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Why talking about memories with older family, friends and neighbours this holiday season could be essential for their wellbeing

This December, more than one million elderly people will experience loneliness and isolation according to figures by Age UK. As part of our Christmas campaign aimed at raising awareness of seasonal loneliness, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic Dr Catherine Armstrong has suggested one solution from the tiny island of Hawaii that could make a big difference to someone.
Pictured in the photo is Bill Bowley (left) and Joel Brocklehurst.

Students launch festive campaign to ensure all children have presents to open this Christmas

Students from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have launched a toy appeal to ensure Leicestershire children, who would otherwise receive nothing, have presents to open on Christmas Day.
photo of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Lightning playing against another team on the court.

Exclusive º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Sport ticket offer for local community unveiled

Residents of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ can watch some of the best young sporting talent in the country at a discounted rate thanks to a new exclusive ticket offer from the University.

Pictured is a man meditating.

Student’s story educates healthcare assistants on the benefits of exercise for those living with severe mental illness

A fictional story created by a º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student is being used by St Andrew’s Healthcare to educate staff on the benefits of exercise for those with severe mental health problems.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and Colombian researchers to work together for sustainable peace

A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic is to work with researchers in Colombia on a project that aims to address issues facing the country’s transition from conflict to peace.

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Local organisations supported through the University’s Community Donations Fund

Nine organisations based in-and-around º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ have been awarded funding to support worthwhile projects as part of the University’s Community Donations Open Fund.

Pictured is a diverse group of people supporting each other.

Academic appointed to prestigious professorship founded by Sir Peter Ustinov that looks to combat prejudice

A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic has been appointed to a respected international professorship that was established with the aim of combatting intolerance and prejudice.
Food waste.

From BOGOF offers to single-use packaging, expert panel discusses different food waste issues

Key policymakers, charities, business representatives and a Member of Parliament joined º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics on campus last month to discuss the main challenges of food waste.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, and President of The Bolashak Programme, Zhanbolat Meldeshov.

University signs agreement that will bring master’s and PhD students from Kazakhstan to º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ

The University's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, has signed an agreement that will enable high-performing students from Kazakhstan to study at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ.
Toilets in Nepal.

World Health Organisation recognises academics’ research into transgender-inclusive sanitation

The World Health Organisation has recognised a collaborative study on transgender-inclusive sanitation that features research undertaken by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London welcomes scholarship students from local area

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London has welcomed nine talented scholarship students from areas of east London.
Pictured is Lady Justice outside the Old Bailey.

Researchers are asking people to share their opinions on gender in law

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics are asking people to complete an opinion survey as part of a project exploring if gender is still relevant in modern law.
Pictured is a school child raising their hand to the teacher.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted for teacher training

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s teacher training has been graded as ‘outstanding’ – the best possible category – by the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted).
Wrestling resurgence show

Chekhov in the ring: the changing face of professional British wrestling

English and drama lecturer Dr Claire Warden researches avant-garde Russian theatre – she also stages and sells-out professional wrestling shows.
º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Autumn Graduate and Placement Fair 2018.

Careers Fair enjoyed by more than 6,000 students and hundreds of internationally-respected organisations

More than 6,000 students attended º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Autumn Graduate and Placement Fair and met with representatives from world-renowned organisations such as Samsung, Mercedes and British Airways.
Houses under construction.

Academics to help develop building materials that generate power as part of £36m government-funded project

Three º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics have received research funding as part of a £36m project that looks to accelerate market adoption of new solar-powered building design.
Tonga kids

Report highlights a culture of violence and abuse against children in Tonga

A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-led study aimed at investigating the experiences of children in Tonga has uncovered systemic and cultural abuse and mistreatment of children in families and schools.
photo of Richard Taylor with the recipients of the Community Donations Fund funding

Last chance to apply for º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Community Donations Open Fund

The University’s Community Donations Open Fund is still open for applications, but be quick – the deadline is only a few days away!
St Bartholomew's C Of E Primary School.

Students to work with community to design outdoor classroom for Leicestershire school

Students from º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ are to bring their learning to life by designing an outdoor classroom for a Leicestershire school.

Pictured is a donation box full of clothes.

Students donate thousands of items to local charities

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ students have donated thousands of items to local charities in a bid to help those in need and to divert resources from landfill.
Pictured is Dr Emiliano Renzi, of the School of Science, with ‘Storm Force.

Online game aims to save lives by educating children on how to identify storm surges

A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic hopes the online game they have developed will help save lives by teaching children how to identify early warnings of coastal flooding.

Pictured are members of the University community at the launch of The Start-Up Lab.

University community celebrate opening of The Start-Up Lab

A brand, new focal point at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ that aims to support entrepreneurial students to develop their businesses has officially opened.

Professor Roy Kalawsky.

Academic says being awarded Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair is "career highlight"

A leading º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic has been awarded a Royal Academy of Engineering Research Chair.
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Renowned national and international organisations join the Collaborative Project

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London is to collaborate with more than 30 respected national and international organisations for a project that challenges students to solve real business problems.
Vice Chancellor Professor Robert Allison interacting with youngsters in Zambia

Vice Chancellor hails Volunteer Zambia programme after summer visit

Vice Chancellor, Professor Robert Allison, visited Zambia this summer to experience and contribute to the Volunteer Zambia programme, an endeavour º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ has played a leading role in over the last ten years.