Local students to test brain power in ‘Orielympics’
For one night next week students from Wolverhampton, Dudley and Stourbridge will get their very own academic event thanks to Oriel College, Oxford – with an Olympic twist.
Summer Fayre to celebrate new community kitchen and growing project
Twickenham Primary School in Kingstanding is holding a Summer Fayre with a difference next Monday
Robot Games draw local students for Oxford University challenge
State school students from Birmingham will be building robots to pitch against Oxford University’s machines in the third annual Robot Games.
George Salter Academy develop long term partnership with The Public
George Salter Academy have been working alongside The Public in West Bromwich on a series of artistic projects
Councillors calls for talks on failing school’s future
Labour councillors are calling for an urgent meeting to discuss the future of Grace Academy Darlaston after school inspectors found it is failing its pupils.
Last chance for a century to witness the Transit of Venus
For the last time until the year 2117 people around the world will have a chance to witness the transit of Venus as the planet passes directly between Earth and the Sun
Local students take the Oxford University challenge
State school pupils from Walsall will be exploring Oxford this week as part of an outreach push to get more state schools from the area to send students to the university.
Coventry welcomes high flyers for international competition
Coventry University will play host to IT FLIES, Merlin Flight Simulation Group’s annual Aircraft Design and Handling Competition 2012 in June.
From Shakespeare to Seventeenth Century cider: Birmingham comes to Hay
Why do theatregoers enjoy watching people die? How did cider knock French wine and the Dutch navy into a cocked hat in the 17th Century?
Euro loan aids Birmingham University development
The European Investment Bank has formally agreed to provide £75 million to fund developments to teaching, research and campus facilities at the University of Birmingham.
Paganel Archives recording past times
On 20th March 2012 Paganel Archives will be launched with Heritage Lottery Support.
Walsall Council in repairs dispute
Trustees at Bryntysilio outdoor education centre are pleading with Walsall council chiefs to pay their ‘fair share’ towards repairs and prevent unwanted legal action.
Playing fields under threat?
Not according to LibDem councillor Martin Mullaney. Here, he explains proposals for a way to improve facilities.
University to host international symposium on domestic violence
Coventry University is preparing to host an international symposium on domestic violence next week
Climate Week at mac birmingham
To mark the launch of Climate Week 2012 (12-18 Mar), mac birmingham will be screening The Age of Stupid
Lifting the Lid on Menwith Hill
“His findings are a challenge to officialdom but they are presented with the calm authority of the academic requesting that his thesis be given fair consideration”
Coventry and Warwick students rise to the Big Challenge
Students from Coventry and Warwick took part in the Big Challenge last weekend
Rehabilitation work recognised in Wolverhampton
Local agencies praise the efforts of ex-offenders in the city.
Donkey riding therapy charity needs adopters for Valentine’s Day
A Birmingham charity that provides donkey riding therapy for children with special needs and disabilities is calling on the public to adopt a donkey this Valentine’s Day.
‘Walsall education’s limbo threatening exam success’ says Walsall Labour
Pupils starting their exam courses this year face an uncertain future, Walsall Labour are warning.
Giving children a healthy start
Dance teacher Kate Whitewood is about to bring fun and dance to Bearwood by creating a new generation of ballet stars.
Yellow Fish oppor–tuna–ty!
The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and The Black Country is looking for primary schools across the Black Country to get involved with Yellow Fish
Never Again
Details have been announced for Birmingham’s commemoration of Holocaust Memorial Day
Anyone who has a heart should know….
British Heart Foundation is offering lessons in ‘stayin alive’ this Friday at Solihull’s Mell Square.
University celebrates six years of ‘Coventry Conversations’
They say it’s good to talk – and this week marks the sixth anniversary that Coventry University has been welcoming high profile speakers through its doors
Digitising communications history
Coventry University awarded £745K to digitise the history of telecoms in the UK.
Apprenticeships not a waste
Twelve apprenticeship opportunities have been created in waste management to support young people into employment and training.
And Here Is The News…If You’re A Student
Richard Lutz asks his students, “Where do you get the news from?” and notices an interesting trend in the replies.
Lord Mayor visits ‘Jewel in Birmingham’s Crown’
Queen Alexandra College celebrates another successful year with a visit from the Lord Mayor.
Urban crisis workshop to discuss ‘very real’ security threats ahead of the 2012 Olympics
A one-day workshop will bring together world leaders in the field of emergency response to present and discuss new ways to manage urban-based crises and hazards.