Edge Hill honorary doctor Johnny Vegas gets the chop for charity
Comedian Johnny Vegas is on TV live tomorrow (10th April) to sort out his “bedhead” for charity and is asking Edge Hill University to help “donate a few quid”.
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Edge Hill support key to James’ life-changing desert experience
An Edge Hill University student who made headlines after recovering from life-threatening injuries is already looking forward to his next challenge after completing one of the world’s toughest races.
Desert date for fundraiser who defied doctors
James Thompson is embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime challenge from which he hopes to raise thousands of pounds for charity.
University campaign helps the homeless people of Merseyside
Staff and students at Edge Hill University have gathered over 400 items of warm clothing for Merseyside’s Shoebox Full of Love campaign.
Students to boost charity funds by completing national survey
The National Student Survey (NSS) is now open giving all third year students an opportunity to voice their views about their Edge Hill University experience.
Surviving the Westminster attack inspired Travis to support other victims of terrorism
Second year student Travis Frain has an extensive history of volunteering, however when he was caught up in the Westminster attack earlier this year, he realised there wasn’t enough support for victims of terrorism and was inspired to become a charity trustee.
Scott wins scholarship for going the extra mile (or 60)
As an ultramarathon runner, Scott regularly clocks up 100km – or 62 miles – and has raised thousands of pounds for charity. His dedication has now been rewarded with an Excellence Scholarship from Edge Hill University.
Liverpool fan receives scholarship for changing lives through football
Business and Economics student Mark Turner has been recognised with an Excellence Scholarship for his voluntary work in both Northern Ireland and Ethiopia, where he has helped build schools and improve children’s lives through football.
Lecturer attempts month-long fast to raise awareness and funds for Rohingya refugee crisis
Edge Hill Geography lecturer Dr Tasleem Shakur begins a month-long fast today, 24 October, to raise awareness of the current Rohingya refugee crisis in Burma and Bangladesh.
Edge Hill supports mental health service users through new partnership
The number of people are affected by mental health problems is rising, with one in four people in the UK experiencing mental health issues each year, and Edge Hill University has joined forces with a leading group of charities in an attempt to tackle this.