Press office news tagged students
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“University has been one of the best things to ever happen to me”
University of Plymouth news. “University has been one of the best things to ever happen to me.” Criminology student Issy Hart is a published author and disability advocate, who shares how uni has helped her thrive.
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National success for Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise
University of Plymouth news: PDSE won the Community-Based Social Enterprise of the Year category at the UK Social Enterprise Awards
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“Engineering needs diverse voices – and I’m proud to be one of them”
University of Plymouth news: “Engineering needs diverse voices – and I’m proud to be one of them”. During Disability History Month, Mechanical Engineering student Elena Brake is encouraging people to explore a career in engineering
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Festive fruit and veg more accessible thanks to local project
University of Plymouth news: A project to help local people access fruit and veg more easily for their Christmas dinners and beyond has been hailed a success.
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![Doaa Shayea - Sociology student and GB Parapowerlifter]()
Redefining what it means to be powerful
Doaa Shayea is a sociology student and GB Parapowerlifter, who is challenging and changing perceptions of disability
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University triumphs at the 2024 Times Higher Awards
University of Plymouth news: The University won the Outstanding Estates Team category at the annual Oscars of Higher Education
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University of Plymouth and Louisiana State University join forces to study climate change
University of Plymouth news: The University and LSU's College of the Coast & Environment are planning to work together on a range of research and student initiatives
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‘An incredible opportunity’ – students encouraged to apply for £1,000 grant
University of Plymouth news: ‘An incredible opportunity’ – students encouraged to apply for £1,000 grant. 10 lots of £1,000 available to University of Plymouth students thanks to Santander Universities.
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“It's a hidden gem” – meet the international student championing Plymouth
Sumalka Mendis is passionate about Plymouth and ensuring that everyone, from local to international, can benefit from education within it.
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“Plymouth, the city I randomly found on map, helped me find myself in life”
Shukurullo Nurmatov outlines how moving from Uzbekistan to Plymouth Britain’s Ocean City transformed him.
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“Everyone is welcome here” – meet Plymouth’s student president with inclusion at his heart
Dindu Okechukwu is using his time as Students’ Union President to ensure everyone feels included at Uni and in the wider city.
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Success at the double – University's two wins at 2024 Green Gown Awards
University of Plymouth news: The University's awards acknowledge our world-leading microplastics research and work to educate young people about the environment.
