News tagged with Award
Short Story Prize 2012 is launched
Published authors are being urged to enter the prestigious 2012 Edge Hill Prize for the Short Story.
Published: Mon, 30 Jan 2012
New measures to reduce University’s carbon footprint
A series of environmentally-friendly projects will be carried out at Edge Hill University to reduce its carbon footprint even further.
Published: Tue, 24 Jan 2012
Nursing graduate scoops award
An outstanding nursing graduate has won a prestigious study prize from Edge Hill University in recognition of her exceptional performance in her work placements.
Published: Thu, 19 Jan 2012
Read student winner’s work in GQ Magazine
Creative writing student Sue Stout, who won the GQ Norman Mailer award, has now had her work published in the prestigious magazine.
Published: Mon, 16 Jan 2012
Student’s ‘Art on the Network’
An advertising student from Edge Hill University will have commuters from across the region admiring his artwork after winning a prestigious design competition.
Published: Thu, 5 Jan 2012
National talent trophy for dance student
A Performing Arts student from Edge Hill University has danced her way to success after winning a prestigious national talent contest.
Published: Thu, 1 Dec 2011
Edge Hill tops tables for best courses and lecturers
Edge Hill University is celebrating after being ranked in the top 10 of all UK higher education providers for the quality of its courses and lecturers.
Published: Tue, 29 Nov 2011
Careers award for innovative partnership
Edge Hill University’s Careers Centre has won a prestigious award for leading the way in employability through a unique partnership with Enterprise Rent-A-Car (ERAC).
Published: Tue, 18 Oct 2011
Fellowship for Professor of Sport and Exercise Sciences
An internationally renowned researcher from Edge Hill University has been awarded a prestigious accolade in recognition of his passion for sport and exercise sciences.
Published: Wed, 12 Oct 2011
Student nominated for highlighting issues in gay community
A media student from Edge Hill University has been shortlisted for a prestigious award for bringing gay and lesbian community issues to the fore.
Published: Wed, 5 Oct 2011
Innovative building up for green award for slashing energy use
A flagship Edge Hill University building has been shortlisted in this year’s prestigious Green Gown Awards.
Published: Fri, 30 Sep 2011
Best in north-west for teaching and employment
Edge Hill University is the best for teaching in the north-west and boasts the lowest graduate unemployment according to the Sunday Times University Guide.
Published: Mon, 12 Sep 2011
Edge Hill shortlisted for UK University of the Year for third time
Edge Hill University is today celebrating after reaching the shortlist for the prestigious Times Higher Education Award for the UK’s University of the Year 2011 title.
Published: Thu, 1 Sep 2011
Professor helps deliver education to Africans who care for the dying
A researcher from Edge Hill University recently visited Africa to help develop education for those who care for the dying.
Published: Thu, 25 Aug 2011
National Teaching Fellowship for Professor
An Edge Hill University academic has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship - the most prestigious award for excellence in higher education teaching and support for learning.
Published: Mon, 15 Aug 2011
Creative Writing star shows you’re never too old to learn
Mature student Avril Scott has been named this year’s MA Creative Writing winner in the Edge Hill University Short Story Prize 2011.
Published: Tue, 9 Aug 2011
Scriptwriter Joe Ainsworth receives honorary award
BAFTA-winning scriptwriter Joe Ainsworth, who puts his success down to his time as Edge Hill University, has received an honorary doctorate from the institution.
Published: Tue, 19 Jul 2011
Teaching Awards winners announced
Seven outstanding Edge Hill University lecturers have been named winners in the first ever Chancellor’s Excellence in Teaching Awards 2011.
Published: Wed, 13 Jul 2011
Sticking to the Letter
A creative writing student who was encouraged to have her work published by her late husband who was killed in Afghanistan has had her dream come true.
Published: Tue, 31 May 2011
Student paramedic scoops award
A trainee paramedic from Edge Hill University has scooped a top accolade from North West Ambulance Service (NWAS).
Published: Tue, 24 May 2011
Top marks for fitness facilities for all abilities
Sporting Edge has been officially recognised for ensuring that more disabled people then ever before have access to fitness facilities.
Published: Thu, 19 May 2011
Outstanding teacher training
Edge Hill University is celebrating the unique achievement of top marks in every area of its teacher training following a glowing Ofsted inspection.
Published: Mon, 16 May 2011
Diverse names revealed in Edge Hill Short Story Prize
Five very different writers have been shortlisted for the Edge Hill University Short Story Prize 2011.
Published: Tue, 10 May 2011
Student midwife scoops top award
A midwifery student from Edge Hill University has won a prestigious grant to travel to the USA to investigate their birthing practices.
Published: Mon, 9 May 2011
Shining students scoop achievement awards
Awards have been given out to the most outstanding Edge Hill students to recognise their achievements in the voluntary sector and workplace.
Published: Wed, 13 Apr 2011
Edge FWD dance their way to success
Unique all-male dance troupe Edge FWD has scooped a brand new award for their outstanding work in the community.
Published: Wed, 13 Apr 2011
National recognition for Playwork leader
A children’s nurse who leads Edge Hill University’s playwork programmes has been recognised for making a noticeable contribution to the sector.
Published: Tue, 5 Apr 2011
Teaching Awards
Does your lecturer go above and beyond their role to make your learning experience better? Then why not nominate them for a brand new Edge Hill University award.
Published: Mon, 4 Apr 2011
A royal award for sports student
An outstanding Edge Hill University student who has given up her spare time to help a leading youth charity has received a prestigious award at St James’ Palace.
Published: Mon, 21 Mar 2011
Student scoops top biosciences prize
A biology student from Edge Hill University has been rewarded for her outstanding performance in the subject.
Published: Thu, 17 Mar 2011
Last chance to nominate hard-working students for careers awards
Have you had an outstanding Edge Hill University student who has worked for you? Then why not nominate them for a special award?
Published: Mon, 14 Mar 2011
The big screen beckons for media graduates after scooping TV award
Television companies are interested in Edge Hill University’s talented media graduates who scooped a prestigious Royal Television Society award this week.
Published: Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Short Story Prize 2011 is launched
Published authors are being urged to enter the prestigious 2011 Edge Hill Prize for the Short Story.
Published: Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Top civic award for University
A prestigious civic accolade has been awarded to Edge Hill University in recognition of the major contribution it has made to the city of Liverpool.
Published: Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Graduates nominated for Royal Television Society Awards
Talented media graduates from Edge Hill University have been nominated for an accolade in this year’s Royal Television Society NW Student Awards.
Published: Wed, 22 Dec 2010
Campaigner for equalities receives honorary award
A leading figure in the NHS and education sector who has fought for equal rights for woman has received an honorary degree from Edge Hill University.
Published: Tue, 14 Dec 2010
Star student nurse scoops prize
An outstanding nursing student has been given a special award for her exemplary ability to provide excellent care to patient and families in her work placements.
Published: Mon, 13 Dec 2010
Innovative IT helps patients after surgery
An IT system developed by an Edge Hill University professor to help patients understand their surgery and aftercare has won a national award.
Published: Fri, 3 Dec 2010
Award for Edge Hill’s Eco Warriors
Edge Hill University’s commitment to saving energy and being kinder to the environment has been recognised with a prestigious green award.
Published: Fri, 3 Dec 2010
Famous comedian joins graduation celebrations
One of Britain’s most popular comedians will receive an honorary degree from Edge Hill University during December’s graduation ceremonies.
Published: Fri, 26 Nov 2010
Once Upon a Time… your writing could win a prize
Edge Hill University has teamed up with partners to launch the Once Upon a Time creative writing competition.
Published: Tue, 16 Nov 2010
Sports Awards gets a gold medal
This year’s Advertiser Sports Awards at Edge Hill University was hailed as the best yet by organisers.
Published: Thu, 4 Nov 2010
Film nominated for two industry awards
A new music documentary executive-produced by an Edge Hill University professor has been nominated for two prestigious awards.
Published: Wed, 3 Nov 2010
Research project short-listed in Oscars of nursing
An exciting child health research project between Edge Hill University and Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust has been short-listed for a prestigious award.
Published: Mon, 25 Oct 2010
Exceptional students awarded scholarships
Eighty-nine deserving students who will benefit from this year’s Edge Hill University Excellence Scholarships are to be acknowledged at an awards ceremony this month.
Published: Tue, 12 Oct 2010
Award for trainee teacher
A trainee teacher’s commitment to helping ethnically diverse students has been recognised with a prestigious award from Edge Hill University.
Published: Fri, 1 Oct 2010
Nominate your sporting hero
There is still time to nominate your sporting hero for this year’s West Lancashire Sports Awards.
Published: Thu, 23 Sep 2010
Edge Hill shortlisted for UK University of the Year
Edge Hill University is celebrating after reaching the shortlist for the prestigious Times Higher Education Award for the UK’s University of the Year 2010.
Published: Thu, 23 Sep 2010
Bigger slice of funding
Edge Hill University has been awarded one of the biggest funding increases in the country.
Published: Thu, 5 Aug 2010
More student places awarded to Edge Hill
Edge Hill University is celebrating after being awarded extra student places to meet increasing demand.
Published: Fri, 30 Jul 2010
Education union leader receives honorary award
A leader in the world of education has received an honorary award from Edge Hill University.
Published: Mon, 26 Jul 2010
Knight receives honorary award
An inspirational teacher who was knighted by the Queen for services to education has received an honorary degree from Edge Hill University.
Published: Mon, 26 Jul 2010
High Achiever Scholarships
Outstanding prospective new students who want to study at Edge Hill University could be in line for a High Achievers Scholarship.
Published: Fri, 16 Jul 2010
Southport mum wins MA Creative Writing category in Short Story Prize 2010
Rising talent Carys Bray has been named this year’s MA Creative Writing winner in the Edge Hill University Short Story Prize 2010.
Published: Wed, 14 Jul 2010
Students become literary judges for the Edge Hill Short Story Prize 2010
Pupils from three northwest schools have been given an exciting opportunity to judge one of the categories in this year’s prestigious Edge Hill University Short Story Prize.
Published: Tue, 29 Jun 2010
Professor is named on the Queen’s Birthday Honours List
A professor from Edge Hill University is named on the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for his exceptional services to the Royal Naval Reserve.
Published: Mon, 21 Jun 2010
PR degree gets prestigious CIPR award
Edge Hill University’s popular Public Relations degree has received official recognition from the prestigious Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR).
Published: Mon, 21 Jun 2010
Funding to help create much-needed extra student places
Edge Hill University has been awarded more than £1.5 million to create extra student places to meet the increasing demand under a new government initiative.
Published: Mon, 21 Jun 2010
Help to nurture excellence
First there was the Reverend Jesse Jackson Scholarship. Then came Professor Tanya Byron’s Chancellor’s Scholarship. Now we are proud to announce the Alumni Scholarship.
Published: Fri, 18 Jun 2010
Edge Hill careers team light years ahead in a challenging job market
Edge Hill University's talented careers team has won a clutch of awards for outstanding performance in finding job opportunities for students in the middle of the economic downturn.
Published: Wed, 7 Oct 2009
Capturing the energy of the drama
Bill Hopkinson, Senior Lecturer in Drama at Edge Hill University, has been given the Writers' Guild of Great Britain award for his work with playwrights from the North West.
Published: Wed, 23 Sep 2009
Top nurse at Alder Hey receives Edge Hill University award
Executive nurse at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Moya Sutton, has received an honorary Fellowship from Edge Hill University.
Published: Tue, 28 Jul 2009
Students voice opinion and put Edge Hill in the UK top ten
Edge Hill has earned a place as one of the top ten universities in the UK for its courses and lecturers - and it's all thanks to the students.
Published: Thu, 25 Jun 2009
Royal green seal of approval for Edge Hill
Edge Hill University's Centre of Excellence for Teaching and Learning has been named as the winner of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors' (RICS) North West Award for Sustainability 2009.
Published: Mon, 11 May 2009
Do you love our buildings as much as we do?
If you study or work at Edge Hill, and are proud of your building, let the judges of this year's West Lancashire Design Awards know by Friday, 1 May, 2009.
Published: Tue, 28 Apr 2009
Edge Hill magazine wins award
Edge Hill's quarterly magazine, E42, has been recognised with a prestigious national award.
Published: Thu, 9 Apr 2009
Always happy to help
A first year student at Edge Hill University has beaten stiff competition from 3,000 nominees to be short listed for a prestigious national award for volunteering.
Published: Thu, 20 Nov 2008
Will Edge Hill take the green 'Oscar'?
Edge Hill has been shortlisted for the Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Development Award in the 2008 ‘Oscars' of the University world.
Published: Thu, 25 Sep 2008
Edge Hill says "Hi" to gold award
An inventive new media initiative to help future students prepare for university has won an international award.
Published: Mon, 18 Aug 2008
Highest Funding Award Recognises The Work Done At Edge Hill University
The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) announced today that it has made one of its highest funding awards to Edge Hill University. The award has been increased by 14.3% on last year's total.
Published: Thu, 6 Mar 2008