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University students' Amazon primate work shortlisted for award
A conservation project in the Peruvian Amazon run in partnership with the University of Suffolk has been shortlisted for a prestigious global ecotourism award.
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Based on the Ipswich Waterfront, the University of Suffolk is an independent university established in 2016, offering a broad range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a strong focus on community engagement and regional economic growth.
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Suffolk researchers test whether singing can treat Parkinson's 'poker face'
Researchers in Suffolk are launching what they believe is the first UK study testing whether musical-theatre-style singing can rehabilitate facial expression in Parkinson's patients – addressing a symptom that affects around 9 in 10 people but has limited treatment options.
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College and university launch charity-business platform
Suffolk New College and University of Suffolk brought together over a dozen local charities and businesses in a new event designed to build partnerships beyond traditional fundraising. Organisers plan to make it an annual Christmas fixture.
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Roadshow aims to unlock millions in apprenticeship funding
Suffolk businesses are being urged to maximise their apprenticeship levy funds at a series of roadshow events designed to help employers access millions in unspent funding that would otherwise return to central government.
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New Ipswich Monopoly board launches today with Ipswich.co.uk among coveted spots
Nineteen years on from the first edition, the official Ipswich Monopoly launched this morning, featuring over 30 local landmarks and organisations, including Ipswich.co.uk on one of three Community Chest squares. The football club claims the board's top spot 19 years after the town's first version.
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University and college unite charities for Christmas event
The University of Suffolk and Suffolk New College are hosting a free event where businesses can pledge time, skills or partnerships to nine local charities instead of paying admission.
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MP criticises 'disappointing' notice period as Ipswich nursery prepares to close
Ipswich MP Jack Abbott has expressed disappointment that families were given only three months' notice of Bright Horizons Quayside's closure, despite the option to continue into next year being available, as he works to secure alternative childcare places.
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New Chancellor Zeb Soanes: 'Why shouldn't the next Steve Jobs be here?'
Zeb Soanes had just completed what might be the most public wardrobe change in Suffolk history – swapping honorary doctorate robes for Chancellor's regalia in front of several hundred people – when he sat down on the top floor of the £21 million James Hehir Building to talk about aspiration.
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University of Suffolk students see their beer and kombucha designs go on sale
Two Business Management students at the University of Suffolk celebrated their graduation this week by toasting with drinks they designed themselves as part of a final year project with a local brewery.
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Zeb Soanes to be installed as Chancellor during graduation week
Broadcaster Zeb Soanes will become University of Suffolk's new Chancellor next week, as more than 4,000 students graduate during a week of ceremonies at Ipswich Waterfront.
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University students publish fifth anthology of original stories
Students on the MA Creative and Critical Writing course at the University of Suffolk have released their fifth anthology of original short stories, with each tale connected to a specific location in the county and exploring the theme of work.
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From Crown Pools to Olympic glory: University to recognise Ipswich swimmer's remarkable journey
A swimmer who called Ipswich home for over 20 years and went on to become Britain's first female World Champion will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Suffolk next month.