Study shows how chimpanzees share skills
The first recorded evidence of new behaviour being adopted and transmitted from individual to individual within a wild chimpanzee colony has been published in the latest edition of the journal PLOS Biology.
Conflict takes centre stage this autumn
Conflict takes centre stage at Anglia Ruskin University’s Mumford Theatre this autumn, with three productions focusing on different aspects of the First World War.
IPCC reports must be inclusive and accessible, say experts
Two Cambridge-based experts are calling for the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) to collaborate with those working on the ground to make its reports more accessible.
PhD student receives prestigious honour
Anglia Ruskin University student Rob Worrall has received the Tony Beasley Award – one of the most prestigious prizes for management students in the UK.
'Secret Millionaire' Mike receives honorary degree
A businessman who attributes his success to starting work at the age of seven will receive an honorary degree from Anglia Ruskin University in his home city of Peterborough.
Fantasy honour for Anglia Ruskin expert
Farah Mendlesohn, Professor of Literary History at Anglia Ruskin University, has been presented with a lifetime achievement award by the British Fantasy Society.
Art student delighted with £20k Woon award
Anglia Ruskin University art student Ramona Zoladek won the biggest student art prize in the UK at a ceremony in Newcastle last night (Tuesday).
New course gives graduates two years hard-won work skills in six months
Anglia Ruskin University has developed a pioneering new course for graduates working in growing businesses, which involves attending sessions led by experienced trainers, business experts and guest speakers. Independent project work between sessions is developed around real challenges and is aimed at increasing the participants’ exposure to the different roles and responsibilities required in the…
It’s a fact: Farndon is Royal Literary Fellow
Writer, playwright and composer (and quite possibly the most useful person you could ever have on your pub quiz team) John Farndon has been appointed as the new Royal Literary Fellow at Anglia Ruskin University.
Efficiency grants scheme doubles in size
Companies looking to make energy-saving purchases can get up to £8,000 towards their outlay thanks to a newly-expanded scheme from Anglia Ruskin University.
Turning the Corner from ice buckets and selfies
From being told to ‘stick to their knitting’ by the new charities minister, to controversies surrounding the current ice bucket craze, it’s been an eventful summer for charities and social enterprises. But away from the headlines, third sector managers are being forced to confront a number of serious challenges.
Students say Gianna has the WOW factor
Drama lecturer Dr Gianna Bouchard has been nominated for an award for going the extra mile for her students – and Anglia Ruskin University as a whole could be in line for recognition.
Anglia Ruskin University exhibition provides Platform for success
A special exhibition showcasing the best work from Anglia Ruskin University’s Masters art and design students will go on display next month.
Institute sets up help for front line Ukrainians
Psycho-social support for people caught up in the fighting in Ukraine is being organised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Helping tech experts shape the digital future
Ever wondered what happens when you take money out of a cash machine, or where the BBC iPlayer is housed? It’s all down to data centres – and soon, firms like Amazon, Google and Microsoft could send top professionals to Anglia Ruskin University to hone leadership skills.
Talk through your options at clearing centres
Anglia Ruskin University opens its dedicated clearing centre at 7.30am today (Thursday - A-Level results day) having received more applications than the 18,534 received in 2013 – marking the sixth successive annual rise.
Students praise teaching and courses
According to the National Student Survey (NSS) which was released today, Anglia Ruskin courses are among the most intellectually stimulating in the country.
Research will discover if we’re crazy for Klingon
Are you crazy for Klingon or do you prefer Tolkien’s Elvish tongues? Well, a linguistics expert is carrying out a live research experiment to discover the public’s reaction to different constructed languages, or “conlangs”.
Students study real business – and real ale!
Marketing students at Anglia Ruskin University are getting a taste for real business – and real ale – thanks to the release of a new iPhone beer app called Pint Please.
Gays and lesbians face CV bias – study
A new study shows that openly gay job applicants are approximately 40% less likely to be offered a job interview compared to those who do not disclose their sexuality.
Sci-fi gets serious at London’s ExCeL this summer!
Science fiction gets serious this summer as leading academic and writer Professor Farah Mendlesohn leads the exhibits team at Loncon 3, the 72nd World Science Fiction Convention.
Honour for long-serving music therapist
An academic from Anglia Ruskin University has become the first ever recipient of the World Federation of Music Therapists’ Clinical Impact Award.
War poetry given female voice for new app
A new interactive app featuring 45 of Wilfred Owen’s war poems has been released to coincide with the centenary of the start of the First World War.
Railway policy could be just the ticket for Ed
A new poll by the Labour History Research Unit at Anglia Ruskin University suggests Labour’s latest moves regarding the railway network may be helpful to the party’s vote in crucial marginal seats in next year’s General Election.
How to help your ears survive festival season
As bands turn it up to 11 at music festivals this summer, a leading audiologist has revealed his common-sense tips for looking after number one!