Pine martens poised for a possible county comeback
A seriously threatened species pushed to the brink of extinction could see a return to South Cumbria.
The future of pine martens and their possible reintroduction to Grizedale Forest and Rusland woodlands is currently being explored by the Back on our Map (BOOM) project.
Celebrated author in lodestar landscape role
Cumbrian author Sarah Hall will be working with English LIterature students in her new role as Professor of Practice at the University of Cumbria's Ambleside-based Centre for National Parks and Protected Areas
Award for Institute of Health community mental health festival
The Festival of Mental Health, led by the Institute of Health nursing team at the University of Cumbria, has been recognised in the latest Educate North awards.
Pioneering £14 million green deal
Cumbria has set itself an ambitious target of being carbon neutral by 2037, 13 years ahead of the 2050 government target.
Leading the county drive as part of a £14 million groundbreaking business initiative is University of Cumbria’s Mike Siddall, who says the carbon-cutting Eco-I North West project has the potential for ‘massive impact’.
Productions return to Stanwix Theatre
As the country slowly eases out of lockdown restrictions, many theatres are still waiting to welcome returning audiences. However, the Stanwix Theatre, based at the University of Cumbria’s Institute of the Arts, has found a novel way to open up by streaming online student-led performances
Voting for the survival of Cumbria’s internationally rare rainforest
The race is on for votes to clinch vital European funding to safeguard universally rare rainforest – in Cumbria.
Art steps up for fragile landscapes
People Land Art Culture and Ecology (PLACE) is bridging with the university's Centre for National Parks and Protected Areas and linking artists with those who work in and on celebrated but often fragile landscapes.
Amid pressing concerns over climate change, habitat declines and post Brexit farming, an ambitious five-year mission aims to be a catalyst for shifting dynamics.
The PLACE Collective is inspired by the Lake District’s World Heritage success in celebrating cultural heritage.
Software developed in Carlisle could transform how exams are taken in the future
A piece of software developed as a result of the pandemic that allows people to take exams in the comfort of their own homes has moved beyond pilot stage and is now being used by five universities, including the University of Cumbria.
Unique opportunity for former nursing professionals to top up their skills and return to work
Opportunities for people wanting to return to work in adult nursing, children’s nursing and midwifery are now available through the Return to Practice programme. Return to Practice (RtP) gives people who have previously been Registered Nurses the opportunity to return to the profession by undertaking a return to nursing practice course.
TEAN Conference
This conference is focused on critical evaluation of innovative practice and high quality research in teacher education.
Getting into Primary Teaching - PGCE
Already have a degree and want to become a primary school teacher or are looking for a career change or a career full of opportunities where you can make a positive difference? Then this event is for you.
Changing Perceptions of a Cultural Landscape by Danny Rurlander
Part of the Changing Perspectives of a Cultural Landscape talk series, author Danny Rurlander follows in the footsteps of much-loved children’s authors who have been inspired by the spectacular landscape of the English Lake District.
Theatre and Performance Workshop: Improving your Voice for Singing
Looking to become a performing artist or a musical theatre performer? Then this workshop is for you. Attend our FREE 'Improving Your Voice for Singing' workshop to explore how to effectively use your voice for singing.
Lightning Talks Series: The Research Approach to Professional Development
Lightning Talks Series: Living Educational Theory research approach to the professional development of educators and educational practitioners by Marie Huxtable and Prof Jack Whitehead.
Fake News: what is the story?
Farming with Nature
Join these discussions on delivering for nature in our farmed National Landscapes. Help to develop practical actions to deliver proposals from the Glover Review.
Farming with Nature conference
We invite you to join the second in CNPPA’s series of conferences exploring how we can put into action some of the proposals from the Landscapes Review, which was chaired by Julian Glover.
Talk to Our Future Teachers - Undergraduate
Interested in becoming a teacher and wanting to find out more about our courses here at The University of Cumbria? Come along to hear our current students talk about their placements, student experience and what it was really like to study at Cumbria this year
CRiHS Guest Lecture: The Phenomenology of Covid Experiences
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