News Archive 09 — Bradford College

Business Ideas Wow!

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford Enterprise Academy (BEA), the new initiative run by Bradford College, was proud to honour five of its top student entrepreneurs at a prize giving event held at the College.

City Football Club Teams with Local College

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College and Bradford City Football Club have joined forces in a new and exciting partnership that is set to take the Education and Sports sectors by storm.

Healthy College Winners Revealed…

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

To celebrate the launch of the recent Healthy College Week, a series of innovative posters were devised by Bradford College students. To mark the achievements of the award winning designs, students were invited to attend a formal presentation ceremony, where the winners of the competition were revealed…

Surviving the Holocaust

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

In a commitment to remember the past and create a better future, Holocaust Survivor, Harry Bibring retold his remarkable and poignant story of survival when he visited Bradford College to mark the 70th anniversary of World War II.

Syrian Minister for Education Visits

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

The Syrian Minister for Education jetted into the UK on a week long visit, as part of a ‘Skills for Employability’ project. During the visit, the Syrian delegation had the opportunity to attend a Bradford College Business and Enterprise Careers Event, held on Wednesday 25th November in the WOW Academy Centre.

College Wins AoC Beacon Award

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College is celebrating after being named as an Association of Colleges Beacon Award winner. The Awards, which this year celebrate 16 years of rewarding outstanding teaching and learning in further education Colleges, were announced at the AoC’s Annual Conference in Birmingham on November 17.

Healthy College Week ‘09

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College is proud to announce the launch of Healthy College Week. This is part of a series of innovative initiatives developed by Bradford Healthy College Manager, Jane Marshall.

Night of the Cybermen

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

‘Night of the Cybermen’ is the brilliant new play by Jonathan Hall, which was in production earlier this year at the Bradford Playhouse. Up and coming British design talent and Bradford College ND Art and Design student Thomas Rawcliff, was commissioned to design the flyer after winning a competition to promote the event.

Festival of Achievement ‘09

by Helena Stylianou — Thursday 09 December 2010 15:57

Dressed in mortarboards and gowns, the sight of hundreds of graduands stepping up to receive their honours degrees from Bradford College Principal, Michele Sutton, OBE, filled parents, family and friends with pride during the annual Festival of Achievement.

Take Action and Make the Change

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

As a member of the Prince’s May Day Network, the College recently pledged to take action against carbon emissions and climate change - encouraging staff, learners and visitors to do the same.

Oscar Nominated Legend Visits College

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Oscar nominated Barry Purves is one of Britain’s most celebrated talents. As an international award winning animator and director, he brought joy to hundreds of students when he visited the College and WOW Academy to enlighten them on the fascinating subject of animation - and what life is really like in film and television...

Student Council Elected

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

The Executive Committee Elections were held earlier this month to appoint a new Student Council. The group, elected by the students of Bradford College supports the interests and welfare of the student body - raising awareness for student issues with the college management.

Bradford College and Siemens Back Apprenticeships

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Apprenticeships are thriving at Siemens Mechanical Drives, demonstrating the organisation’s commitment to the long-term future of young UK engineers.

£40,000 Raised in Charity Abseil!

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Students and staff at Bradford College gathered at the top of the 269 feet high Opal 3 Tower in Leeds, waiting nervously to abseil down the building in a bid to raise money for charity.

Delius Arts and Cultural Centre

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Adding new vibrancy to the city – the Delius Arts and Cultural Centre opened its doors as a centre for cultural growth on Friday 16th October 2009.The centre was originally a German church, named after Bradford composer Frederick Delius.

Acclaimed Marketer Sets the Standard

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College Senior Lecturer and acclaimed Marketer, Dr Khosro Jahdi is a world renowned expert on the subject of Marketing Ethics and CSR. The impact of his work has contributed significantly to Marketing - the Education sector and beyond.

Government Official Visits College

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Government official, Dr Carole Sweeney, visited Bradford College’s WOW Academy on Wednesday 14th October, accompanied by British Council External Relations Manager, Helen Silvester.

Debating Stars Dazzle

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

In a competition that goes from strength to strength, the Bradford Law School was proud to host the third annual ‘Schools Debating Competition’ at Bradford College. 40 pupils from schools across the region were delighted to take part in 10 simultaneous debates across campus – strengthening their capacity to think analytically and formulate convincing arguments.

Kickstart Roadshow Launched!

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College in association with the Bradford Kickstart programme is delighted to launch the Bradford Enterprise Roadshow - a series of free events which aim to generate interest and awareness, inspire and excitement about enterprise.

Grade One Awards ‘09

by Helena Stylianou — Tuesday 23 February 2010 17:28

Bradford College proudly celebrated success with its Grade One Awards Evening. The awards ceremony was held in the Level 6 Restaurant, to pay tribute to teaching staff at Bradford College who have achieved grade one in the latest Ofsted inspection - one of the highest accolades possible in the teaching world!