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University of Hertfordshire pop-up shop spreads the word about the value of co-operatives

University of Hertfordshire pop-up shop spreads the word about the value of co-operatives

More than 250 people visited the University of Hertfordshire’s pop-up shop in the Galleria last week to enjoy free activities and learn how co-operatives and other community-led initiatives can help in hard times. The event, run by the University in partnership with community organisations as part of this year’s Festival...

3 November 2026

University of Hertfordshire serves up thought-provoking menu of food-based activities

University of Hertfordshire serves up thought-provoking menu of food-based activities

Members of the public were treated to cooking demonstrations, thought-provoking art and discussions about the challenges and possibilities of eating well during difficult economic times at a free event in Hitchin this week....

30 October 2026
Herts law students help young people overcome barriers to work

Herts law students help young people overcome barriers to work

University of Hertfordshire law students have given advice and support to young people and residents in Hemel Hempstead on more than 30 occasions to help them deal with eviction, homelessness, employment problems and family breakdowns....

30 October 2026
OPINION: Care is a team sport - and medical students need to be ready

OPINION: Care is a team sport - and medical students need to be ready

As patients present with increasingly complex physical and mental health needs, tomorrow’s doctors must be equipped to work across disciplines, embrace new technologies and see the whole person behind the diagnosis, argues Professor Zoe Aslanpour, Head of Medicine at the University of Hertfordshire....

23 October 2026
Herts robotics research reaches thousands at New Scientist Live

Herts robotics research reaches thousands at New Scientist Live

Researchers, students and technicians from the University of Hertfordshire showcased cutting-edge robotics research to more than 23,000 visitors at New Scientist Live 2026, one of the UK's largest science festivals....

19 October 2026
University of Hertfordshire retains title as the UK’s best Creative Arts School for third consecutive year

University of Hertfordshire retains title as the UK’s best Creative Arts School for third consecutive year

The University of Hertfordshire's School of Creative Arts has been listed by independent rankings The Rookie Awards as the UK’s ‘best creative arts school’ for the third year running....

16 October 2026
University of Hertfordshire awarded prestigious Race Equality Charter Silver

University of Hertfordshire awarded prestigious Race Equality Charter Silver

The University of Hertfordshire has been awarded the prestigious Race Equality Charter (REC) Silver Award by Advance HE, placing it among a handful of UK universities recognised for making significant and sustained progress in advancing race equity....

14 October 2026
University recognised for helping businesses grow and creating hundreds of jobs

University recognised for helping businesses grow and creating hundreds of jobs

The University of Hertfordshire is encouraging organisations to explore how it can support their growth after achieving top ratings for business engagement, innovation and economic impact in the latest Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF)....

12 October 2026
University of Hertfordshire students to join frontline local emergency response scheme

University of Hertfordshire students to join frontline local emergency response scheme

Students from the University of Hertfordshire will help deliver potentially life-saving treatment to critically ill and injured patients under a new emergency response partnership launching in the county....

12 October 2026
University of Hertfordshire early years alumna wins national play therapy award

University of Hertfordshire early years alumna wins national play therapy award

Former University of Hertfordshire early years student Sophie Roach has won a national play therapy award for helping children overcome their fear of medical procedures....

8 October 2026