http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/ Latest news from the Kingston University Press Office en-gb Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:39:27 +0000 All content is copyright of Kingston University http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.kingston.ac.uk/includes/img/static/site_global_kingston_university_logo.gif http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/ A love of libraries has inspired two Kingston University animation students to create a short film that has just been screened on national television. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/315/09-02-2012-animation-students-book-themselves-a-spot-on-channel-4.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/315/09-02-2012-animation-students-book-themselves-a-spot-on-channel-4.html Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Detailed notes on some of the world's biggest stars feature in a collection of vintage theatre programmes that form part a new Kingston University archive collection. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/313/06-02-2012-kingston-university-acquires-archive-of-talent-scout-cary-ellison---the-simon-cowell-of-his-era.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/313/06-02-2012-kingston-university-acquires-archive-of-talent-scout-cary-ellison---the-simon-cowell-of-his-era.html Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Kingston University, in conjunction with Kingston Police, has expanded its free mediation service to borough residents. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/311/01-02-2012-dont-get-mad-get-mediation---free-university-and-metropolitan-police-service-for-kingston-residents.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/311/01-02-2012-dont-get-mad-get-mediation---free-university-and-metropolitan-police-service-for-kingston-residents.html Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Today's computing graduates have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in changing society, according to Kingston University's latest Honorary Doctor of Science Elizabeth Sparrow. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/307/31-01-2012-honorary-degree-for-former-bcs-president-elizabeth-sparrow.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/307/31-01-2012-honorary-degree-for-former-bcs-president-elizabeth-sparrow.html Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Universities have a pivotal role to play in equipping students with all the skills needed for an ever-changing jobs market, the new Head of Kingston University's School of Computing and Information Systems says. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/309/31-01-2012-new-head-of-school-calls-for-computing-courses-to-reflect-employers-needs.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/309/31-01-2012-new-head-of-school-calls-for-computing-courses-to-reflect-employers-needs.html Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 England could learn much from Europe, according to one of the architects of the European Union who has received an honorary degree from Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/305/30-01-2012-leading-european-lawyer-sir-francis-jacobs-receives-honorary-doctorate.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/305/30-01-2012-leading-european-lawyer-sir-francis-jacobs-receives-honorary-doctorate.html Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston University cleaner has been recognised for nearly half a century's work keeping the Law School in pristine condition. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/299/25-01-2012-cleaner-receives-award-for-45-years-service.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/299/25-01-2012-cleaner-receives-award-for-45-years-service.html Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Tony Ball, the man credited with turning around BSkyB, has received an honorary degree from Kingston Business School. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/301/24-01-2012-former-sky-chief-executive-and-kingston-mba-graduate-tony-ball-picks-up-honorary-degree.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/301/24-01-2012-former-sky-chief-executive-and-kingston-mba-graduate-tony-ball-picks-up-honorary-degree.html Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston University graduate's mobile app has been helping late-night revellers get home safely. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/293/18-01-2012-graduates-mobile-app-puts-safety-on-the-map.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/293/18-01-2012-graduates-mobile-app-puts-safety-on-the-map.html Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 The man behind Kingston University's respected drama degree course has been honoured for decades of service to the arts scene in south west London. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/297/16-01-2012-inspector-lewis-star-kevin-whately-celebrates-brothers-honorary-fellowship.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/297/16-01-2012-inspector-lewis-star-kevin-whately-celebrates-brothers-honorary-fellowship.html Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 Forensic science students from Kingston University have been put through their paces in front of a jury at crown court. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/295/05-01-2012-forensic-science-students-take-the-stand-in-courtroom-debut.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/295/05-01-2012-forensic-science-students-take-the-stand-in-courtroom-debut.html Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston University academic who has written prolifically about some of popular culture's biggest names has been awarded a PhD. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/289/15-12-2011-kate-moss-and-vivienne-westwoods-biographer-awarded-phd-by-kingston-university.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/289/15-12-2011-kate-moss-and-vivienne-westwoods-biographer-awarded-phd-by-kingston-university.html Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston University lecturer has found himself up against some of Britain and America's biggest design firms in a competition to landscape an area four times the size of London's Hyde Park. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/303/13-12-2011-landscape-architect-shortlisted-for-major-united-states-park-project.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/303/13-12-2011-landscape-architect-shortlisted-for-major-united-states-park-project.html Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston University student is setting off on a field trip with a difference - she'll have more than 400 travelling companions. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/291/12-12-2011-student-on-track-for-an-indian-design-odyssey.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/291/12-12-2011-student-on-track-for-an-indian-design-odyssey.html Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 A programme devised by a Kingston University biomedical science graduate has given heart patients access to vital genetic and blood screening tests. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/287/09-12-2011-kingston-university-graduates-test-programme-provides-life-saving-boost-for-heart-patients.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/287/09-12-2011-kingston-university-graduates-test-programme-provides-life-saving-boost-for-heart-patients.html Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Most people will be dreaming of a white Christmas but for Kingston University green is the new colour of choice. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/285/08-12-2011-kingston-university-sources-sustainable-christmas-trees-for-a-greener-festive-season.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/285/08-12-2011-kingston-university-sources-sustainable-christmas-trees-for-a-greener-festive-season.html Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 According to new research long hours in the office can't make up for unhappiness at home. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/281/29-11-2011-professor-scrutinises-link-between-job-and-life-satisfaction.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/281/29-11-2011-professor-scrutinises-link-between-job-and-life-satisfaction.html Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 A Kingston Law School alumnus who swapped the barristers' chambers for the movie studios has had a blockbuster success with his first film. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/277/25-11-2011-law-graduate-and-barrister-leslie-thomas-earns-critical-acclaim-as-executive-producer-of-we-need-to-talk-about-kevin.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/277/25-11-2011-law-graduate-and-barrister-leslie-thomas-earns-critical-acclaim-as-executive-producer-of-we-need-to-talk-about-kevin.html Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Kingston University has awarded an honorary doctorate to a scientist who has devoted his career to researching smooth muscle physiology. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/275/16-11-2011-honorary-degree-recognises-distinguished-career-in-medical-research.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/275/16-11-2011-honorary-degree-recognises-distinguished-career-in-medical-research.html Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Kingston University geographers are playing a key part in a pilot project pulling together data on Britain's diverse landscapes. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/273/14-11-2011-geographers-to-collaborate-on-landscape-database-for-britain.html http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/news/273/14-11-2011-geographers-to-collaborate-on-landscape-database-for-britain.html Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 Kingston University engineering student James Arkwright has designed a motor that could one day help transform rocket design. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/28-Rocket-design-sparks-international-interest/ http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/28-Rocket-design-sparks-international-interest/ Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:38:17 GMT A Kingston University study says the current British "hearts and minds" approach to war has little meaning any more and may have become largely a public relations stunt. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/26-British-troops-need-clearer-direction-in-Afghanistan-and-Iraq-says-academic-study/ http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/26-British-troops-need-clearer-direction-in-Afghanistan-and-Iraq-says-academic-study/ Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:54:08 GMT Graphic artist, designer and acclaimed Guardian illustrator Lawrence Zeegen says graduates must be prepared to travel to get to the top as he gets set to take on a senior role at Kingston University. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/26-Graduates-go-global-to-find-work-says-new-Head-of-School/ http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/26-Graduates-go-global-to-find-work-says-new-Head-of-School/ Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:35:27 GMT Graphic design graduates Tom Wrigglesworth and Matt Robinson have captured the public's imagination with their award-winning minute-long movie. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/2009/august/25-Award-winning-Kingston-film-becomes-the-talk-of-Twitter/ http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/pressreleases/2009/august/25-Award-winning-Kingston-film-becomes-the-talk-of-Twitter/ Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:13:36 GMT Kingston University's Clearing hotline has taken hundreds of calls since it opened. http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/20-Students-quick-off-the-mark-in-the-race-for-final-places/ http://www.kingston.ac.uk/pressoffice/latestnews/2009/august/20-Students-quick-off-the-mark-in-the-race-for-final-places/ Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:41:13 GMT