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Student Minds University Mental Health Charter Award recognition

Teesside University has received the Student Minds University Mental Health Charter Award, which recognises positive approach to student and staff mental health and wellbeing.Teesside University is one just 15 universities in the UK - and the only institution in the North East - to receive this recognition from Student Minds, which acknowledges commitment and investment in developing a whole-university approach the mental health. Student Minds is an independent voice for university mental health within higher education, public health, and the student community. The Student Minds

New affordable service launched at NHC to accelerate gene therapy development

The National Horizons Centre at Teesside University has launched VecTUs, a new research-grade BioVector production service. VecTUs has been created through the efforts of academic staff at the National Horizons Centre, the University’s national centre of excellence for bioscience and healthcare. BioVectors are specially designed carriers used to deliver genetic material like DNA or RNA into cells. They are important in gene therapy as they can be used to safely transport and deliver genetic material to fix or replace faulty genes in a person’s cells to treat or prevent

Digital excellence continues to be recognised at Teesside University

Teesside University is pleased to announce it has been recognised once again as an Apple Distinguished School for 2024 to 2027.Schools apply and are selected for this distinction based on their commitment to continuous innovation in education and using Apple products to inspire, imagine and impact teaching and learning. This continues the University’s current three-year designation from 2021 to 2024. Teesside University was first recognised as an Apple Distinguished School in 2021, acknowledging its success in creating an innovative and compelling learning environment which engages

Teesside University London welcomes inaugural graduates

The first graduates of Teesside University London have had their degrees formally bestowed upon them at the campus’ first ever graduation ceremony. The inaugural Teesside University London cohort had their achievements recognised in a formal ceremony presided over by the University’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mark Simpson. The campus, based at Here East in the Olympic Park at Stratford, East London, opened its doors to its first students in September 2023, with an initial focus on digital technology and enterprise. The new campus was established to bring

Researchers’ short film selected for BFI London Film Festival

A film made as a collaboration across arts and science research by Teesside University staff has been selected for a prestigious film festival. ‘Forms of Circulation #1 ’,  directed by Professor Sarah Perks and Dr Paul Stewart from the University’s School of Arts and Creative Industries, has been selected in the Experimenta strand of the 68th BFI London Film Festival. The film will be screened at the Institute of Contemporary Arts, London, on 19th October. The short film was shot mostly at the University’s National Horizons Centre in

Lovell and Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre collaborate on Tomorrow Home sustainable housing project

Teesside University’s Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre (NZIIC) has embarked on an innovative partnership with property developer Lovell to lead the charge in decarbonising domestic housing.Construction of two houses has been completed on Lovell's Cornish Park, Spennymoor development, ‘Tomorrow Home’. Both houses feature a high investment into a diverse range of energy technologies. This research project, in collaboration with the NZIIC, aims to investigate and optimise energy systems within domestic housing to align with the UK's net zero emissions target. The UK's pioneering move

Transatlantic football collaborations supporting athlete and student development

Close collaborations with elite soccer clubs in the United States are giving staff and students at Teesside University the opportunity to work alongside professional footballers supporting their training and development.Sports and exercise staff from the University’s School of Health & Life Sciences recently visited the United States where they helped forge relationships with two Major League Soccer (MLS) clubs, Colorado Rapids and D.C. United. The collaborations follow the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with David Beckham-owned MLS side Inter Miami CF 

Prestigious teaching fellowship for Teesside University academic

Daniel Moore has gone from a career in clinical practice as a chiropractor, working with the armed forces and sports organisations, to inspiring the next generation of chiropractors and health professionals.Daniel has earned prestigious national recognition for his work in guiding Teesside University chiropractic students as they navigate the transition towards their chosen healthcare profession. The Senior Lecturer and Chiropractic course lead in the University’s School of Health & Life Sciences has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in acknowledgement of his contribution to

Civil Service challenge gives students insight into policy-making

Students at Teesside University have gained first-hand experience into how major policy decisions are developed and implemented as part of a partnership with the Darlington Economic Campus (DEC). The 12 students took part in a six-week Policy Challenge which saw them split into three teams to develop policy ideas which were then pitched to a panel of civil servants at the DEC. The students were studying a range of undergraduate and postgraduate disciplines including BSc (Hons) Criminology, BSc (Hons) Sociology, MSc Criminology, MSc Social Research Methods, BA (Hons) History, BA

Bright future ahead for fashion graduate

Award-winning student and designer Joyce Tan showcased her latest collection on a runway in the fashion capital of the world before returning to Teesside for graduation.She was one of thousands to celebrate their academic success by crossing the stage at Teesside University’s summer graduation ceremonies. “I feel happy and excited to be moving into the next phase of my life,” smiled Joyce, who completed the BA (Hons) Fashion Design within Teesside University’s School of Arts & Creative Industries. “But I am also sad to be leaving because I will miss my lecturers, friends and the

Celebrating academic achievement at Teesside University

A champion for justice and education, an energy entrepreneur, a successful businesswoman, a sculpture park founder, and an influential figure in politics will all be honoured alongside thousands of students during Teesside University’s academic awards this month.Honorary doctorates will be bestowed on Lady Diana Brittan DBE, Octopus Energy founder Greg Jackson CBE, businesswoman Sue Kiddle, the founding director emeritus of Yorkshire Sculpture Park Sir Peter Murray CBE, and political adviser Michael Henson. They will join around 6,000 Teesside University students as they celebrate

Teesside University hosts conference on the future of education

Leading figures from across the education sector have gathered at Teesside University to discuss the future of 21[st] century learning and teaching. The University hosted its National Future Facing Learning Conference, which saw more than 100 industry leaders, researchers, and educators come together to share best practice and explore the future of Higher Education. Teesside University has placed implementing innovation in learning as a core pillar of its corporate strategy . The University was the first higher

Milestone reached on landmark development at Teesside University

A major milestone has been celebrated in the construction of a state-of-the-art building, which is destined to play a key role in the future learning experience of students at Teesside University. A steel signing ceremony has been held to commemorate the installation of the final piece of steel in the £40million Digital Life building which is being constructed in the heart of Teesside University’s Middlesbrough campus. A focal point for the University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies, the Digital Life building will be a catalyst for physical and digital

Teesside University Law Clinic praised for commitment to community

At last night’s (Thursday 27 June) Northern Law Awards, Teesside University Law Clinic took home the prestigious Pro Bono / Community Initiative accolade.The award recognised regional talent and the positive impact of the free legal advice and guidance administered by law students through Teesside University Law Clinic. £163,000 of free advice was offered through the clinic in the 2023/24 academic year, supporting 63 vulnerable and underrepresented clients from the local community. Students worked across a range of legal services including employment law, family law, civil disputes,

Reunion event draws hundreds of graduates back to Teesside

Hundreds of Teesside University alumni and friends have come together as part of a week of activities allowing them to reconnect with each other and the University. This year held at the University’s campus in Middlesbrough and at the headquarters of corporate supporter, Framestore in London, Teesside Re:Freshed is a new annual initiative  giving graduates the opportunity to engage with and hear more about what’s happening at Teesside. Teesside University alumni number more than 140,000 people in over 100 countries and Teesside Re:Freshed provided an occasion for former

New scholarships launched to support future female engineers

EMBARGO to 00.01am Friday 21 June Teesside University has announced new scholarships available to students starting their first year of an engineering-related degree.Teesside University is working in partnership with Enginuity  and RWE Sofia Offshore Wind Farm  to attract more women to study an engineering-related degree, with a view to create a more diverse talent pipeline for current and future industries in the Tees Valley. Ann Watson, CEO of Enginuity and BA (Hons) Business Studies alumna, said: “The opportunity

Solar-powered water purification to help African communities

Research being led by Teesside University could improve access to clean, safe drinking water for millions of people in the developing world. Academics from the University’s School of Health & Life Sciences are working with counterparts in South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on an innovative solar-powered water purification system. The new system will provide a portable and affordable way of both purifying and removing pollutants from water, which will be particularly beneficial in isolated and rural communities in the DRC. Access to clean water and

Celebrated filmmaker returns to Teesside to share career insight

Acclaimed film director, writer and producer Franc Roddam will return to Teesside University to share exclusive insight into his career journey, which took him from our region to Hollywood.Franc, who was born and raised in Norton, is behind some of the best-known moments in British popular culture, including iconic film Quadrophenia and hugely successful television series Auf Wiedersehen, Pet. Audience members can go behind the scenes with Franc, as he talks about his work at the next In Conversation event at Teesside University on Thursday, 20 June, from 6.30pm to 8.00pm at The Hub,

World Cheerleading Championships success for Lewis

After discovering his passion for cheerleading while studying at Teesside University, Lewis Pennicott has been named a World Cheerleading Champion.Lewis and the rest of the Unity Allstars Black team travelled to Orlando, Florida to compete alongside 500 squads and 11,000 athletes at the World Cheerleading Championships. Unity Allstars won in three categories, including the International Open Coed Non Tumbling – Level 7 division, making 33-year-old Lewis part of the only UK programme to win at the international competition. Lewis, from Stockton-on-Tees, said: “It still doesn’t feel

Food waste initiative confirms University’s eco credentials

A new Eco-Shop which saved hundreds of kilograms of food from going to landfill is one of a number of initiatives securing Teesside University’s credentials as a pioneer of higher education sustainability. The University has been awarded the EcoCampus Gold standard in recognition of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability . The EcoCampus scheme evaluates the University’s environmental management, in line with the international management system standard ISO14001, alongside staff and student

Roadshow event to learn about sustainable leadership

North-East businesses interested in embedding sustainable working practices within their organisation are being invited to a special event being organised by Teesside University.The free event, ‘Building sustainable skills for a better tomorrow’, is part of a roadshow being held by the University and leading financial advisor Grant Thornton UK LLP to launch their Sustainability Leadership Partnership. The two organisations have come together to develop a Sustainability Business Specialist apprenticeship designed for employees in sustainability roles, entrepreneurs interested in growing

Creative students went behind the scenes of renowned film festival

Two Teesside University students headed to Scotland to support the delivery of a festival for experimental film.The fourteenth edition of the Alchemy Film and Moving Image Festival presented more than 70 films across cinema screenings, exhibitions and live performances. Elizabeth Mckeone and Faiza Faiq, who are both studying MA Curating (with Advanced Practice) within Teesside University’s School of Arts & Creative Industries, were invited to take a behind-the-scenes look at how the festival is organised and delivered. They spent a week working at the festival in Hawick, gaining

New Chancellor of Teesside University is officially installed

A leading politician has been officially installed as the new Chancellor of Teesside University. In a formal ceremony attended by university staff, students and civic representatives from across the Tees Valley, Baroness Jenny Chapman of Darlington was appointed as the University’s first female chancellor. Baroness Chapman, a prominent campaigner for social mobility and the positive impact of quality higher education, said she was looking forward to supporting the University’s mission to transform lives and economies. She said: “It has been a real honour for me to

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