International peace symbol just as poignant today, says professor
Hidden among the archives in the University of Bradford’s JB Priestley Library’s Special Collections, are the original doodlings of what later became the international peace symbol.
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Horror film-inspired show in tour stop at university
A horror-themed choreographic show will stop at a University of Bradford festival as part of a UK and international tour.
Tributes to author and dementia campaigner Wendy Mitchell
Tributes have been pouring in for the late Wendy Mitchell, who was diagnosed with dementia and spent years documenting her experience, and who has died aged 68.
‘Let’s hope’ - Ukraine-born students on Russian invasion two years on
Ukraine-born students from the University of Bradford have given an insight into how their lives have changed on the second anniversary of Russia’s invasion on their homeland.
Archaeology saved my life, says war veteran
“By the time I finish my degree, I will be 69,” muses 67-year-old Sean Cahill, who recently began the penultimate year of a four-year BSc (Hons) Archaeology at the University of Bradford.
Author goes inside gangs to explore lives of criminals
British Pakistani criminals need more support from institutions including mosques to help prevent them from returning to prison, says the co-author of a book on the lives of gang members.
Organ transplant AI app shortlisted for major NHS award
A revolutionary method of assessing transplant organs developed at the University of Bradford has been named as a finalist for a major NHS award.
Meet the paramedic student giving back after daughter’s care
A University of Bradford student says he wants to make a difference as he studies to become a paramedic after being inspired by the medical care his newborn daughter received.
Class of ‘64 graduate shares memories of School of Management's origins
John Turner has enjoyed a successful career as an economist and econometrician with companies including Chrysler, Esso, Ford of Europe and the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), but he says none of it would have been possible were it not for the tutelage he received in 1964 as one of the first students of Bradford Management Centre - now the School of Management at the University of Bradford.
£5m project to ensure university research informs public policy decisions
The University of Bradford - along with 11 other higher education institutions in Yorkshire - has been chosen to be part of a new £5m project that aims to ensure academic research informs public policy decisions.