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Crime Scene Investigation Day has returned to Glyndwr University campus in a hybrid format.

Wrexham Glyndwr University’s high-profile annual Crime Scene Investigation Day returned to campus this year, in a hybrid format. Pre-pandemic, the Plas Coch campus would host a ‘crime’ played out and investigated on site. Last year, the event was held entirely online, but with a relaxing of restrictions allowing for students and staff to return on […]

THE future of learning both virtually and in-person is up for discussion at a Wrexham university. This follows news that the University of Manchester has announced it is going to switch permanently to blended learning - with lectures remaining online even after the pandemic. Student groups in Manchester say they’re not happy with this decision - believing it will change the nature of the student experience forever. In Wales, virtual learning methods were thrust upon students as the CO...

University staff and students investigate “double murder mystery” in virtual crime scene day Staff and students from a range of courses recently teamed up make this year’sWrexham Glyndwr University Crime Scene Day a success, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Plas Coch campus usually sees a ‘crime’ played out and then investigated on site. But this year, the event moved online and focussed on a double murder at a wedding on Ynys Owain, a fictional island off th...

Award-winning university project digitally adapted to boost social element during pandemic A multi-award winning project where Social Work students hear first-hand from individuals about their experiences of social care and health practice has been adapted to keep running during the coronavirus pandemic. The Outside In programme is now engaging with students across virtual platforms – with an Open Mic night, online role play and assessment, and much more taking place – keeping both students...