Community news

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Pro-Vice Chancellor for Enterprise part of Town Deal Board proposing £25m bid to transform º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

A new project developed by local business and community leaders aims to transform º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s economic growth by securing up to £25m of government funding.

Link between sitting for too long and stress to be explored as part of study

Researchers at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ are inviting people to take part in a study that explores the link between sitting down for long periods of time (eg sedentary behaviour) and short-term stress.
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From labelling homosexuality a ‘mental disorder’ to challenging stereotypes – new book reveals psychology has done a 180 when it comes to LGBTIQ representation

Psychologists in the mid-20th century believed that sexuality could be ‘corrected’ through therapy.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ celebrates LGBT+ History Month

This February, the University is hosting a series of activities and events to celebrate LGBT+ History Month which aims to promote equality and diversity.

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LU Arts event part of Leicester Comedy Festival 2020

The Happy Mondays Comedy Club on 10 February is part of the Leicester Comedy Festival, giving staff, students and the local community a chance to see some fantastic stand up on their doorstep.

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Public lecture: ‘No Outsiders’ with Andrew Moffat, MBE

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ based charity, Equality Action is hosting a public lecture focused on the school ethos that sparked protests and raised questions about relationship and sex education in British schools.

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Novel ideas to help you read more in 2020

Healthy diet starting to waver? Is a night in front of the telly once again more appealing than heading to the gym? Has your Dry January gotten a little bit damp?

Young people in care feel there are fewer opportunities for them to get involved in sport

Six out of 10 young people in care felt they did not have the same opportunities to take part in sport compared to friends who were not in care, according to a new report.
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Use Blue Monday to change your life and set goals, says willpower expert

Mondays suck let’s be honest, but the start of next week is going to cause even more groans as it’s officially the ‘most depressing day of the year’.
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Election 2019: the Brexit Campaign?

On 31 January º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London plays host to a conference that will revisit and reconsider the 2019 General Election.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ to host programme of events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ will be holding a week of events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day (27 January).
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First findings revealed from Twinning Project initiative

Academics from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have devised six pillars of success for partners involved in the nationwide Twinning Project – an initiative developed to help UK prisoners develop new skills.

Early childhood development among the Maasai in Kenya to be explored as part of a new study

Early childhood development and education in Kenya will be explored by academics at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ as part of new research.
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Sign up for the creative writing evening class at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

Back by popular demand, evening creative writing classes for staff, students and the general public are being run this term.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ helps local homelessness charity by providing meals to residents over the festive period

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is supporting a Leicestershire-based charity this month by cooking hot meals for people in the local community who rely on their services.

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Election coverage: thanks to Brexit, Labour had a media mountain to climb

You don’t have to deny the growing political significance of social media to accept that the mainstream media continue to play a vital role in informing and priming public opinion during elections. Moreover, both worlds are deeply connected. Fewer people are buying newspapers but plenty are accessing the same content online.

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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ supports local groups through the Community Donations Fund

10 organisations based in Charnwood received funding from the University as part of their Community Donations Fund.

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A reflection on one of the most popular Fruit Routes Harvests yet

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ hosted one of its most popular Fruit Routes Harvests to date, with guests of all ages in attendance.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Union launches Operation Jingle Bells for the second year – and they need your help!

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Students’ Union (LSU) is delighted to announce they are once again working in partnership with Toys on the Table to launch Operation Jingle Bells over the festive season.
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SUSTAINABLE HOME: Don’t trash the planet – take recycling seriously and try these tips

Recycling conserves resources, saves energy, protects the environment and reduces the number of items going to landfill.
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Student Village crowned the winner of the 2019 Charnwood Design Awards

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Student Village was announced the overall winner of this year’s Charnwood Design Awards.
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Start your festivities by singing along to carols at the University’s Christmas Choir Concert

Staff, students and members of the local community are invited to the University’s Christmas Choir Concert on Wednesday 4 December. Bring your voices, your friends and don’t forget a festive spirit too!
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A FLYING VISIT: Alumni return to campus to discuss helicopter operations in the Royal Navy

A Royal Navy helicopter from the Commando Helicopter Force took to the sky above º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ earlier this week as six naval officers returned to their old stomping ground to meet with current students.
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Virgin Media owner announces plans for 1,200 on-street electric vehicle chargers – and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ research will determine where they go

Liberty Global, the owner of Virgin Media, has unveiled plans to help revolutionise on-street electric vehicle (EV) charging – and º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics will play a crucial role in making the vision a reality.

The Joker to Guy Fawkes: why protesters around the world are wearing the same masks

From Hong Kong to Chile and from Lebanon to Iraq, people around the world are taking to the streets in protest against their leaders, writes Dr Aiden McGarry.