News from 2022
Oxford Brookes University news from 2022
01 September 2022
Oxford Brookes Alumnus smashes cycling world record
A cycling world record has been smashed by Dan Bigham, a former Oxford Brookes University student.
31 August 2022
Recipients of honorary awards announced by Oxford Brookes University
Honorary awards are set to be presented to eight individuals at the Oxford Brookes University graduation ceremonies this week (31st August - 6th September).
16 August 2022
Salman Rushdie’s attack was an assault on free speech – but not a clash of civilisations
On August 12, the author Salman Rushdie was stabbed multiple times on stage at a literary festival in New York state. Thankfully, he has survived, albeit sustaining what appear to be life-changing injuries.
09 August 2022
Researchers agree: The world can reach a 100% renewable energy system by or before 2050
New analysis of energy research by 23 scientists around the world has concluded that the world can reach a 100% renewable energy system by or before 2050.
08 August 2022
Euro 2022 data suggests Twitter has an important role in raising the profile of women’s sports
Post-match analysis reveals the Lionesses historic victory generated 10 times fewer social media engagements compared to the men’s 2021 final
08 August 2022
Artists from Oxford Brookes University to feature in exhibition on campus showcasing local talent
Talented artists from Oxford Brookes University will have their creative work put on public display at a contemporary art exhibition.
05 August 2022
Military medics teach students emergency trauma care skills at training trial
Nursing students from Oxford Brookes University, Medical students from the University of Bristol and Combat Medical Technicians from MOD Lyneham took part in a pilot simulation training day of emergency trauma scenarios at the University’s Swindon Campus.
04 August 2022
Oxford Brookes Social Work team awarded Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence
The Social Work team at Oxford Brookes University has been awarded the Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence by Advance HE in recognition of their work to create a decolonised, anti-racist social work programme.
04 August 2022
Oxford Brookes Lecturer awarded National Teaching Fellowship
An Oxford Brookes University lecturer has been awarded a prestigious National Teaching Fellowship by Advance HE.
29 July 2022
Oxford Brookes becomes the first UK university to have state-of-the-art Geo-Exchange Heating System
Oxford Brookes has become the first UK-based university to complete the operational installation of an advanced technology heating system which is predicted to reduce carbon emissions on campus by 20%.
