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Latest news and information about the University of Central Lancashire, known as UCLan. The university has its main campus in Preston and is one of the largest university’s in the UK based on student numbers.

Preston’s university rises ten places in environmental league table

University students walking around Preston campus An annual environmental league table ranking universities by their commitment to climate has seen the city’s university move upwards. The University of Central Lancashire has risen 10 places in the […]

4 months ago
Celebrate Year of the Snake in Preston with free dance, music and martial arts event

The lion dance at a previous Lunar New Year celebration A free programme of cultural activities is taking place in Preston to celebrate Lunar New Year. The University of Central Lancashire will welcome in the Year of the Snake with […]

4 months ago
Ranvir Singh to host two-day political convention in Preston

Ranvir Singh will be the host for Convention of the North 2025 in Preston Pic: Lancashire County Council A two-day political convention in Preston is to be hosted by one of the city’s most famous faces. Good Morning Britain presenter and political editor, Ranvir Singh, is to oversee […]

4 months ago
Preston Guild Rotary Club and dementia groups hold festive lunch for more than 80 people

The festive lunch in Grimsargh village hall Pic: Preston Guild Rotary Club Groups helping people find a way through dementia came together for a festive party in the run up to Christmas. Preston Guild Rotary Club in conjunction with the organisation “Rosemary […]

4 months ago
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Free talk in Preston to explore how forensics can help solve real-world crimes

Dr Noemi Procopio If you’re a fan of a crime drama or enthusiastic about forensic sciences, then a free public talk at the University of Central Lancashire is for you. Dr Noemi Procopio, […]

4 months ago
Comedy show kicks off The Ferret’s 2025 theatre programme

The Name of the Dame The Name of The Dame will kick off The Ferret’s 2025 theatre programme. The hour-long show is a fast-paced, comedy two-hander, written and performed by comedians Kate McCabe and Adam […]

4 months ago
Preston professor acknowledged for outstanding contributions to art

Professor Peter Lloyd, Dean of the School of Arts and Media. Pic: UCLan A school dean from the University of Central Lancashire has been acknowledged for his outstanding contributions to art and printmaking. Professor Peter Lloyd was honoured with the prestigious Royal Etcher […]

5 months ago
Pillar of Preston community Kailash Parekh gains doctorate from city’s university

Kailash Parekh MBE. Pic: UCLan A community worker from Preston has graduated from the University of Central Lancashire with a Doctorate in Education. Kailash Parekh MBE has been a campaigner in the city for many […]

5 months ago
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