Press releases
March 2022
More positive LGBT+ role models needed in schools and universities to support students, campaigner on visibility and inclusion tells Kingston University audience
Posted Wednesday 30 March 2022
More positive LGBT+ role models needed in schools and universities to support students, campaigner on visibility and inclusion tells Kingston University audience
Kingston University receives funding for research into causes of poor mental health in the rail construction industry
Posted Monday 28 March 2022
Psychology experts at Kingston University are exploring why workers in the rail construction industry have been reporting higher than average levels of mental ill health, with a view to identifying what help and support may be required to address the issue.
Kingston University launches academy to support academics and PhD students to become research leaders
Posted Friday 18 March 2022
A new academy designed to help academics and doctoral students develop into research leaders has been launched by Kingston University.
International study involving Kingston University demonstrates how removing hotspots from hybrid solar panels improves electrical and thermal energy output
Posted Thursday 17 March 2022
A new model that demonstrates how solar panels could more effectively harness both electrical and thermal energy by addressing the issue of hotspots on solar cells has been developed as part of a study involving Kingston University.
Fast-track social work programme launched by Kingston University to ease shortages and create a diverse workforce
Posted Wednesday 16 March 2022
A new postgraduate social work course has launched at Kingston University to alleviate the national shortage of qualified social workers and increase diversity in the profession.
Kingston University Women in Enterprise Network celebrates one year anniversary and International Women's Day
Posted Wednesday 16 March 2022
Kingston University Women in Enterprise Network (KUWEN) celebrated its one year anniversary with a virtual webinar that marked International Women's Day and focused on the theme, Breaking the Bias. The network is open to Kingston University students, alumni, staff and women in the local community. It runs monthly events with inspirational guest speakers and one-to-one sessions that provide an opportunity to discuss business ideas, get feedback and access expert advice.
Kingston University's ELEVATE programme to empower and support Black students on career journeys scoops accolade at National Undergraduate Employability Awards
Posted Tuesday 15 March 2022
A Kingston University careers programme that supports students of Black African or Black Caribbean descent to achieve their full potential was named best widening participation initiative of the year at the annual National Undergraduate Employability (NUE) Awards.
Kingston University hosts Human Face of Venture Capital event as budding entrepreneurs look to secure their first big investment
Posted Thursday 10 March 2022
Kingston University welcomed a panel of investors into the RIBA award-winning Town House for the Human Face of Venture Capital event. Aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners from across South London were invited to hear about the human side of what can often be considered intimidating investors. The four investors included Kingston alumnus Matthew Cushen, founding partner of Worth Capital, and the event was hosted by Ian Roberts, head of Kingston Business School.
