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Schoolchildren embrace languages of the world at Glyndŵr University

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:52:00 GMT

ALMOST 400 young people from 10 local secondary schools gathered at Glyndwr University to learn about Wales’s European and global links.

Employers back West Cheshire College

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:13:00 GMT

MORE than 90% of employers working with West Cheshire College believe training has improved their business performance, according to a recent survey.

Black Eyed Peas artwork illustrator passes on design tips to Glyndwr University students

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:46:00 GMT

A WREXHAM illustrator who designed artwork for a single by the Black Eyed Peas has been passing on advice to students at Glyndwr University about developing a career in the creative industries.

School children set sights on University

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:28:00 GMT

SOME 150 youngsters from schools across Halton Borough have had a taste of higher education thanks to a conference organised by the University of Chester in conjunction with Aimhigher Halton.

Tomorrow’s ‘wealth creators’ address today’s business at University of Chester

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:26:00 GMT

PERFORMANCE related pay and bonuses are hot topics in the current economic climate, so it was no surprise to the University of Chester’s Business School that its one day conference on performance management was fully subscribed.

Bring your Brain to Breakfast at Glyndwr University

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:21:00 GMT

THE future direction of leadership and management in Welsh industry was up for discussion over breakfast at a meeting of north Wales business leaders in Wrexham.

University of Chester nursing student dedicates life and learning to Punjab charity

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:16:00 GMT

HARMINDER Singh is a remarkable lady who has dedicated her life to charitable work in India’s Punjab. Since moving to Altrincham with her GP husband, Dr Inder Pal Singh, Harminder has developed parallel careers, one in England and one in Punjab.

Deeside College and Coleg Llysfasi Merger Public Consultation

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:12:00 GMT

COLEG Llysfasi and Deeside College have this week launched a public consultation into their proposed merger.

West Cheshire College plumbing students get painting

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:09:00 GMT

PLUMBING students from West Cheshire College demonstrated their commitment to Volunteer Week by cleaning and repainting seven benches at The Groves in Chester.

Apprenticeships at West Cheshire College

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:07:00 GMT

BLACK, minority and ethnic (BME) employers throughout the Ellesmere Port and Chester area are being invited to a special event to encourage them to consider taking on Apprentices.

Life-long learning for life-long success with West Cheshire College

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:47:00 GMT

STARTING a new business is always a nerve-wracking experience but for kitchen supplier Peter Brett, a lifelong commitment to gaining new skills will be key to his success.

University of Chester students volunteer for regional conservation plan

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:13:00 GMT

A group of six students from the University of Chester has participated in a large scale conservation activity day, organised as part of National Student Volunteers’ Week (February 22-28).

Glyndwr University and Yale College to explore partnership opportunities

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:10:00 GMT

As part of the Welsh Assembly Government’s Transformation agenda to enhance partnerships within education and training, Glyndwr University and Yale College have announced their intention to undertake an Options Appraisal to explore various partnership models.

University of Chester lecturer presents at first international conference on prescribing

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:58:00 GMT

The University of Chester’s strength in the study of non-medical prescribing was highlighted at the UK’s first international conference on prescribing.

Entrepreneurship conference at West Cheshire College

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:56:00 GMT

A FREE half-day conference designed to encourage the spirit of entrepreneurship in the Chester and Ellesmere Port area is taking place at Chester Racecourse on Tuesday, March 30.

West Cheshire College arts event at Destiny and Elite

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:54:00 GMT

ASPIRING models, make-up artists, singers, dancers and young people interested in all aspects of retail are invited to a special Carnevil night to see what’s happening in the world of creative arts.

West Cheshire College students pimp police panda for road safety campaign

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:51:00 GMT

A POLICE Panda van, ‘pimped’ by a winning team of West Cheshire College motor vehicle students is set to be launched at Cheshire Oaks.

Top entrepreneurs to help inspire Glyndwr University students to tap into business opportunities in Second Life

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:46:00 GMT

Second Life, Facebook, You Tube and Twitter provide vast and as yet untapped business opportunities, young entrepreneurs will be told in Wrexham this week at the first ever pan-Wales virtual business conference.

Gifted Glyndwr University sports stars given award boost

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 11:26:00 GMT

Nine rising sports stars have received awards from Glyndwr University in support of their attempts to compete at elite level competition.

Sportspeople wanted by West Cheshire College sports therapists

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:32:00 GMT

SPORTSMEN and women in need of pre and post event massages are being offered access to some of the area’s up-and-coming sports therapists.