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UWE Bristol researcher awarded fellowship by Royal College of Nursing
15/05/2023
A UWE Bristol researcher has received a fellowship from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).
Dr Adele Drew-Hill appointed Dean and Head of School of Health and Social Wellbeing
31/01/2023
Dr Adele Drew-Hill has been appointed to the role of Dean and Head of School of Health and Social Wellbeing within the College of Health, Science and Society.
Global warming widening reach of tickborne diseases across Europe
12/10/2022 Climate change is causing the geographical expansion of disease-carrying ticks and tiger mosquitoes, leading to outbreaks of rarely seen diseases in some European countries including the UK, according to a report written by the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol). The report, which looks at the global spread of zoonotic diseases and the link to climate change, was recently published by the Department of the Environment in the EU.
Voices must be heard and policy changes made to help children become more resilient to future social shocks
12/10/2022 Experts from the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) are urging the Government to listen to children's voices and make vital policy changes to improve young people's wellbeing, resilience, and enable their understanding of challenging times.
New art exhibition questions how society values maternal work
26/09/2022
Motherhood and how social reproductive work are valued in society is explored in a new online art exhibition.
Aviation disaster is the scenario for major incident training exercise
24/06/2022
A commercial airliner disaster was the scenario for a major incident training exercise for students at Glenside campus.
Tailored group exercise benefits over-65s with mobility limitations
22/03/2022 Landmark study demonstrates long-term positive impacts and cost effectiveness of tailored group exercise for over-65s with mobility limitations.
New report scrutinises Bristol referendum options that will decide how council is run
07/03/2022 A report published today explores the pros and cons of the Bristol City Council leadership options ahead of the referendum in May.
UWE Bristol artworks feature in first-of-its-kind exhibition
02/12/2021 A selection of drawings created and collected during a UWE Bristol-funded research project are featuring in a new exhibition.
UWE Bristol researchers to explore the impact of racism on children's mental health
24/11/2021 Researchers at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) are to begin a new study exploring the impact of racism on the mental health and wellbeing of 10 to 11-year olds.
New research reveals cuts, competition and comparison may increase mental health difficulties among university students
19/10/2021
Students’ experiences in earlier stages of education may lead to increased levels of psychological distress and fewer skills to help them cope at university, reveals a UK study published in the British Journal of Educational Psychology, today (19 October).
Film tackles coercion and effects of pornography on teenage sexual behaviour
16/09/2021 A collaborative short film addressing the issue of consent and the effects of pornography on sexual relationships among young people is to be used as an educational resource by five secondary schools in South Gloucestershire. Dare was produced thanks to a collaboration between UWE Bristol's Centre for Public Health and Wellbeing and the Department of Film and Journalism. Production of the 14-minute film also involved St Mary's Redcliffe school's drama department and Bristol Old Vic Theatre school.
Official launch for UWE Bristol's School of Health and Social Wellbeing
16/09/2021
UWE Bristol's new School of Health and Social Wellbeing was officially launched by West of England Metro Mayor Dan Norris at a ceremony at Glenside campus.