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2012
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Worcester Student Throws Personal Best to Take Fourth Place at Olympic Park
Monday, 21 May 2012A University of Worcester student threw a personal best at the Olympic Park to take fourth place in the Javelin at the recent BUCS Outdoor Athletics championships.
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Pupils to Delve into Science of Farming through Interactive Performance
Monday, 21 May 2012Pupils from schools and college across Worcestershire will be exploring man’s relationship with animals through a special interactive performance by University of Worcester students.
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Students Work to Go On Display at End of Degree Show
Wednesday, 16 May 2012An impressive display of art work by University of Worcester students will open to the public next week.
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Female Newsreaders Recruited as Eye Candy, Researchers Claim
Wednesday, 16 May 2012Female newsreaders are being recruited as “eye candy” by broadcasters, according to academic research conducted at the University of Worcester.
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University Staff Awarded Police's Community Safety Accreditation Scheme
Tuesday, 15 May 2012Eleven members of staff at the University of Worcester have now completed a rigorous assessment by West Mercia Constabulary to pass its Community Safety Accreditation Scheme.
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Student to Compete in World Kickboxing Championships in Florida
Monday, 14 May 2012A young kickboxer has been awarded a £750 scholarship to assist him in competing at the World Kickboxing and Karate Association Championships in Orlando, Florida.
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Graphic Design Students Visit Industry-Leading London Studio
Friday, 11 May 2012Information design students from the University of Worcester’s Digital Arts Centre visited a leading design studio while on a recent visit to London.
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Worcester Student Interviews Ed Miliband
Thursday, 10 May 2012After little more than five days of work experience, a Journalism student from the University of Worcester found himself sitting face-to-face with leader of the opposition Ed Miliband.
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Leading Sport Experts Deliver Inspiring Workshops at Coaching Summit
Thursday, 10 May 2012Some of the Country’s leading sports experts gathered at the University of Worcester to inspire, inform and energise people at the annual Herefordshire and Worcestershire Coaching Summit.
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Schools and Children's Centres Pick Up New Award from University of Worcester
Wednesday, 09 May 2012More than 60 primary schools, children’s centres and early years settings picked up a new award from the University of Worcester’s Institute of Education, recognising outstanding regional partners in the world of education.
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Business Student Proves His Entrepreneurial Flare to Scoop Top Award
Wednesday, 09 May 2012A student, who admits he struggled with A-levels, has been named the University of Worcester Business School’s Most Promising Entrepreneur of the Year after scoring top grades and 100% attendance.
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Cash Prizes up for Grabs to Students Thanks to Personal Donation from City Lawyer
Monday, 07 May 2012Sport-loving students at the University of Worcester who get involved in encouraging others to participate could win one of three new prizes put forward by a leading City lawyer.
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New Online Journal Brings Leading Basketball Research to the Forefront
Friday, 04 May 2012A new online journal featuring leading academic research in the field of basketball has been launched.
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Worcester Sports Student to Carry Olympic Torch on Day One of Relay
Thursday, 03 May 2012A first year sports student at the University of Worcester will be one of the first people to carry the Olympic Torch as it travels the length and breadth of Great Britain.
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Worcester Schools Compete in Special Olympics Event
Wednesday, 02 May 2012Pupils from eight schools across Worcester got in the spirit of the Olympics at a special event organised by students at the University of Worcester.
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Former Students to Tie the Knot in First Wedding at University’s City Campus
Wednesday, 02 May 2012A young couple who met while studying at the University of Worcester are returning to the University to get married in September.
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Sport Student Secures Opportunity of a Lifetime Handing out Olympic Medals
Monday, 30 April 2012A Sports Coaching Science student at the University of Worcester will have the prestigious job of handing out medals to the World’s top athletes at the Olympics and Paralympics this summer.
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Her Majesty The Queen to Open The Hive
Monday, 30 April 2012As part of The Queen’s regional tour for the Diamond Jubilee, she will be visiting Worcester on 11th July.
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Sustainability Debate Raises Number of Questions
Friday, 27 April 2012A lively debate around the theme of sustainability took place at the University of Worcester with some leading public figures in the hot seat.
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Worcester Wolves Visit Site of New Worcester Arena
Thursday, 26 April 2012The Worcester Wolves basketball team paid a visit to the site of their new home ahead of their play-offs clash this weekend.
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Nursing Students Receive Vital Training in Working with People Living with Dementia
Wednesday, 25 April 2012First year nursing students at the University of Worcester are to take part in a one-day conference about working with people living with dementia.
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Worcester Geographers to Assist Researchers in Chile
Monday, 23 April 2012Researchers from the University of Worcester will be assisting in a major project looking to protect endangered species in a Chilean river.
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Student Nurses Walk Five Miles Between University and Hospital for Cancer Research UK
Monday, 23 April 2012Seven student nurses from the University of Worcester under took a five mile charity walk after being inspired by their studies.
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Students Illustrations go on Display at Cathedral Plaza
Thursday, 19 April 2012Illustration students from the University of Worcester will be showcasing their work in the centre of the City next month.
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Staff and Graduates Selected to Represent Great Britain at Paralympic Games
Thursday, 19 April 2012A member of staff and two graduates of the University of Worcester have been named in the Great Britain Blind Football squad for the 2012 Paralympic Games.
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Worcester Cheerleaders Take National Title
Tuesday, 17 April 2012Cheerleaders from the University of Worcester were crowned Grand Champions at the British Cheerleading Association's 2012 University National Championships on as they back-flipped their way to the title.
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David Miliband MP Takes a Tour of the University
Tuesday, 17 April 2012MP David Miliband said he had been “inspired” during a visit to the University of Worcester today.
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Art Students on the Hunt for Vacant Premises to Establish New Studios
Monday, 16 April 2012Two art students at the University of Worcester have set about a search for premises in the City to establish new studios.
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Scholarship helps Design Student attend Conference in Amsterdam
Friday, 13 April 2012A Graphic Design and Multimedia student enjoyed networking at a prestigious international conference thanks to a scholarship from the University of Worcester.
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Postcard Auction to Raise Funds for Graduate Exhibition
Thursday, 12 April 2012An auction of original postcards will take place at the University of Worcester’s art studios in Hylton Road next week.
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NCT and University of Worcester Launch New Courses for Parenting Education
Thursday, 12 April 2012Applications have opened for a new university-accredited Certificate of Higher Education for people wanting to support parents in the transition to parenthood.
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Foraging Expert Shares His Tips with Students
Friday, 30 March 2012Self sufficient guru and professional forager Andy Hamilton made a special appearance at the University of Worcester to talk to students on a children’s book design module.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Posts Installed at University
Friday, 30 March 2012Two electric vehicle charging posts have been installed at the University of Worcester as part of its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint.
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Digital Arts Lecturer to Showcase 30 Years of Work in TV
Friday, 30 March 2012A University of Worcester digital arts lecturer is to showcase 30 years of work in the TV industry during a special exhibition.
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Opportunity to Learn about the 'Beautiful Game' from UK and Brazil Professionals
Thursday, 29 March 2012Teachers, students and coaches with a passion for football are invited to sign up for special course exploring UK and Brazil methods of the game.
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Businesses Urged to Take Action on Cyber Security
Wednesday, 28 March 2012Small and medium sized businesses could be leaving themselves and their partners exposed to computer hackers because of a lack of understanding of information systems.
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Teaching Staff Get Involved in Disability Sport Session
Tuesday, 27 March 2012A special course, aimed at equipping teachers with the skills to encourage disabled young people to get involved in sport, was held at the University of Worcester.
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Solar Panels Installed at University of Worcester
Monday, 26 March 2012Solar photovoltaic panels have been installed at the University of Worcester’s St John’s Campus to help reduce the University’s carbon footprint.
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Design Students Create Eco Packaging Solutions for Local Brewery
Monday, 26 March 2012Design students from the University of Worcester have been working on a sustainable packaging project to support the Wye Valley Brewery in Herefordshire.
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University of Worcester Celebrates Regional Partnerships with New Award
Friday, 23 March 2012The University of Worcester’s Institute of Education has launched a new award recognising outstanding regional partners in the world of education.
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UK'S Leading Sports Coaches Head to Worcester for Annual Coaching Summit
Wednesday, 21 March 2012With the London 2012 Games now just months away, there has never been a more exciting time to be involved in sports coaching.
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University's Men's Basketball Team Takes Championship Title for Sixth Time
Monday, 19 March 2012The University of Worcester’s men’s basketball team has taken the British Universities and Colleges Sports championship title for the sixth time in eight years.
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Students Tasked with Designing Signage for Route to the Hills Project
Wednesday, 14 March 2012Graphic design and multimedia students at the University of Worcester are helping a local authority to develop new signage concepts for tourists and pedestrians.
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Charity Quiz Night Raises More Than £1,000
Wednesday, 14 March 2012An annual charity quiz night at the University of Worcester raised a record £1,172.
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British Medical Association Members Retrace History with Special Visit
Wednesday, 14 March 2012Representatives from three local divisions of the British Medical Association made an historic visit to the boardroom where the Association was established in 1832.
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Nursing and Midwifery Council Gives Glowing Report of Training at University of Worcester
Tuesday, 13 March 2012The education and training of nurses at the University of Worcester has received a glowing report from the national professional body for nurses.
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University Knitters Create Patchwork Blankets for Worcester Snoezelen
Monday, 12 March 2012Three patchwork blankets knitted by staff at the University of Worcester have been handed over to a local charity for people with disabilities.
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University Park Gets £1m Funding Boost
Tuesday, 06 March 2012The development of University Park in Worcester has received a £1m boost from the Government’s Growing Places Fund.
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University of Worcester Celebrates Regional Partnerships with New Award
Friday, 02 March 2012The University of Worcester's Institute of Education is launching a new award recognising outstanding regional partners in the world of education.
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Student Nurse Conquers Kilimanjaro in Aid of Forces Charity
Wednesday, 29 February 2012Following months of training and fundraising, University of Worcester student Lucinda Caddick has succeeded in climbing the World’s largest free standing mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro.
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Midwifery Student Shortlisted for National Scholarship Award
Tuesday, 28 February 2012A midwifery student at the University of Worcester was shortlisted for a prestigious national scholarship offered by a leading charity for nurses.
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Accommodation at University of Worcester Praised by Enjoy England Inspectors
Tuesday, 28 February 2012The University of Worcester has been reaccredited under the Quality in Tourism Assessment scheme for the third year.
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Guardian Children's Book Editor Drops in at University
Monday, 27 February 2012Writer and Guardian Children’s Book Editor, Julia Eccleshare, shared her experiences with students at the University of Worcester during a visit last week.
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Conference Explores Role of Women in Development Across the World
Monday, 27 February 2012A conference exploring the inequalities between men and women across the world will take place at the University of Worcester, marking International Women’s Day.
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Tommy Freeman is Top of the Class
Friday, 24 February 2012Worcester Wolves star Tommy Freeman has garnered the outstanding honour of being named as February’s Molten BBL Player of the Month.
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Illustration Student Wins Major Animation Deal
Monday, 20 February 2012An illustration student at the University of Worcester has won a prestigious competition to illustrate an entire series of children’s characters.
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Premier League Footballer Inspires Children on Campus
Wednesday, 15 February 2012A Premier League footballer dropped in at the University of Worcester to meet children on a local football camp.
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University Awarded Contract to Assess Firefighters' Fitness
Tuesday, 14 February 2012The University of Worcester has won a new contract to carry out fitness assessments for firefighters across Worcestershire, Herefordshire and Shropshire.
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University of Worcester Student Scoops £1,000 Business Scholarship
Friday, 10 February 2012A third year business student has landed a £1,000 scholarship to help establish her own website firm.
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University Basketball Academy Flourishes with Influx of New Coaches
Thursday, 09 February 2012A leading university basketball academy is thriving with almost 20 coaches now qualified to deliver programmes to children right through to elite players.
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Student Nurse to Climb Kilimanjaro with Help from Scholarship
Thursday, 09 February 2012A student nurse at the University of Worcester will climb Mount Kilimanjaro this month, after forging a friendship with the most wounded British soldier to survive the Afghanistan conflict.
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Shadow Minister for Higher Education Visits University of Worcester
Wednesday, 08 February 2012The Shadow Minister for Higher Education toured the University of Worcester during a trip to the City.
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New Study Explores Social Care in Retirement Housing
Wednesday, 08 February 2012A major new study exploring how best to provide social care in retirement housing has been launched.
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Staff and Students Go Green to Promote Sustainability
Monday, 06 February 2012The chance to drive an electric car, play dodgeball and wheelie bin races are among the activities taking place at the University of Worcester for Go Green Week.
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One of the UK's Top Teachers Shares his Experience with Worcester Trainees
Monday, 06 February 2012A leading educationalist delivered an inspiring workshop to trainee teachers at the University of Worcester.
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Brave Schoolgirl McAyla Kicks Starts Arena Construction
Saturday, 04 February 2012Schoolgirl and Pride of Britain Award winner McAyla Johnston helped kick-start the laying of foundations at the state-of-the-art new Worcester Arena.
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Places Still Available on the MSc in European Basketball Coaching Science Course
Thursday, 02 February 2012The MSc European Basketball Coaching Science course will welcome its third cohort of students this summer in Kaunas, Lithuania.
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Former Staff Members Invited to University Tea Party
Thursday, 02 February 2012Former members of staff at the University of Worcester are being invited to a special tea party.
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Enjoy a Night at the Races with the University of Worcester
Wednesday, 01 February 2012Fancy a night at the races this winter without having to stand out in the cold?
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Record drop in university applications spells more problems for the UK economy, Vice Chancellor warns
Monday, 30 January 2012The Government needs to take urgent action to address a record decline in UK university intakes that will damage the UK’s economic recovery and blight the long-term career prospects of thousands of young people, a university vice chancellor warned today.
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Javelin Thrower Launches His Way to Success
Wednesday, 25 January 2012A young javelin thrower with ambitions to compete at the Commonwealth and Olympic Games has received a scholarship from the University of Worcester.
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Country's First Disability Sport Degree Launched in Run up to 2012 Paralympic Games
Wednesday, 25 January 2012As the 2012 London Paralympics Games draw closer, the University of Worcester has launched a new named degree for those wanting to study and ultimately work in disability sport.
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Family Fun With A Difference in Magical Play Set in an Attic
Monday, 23 January 2012A magical play set in an attic full of old toys, clothes and memories will be staged at Malvern Theatres this weekend.
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Business Students Juggle Studies with Opening New Sushi Bar in Worcester
Tuesday, 17 January 2012Two international business students from the University of Worcester are juggling their studies with setting up their own business in the City.
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Stroke Survivors in Worcester Sought for Pioneering Research Project
Monday, 16 January 2012Volunteers from Worcester are invited to take part in a research project looking at how a metronome can be used to aid stroke survivors’ walking.
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Primary School Teacher Scoops National Scholarship
Friday, 13 January 2012A primary school teacher has been awarded a prestigious national scholarship to further her education with a Masters degree.
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Free Course Focused on Food Allergies
Thursday, 12 January 2012A free one day course focusing on food allergies is taking place at the University of Worcester later this month.
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Folk Band Brings Sounds of Eastern Europe to Worcester
Monday, 09 January 2012The New Budapest Café Orchestra will be performing live at the University of Worcester next month.
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University's Key to Health and Wellbeing
Friday, 06 January 2012The University of Worcester has launched a new initiative to help the people of Worcester get back into shape after the Christmas and New Year festivities.
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Business Graduate Receives Award for HR Studies
Thursday, 05 January 2012A business graduate from the University of Worcester has been presented with a top prize for her work in human resources.
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University Students Design Interactive Computer Game for Elgar Birthplace Museum
Wednesday, 04 January 2012Computer gaming students at the University of Worcester are helping to design a new interactive game for a City museum.
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Expertise at the University is varied and examples include:
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- Flooding
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- Nutrition
To find out if we have an expert who can help with your inquiry and to arrange an interview, please contact the Press Office on 01905 857517 or email press@worc.ac.uk.









