outlined his plans. #UON's Kate Ironside gave her thoughts to BBC Northamptonshire's Annabel Amos. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0031s81 🎙️1hr11

Annabel Amos - 30/09/2026 - BBC Sounds

Annabel brings you local news and an entertaining start to your Northamptonshire day.

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Teaching and learning for new and returning students started yesterday. Tom Berry spoke to the BBC's James Grant about his first days at #UON. Pro-Vice Chancellor @aewilby.bsky.social Wilby summed up how we're helping everyone settle in. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0031s45 (Alice 1h25. Tom 2hr22).

#Journalism student Tom has dived right into his first week of studies after an interview with BBC radio about coming to university. Tune in tomorrow at 8:40am & at 7:40am to hear from @aewilby.bsky.social, Pro-VC, about the new academic term. 📻 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live/bbc_radio_northampton

British citizens report a "wave" of recent and overtly racist attacks - what's fuelling this rise? #UON expert on the far right Professor Paul Jackson explains in the Jamaica Inquirer. jamaicainquirer.com/they-told-me-to-go-back-to-my-country-inside-the-uks-wave-of-racism/

‘They told me to go back to my country’: Inside the UK’s wave of racism  - Jamaica Inquirer – Daily Jamaica News

Manchester, United Kingdom – Agnes Peters, a care worker from Manchester, vividly remembers the moment she was targeted for her race.

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The benefits of public health interventions such as dental nurse school visits will be explored during a research talk at 5pm tmrw. www.northamptonchron.co.uk/your-world/brushing-up-on-good-oral-health-the-public-health-benefits-of-school-visits-from-dental-nursing-students-and-staff-9130820

Brushing up on good oral health. The public health benefits of school visits from Dental Nursing students and staff

Brushing up on good oral health. The public health benefits of school visits from Dental Nursing students and staff

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The benefits of #DentalNursing public health interventions will be explored during a research talk at 5pm tmrw. See this article for more. www.northamptonchron.co.uk/your-world/brushing-up-on-good-oral-health-the-public-health-benefits-of-school-visits-from-dental-nursing-students-and-staff-9130820

Brushing up on good oral health. The public health benefits of school visits from Dental Nursing students and staff

Brushing up on good oral health. The public health benefits of school visits from Dental Nursing students and staff

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Catch up on the past fortnight's media coverage of #UON with In the news. Articles and broadcast mentions cover the Future Communities event with Universities UK and our continued rise in The Guardian's Good University Guide. www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-7-20-september-2026/

In the news: 7-13 September 2026 | University of Northampton

A selection of recent media coverage about the University, our graduates, staff and students. People from across the county came together to share...

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Every year, our #DentalNursing team organise placements for their students in primary schools to deliver health workshops for the school children. See this story for more with details about our related Cafe Scientifique research talk on Thursday 24 September. bit.ly/4hz2SSr

Brushing up on good oral health. The public health benefits of school visits from Dental Nursing students and staff | UON

Health students from University of Northampton (UON) are ‘polishing’ the health of future generations during annual, school-based demonstrations...

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Do professionals in the #funeral industry report #paranormal experiences? If so, why does this happen? See Dr Cal Cooper's @forteantimes.bsky.social article for more. pressreader.com/uk/fortean-times/20261001/281496463137269 #parapsychology #funerals #psychology #thanatology

Our Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Clinic - part of the Health & Rehabilitation Centre - reopens for appointments Wed 30 Sep. northampton.ac.uk/about-us/services-and-facilities/health-and-rehabilitation-centre/sports-injury-and-rehabilitation-clinic-sirc/sports-injury-and-rehabilitation-services

Sports Injury and Rehabilitation Services | UON

Initial Appointment This includes a subjective history of how, when and where the injury happened, how the injury is affecting you, and your previous...

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"We are proud to have been a part of this incredible initiative for valued health service professionals." The #ProfessionalAdvocate role is five years old this year. Find out how our course supports those who support our health. bit.ly/4AhPfys

Helping those who help the nation: Health professionals peer support course marks fifth year nationally and at University of Northampton | UON

Peer-to-peer support for NHS staff, thanks to training from University of Northampton (UON), is just what the doctor ordered with a dedicated course...

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#UON research finds a gap between how #play is understood and the conditions in which this knowledge are put into practice. See @eyalliance.bsky.social for more. www.eyalliance.org.uk/news-events/news/early-years-pressures-hindering-effective-learning-through-play-in-settings-report-finds/

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The report finds a significant gap between how play is understood and the conditions in which this knowledge be put into practice effectively

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A fascinating interview in London Cult with Dr Evgeniya Volkovyskaya about the practice of #psychology in #Russia and the UK and the impact of emigrating can bring, personally and professionally. londoncult.co.uk/doktor-yevgeniya-volkovyskaya-ob-emigratsii-vygoranii-i-zhizni-mezhdu-dvumya-mirami/

Доктор Евгения Волковыская об эмиграции, выгорании и жизни между двумя мирами | London Cult.

Евгения Волковыская более 15 лет работает с людьми, переживающими тревогу, стресс, психологические травмы, профессиональное выгорание и сложные жизненные перемены. Свой профессиональный путь она начин...

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There are heritage events this week and someone who enjoys showing off the town is Louisa Munro, who is also Lead Clinical Assessor at our Competence Test Centre. She spoke about this with BBC Radio Northamptonshire. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m00314zy 1hr10mins. #Insta - a.lens.through.the.teyn

Annabel Amos - 14/09/2026 - BBC Sounds

Annabel brings you local news and an entertaining start to your Northamptonshire day.

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See the Chronicle & Echo for more about our new Health and Rehabilitation Centre - #physiotherapy, #podiatry, #sportsrehab and sport and health tests. www.northamptonchron.co.uk/your-world/university-of-northampton-announces-new-health-and-rehabilitation-centre-for-the-community-8974406

University of Northampton announces new Health and Rehabilitation Centre for the community

University of Northampton announces new Health and Rehabilitation Centre for the community

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The University is again proud to welcome #AmazingNorthamptonRun participants, as part of the route comes through Waterside Campus. Come along to cheer them on this Sunday.🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏅 Full details about the event and to register 👇 www.theamazingnorthamptonrun.co.uk/

The Amazing Northampton Run

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The Lindsay Clancy case has split public opinion in the USA. Clancy has been on trial after killing her three young children. #UON Vice Chanellor Professor Anne-Marie Kilday spoke to Le Temps about mothers who commit infanticide. bit.ly/4iNqVht

"It has become a hot topic in the United States": what does the fascination with the Lindsay Clancy case reveal? - Le Temps

Accused of killing her three children in 2023, this American mother has attracted unprecedented public support. A specialist in criminal history and a forensic psychiatrist analyse a long-standing ten...

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“Political parties face strict rules on donations… it is important they get this right” #Reform appears to have encouraged an overseas donor to pay for favourable polls. Discussing this with BBC Radio's @theofficialjvs.bsky.social was #UON's Kate Ironside. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0030lrd 📻2h18m

The JVS Show - How do you feel about Reform UK now? - BBC Sounds

JVS fights for your consumer rights, plus Beds, Herts and Bucks big conversation.

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Our #Podiatry Clinic has a new partner, name but same location. The Health and Rehabilitation Centre brings together existing services that also include sports rehabilitation and injury and sport/health testing with a new service - #physiotherapy. bit.ly/4yj93Q2

University of Northampton's Podiatry Clinic welcomes a new addition – Physiotherapy | UON

University of Northampton's Podiatry Clinic is now renamed The Health and Rehabilitation Centre and encompasses new services for the community -...

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We'll host the Headfest #mentalhealth event next Thu, which is also World Suicide Prevention Day. All are welcome; see the Chronicle & Echo for more. www.northamptonchron.co.uk/education/free-northampton-mental-health-festival-returns-on-world-suicide-prevention-day-8957149

Free Northampton mental health festival returns on World Suicide Prevention Day

The University of Northampton is set to host a free event bringing together organisations, charities and community groups to promote positive mental health and wellbeing.

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It's the start of the bank holiday, but universities get an extra, 'closed day' on Tuesday. The News team will be back at work on Wednesday 2 September. 🗞️📺📻

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ALT: Its Bank Holiday Long Weekend

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MSc #Physiotherapy students Daniel and Maezell both recently completed a successful placement at Rathgar Care Home. Safe to say it was an educational, transformative experience for all. See this blog for more. www.northampton.ac.uk/blog/our-physiotherapy-placement-success/

Our Physiotherapy placement success | University of Northampton

MSc Physiotherapy placement at UON Our MSc Physiotherapy students Daniel and Maezell both recently completed a successful placement at local...

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Our first-year #MentalHealth Nursing students have enhanced confidence and preparedness to support people at risk of #suicide following 'first aid' training. #research #nursing #journal 👇 bit.ly/4gsWMRW

The latest In the news is ready to read. Media coverage includes a blog for HEPI from our Interim Vice Chancellor about the Government's planned social media ban, plus a toolkit to create more inclusive higher education curriculum. www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-10-23-august-2026/

In the news: 10-23 August 2026 | University of Northampton

A round up of mentions in the media of the University, our graduates, staff and students. Becky Bradshaw, the University’s Interim Vice...

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From the classroom to the #EuropeanAthletics Championships! 🏃‍♀️🎙️ Seven #UON #Journalism students gained hands-on experience in Birmingham, working in reporting, athlete interviews, media operations & broadcast support. Check out the full story here: bit.ly/4gqao0i

Journalism students gain major event experience at European Athletics Championships | UON

Journalism students from the University of Northampton (UON) have gained first-hand experience of working at a major international sporting event after...

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Great news about our work attracting and supporting learners from less advantaged backgrounds. Data places us as the ninth #highereducation institution outside London for supporting #socialmobility through our student intake. bit.ly/45EYZVu

Creating positive change for individuals, families and communities: University of Northampton’s commitment to social mobility recognised as one of the best in the country | UON

University of Northampton has placed as the ninth-highest English university outside of London that welcomes students from less economically advantaged...

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"Not only is the students' work benefitting their studies, they are a great asset... to Great Glens." Excellent feedback about #Nursing students during their clinical placements at a local #mentalhealth facility. greatglens.co.uk/news/Blog%20Post%20Title%20One-3zaa9-zlxng-67tfc-2eg4g

Student Nurse Placements at Great Glens — Great Glens Site

Read about the vital work our Student Nurses are doing on their Placements at Great Glens.

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