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Brunel students award teaching and support prizes to inspirational staff

Brunel University students have presented Student-Led Teaching Awards to staff who stand out for the excellent teaching and support they offer.

Partnership chaired by Brunel University Vice-Chancellor shows that practical science provision in schools is seriously lacking

New evidence shows that a worrying number of students are not experiencing a complete and authentic education in the sciences, due to a lack of resources for practical work.

Warsan Shire announced as first ever winner of Brunel University African Poetry Prize

The Kenyan-born Somali poet Warsan Shire has been announced as the first ever winner of the Brunel University African Poetry Prize.

Inner London schools initiative shortlisted for industry award

Brunel University's fundraising activities to support its Urban Scholars Programme have been shortlisted for 'Outstanding University Fundraising Initiative' at the Times Higher Education Leadership and Management Awards 2013.

Documentary by Professor Michael Wayne to screen at the House of Commons

​A feature length documentary co-directed by Brunel's Professor Michael Wayne, Convenor of the Documentary Practice MA, will be screened at the House of Commons in June.

Sir Richard Sykes appointed Chancellor of Brunel University

At its meeting on 10 April 2013 the Council of Brunel University appointed Sir Richard Sykes to be its next Chancellor.

Vice-Chancellor's statement on the death of Margaret Thatcher

We note with sadness the death of Margaret Thatcher, the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and an Honorary Graduate of Brunel University.

Sport England announces funding to tackle physical inactivity in London

Brunel University is working with local partners in health and community sport to get some of the least active people in London moving, after research revealed the huge cost of physical inactivity to the NHS.

Nobel Peace Laureate visits Brunel to discuss human rights in Iran and the Arab Spring

The Centre for International and Public Law will host a talk by Nobel Peace Laureate Dr Shirin Ebadi, on Monday 22 April 2013. Dr Ebadi will be speaking on human rights in Iran and its impact on the Arab Spring.

Celia Brackenridge appointed Child Protection Expert to the Dame Janet Smith Review

Professor Celia Brackenridge has been appointed as Child Protection Expert to the Dame Janet Smith Review, which is considering the culture and practices of the BBC during the years that Jimmy Savile worked there.