In the news: 7-13 April April 2023

A round up of mentions of our students, staff and the University over the past week.

Visiting Professor of Wastes Management Margaret Bates joined a BBC Radio 4 ‘Inside Science’ discussion about the UK’s recycling habits and see how well prepared we are as a nation to further our efforts in this area. Listen again here.

Senior Lecturer in Marketing Kardi Somerfield took part in BBC Northampton’s Lunchtime Takeaway with host Akylah Rodriguez. She talked about having a Norwegian name, the benefits of small talk and star signs/astrology. Listen again here (starts at 2hrs and 10mins).

Research by Professor Jane Murray about the value of arts education featured in the Chronicle and Echo.

GB Women’s Para Ice Hockey visited Waterside for bespoke, sports science training, as reported by the Chronicle and Echo.

Occupational Therapy student Nihad is also in the Chronicle and Echo talking about her placement – created by ‘OT’ graduate Hannah – at local food bank and charity Re:store.

The University’s rugby teams are preparing for their last and most competitive game of the year as reported by the Northamptonshire Telegraph.

Senior Lecturer in Strategy and International Business Adrian Pryce continued his regular Open4Business NLive Radio show, topics included UON’s forthcoming Sustainability Summit. Listen again here.