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New postgraduate degree in sustainable fashion to equip Kingston School of Art students with creative and ethical problem-solving skills
Posted Wednesday 26 January 2022
A new course at Kingston School of Art is to focus on sustainability within the fashion industry. The masters degree aims to produce graduates focused on providing solutions to challenges, presenting them in a variety of outcomes - from apps to exhibitions, services and products.
Kingston University social care students develop skills to support people with dementia
Posted Wednesday 19 January 2022
Kingston University has launched a project to give health and social care students the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge by supporting people living with dementia. The Special Interest Group (SIG) is being led by senior lecturer in social work Maria Brent and aims to raise awareness of dementia and provide students with volunteering opportunities in the local community, which will benefit them both professionally and personally, as well as supporting those living with dementia and their families and carers.
Kingston University graduate and diversity and inclusion champion Pamela Hutchinson reflects on the importance of her legacy after being recognised in New Year's Honours
Posted Thursday 13 January 2022
A diversity and inclusion champion in the world of finance and a well-known Hollywood film director are among a group of celebrated individuals from the Kingston University community who were recognised in the New Year's Honours.
Big Read author Okechukwu Nzelu: '‘Sharing my book with Kingston University students has been such a gift"
Posted Wednesday 22 December 2021
Kingston University students, staff and alumni have had a chance to meet meet acclaimed writer Okechukwu Nzelu at a special Big Read talk and book-signing event.
Kingston University marks key milestones and successes of 2021
Posted Tuesday 21 December 2021
A host of Kingston University students, staff and graduates notched up award-winning achievements and notable successes during 2021.
Dean of Kingston University and St George's, University of London's Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education Professor Andy Kent retires after long career in healthcare
Posted Wednesday 15 December 2021
Plaudits have been flowing for the Dean of the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, Professor Andy Kent, who is retiring after a 37-year career in healthcare and higher education. Andy, who has spent almost seven years leading the Faculty, run jointly by Kingston University and St George's, University of London, has overseen a suite of major developments during his tenure as Dean. They have included the addition of a suite of high quality simulation facilities to enhance students' learning and the creation of a host of award-winning degree programmes. He has also steered the Faculty through the Covid-19 pandemic, with many students and staff contributing to the national response.
Kingston School of Art graduates showcase creativity in Saatchi Gallery exhibition that shines light on emerging talent
Posted Tuesday 7 December 2021
Kingston School of Art's MFA Fine Art students are showing their final projects in an exhibition at the prestigious Saatchi Gallery in London designed to support and highlight talented new artists after a challenging year of restrictions.
Kingston University learning disability nursing student who followed family footsteps named Student Nurse of the Year
Posted Monday 29 November 2021
A Kingston University undergraduate has been hailed as Student Nurse of the Year by a leading Chief Nursing Officer for her work in improving outcomes for people with learning disabilities. Third year student Jessica Ball followed in the footsteps of her parents Alison and Christopher, who also studied nursing some 35 years ago and were taught by the same lecturer.
