http://www.uwl.ac.uk Keep up to date with University of West London news and events Monday 10 December 2012 10:15:00 GMT http://www.uwl.ac.uk/cms-images/logos/University-of-West-London.gif http://www.uwl.ac.uk http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4264&Main_title=Guest%20Lecturer%20visits%20International%20Business%20School%20Students&source=rss On 3 December 2012 Dr Drago Indjic (co-founding Partner of Sunningdale Capital LLP) gave a lecture to postgraduate students of the University of West London's International School of Business entitled 'Investment Management: Luxury or Commodity?'. Addressing current issues in financial risk management, Dr Indjic looked at different operational models for traders working in the post-2008 climate in the 'new normal' era of regular political and economic upheaval. This lecture was attended by postgraduate students reading Finance, and marks the first in a series of lecturers by professionals and entrepreneurs visiting the International School of Business. Friday 7 December 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4265&Main_title=University%20graduate%20wins%20inspirational%20award&source=rss A graduate from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism has won a prestigious award at the British Curry Awards. Dipna Anand, who teaches on specialist courses in Asian cuisine at the University, won the Special Inspirational Woman Award which was presented by Prime Minister David Cameron in recognition of her contribution to the industry. The annual awards ceremony was founded by British entrepreneur Enam Ali MBE in 2005 in acknowledgement of the £3.5bn Indian cuisine industry in the UK. Monday 3 December 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4241&Main_title=LCM%20students%20and%20Gabby%20Logan%20visit%20Kew%20School%20Choir&source=rss Students from London College of Music (LCM) visited pupils at Unicorn School in Kew Gardens on 19 November 2012 to record the school choir's entry for the Barnardo's National Choir Competition. Two music technology students, John Grainger and Paulis Grinhofs, accompanied by event organiser Pip Williams, Senior Lecturer in Music Technology, recorded and mixed the choir's renditions of two songs. The support provided by LCM is part of the University of West London's ongoing community engagement program, which has helped the institution forge relationships with a number of different groups in the west London area. onday 3 December 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4239&Main_title=The%20Ealing%20Film%20and%20Music%20Valentines%20Festival%202013:%2014-17%20February%202013&source=rss The Ealing Film and Music Valentines Festival 2013 (EMFF) was officially launched in the University of West London's William Barry Theatre on 12 November 2012. The festival, which will take place between 14 - 17 February 2013, will feature a range of cultural events over three consecutive days and nights. The event has been developed by Sara Raybould, Head of the London College of Music, Angie Bray, MP for Ealing Central and Acton, Councillor Anne Chapman of Walpole Ward in Ealing, and Ealing community groups. As a celebration of the rich artistic and cultural heritage in Ealing, the EMFF 2013 will showcase the many leading musicians, artists, filmmakers and lecturers that have roots in the borough. As one of the principle sponsors, the University of West London will be providing cinema facilities and supporting musical performances throughout the festival. Tuesday 13 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4256&Main_title=The%20University%20of%20West%20London%20honours%20high-profile%20figures%20at%202012%20Graduation%20Ceremony&source=rss The University of West London recognised a wide range of industry leaders with honorary degrees at its annual graduation ceremony, which was held at London's iconic Wembley Stadium on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th November 2012. The honoraries were joined by more than 2,500 graduates celebrating a key milestone in their educational careers, as they were recognised for their respective achievements in fields such as film, TV, music, hospitality, law and healthcare. The graduation ceremony marks the end of another strong year for the University, which reported 91‰ of its students gaining full-time employment within six months of graduating. Each of the University of West London's eight schools bestowed honorary degrees to recognise business success, contributions to business and cultural life and long-term support for the University's work. Friday 30 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4237&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%20student%20wins%20top%20student%20journalism%20prize&source=rss Diana Jimenez Quintana, a student at the University, has been named student photographer of the year at The Guardian Newspaper's Student Media Awards 2012. Diana overcame the competition for her project focusing on alternative lifestyles in London, which won praise from judges as 'well-executed' and 'technically very competent'. Now in their 34th year, the awards recognise the highest standard of student journalism from universities across the UK and highlight the very best of breakthrough talent across print, online, broadcast and digital media. Monday 12 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4236&Main_title=The%20University%27s%20midwifery%20lecturers%20to%20present%20at%20Royal%20College%20of%20Midwives%27%20Conference&source=rss Two midwifery lecturers from the University's College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare will be presenting their work at this year's Royal College of Midwives' conference in Brighton on 13 and 14 November 2012. Helen Crafter will be presenting the latest guidance on the identification and treatment of women with pre-eclampsia and HELLP syndrome in the postnatal period. Wednesday 7 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4235&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%20takes%20centre%20stage%20at%20Westfield%20London%20during%20Christmas%20season&source=rss The programme of performances is the centrepiece of a unique collaboration between the University and one of the capital's largest shopping centres. It is an extension of the University's long-standing policy of supporting public musical performance and cementing its position in the heart of west London. The concerts promise to be a vibrant and exciting celebration of live music; we believe they will be the great way for us to celebrate the festive season with the west London community and a chance for our students to shine. Friday 2 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4238&Main_title=The%20University%27s%20criminology%20students%20gain%20insight%20into%20the%20work%20of%20the%20police%20force&source=rss The October 2012 edition of the British Journal of Midwifery (BJM) features two articles written by recent University of West London graduates. Sarah Ashley recently completed a Masters in Midwifery Practice, supervised by Professor Jane Weaver. As part of her Masters degree, Sarah conducted an exploratory study of the factors that influence multiparous women to choose a home birth. The results of this study form the basis of her BJM article. Sarah's literature review for this study appeared as a separate article in September's BJM. Thursday 1 November 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4221&Main_title=Two%20recent%20graduates%20from%20the%20University%20publish%20articles%20in%20October%27s%20British%20Journal%20of%20Midwifery&source=rss On Wednesday 24 October 2012 13 members of the University's Criminology Society joined Programme Leader, Donley Jack to take part in the educational trip to the Kent Police Training School. The day started with a presentation from the Operational Support and Firearms Unit officers. Students were shown various firearms currently used by the Kent Police and explained in what circumstances these were being used. The officers talked about the ongoing training that they must undertake regularly, the importance of their judgement and decision skills and how difficult it is to spot a 'fake' gun these days. Monday 22 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4220&Main_title=Students%20meet%20Hilton%20General%20Managers&source=rss Students from the London School of Hospitality and Tourism had the opportunity to meet with General Managers from across Europe, the Middle East and Africa Region of Hilton Worldwide. The event, coordinated by the Hilton in the Community Foundation, gave the managers the opportunity to meet with young people learning about the hospitality business. It formed part of the company's Travel with Purpose corporate responsibility program. Wednesday 17 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4219&Main_title=Eddie%20Harvey%20remembered&source=rss Eddie Harvey, former head of jazz at the University's London College of Music (LCM), died peacefully in his sleep on the evening of Tuesday 9 October 2012 after a short illness. He was 87. Eddie ran the Jazz Department at LCM from 1985 to 2003, and continued to teach jazz piano part-time until he retired in 2010 at the age of 85. During a performance career spanning five decades, he was a famous figure in the 1950s when he crossed the divide and left a top traditional jazz group to become a founding member of the Dankworth Seven - a band that went on to become the most successful modern jazz group of their era. Wednesday 17 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4218&Main_title=Photography%20student%20scoops%20top%20prize%20for%20art%20project&source=rss Inta Lankovska, a photography student from the University's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media, has won a prestigious art and photography prize sponsored by aviation technology company Rockwell Collins UK (RCUK). Inta's winning project, which features portraits of the University's diverse local community designed in a grid, was praised by the judges as 'very innovative, especially because diversity can be an extremely difficult thing to interpret visually.' Wednesday 17 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4217&Main_title=The%20University%20of%20West%20London%20to%20pilot%20Asian%20cuisine%20scholarship&source=rss Communities Secretary Eric Pickles joined Britain's leading Indian chefs and restraunteurs to launch a new scholarship programme for students to develop their careers in 'high-end' Asian cuisine and restaurant management. The programme is led by the University of West London's London School of Hospitality and Tourism and is backed by the Department for Communities and Local Government and leading business figures such as Lord Noon. The scheme underlines the importance of South Asian cuisine to the British economy and the need to develop highly-skilled British talent in a sector that has depended traditionally on attracting chefs from abroad. Tuesday 16 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4214&Main_title=Sir%20Alan%20Langlands%20of%20HEFCE%20launches%20new%20lecture%20theatre%20space%20at%20the%20University%20of%20West%20London%20and%20chairs%20the%20Vice-Chancellor%27s%20Annual%20Lecture&source=rss The University was delighted to welcome Sir Alan Langlands, Chief Executive of the Higher Education Funding Council for England, to the St. Mary's Road campus. Sir Alan Langlands helped to launch the University's new state of the art lecture theatre space and also chaired the Vice- Chancellors annual lecture. During the lecture the key achievements of the University over the last five years were acknowledged and celebrated in the Vice-Chancellor's lecture which took place on 9 October 2012 in the new Dr William Barry Theatre. Monday 15 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4208&Main_title=University%20graduates%20wow%20Italian%20town&source=rss Ten graduates from the University's London College of Music BA in Musical Theatre travelled to Savona, Italy to participate in the eighth Annual Shakespeare in Town Festival produced by the Compagnia Teatrale Salamder on 3 October 2012. The graduates performed 'Shake it Down' - an original Shakespeare musical created by director Richard Mulholland (book and lyrics) and music director Richard Link (music) and produced by the University. Students also participated in other festival activities: outdoor performances and Teatrale Salamander's 'House to House Shakespeare'. Thursday 11 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4207&Main_title=University%20lecturers%20win%20award%20for%20powerful%20commercial&source=rss Two lecturers from the University's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media have won this year's prestigious International Visual Communications Association's (IVCA) Clarion Award, for their moving commercial on sexual rights. Caz Gorham and Frances Dickenson won the charity and social enterprise award for their commercial 'Dead End Kids' through the Christmas TV and Film Company on 25 September. The pair were asked by the International Planned Parenthood Federation IPPF to come up with a promo for their 'Sexual Rights = Human Rights Declaration and campaign'. Tuesday 9 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4206&Main_title=The%20Mayor%20of%20Ealing%20visits%20the%20University&source=rss The Mayor of Ealing Councillor Mohammed Aslam recently paid a visit to the University to learn about the University's Community Advice Programme (CAP). CAP is a partnership between the University's Ealing Law School and The Ealing Equality Council. The programme has provided 20 years of free legal advice in the Borough of Ealing and work experience for the University's students. Wednesday 3 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4205&Main_title=Asian%20cuisine%20takes%20centre%20stage%20at%20the%20Young%20Indian%20Chef%20Finals&source=rss Pillars, the University's fine-dining restaurant played host to the recent Young Indian Chef Finals on 24 September 2012. The Young Indian Chef Finals was a nationwide competition in India to find a young talented novice chef and was organised by the University's educational partner in India, the IIHM International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM). The IIHM is India's largest hospitality focused institution with eight locations around India. The competition highlighted the importance of south Asian cuisine and the career opportunities available to those yearning to join the industry. Wednesday 3 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4204&Main_title=Pillars%20Restaurant%20reopens%20for%20evening%20business&source=rss The University's answer to fine-dining, Pillars Restaurant, will be reopening its doors to the public one evening a week following last year's successful launch of the service. Pillars will now be open to the public on Thursday evenings from 11 October 2012 during term-time. This is in addition to serving the public four days a week during lunch-time. Wednesday 3 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4203&Main_title=University%20academic%20appointed%20to%20prestigious%20international%20organisation&source=rss Professor Joelle Fanghanel, Director of the Institute for Teaching, Innovation and Learning has just been elected President of the International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL). The ISSOTL is an international organisation which was founded in 2004 to promote enquiry on teaching and learning. It runs an annual international conference that brings together scholars in teaching and learning from all parts of the world. Wednesday 3 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4202&Main_title=University%20life%20through%20the%20lens&source=rss Photography students from the University's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media were given the chance to put their creative skills to use for an exciting photography project earlier this year. This 'live brief' assignment was an opportunity for students to document the University and its Schools through their camera lenses. They were asked to create a series of photographs that portrayed the different aspects of University life and the fantastic facilities that are on offer. Monday 01 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4201&Main_title=Students%20to%20perform%20in%20Italian%20town%20festival&source=rss Ten graduates of the London College of Music BA in Musical Theatre will travel to Savona, Italy to participate in the eighth Annual Shakespeare in Town Festival produced by the compagnia teatrale Salamder on 3 October 2012. The graduates will perform Shake it Down - an original Shakespeare musical created by Richard Mulholland (book and lyrics) and Richard Link (music) and produced by the University. Monday 01 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4200&Main_title=Students%20network%20at%20prestigious%20conference&source=rss Students from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism worked alongside conference organisers at the second annual Hotel Investment Conference Europe (Hot.E) held on 20-21 September 2012, at the Park Plaza Riverbank Hotel in London. Hot.E is hosted by Burba Hotel and Tourism Network (BHN), the worldwide leader in producing conferences for the hotel and tourism investment community. Monday 01 October 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4174&Main_title=Student%20to%20carry%20the%20flame%20as%20the%20Olympics%20come%20to%20London&source=rss A student at the University, who has dedicated her time to inspiring young people has been selected to be one of the torchbearers in this year's Olympic Torch Relay. Monday 02 July 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4168&Main_title=The%20University%20of%20West%20London%20wins%20prestigious%20education%20award&source=rss The University's Finance Team were named winners at this year's Times Higher Leadership and Management Awards on June 21 2012. Friday 22 June 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4158&Main_title=Ealing%27s%20community%20come%20together%20to%20celebrate%20its%20heroes&source=rss It was a night of joyous celebration and quiet reflection at this year's Pride in our People Awards. Wednesday 13 June 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4157&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%27s%20Legal%20Practice%20Course%20gains%20top%20marks%20for%20student%20satisfaction&source=rss The University of West London's Ealing Law School has received a phenomenal student satisfaction score in a recent survey. Monday 11 June 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4162&Main_title=The%20University%20explores%20how%20London%20rioters%20were%20brought%20to%20justice&source=rss The goodwill of the Magistrates, Crown Prosecution Services and Judges helped the legal system deal with the volumes of cases that were presented to courts up and down the country following last summer's London riots, says District Judge Tan Ikram. Monday 18 June 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4155&Main_title=An%20evening%20celebrating%20success&source=rss The University of West London's annual Summer Showcase has been a huge success this year. 23 - 25 May 2012 saw the University's Ealing campus communal space 'The Street' transformed into an exhibition and performance space for third year students from the London College of Music and the Ealing School of Art, Design and Media. Thursday 31 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4154&Main_title=Student%20Midwives%20delivers%20at%20the%20University&source=rss Two students at the University's College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare have been named Students of the Year for midwifery. Final year students Sophie Hopkins won the award from NHS London and Sharon Andrews from NHS Berkshire for the way in which they've excelled during their work placements, their academic performance during the course of their studies and the support they have given to other students. Thursday 31 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4153&Main_title=The%20University%20achieves%20its%20green%20status&source=rss The University has climbed a whopping 40 places in this year's The People and Planet Green League. Wednesday 30 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4150&Main_title=The%20University%20to%20mark%20the%20one%20year%20anniversary%20of%20the%20London%20riots%20with%20a%20Public%20Lecture%20Series%20from%20those%20on%20the%20frontline&source=rss Burning buildings, cars aflame and stripped-out shops was the backdrop for one of the most talked about and appalling events of last year. Monday 21 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4148&Main_title=Musical%20Theatre%20students%20deliver%20stunning%20performance&source=rss Musical Theatre students at the University's London College of Music gave a rousing performance in their production, Company. Friday 18 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4147&Main_title=University%20lecturer%20selected%20to%20exhibit%20at%20renowned%20museum&source=rss A lecturer at the University's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media has been chosen to exhibit at one of London's iconic museums Friday 18 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4146&Main_title=Students%20take%20centre%20stage%20at%20royal%20event&source=rss Students from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism served up a lunch fit for a Queen. Thursday 17 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4145&Main_title=The%20University%20brings%20its%20students%20closer%20to%20music&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music and School of Computing and Technology recently attended one of the most revered industry events in the calendar in Frankfurt. Thursday 17 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4143&Main_title=A%20Michelin%20starred%20chef%20helps%20prepare%20dinner%20with%20the%20University%27s%20students&source=rss One of the UK's top Michelin starred chefs recently worked with students from the London School of Hospitality and Tourism to cook and serve an exquisite dinner. Friday 11 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4141&Main_title=University%20law%20student%20wins%20prestigious%20scholarship&source=rss A student from the University's Ealing Law School has been awarded a prestigious law scholarship. Friday 11 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4136&Main_title=Sweden%27s%20culinary%20offerings%20takes%20centre%20stage%20at%20the%20University&source=rss The University's fine-dining restaurant Pillars was the setting for a lavish three course lunch that showcased the best of Sweden to the local community, esteemed guests from the Swedish Embassy and Visit Sweden. Friday 11 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4133&Main_title=The%20University%20brings%20Asian%20and%20Oriental%20cooking%20to%20%27The%20Street%27&source=rss The delicious aromas of Asian and Oriental cooking dominated the University's communal space 'The Street' at an event designed to provide opportunities to help tackle youth unemployment. Tuesday 08 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4132&Main_title=Student%20at%20the%20University%20serves%20up%20the%20best%20of%20British&source=rss A student at the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism showcased the best dishes of Britain to be crowned winner at a coveted competition. Tuesday 08 May 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4131&Main_title=Critical%20acclaim%20for%20University%20lecturer&source=rss A lecturer at the University has written a comprehensive handbook, with a nursing focus, on the care and management of patients with blood disorders entitled 'Haematology Nursing'. Monday 30 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4128&Main_title=Students%20at%20the%20University%20to%20go%20back%20in%20time&source=rss Students studying events at the University will be offering the public the opportunity to transport themselves back to the 1930s with a special themed event. Friday 27 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4127&Main_title=Ealing%20Law%20School%27s%20Honorary%20Professor%20guest%20lectures%20at%20the%20University&source=rss Michael Garson, Honorary Professor of Law at the University's Ealing Law School, recently guest lectured as part of the University's newly accredited Continuing Professional Development courses. Friday 27 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4126&Main_title=The%20University%20receives%20accreditation%20from%20the%20Solicitors%20Regulation%20Authority%20to%20deliver%20Continuing%20Professional%20Development%20Training%20courses%20for%20legal%20professionals&source=rss The University has received confirmation from the Solicitors Regulation Authority that it is accredited to run Continuing Professional Development courses for legal professionals. Friday 27 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4125&Main_title=Young%20chefs%20wow%20seasoned%20industry%20professionals%20with%20their%20culinary%20delights&source=rss Two budding chefs from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism have been crowned Caterer, Licensee and Hotelier student of the year after wowing in a high pressured cooking competition. Friday 27 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4123&Main_title=A%20celebration%20of%20student%20volunteering&source=rss An event of joyful celebrations took place at the University of West London on Thursday 19 April with the very first 'V Awards' ceremony which recognised the achievements of the students who carry out voluntary work in the local community and wider afield. Tuesday 24 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4121&Main_title=The%20University%20of%20West%20London%20nominated%20for%20three%20prestigious%20awards&source=rss The University of West London has been shortlisted in this year's prestigious Times Higher Leadership and Management awards. Monday 23 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4122&Main_title=Students%20at%20the%20University%20to%20serve%20up%20the%20taste%20of%20Sweden%20with%20a%20lavish%20lunch%20and%20dinner&source=rss Students from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism will be working with one of Sweden's most revered chefs to bring the taste of Sweden to some of the UK's most influential food bloggers. Monday 23 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4118&Main_title=Musical%20Theatre%20students%20pay%20tribute%20to%20celebrated%20composer&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music delivered a spectacular cabaret-style performance of songs by celebrated composer Stephen Sondheim. Monday 23 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4115&Main_title=Law%20students%20put%20their%20legal%20knowledge%20to%20the%20test&source=rss Students from the University's Ealing Law School have successfully won work experience placements at a top law firm after taking part in a challenging quiz. Tuesday 17 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4114&Main_title=Stock%20Market%20trading,%20CSI%20and%20tunnelling,%20this%20is%20no%20ordinary%20masterclass%20at%20the%20University&source=rss Over 100 eager first-year students from 24 sixth forms and colleges across London recently visited the University to take part in the 2012 Masterclass Series. Tuesday 10 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4113&Main_title=The%20University%20of%20West%20London%20to%20provide%20opportunities%20for%20the%20long-term%20unemployed&source=rss The University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism has been chosen to launch an Asian and Oriental Centre of Excellence to help tackle youth unemployment. Thursday 05 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4112&Main_title=Students%20honour%20the%20music%20of%20our%20armed%20forces&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music collaborated with the Band of the Scots Guards to perform at a concert that showcased their incredible musical talent. Tuesday 03 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4111&Main_title=Students%20undertake%20masterclass%20with%20top%20designer&source=rss National Art and Design Saturday club students at the University were recently invited to attend a masterclass in design with celebrated art figure, Sebastian Conran Tuesday 03 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4110&Main_title=M25%20Junction%20widening%20project%20visit%20for%20Civil%20and%20Environmental%20Engineering%20students&source=rss Second year BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering students had the opportunity to visit the M25 Junction 16- 23 Widening Project, currently being carried out by the Skanska Belfour Beatty company on Wednesday 28 March 2012. Tuesday 03 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4109&Main_title=Former%20graduate%20of%20the%20University%20awarded%20Honorary%20Degree%20by%20the%20University&source=rss On Tuesday 27 March 2012 esteemed alumni and friends of the University gathered to celebrate the conferment of an honorary award to Ian Carter, President, Global Operations and Development for Hilton Worldwide. Tuesday 03 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4108&Main_title=A%20day%20of%20celebration%20and%20achievement%20at%20one%20of%20London%27s%20most%20iconic%20hotels&source=rss The scenic London Syon Park, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, was the setting for the London School of Hospitality and Tourism's annual Prize-Giving ceremony. Tuesday 03 April 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4101&Main_title=The%20Mock%20Trial&source=rss As part of the series of 'law in action' teaching events in Ealing Law School, a mock shooting and trial was staged for the benefit of first year Law students. Thursday 29 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4099&Main_title=Show%20stopping%20tunes,%20fine%20wine%20and%20cheese%20this%20cabaret%20style%20musical%20evening!&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music will be delivering a spectacular cabaret-style performance of songs by celebrated composer Stephen Sondheim. Wednesday 28 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4096&Main_title=Students%27%20achievements%20celebrated%20at%20prestigious%20award%20ceremony&source=rss Three students from the University's School of Computing and Technology received the final year project award for 2011 by prestigious awards body, the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). Wednesday 28 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4097&Main_title=Malaysia%20biggest%20cooking%20star%20to%20serve%20up%20mouth-watering%20dishes%20at%20the%20University%20of%20West%20London&source=rss The tempting aromas of Malaysian cooking will be filling the air at a special demonstration taking place at the University by one of the most revered chefs in Malaysia. Tuesday 27 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4094&Main_title=Students%20to%20honour%20the%20music%20of%20our%20armed%20forces&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music will be collaborating with the Band of the Scots Guards to perform at a concert showcasing their incredible musical talent. Monday 19 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4093&Main_title=Sound%20Engineering%20lecturer%20brings%20the%20funk%20to%20the%20UK%20and%20Japan&source=rss A lecturer at the University's London College of Music and the School of Computing and Technology is bringing the sounds of funk with the release of his latest album. Thursday 15 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4092&Main_title=Blast%20Radio%20set%20to%20shake%20up%20the%20airwaves&source=rss The University's student radio station will be broadcasting its mixture of music and topical news to a wider audience as its frequency switches to FM in April. Wednesday 14 March 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4021&Main_title=Professor%20Kathryn%20Mitchell%20delivers%20lecture%20on%20her%20academic%20career&source=rss Professor Kathryn Mitchell, who is the University of West London's Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic and Student Services) has delivered the latest in the University's Professorial Lecture Series. Professor Mitchell's inspiring lecture, entitled 'The Magic of Discovery' focused on her personal academic journey. Friday 27 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4020&Main_title=Elton%20John%20to%20produce%20film%20based%20on%20university%20graduate&source=rss A graduate's life story will be made into a movie by superstar singer, Elton John. Lotte Mullan, a former BMus Popular Music Performance student at the University's London College of Music will see her story told on the big screen by Elton John's production company, Rocket Pictures. The film will be based on Lotte's blogs about her experience in the music industry, which gained huge amounts of followers keen to hear her story. Not only will Lotte be making an impact on screen but she will also be releasing her debut album 'Plain Jane' through her own record label, Raindog Records, on 30 January 2012. Friday 27 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4019&Main_title=%20The%20University%20launches%20programme%20of%20events%20to%20mark%20National%20Employment%20and%20Volunteering%20week&source=rss The University of West London's Careers and Employment Service has organised a whole host of activities as part of National Student Employment and Volunteering week, which takes place on 20-26 February 2012. There will be a range of local and national organisations offering volunteering, part time jobs, summer work in events (including London 2012), hospitality, market research, summer camps, customer service, administration, healthcare, retail and more! Thursday 26 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4018&Main_title=Top%20computing%20award%20goes%20to%20University%20staff%20member&source=rss A member of staff at the University's School of Computing and Technology has won the British Computer Society best undergraduate computing project. Bob Guinn, Technology Enhanced Learning Developer and Consultant, studied Bsc Computing and Information Systems at the University. He was awarded the honour for his project on maintaining and updating a data warehouse system that predicts student performance and dropout possibility. The original system, the Mining Course Management System (MCMS), identifies students with poor performance who are at risk of dropping out and flags this up to their lecturers and the student themselves. Tuesday 24 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=4017&Main_title=Computing%20student%20awarded%20best%20conference%20paper&source=rss A PhD student at the University's School of Computing and Technology has been awarded best paper at the 31st International Conference for Artificial Intelligence. Christian Sauer, a Computer Science PhD student and research assistant at the University, was awarded best paper alongside his computing supervisor Professor Thomas Roth-Berghofer for describing practical applications of Artificial Intelligence. Monday 23 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3975&Main_title=%20University%20academic%20releases%20CD&source=rss Professor Francis Pott, Professor of Composition at London College of Music at the University of West London, will shortly see worldwide release of a CD of his recent sacred choral work. Professor Pott was recently a nominated finalist in the Annual Composer Awards 2011, organised by the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors (BASCA) and was joint runner-up in the choral category, from a national entry of some 45 nominations. Thursday 19 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3969&Main_title=School%20of%20Computing%20and%20Technology%20joins%20prestigious%20research%20group&source=rss The University's School of Computing and Technology has become part of the Comparative Informatics Network. The Comparative Informatics Network is a world class network that studies the design, development, evaluation, use and impact of information technologies across a diverse set of domains, organisations, context, cohorts, cultures and countries. Tuesday 17 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3968&Main_title=Student%20set%20to%20debut%20new%20material%20at%20headline%20concert&source=rss A student at the University's London College of Music will perform a selection of his own material at a concert aimed at showcasing a brand new musical genre. Stefan Galt, a first year BMus Music Performance and composition student was approached by Edge Music London to be one of the headline acts at the Wenlock and Essex venue in Angel on 19 January 2012. The show will be broadcast live on Hoxton FM. Tuesday 17 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3967&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%20bucks%20the%20trend%20with%20applications%20up%20more%20than%2019%%20this%20year&source=rss As the closing date for students to apply for a 2012 university place through UCAS passes, the University of West London is pleased to announce today that they are bucking the trend with significantly more applications than for both 2011 and 2010 entry. At midnight on Sunday 15 January 2012 - the closing time and date for UCAS 2012 applications - the number of University of West London applications is up an impressive 19.27% on this time last year. Monday 16 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3966&Main_title=Fine%20dining%20event%20held%20by%20Hospitality%20students%20to%20promote%20cancer%20awareness&source=rss Students from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism prepared and served a dinner to promote cancer awareness to a selection of guests. The dinner took place on 16 January 2012 at the University's fine-dining restaurant Pillars, where guests were served a menu specially designed with foods that protect against cancer. Monday 16 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3964&Main_title=Butler%20to%20the%20stars%20honoured%20with%20prestigious%20award&source=rss A former West End theatre star turned Butler has been awarded one of the most distinct honours in the hospitality industry. Jody Crosier has been awarded City and Guilds' Medal for Excellence for his achievement in level three City and Guilds International Professional Butlers' Diploma at the University of West London. Thursday 12 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3963&Main_title=Renowned%20lecturer%20to%20carry%20out%20research%20at%20the%20University&source=rss The Institute for Teaching, Innovation and Learning (INSTIL) welcomes visiting academic Carolina Guzmán to the University of West London. Carolina, who first arrived at the University in December 2011, will remain at the institution until March 2012 where she will carry out some research and contribute sessions on relevant programmes. Thursday 12 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3962&Main_title=Airline%20and%20Airport%20students%20visit%20British%20Airways%20headquarters&source=rss Students from the Airline and Airport Management course took part in the annual Air League Environmental Day programme 18 November 2011. This event was hosted by British Airways at their Waterside Headquarters, close to London Heathrow Airport. Wednesday 11 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3961&Main_title=The%20University%27s%20Chancellor%20awarded%20CBE%20by%20the%20Queen&source=rss The University of West London's Chancellor, Laurence Geller has been awarded a CBE by the Queen in the New Year's Honours List. The award was given in recognition of Laurence's exemplary service to The Churchill Centre, along with his extensive charitable and humanitarian work in the UK, the USA and throughout the world. Friday 06 January 2012 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3959&Main_title=University%20graduate%20will%20be%20showcasing%20vocal%20talent%20at%20upcoming%20concert&source=rss Vicky Anastasiou studied a BA in Popular Music Performance and a Masters in Music Performance at London College of Music and achieved a first class honours and a distinction respectively. Through the London College of Music she was awarded with the Silver Medal from the Worshipful Company of Musicians, one of the world's oldest musical organisations. Tuesday 20 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3958&Main_title=Former%20student%20is%20a%20hit%20with%20music%20critics&source=rss A graduate from the University's London College of Music has been generating a buzz from music critics around the release of her debut album. Lotte Mullan, a former BMus Popular Music Performance student at the London College of Music will release her debut album 'Plain Jane' through her own record label, Raindog Records, on 30 January 2012. Tuesday 20 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3957&Main_title=The%20University%20teams%20up%20with%20Metro%20newspapers%20to%20help%20a%20business%20recover%20from%20the%20riots&source=rss A student at the University of West London's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media has teamed up with a local business affected by the London riots to produce an ad for Metro Newspapers. Michael Venner, third year Advertising student at the University designed an advert for Liz Pilgrim, owner of baby-e whose shop was attacked by rioters on 8 August 2011. The advert was designed to help inform the local community that the shop was open for business and to publicly thank its supporters. Monday 19 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3956&Main_title=Professor%20Roger%20Brown%20challenges%20Government%20Higher%20Education%20reforms&source=rss The Government's recent reforms to the higher education sector were dissected and challenged by Professor Roger Brown at his Professorial Lecture at the University of West London on 14 December 2011. Thursday 15 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3955&Main_title=Leading%20names%20in%20media%20and%20publishing%20take%20centre%20stage%20at%20the%20University&source=rss The University's Ealing School of Art, Design and Media held their winter lectures for students to hear about the world of media and publishing. The lectures, that took place on 12 and 13 December 2011, were a great success with an attending audience of well over 100 students on each night. Thursday 15 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3954&Main_title=University%20academic%20honours%20members%20of%20the%20armed%20forces&source=rss An academic at the University's Ealing Law School toasted members of the armed services both past and present at the annual Middlesex Law Society dinner. Professor Malcolm Davies, Head of the Ealing Law School and former president of the Middlesex Law Society had the honour of proposing a toast to the 200 members and guests at the dinner. Tuesday 13 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3951&Main_title=Students%20serve%20up%20musical%20treat%20to%20Brentford%20residents&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music brought festive cheer to residents in Hounslow with an outdoor musical concert, as part of the Brentford Market Place Event. The London College of Music presented an afternoon and evening of music featuring students on Friday 9 December 2011 on Brentford High Street. Tuesday 13 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3950&Main_title=Students%20at%20the%20University%20of%20West%20London%20provide%20hospitality%20services%20at%20award%20ceremony&source=rss Students from the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism provided front of house service and worked in the kitchens at this year's British Curry Awards. The Awards, which are dubbed the curry 'Oscars', celebrated the achievements and businesses of the British curry industry. The event took place on 28 November 2011 at London's Battersea Evolution and attracted hundreds of restaurateurs, VIP guests and celebrities. Tuesday 13 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3947&Main_title=University%20lecturer%20shares%20his%20experience%20of%20the%20music%20world%20at%20industry%20seminar&source=rss The University's London College of Music lecturer Pip Williams recently entertained delegates at the recent Song Shop Seminar organised by The British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors. Budding and established songwriters were invited to submit songs for scrutiny by Pip and an eminent team of industry specialists who offered constructive advice and criticism. Monday 12 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3946&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%20student%20is%20a%20hit%20with%20breastfeeding%20mums&source=rss A student at the University of West London who starred in a lifestyle video for TV and radio presenter Myleene Klass has attracted more than 24,000 online views. Sarah Bridges is a third year Midwifery student at the University's College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare and also a Lactation Consultant. She features in the 'Bumps, Babies and Beyond' videos made with Myleene for website Yahoo Lifestyle. Thursday 08 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3953&Main_title=University%20of%20West%20London%27s%20Claude%20Littner%20Business%20Scholarships%20recipients%20announced&source=rss The recipients of prestigious academic awards funded by University alumnus and entrepreneur Claude Littner have been announced. The scholarships are worth £2,500 to two undergraduate and two postgraduate students, assisting them in their studies throughout the academic year. Wednesday 07 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3948&Main_title=Musical%20Theatre%20students%20wow%20audience%20in%20London%20College%20of%20Music%20production&source=rss Musical Theatre students at the University's London College of Music have been praised for their performance in the production of 'Crazy in Love'. 'Crazy in love' was a musical comedy that gave a thrilling and contemporary makeover of the works of William Shakespeare. The play reminded the audience about Shakespeare's literary genius in a dynamic, exciting and innovative manner that appealed to all ages. Wednesday 07 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3944&Main_title=Alumni%20and%20Friends%20of%20Ealing%20Law%20School%20enjoy%20the%20fifth%20annual%20Law%20School%20Dinner&source=rss On Thursday 17 November Ealing Law School, part of the University of West London, hosted its fifth annual Law School Dinner. The event took place at the University's Pillars Restaurant and was attended by nearly 70 alumni and friends of the Law School. Wednesday 07 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3942&Main_title=Musical%20treat%20awaits%20Brentford%20residents%20from%20the%20University%27s%20London%20College%20of%20Music&source=rss Students from the University's London College of Music will be bringing festive cheer to residents in Hounslow with an outdoor musical concert, as part of the latest Brentford Market Place Event. The London College of Music will present an afternoon and evening of music featuring students on Friday 9 December 2011 on Brentford High Street. Friday 02 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3949&Main_title=Classical%20Compositions%20ring%20out%20at%20the%20University%27s%20London%20College%20of%20Music&source=rss The London College of Music, Community Sinfonia concert at St Barnabas church on 30 November was a fabulous evening that was musically superb. The conductor, Leon Gee skilfully brought the best out of both the pieces and performers with a beautifully balanced programme of Nielsen - Aladdin Suite, Sibelius -Finlandia Op 26 and Dvorak - Symphony No 9, 'From the New World'. Thursday 01 December 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3940&Main_title=%20London%20College%20of%20Music%20lecturer%20on%20USA%20lecture%20tour&source=rss A senior lecturer at the University's London College of Music has embarked on a lecture tour in the United States. Dr Simon Zagorski-Thomas, began his tour on 28 November 2011 and will conclude on 6 December 2011. Wednesday 30 November 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3938&Main_title=Students%20at%20the%20University%20show%20their%20appreciation%20at%20annual%20Donor%20and%20Scholar%20lunch&source=rss Students at the University showed their appreciation for the contributions made to the University in support of student aid at the second annual Donor and Scholar lunch. The lunch took place on 24 November 2011 at the University's London School of Hospitality and Tourism training restaurant, Pillars. Tuesday 29 November 2011 http://www.uwl.ac.uk/the_university/news/news_story.jsp?ID=3940&Main_title=%20London%20College%20of%20Music%20lecturer%20on%20USA%20lecture%20tour&source=rss A senior lecturer at the University's London College of Music has embarked on a lecture tour in the United States. Dr Simon Zagorski-Thomas, began his tour on 28 November 2011 and will conclude on 6 December 2011. Simon is chairman of the Association for the Study of the Art of Record Production (ASARP) and the lectures have been timed to coincide with the 7th Annual Art of Record Production Conference at San Francisco State University. The theme of how musical performance practice has had to adapt to the changing technologies of recording practice is the subject of a research project that Simon is developing in conjunction with academics and industry professionals from around the UK as well as the US, Denmark and Norway under the auspices of ASARP. Wednesday 30 November 2011