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News in Brief - Monday 16 February
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Stay up to date with the latest news from Edge Hill. From ground-breaking research to student achievements, community initiatives to academic expertise, this roundup condenses the highlights shaping our university community.
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Vinegar Valentines: how cruel Victorians sent insulting cards to their unwanted suitors
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In a new article for The Conversation, Grace Marks, Graduate Teaching Assistant in History and English Literature at Edge Hill University, shares how the vile Victorians used brutal Valentine’s Day cards to mock people they didn’t fancy much.
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Edge Hill University celebrates students, staff and partners this National Apprenticeship Week
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Edge Hill has celebrated its commitment to widening access to professional healthcare training this National Apprenticeship Week.
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Business School Professor wins major funding award to evaluate service transformation within Welsh ambulance trust
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Edge Hill University has secured major research funding to evaluate the clinical transformation model of the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust (WAST).
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From "selfie addiction" to policy reform: Danny Bowman shares his journey through the ‘prison’ of body dysmorphia
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WARNING: THIS ARTICLE MENTIONS SUICIDE AND MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES. In this episode of the Edge Ahead podcast (from the ‘What’s in Your Head?’ series) features a moving conversation with Danny Bowman, who shares his personal story and road to recovery.
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Coach trip
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How would you use your summer before starting university? Edge Hill University sports coaching graduate Kate James jumped on a plane to take up a volunteering role in South Africa. She loved it, and returned to Africa to coach young people full-time after graduation.
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News In Brief - Monday 2 February
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Stay up to date with the latest news from Edge Hill. From ground-breaking research to student achievements, community initiatives to academic expertise, this roundup condenses the highlights shaping our University community.
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Key dates for 2026 applicants
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Applying to university comes with a series of important deadlines and, as an offer holder, staying organised is essential for keeping your application on track and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
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Muppets and magic: Edge Hill academic releases definitive book on Jim Henson's fairy tale world
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A new book by Dr Andrea Wright explores the profound impact of The Muppets’ creator Jim Henson on the genre of fairy tales.
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Get ready: scholarship applications are opening soon
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Did you know that Edge Hill offers an array of scholarships and awards for current students?
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Highlights
News
Edge Hill alumnus’s powerful documentary streaming worldwide on Amazon Prime Video
Event
Chinese New Year Extravaganza
News
Hope and honesty: CEO Jake Mills on turning a personal crisis into the UK’s largest mental health directory
Event
PGCE and Education Masters open evening
News
Appointment of Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Business Development & External Engagement)
News
From student to lecturer: Ellen’s neurodivergent journey in Higher Education
Awards and recognition
An outstanding provider for Initial Teacher Education
(Ofsted 2024)
UK No 1
Student accommodation
(Uni Compare 2025 & 2026)
Silver overall (gold for student experience)
(Teaching Excellence Framework 2023)
University of the Year
for Student Experience
(Daily Mail University Guide 2026)