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University helping business growth in the North East

Press releases   •   Jul 16, 2015 00:00 BST

Businesses from across the region have gathered to celebrate the success of a Northumbria University project that aimed to start up new businesses and help existing businesses to grow.

Northumbria broadens its American appeal

Press releases   •   Jul 10, 2015 00:00 BST

More American students could be studying the north east after Northumbria University became an approved member of America’s university application system.

Labour peer Lord Falconer becomes Doctor of Civil Law.

Press releases   •   Jul 10, 2015 00:00 BST

Barrister Lord Falconer of Thoroton, who served in the Blair government and led moves to bring about historic changes in the administration of justice, was this week awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Civil Law from Northumbria University, Newcastle.

COMMENT: The Ashes: sledging is ‘OK as long as you realise where the line is’

Press releases   •   Jul 07, 2015 00:00 BST

On the eve of The Ashes, Dr Paul Davis, Senior Lecturer and Research Lead for Sport Coaching and Psychology at Northumbria University writes for The Conversation on how cricketers ‘sledge’ to get under the skin of opposing teams

Northumbria University honours inspirational figures

Press releases   •   Jul 08, 2015 00:00 BST

Lord Charles Falconer, the first peer of Tony Blair’s Labour government, and leading neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield will receive honorary degrees from Northumbria University, Newcastle, this week.

Graduate goes after his goals

Press releases   •   Jun 30, 2015 00:00 BST

While studying for a Sports Science degree at Northumbria University, Johnny McKinstry never imagined that eight years later he would be the national coach for Rwanda’s international football team.

Northumbria graduate named Guardian’s Leader of the Year

Press releases   •   Jun 22, 2015 00:00 BST

A Northumbria graduate has received a national award for her business which specialises in providing marketing support for small businesses in the rural Northumberland area.

Business start-up success for international graduate

Press releases   •   Jun 22, 2015 00:00 BST

Paralympic champion named as Chancellor

Press releases   •   Jun 18, 2015 00:00 BST

Ghana TV show winner reflects on incredible experience at Northumbria

Press releases   •   Jun 01, 2015 00:00 BST

A reality TV contestant who won a place at Northumbria is celebrating a successful year of study – and an unforgettable time in Newcastle.