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Latest news from USW. We're here 9am - 5pm weekdays to answer your questions. Yn Gymraeg: @De_Cymru
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Our scientists have developed a rapid test to detect #Coronavirus, which could be used in weeks. It involves taking a nasal swab, putting it through a portable machine which identifies traces of the virus . #UniSupport #UnisTogether @CwmTafMorgannwg.
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More than 40 USW students and graduates worked on the production of the epic @BBCOne fantasy drama 'His Dark Materials', now in its second season. The series was produced in Cardiff at @BadWolf_TV, Wales. π¬π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ. #HisDarkMaterials @ScreenAllianceW @FtsWales
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Congratulations to all of our final year students receiving their results today π Completing a degree is always a great achievement, but to have completed your degree during a global pandemic is nothing short of amazing! β₯οΈ
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USW's Ian Jeffreys, Professor of Strength & Conditioning, has been appointed as Vice President of the @NSCA National Strength and Conditioning Association, a non-profit professional organisation dedicated to advancing the strength and conditioning profession around the world.
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First came the COVID-19 diagnostic test created by our scientists π§ͺ.β
Then came the Cwm Taf nurses who swabbed health care workers to make sure it worked πͺ. And if youβre having a photoshoot remember the 2 metre rule still appliesπ. #WeAreTogether #USWFamily #Wales
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We are excited to have climbed 32 places in this years Guardian University League Table π π Thank you to all our staff and students π#uswfamily .
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We love this artwork of @Harry_Styles by Art student Rebecca Rollings! #1D #onedirection
http://t.co/pPrY4kzyyo.
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Hannah Bluck is an inspiration. Diagnosed with autism as a child and bullied at school, she sought refuge in sport. Now aged 20 & studying for a degree in Strength and Conditioning, Hannah has played for Wales in three sports - football, basketball and rugby. This is her story.
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THREAD. We're pleased to confirm that we're preparing to welcome students onto our campuses in September 2020. Your health and wellbeing is our top priority & with social distancing requirements expected to continue for some time, we are adapting how we run our courses.
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That moment when you're a USW lecturer in Visual Effects and you get mistaken for the winner of the Tour de France and all-round Welsh legend! @geraintthomas and @GeraintThomas86 ππ².
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Former Wales Women's Football Manager, Jayne Ludlow MBE, has joined University of South Wales (USW) as Head of Sportβ½
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A message from Vice-Chancellor Julie Lydon
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π¨ Coronavirus Update π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ . π₯ Keeping people safe, keeping learning going.π» USW is moving now to remote learning for students.π Staff working from home if possible. Find out more ππ» #coronavirusuk
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Today is #StDwynwensDay, the Welsh equivalent of Valentine's Day. Try saying something romantic in Welsh today! β€οΈ
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USW has risen to 53rd in the UK in the Guardian League Table 2023. We've risen 29 places β¬οΈ up from 82nd last year .Placing us fourth in Wales π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ. We've improved in:.β
Rankings for entry tariffs.β
Value added . These are the improvements in educational attainment whilst at uni
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USW has become the first in Wales to invest in a state-of-the-art child manikin. Used to teach student nurses, the manikin of a five-year-old mimics many of the behaviours expected from a young child when they are undergoing treatment in hospital
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Our scientists have developed a simple, quick and cost-effective diagnostic test for Covid-19. The test is designed to support frontline health workers, prevent further spread and enable them to quickly return to work.
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UPDATE: In view of severe weather predictions, all University of South Wales campuses will be closed on Thursday 1 March. Please check the USW website, social media, The Hub and Unilife for further updates on whether campuses will open on Friday and Saturday.
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HUGE congratulations to all our students who have received results today - we're so proud of you, you did it! ππ
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Weβve been shortlisted as the Times Higher Educationβs (THE) University of the Year ππ. The THE awards are widely known as the 'Oscars of higher education' and celebrate a wide range of achievements.
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A big shout out to our brilliant staff from the Clinical Simulation Centre who have donated PPE equipment to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board β₯οΈπ#USWfamily @USW_ClinSimCent @CwmTafMorgannwg
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More than 40 USW students and graduates worked on the production of the epic BBC fantasy drama 'His Dark Materials'. The series was produced in Cardiff by Bad Wolf π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώπ¬. USW's partnership with Screen Alliance Wales provides unique career opportunities for students and graduates.
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The snow has even got into Cardiff's famous arcades! βοΈβοΈ Brilliant π· by Sion Tudur #cardiffsnow #walessnow #cardiff #wales
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Weβre so excited to announce our plans for our upcoming graduation ceremonies ππ. USW graduates will be crossing the graduation stage for the first time at the International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales) in Newport next year π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ
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At the University of South Wales, we condemn racism and any form of racist or discriminatory behaviour. USW reaffirms its commitment to work to eradicate it and we stand by all who suffer because of it.
We recognise that racism is not only an issue in the US. At the University of South Wales we condemn racism and any form of racist or discriminatory behaviour. USW reaffirms its commitment to work to eradicate it and we stand by all who suffer because of it. @UniSouthWales.
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Dr Ben Calvert has been announced as the new Vice-Chancellor of USW. Ben, who is currently USWβs Deputy Vice-Chancellor, will take over the role from Professor Julie Lydon who retires later this year.
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What's going on?! It's so dark on Treforest campus!π―βοΈ
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In April our student nurses joined the NHS frontline to fight the coronavirus pandemic and now they have a message for you. This affects everyone. You need to follow the guidance, look after yourself and other people. #USWFamily π
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USW graduate Gemma Evans, from the Rhondda, plays football for Wales. "It's all I have ever wanted since I was young - to be a footballer. I can't really describe the feeling of pulling on a Welsh shirt. It's one of those feelings you can only feel." #IWD2018
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This #IWD2019 I will be celebrating the diverse & many talents of women across the world and promoting those (such as women with learning disabilities) whose contribution is often not given recognition #BalanceforBetter - @NorthwayRuth , Professor of Learning Disability Nursing
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Happy St Davidβs Day from all of us at USW! πΌ Dydd Gwyl Dewi Sant hapus wrth bawb ym Mhrifysgol De Cymru! π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ
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We're so excited to share with you our βUnleash Your Coloursβ summer campaign, featuring six of our students and graduates! π½π¨π. Itβs all about being bold, independent and fulfilling your potential #USWcolours. Join us this September:
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Congratulations to all of the students who are on their way to Uni South Wales π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ this September πππ. We can't wait to meet you π. Where do you come from? π.What are you studying? π©βππ¨βπ. Let us know in our mentionsπ. #USWFamily #Clearing2019 #ALevelResults2019
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@Mufc_Monkey @CasualSaturdays Thank you for bringing this to our attention, we are now investigating it.
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When USW graduate Nia Davies joined @swans_academy, she became the UK's first full-time female football coach at any premier league academy. @niadavies90 said: "Male or female, if you are good at your job, you should get the opportunity to succeed." #IWD2018
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To mark the #NationalDayOfReflection, weβve illuminated our Ty Crawshay and Glynneath Buildings at our Pontypridd Campus and our Cardiff Campus in yellow. Together we will βreflect on our collective loss, support those whoβve been bereaved, and hope for a brighter futureβ.
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Did you watch the EPIC first episode of the new BBC series His Dark Materials?. Over 40 of our students and graduates worked on the production that was filmed in Cardiff at Wolf Studios Wales π¬π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ #HisDarkMaterials
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Huge congratulations to all of the students on their way to the University of South Wales! Join us in welcoming them to the USW Family! πβ€οΈ #USWfamily #ourUSW
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The amazing Pride Cymru Parade today in Cardiff, including our students and staff β€οΈπ³οΈβππ₯ #pride #pridecymru #cardiff #loveUSW @PrideCymru
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Treforest Campus looking beautiful in the snow this morning βοΈπ¨οΈ
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USW Menβs 1st Team snatched the BUCS Championship trophy from Hartpury last night. The win means the team have completed a league and cup double for the season, having won the Premier South title unbeaten π β½οΈ
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Hand sanitiser has been produced for distribution, to local hospitals, care homes and police stations by our @USW_Chem_PharmS technical team. #WeAreTogether #USWFamily
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Huge congratulations to all of our new students ππWe can't wait to welcome you in September ππ. πWhere do you come from?.π©βπWhat will you be studying?. Let us know in the comments π. #USWClearing #ResultsDay #USWFamily
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All campuses closed on Friday and Saturday. Weβll have staff onsite to maintain essential services for students living on campus. But the weather is forecast to deteriorate further and we want students and staff to stay safe, so please do not travel in.
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John-Marc Comperat a Learning Disability student nurse has created a website to support people with Learning Disabilities and their carers. As a result, has become part of a national campaign to raise the profile of the work done by universities @MadeAtUni
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Delighted to have risen 24 places in @TheTimes & @TheSundayTimes Good University Guide 2021β¬οΈ. Improvements in. πGraduate Prospects.πGood Honours.π·Spend on services & facilities. Our staff work hard so that our students receive high-quality education & experienceπ. #USWFamily
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Six of our Subject Areas have reached Top 25 in the UK in the latest Guardian League Table! Health Professions are first in the UK and Geography sixth.
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"I'm living proof that second chances exist.". Newportβs Connor Allen β award-winning poet, actor and writer β has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from USW in recognition of his contribution to literature π. #USWgrad
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Happy New Year to all our students, alumni and staff πWe canβt wait to see what 2020 will bring for our students πβ¨Blwyddyn Newydd Dda!
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Graduation tales: Student nurse Tammie overcomes cancer to graduate
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From September, weβll be introducing a blended learning approach, which combines a blend of online and on-campus delivery. It will ensure that students receive good experiences, interaction with other students and academics, and high-quality education π
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Good luck to all of our grads who have been nominated for Academy Awards tonightπ . π₯ Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker.π₯ Avengers: Endgame.π₯ The Lion King.π₯ 1917. π» Visual Effects.π¨ Production Design.π₯ Animated Feature Film. #Oscars2020
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Congratulations to our very own Clare Johnson, for being shortlisted for the #STEM Woman of the Year. ππ. #WalesSTEMAwards #USWFamily
Shortlisted in the #STEM Woman of the Year category sponsored by @devbankwales are Wajiha Afsar of @atkinsglobal , Catrin Williams of @LlandrilloMenai , Hazel Thorpe of @The_IPO , Clare Johnson of @UniSouthWales and Amy Rattenbury from @GlyndwrUni - Congrats! #WalesSTEMAwards
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Liam Mason was snapped up by Blackburn Rovers straight after graduating from USW and is now their Athletic Performance Coach
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We're really excited to announce our brand new student accommodation opening this September! β€οΈπ
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Hollywood actor and comedy writer Steve Speirs has received an Honorary Fellowship from USW today for his contribution to the TV and Film industryππ½οΈ.@SteveSpeirs4 @USWCreative .#uswgrad
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Itβs #InternationalNursesDay so weβre thanking our nursing students, staff and colleagues in the nursing community πππ. Thank you for your endless efforts, compassion & the difference youβre making, every day. #NHSheroes #USWfamily #IND2020 #WeAreTogether
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Prof Ruth Northway given OBE in recognition of her services to learning disability nursing
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WEATHER UPDATE. Following the severe weather overnight, there has been some localised flooding on our campuses in Treforest and Glyntaff. We have staff on-site to monitor the ongoing situation and will ensure staff and students are kept updated on further developments.
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Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The University is now closed. We'll be back at 9am on Wednesday 2 January. See you in 2019! πβοΈ
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Beautiful sky above our Cardiff Campus β
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Huge congratulations to Learning Disability Nursing student, @Tyler_Payne8 , who last night was named @RCNWales Student Nurse of the Year 2017 πβ€οΈ @USWnurs_mid #proudldnurse #WalesNOTY2017
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Richey Edwards' sister will speak about the musicianβs mysterious disappearance at a USW conference on 5-7 July. Book on to the International Missing Children and Adults Conference: #RicheyEdwards #ManicStreetPreachers
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Congratulations to Ian Jeffreys who has been appointed Professor of Sports Coaching #strengthandconditioning #sport
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βThe game of football should be loved by all. It shouldnβt come down to how old we are, how pretty or ugly we are or what gender we are.β Today on #IWD2018 we have chosen to focus on women in football and tell the stories of three womenβ¦and one team!
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Weβve been named an Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education by the National Cyber Security Centre @NCSC, receiving a Gold Award. π»π. We are one of eight "pioneering" universities who received this recognition by this new government programme. #CyberSecurity
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Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! The University is now closed. We'll be back at 9am on Tuesday 2 January. See you in 2018! π
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Happy New Year to our students, staff and alumni. Wishing you health, happiness and success in 2019! Blwyddyn Newydd Dda! π
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#HisDarkMaterials dominates the @BAFTACymru nominations! π¬π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ. More than 40 of our students and graduates worked on the @BBC fantasy drama @darkmaterials, produced by @BadWolf_TV. #USWFamily @ScreenAllianceW.
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Huge congratulations to all of our new students ππ. Welcome to the #USWFamily β€οΈ We canβt wait to see you on campus in September ππ. π What course will you be studying?.π Where will you be joining us from?. Let us know in the comments π
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Huge congratulations to the class of 2018! We're so proud of you πππ #uswgrad #uswgraduation #graduation
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Buildings on Treforest campus have gone purple for International Day of Disabled Persons 2018 #IDDP2018 The full story is on @ITVWales Wales at Six news, featuring lecturer @rwilks #PurpleLightUp
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At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them #LestWeForget #remembranceday
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Wishing our students, alumni and staff all over the world a very Merry Christmas! Nadolig Llawen! Have a wonderful day π
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Congratulations to all of our students graduating today π You can watch a live stream of all of today's ceremonies on youtube
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Welcome Back to all of our students π A new term and a new decade πWhat do you want to achieve in 2020? . πΈShelley Deacon
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Cardiac arrests, bed shortages & a patient on the run from the police were just a few of the scenarios our student nurses had to deal with today as part of a simulated exercise in our Emergency Department. Students worked alongside probationary officers from @gwentpolice
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Congratulations to all our students who graduated today! Weβve loved being part of your special day. Enjoy the celebrations this evening. π π . #USWGrad
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Meg Webb is balancing her adult nursingπ©ββοΈstudies, at the University, with playing with Walesβ Womenβs Six Nationsπsquad!. She spoke to us about her experiences on and off the pitchπ.
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We are saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. We send our condolences to The Royal Family. An online Book of Condolence is now available for our community to share their memories of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.
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Whatever you study at USW, you get the very best of #SouthWales to explore. We're one university in three locations π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ. π#Cardiff π#Newport π#Pontypridd. Always connected. Always different. And you're always welcome. #Wales #USWFamily #WalesAdventure
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When Eira lost her husband James, she decided to fulfil his dream of completing a History degree. Today, that's come true #changeyourlife today #uswgrad
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Weβve been working hard to ensure our campuses are safe and ready to welcome our students in September, as part of the blended learning approach to teaching weβve adopted. We canβt wait to get the #USWFamily back where they belong!
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Pontypridd has been named among the top eight towns in the UK ππ¬π§ after being awarded the Wales Champion Town title at the Letβs Celebrate Towns Awards π
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Feminist sociologist Dr Roiyah Saltus has today been included in Brilliant, Black & Welsh: A celebration of 100 inspirational people published by Walesonline. She said: βAs a person of colour, I am humbled to be listed with others who have sought to contribute to Welsh society."
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Congratulations to all our students who graduated today at Treforest! Weβre so proud of you. ππ
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Today just got 10x more special!π. Massive congratulations to Debora Toppo and her new fiancΓ©e on their USW graduation engagement today!π. We wish you every happiness in your future together.π°π€΅ββοΈ. #USWGrad #USWFamily
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This #IWD2019 I will be thinking about the 3 million plus women in the UK that are providing hidden, unpaid, often βround the clockβ care to those that they love and am hoping that more will be done to support those that care - Karyn Davies, mental health nurse / lecturer
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Weβve risen 29 Places β¬οΈ in the Guardian League Table 2023 π Some of our subject areas have been named Top in Wales π΄σ §σ ’σ ·σ ¬σ ³σ Ώ and within the Top 20 in the UK π¬π§ #USWFamily
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Congratulations!. Take a bow and celebrate your success. Things may look a bit different this summer, but we still want you to have your time in the spotlight & a space to come together and reflect on your achievements & your time at USW. #USWClassOf2020
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Congratulations to all our students being awarded their postgraduate research degree this week. What an achievement. We are incredibly proud of each and every one of you ππ @USWResearch #USWClassof2021
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Freshers Giveaway π. WIN .π Personalised USW Hoodie.π· USW Print and Design voucher Β£10.βοΈ Personalised White Mug w/ USW Crest. How to Enter.Like & RT.Follow @uswprintdesign . #WelcomeFest21 #WelcomeToUSW
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Our Fashion team created bespoke outfits for seven year-old conjoined twins Marieme and Ndeye, as part of a documentary on their lives. Inseparable Sisters is on tonight at 8pm on BBC One Wales and 10.40pm on BBC One:.
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