Waste no time in achieving your dreams, says Olympic swimmer at graduation ceremony
Olympic swimmer Francesca Halsall gave Edge Hill Sport graduands some top tips from her career in elite sport at their graduation ceremony this morning.
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Karate champion praises supportive University environment
One of the world’s top young karate competitors graduated from Edge Hill University today with a degree in BA (Hons) Sports Development and Management.
Sexual abuse victims given a voice thanks to unique University project
Victims of sexual abuse and exploitation in sport are being given a voice thanks to a unique project created and co-led by Edge Hill University.
Child protection expert calls for survey into gender based violence in sport
One of the country’s leading experts in child protection in sport is calling for a UK survey to reveal the magnitude of gender based violence in sport. Melanie Lang, Senior Lecturer in Child Protection in Sport at Edge Hill University, is calling on sports funding bodies to commission the survey. It follows the publication of […]
The ‘X’ Factor
There’s not much you can do in just five minutes. You could take a
shower, perhaps, make a cuppa,…
EHU Research: Running on Empty
Mile 34. You’re exhausted. You’re hallucinating. And you’re hungry. But
what should you eat? More…
Edge Hill suicide prevention work recognised by Health Select Committee
Edge Hill suicide prevention work recognised by Health Select Committee Two mental health projects ran by Edge Hill University and Everton in the Community have been highlighted in a Health Select Committee paper, published today. The publication ‘Suicide Prevention’ suggests that the Government’s suicide prevention strategy needs greater focus on implementation, and identifies projects including […]
High profile figures to explore links between exercise and mental health
High profile figures from the world of sport and mental health will visit Edge Hill University this week to celebrate University Mental Health Day 2017.
Everton star backs innovative children’s mental health project
Everton FC star Leighton Baines has backed innovative children’s mental health project Tackling the Blues, a joint initiative between Edge Hill University and Everton in the Community.
New study highlights continued abuse suffered by football referees
Research conducted by three UK universities shows that 60% of football referees questioned experience abuse every couple of games with one in five facing physical abuse.