In the news: 12-18 April 2024

A round up of recent mentions in the media of the University, our staff and students.

BBC TV’s QI programme talked about universities during a recent episode. The University of Northampton being the third higher education facility established in England (in 1261) was one of the conversation pieces. Watch here (the UON segment starts at just after 8 minutes).

An interview question had Nursing student Chioma Vivian Ezuni thinking about how there is always room for improvement in integrating patient experiences into students’ education. See her latest Nursing Times blog for more.

New research from the University’s Psychology department – supported by a grant from the British Academy – will look into creating a self-help tool to help trans and gender non-conforming people to better navigate their gender identity, as reported by GScene.

Senior Lecturer in Acting & Drama Owain Rose’s latest Theatre Weekly review critiques Princess Smartypants on Tour, the “energetic adaptation of the much-loved children’s story”.

For the latest Practising Midwife podcast, Senior Lecturer Anna Madeley talked about the passion for midwifery of students at University of Northampton and her PhD about the experiences of women making ‘non-normative’ decisions.

The University is hosting a talk on Friday 3 May for anyone interested in finding out more about the physical and mental health benefits of fishing. See the Chronicle & Echo for more.

Associate Professor Adrian Pryce is quoted in a Business Times article about a recent sustainable businesses event held at Waterside campus.