Middlesbrough is well known for its thriving pub and club culture, dating back to the early days of the modern town, and continuing into the present day. Teesside University student Katy Parsons has been working to preserve Middlesbrough’s pub and club heritage and thanks to a recent partnership with Heritage Unlocked and Teesside Archives, she … Continue reading “A look inside the vivacious history of Middlesbrough’s pubs and clubs”
On your marks for two big events coming up for runners
Across Teesside, runners of all ages are following exercise regimes, prepping their sports kits and limbering up for two major events taking place next month. Hundreds of runners will take to the streets on Sunday, 3 September, for the Middlesbrough 10k. This major event in Teesside’s running calendar is closely followed by the Great North Run, … Continue reading “On your marks for two big events coming up for runners”
Teesside and its famous faces
Our region has produced much more than the parmo – it’s also been home to many famous faces throughout the years. From actors and musicians to journalists and television personalities, we’re sure you’ll recognise these Teesside-raised celebs… Jeff Stelling A familiar face for footy fans, television presenter Jeff Stelling spent over 30 years as the … Continue reading “Teesside and its famous faces”
Music studies culminate in a high note for Matty
Thousands of graduates crossed the stage recently at Teesside University to celebrate academic success at the annual graduation ceremonies. This year the graduates rubbed shoulders with renowned television architect George Clarke and leading figure in the UK chemical industry Paul Booth, who became Honorary Graduates. And among the thousands of graduates who are now embarking … Continue reading “Music studies culminate in a high note for Matty”
Not a dentist – why not?
Dental hygiene student Liam Hollands is lobbying for all dental professionals to get the same respect afforded to dentists. In this guest blog, he reflects on all the ways dental hygienists make a difference within the profession and shares his pride for what he does. Guest blog: Liam Hollands Liam is a soon-to-be second-year dental … Continue reading “Not a dentist – why not?”
75 years of the NHS
As we celebrate the 75th birthday of the National Health Service (NHS) in Britain, we’ve been reflecting on how it’s helped us all over the years. Here, Professor Tim Thompson, Dean of the School of Health & Life Sciences at Teesside University, shares what the NHS means to him – and what the future looks … Continue reading “75 years of the NHS”
Top 10 street artworks by ‘Teesside Banksy’
The elusive ZX8BIT, often referred to as the ‘Teesside Banksy’ thanks to their concealed identity and flare for graffiti, is a powerhouse in street art. From a giant goose to a topless Mario, their work can be spotted throughout the Tees Valley. Join us as we countdown ZX8BIT’s best street art in the region and … Continue reading “Top 10 street artworks by ‘Teesside Banksy’”
6 LGBTQ+ books to read this Pride Month and forever
Like so many other artistic mediums, literature too has played an incredibly important role in documenting stories about the LGBTQ+ community. Queer literature has been hugely important in terms of bringing forth narratives and stories that go largely unnoticed in the mainstream. Today, we live in an era of social media, where everything is instantly … Continue reading “6 LGBTQ+ books to read this Pride Month and forever”
How to ace a job interview
Students, it’s that time of the year again, when lots of you will be looking for employment. But we know that landing your first graduate job can be challenging. Here are some top tips that will help you ace a job interview like a pro. Be proactive — The best advice I can give you … Continue reading “How to ace a job interview”
10 must-sees to add to your watch list this Pride Month
If you’re anything like me, finding something to watch can take just as long as the watching itself. So, this Pride Month, we’re sparing you the scroll with our ready-made watch list. Join us as we count down 10 must-see movies, series and documentaries with gripping LGBTQ+ stories that you need to see, like, now. … Continue reading “10 must-sees to add to your watch list this Pride Month”