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At today's Holocaust Memorial Event held at the @uninorthampton.bsky.social we remembered Gerry Gable, who spent his life fighting hard against the far right and trying to put meaning to the words 'Never Again'. A fantastic set of talks, including a thought provoking keynote from Dr Manny Barot.
February 2, 2026 at 4:29 PM
The #RoyalMint say no new 2p #coins have been minted since 2021 and no 1p coins since 2022.

Senior Lecturer Kate Ironside’s dad designed one side of the first decimal coins. She spoke to BBC Northampton's Liz Jeeves about what happened.

bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... 🪙1hr24mins.
February 2, 2026 at 11:59 AM
This week's In the news is out & coverage about #UON includes Dr Brett Baxter talking about this Thursday's Cafe Scientifique research talks & Assoc. Prof. Dr Patrice Seuwou writing about making assessment criteria more inclusive.

www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-26-january-1-february-2026/
February 2, 2026 at 9:45 AM
A good news story x2 this afternoon - #UON's Eunice Lumsden received a Lifetime Achievement trophy at the Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network Awards.

Graduate Christina Ama Aframoah was named Outstanding #EarlyChildhood Practitioner of the Year.

🏆🏆 bit.ly/4qWMfTe

#earlyyears #childhood
January 30, 2026 at 12:20 PM
Next Thu we will hold the first Café Scientifique #research talks of 2026.

There will be two speakers incl. Dr Brett Baxter. He updated
NLive Radio about his talk - the benefits of eccentric #exercise.

📻 player.autopod.xyz/1175888 2h29m.

For the Cafe - bit.ly/CafeSciFeb26
January 28, 2026 at 10:10 AM
In his latest article for @timeshighered.bsky.social Associate Professor, Dr Patrice Seuwou, writes about how to make assessment criteria more inclusive while maintaining academic standards.

www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/how-make-higher-education-assessments-inclusive
How to make higher education assessments inclusive
When we design assessment with transparency, cultural awareness and inclusivity in mind, it becomes a tool for supporting learning rather than measuring it, writes Patrice Seuwou and explains how
www.timeshighereducation.com
January 28, 2026 at 10:10 AM
"Healthcare-related degrees consistently rank among those with the highest levels of satisfaction both during study and after graduation..."

Our #OccupationalTherapy degree features on the Study International website as a top #OT course. 👏

studyinternational.com/news/highest...
9 best degrees that lead to the highest job satisfaction
Life is short. You deserve a career that lets you be your best self -- the degrees that lead to the highest job satisfaction make this possible.
studyinternational.com
January 27, 2026 at 9:23 AM
“It is normal for #PrimeMinisters to go through rough periods...but can they keep their party behind them?”

Should #Labour stick with #KeirStarmer or switch leader? Kate Ironside gave her thoughts to BBC Radio 3 Counties presenter @theofficialjvs.bsky.social.

bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... 📻2hrs 8mins
The JVS Show - Do you think the Labour Party should stick with Keir Starmer or find a new leader? - BBC Sounds
JVS fights for your consumer rights, plus Beds, Herts and Bucks big conversation.
bbc.co.uk
January 26, 2026 at 3:30 PM
This week's In the news is out and recent University of Northampton media coverage includes the effectiveness of agri-environment schemes and our Employers Connect event on 9 February, in time for National #Apprenticeships Week.

www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-19-25-january-2026/
January 26, 2026 at 12:16 PM
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CFP: Nostalgia and Radical Politics, Past and Present (15-16 June, @uninorthampton.bsky.social) 🗃️We are interested in how nostalgia – which has often been associated with conservatism – is utilised by individuals, groups and movements that may be characterised as politically radical.
Call For Papers: Nostalgia and Radical Politics, Past and Present | UON
Centre for Historical Studies, University of Northampton, UK Monday 15 – Tuesday 16 June 2026 Nostalgia, defined most simply as a wistful or...
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January 20, 2026 at 5:12 PM
“Degree #Apprenticeships bring benefits for employers, their workforce and wider society and the economy.”

Our teams are gearing up for Employers Connect, for local businesses to find out more about Degree Apps. on 9 February, which is the start of National Apprenticeships Week.

bit.ly/4qIdMr2
January 21, 2026 at 12:39 PM
The latest 'In the news' is out. Media coverage includes:

🎙️Journalism's Kate Ironside talking about a #Tory defection.
🕷️New therapy to help with #phobias.
👣A #Podiatry graduate helped a boy suffering from a health condition...and more.

www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-12-17-january-2025/
January 19, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Our Nov 2025 #Graduation ceremonies are now available to watch on YouTube. Relive the memories or share with your families! 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓🎓

Did you know we have most graduation ceremonies since 2015 archived to view? Head to our channel and find your special day.

📽️ ow.ly/Qzsj50XWABG
January 15, 2026 at 2:12 PM
Former #Conservative Chancellor #NadhimZahawi has defected to the #Reform party.

#UON Journalism lecturer Kate Ironside gave her expert view on what’s happening to BBC Radio Three Counties presenter @theofficialjvs.bsky.social.

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002pgdl 📻1hr 39m
The JVS Show - How do you feel about Reform now? - BBC Sounds
JVS fights for your consumer rights, plus Beds, Herts and Bucks big conversation.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 14, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Three #UON graduates are up for trophies at the Early Childhood Studies Degree Network Awards event, 23 Jan. Children's author #MichaelRosen will be the compere.

www.northampton.ac.uk/news/university-graduates-make-the-shortlist-for-prestigious-early-childhood-studies-degree-network-awards/
January 13, 2026 at 11:53 AM
Some 'top of the world' news about an intrepid, charity-supporting #UON #graduate.

Boo Forster-Haig and co. will traverse part of the Andes on horseback to support a friend who is wheelchair dependent.

Their donation page is below - all the best, team!

gofund.me/db2b469a8
January 13, 2026 at 10:26 AM
The latest In the news is out. Media coverage includes:

✅Dr Drew Gray talking with @lucyworsley.bsky.social about Victorian #murders for a new BBC programme.
✅Dr Tracey Redwood discussing the impact of the #menopause on businesses...& more!

www.northampton.ac.uk/news/in-the-news-5-11-january-2026/
January 12, 2026 at 11:08 AM
Great to see our next Cafe Scientifique #research discussion in the Northamptonshire Telegraph.

It'll be on Thu 5 Feb and will cover single mums/online dating and eccentric exercise.

www.northantstelegraph.co.uk/arts-and-culture/double-bill-of-talks-for-university-of-northampton-5468213?r=5077
Double bill of talks for University of Northampton
University of Northampton starts its 2026 programme of research talks with a double bill on Thursday, February 5 at The Bee Hive on Harborough Road.
www.northantstelegraph.co.uk
January 9, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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January 8, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Congrats to #Midwifery graduate Hauwa Hamza who's won a national award.

She was named Midwife of the Year at the first ever British Muslim Health Awards for "compassion, integrity, and service."

bit.ly/3YP9EJT
Muslim Midwife of the Year Award for Northampton General Hospital's Hauwa
A University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) midwife has won Midwife of the Year at the first ever British Muslim Health Awards 2025.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:48 PM
We have a great double bill of #research talks for our first #CafeScientifique of '26.

Sarah Ibordor will discuss single #mothers, stigma and online dating.

Brett A Baxter will talk about eccentric #exercise and its role in #medicine.

The free event is on Thu 5 Feb, 5pm.👇

bit.ly/CafeSciFeb26
January 8, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Associate Professor Dr Tracey Redwood sat down to talk with NLive Radio’s Open 4 Business host Adrian Pryce about the transition women undergo as they go through the #menopause and the impact on businesses.

📻 player.autopod.xyz/1151557
January 7, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Well that's a wrap for 2025 folks, around for anything urgent, but will be fully back in the loop Monday 5 January 2026. Have a great Christmas everyone and a prosperous New Year!
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December 19, 2025 at 5:52 PM