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Social Enterprise for the 21st Century

The University of St Mark & St John, Plymouth, has been commended by Plymouth City Council Leader Tudor Evans in recognition of its commitment to Social Enterprise.

The University has become one of only four universities in the UK to have been awarded the Social Enterprise Mark. This makes Plymouth, which was the UK's first social enterprise city, the only city in the UK with two...

Work to start on Marjon Link Road

Work to build a new link road between the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon) and Derriford Hospital will get under way on Monday 8 December.

The Marjon Link Road scheme will widen the existing road between Plymbridge Lane and Derriford Road to provide a new two-way link for buses. This will reduce journey times and improve reliability by allowing buses to access the university...

Are women still purchasing magazines in print?

A Plymouth student is investigating whether women still purchase glossy magazines in print.

Caitlin Green, who is studying journalism at the University of St Mark and St John, is researching whether women still buy their glossy magazines in print or if they are now downloading them on devices such as Ipads and e readers.

Caitlin is urging the people of Devon to get involved...

Planning permission granted for new bus link road in Derriford

Proposals for a new bus link road between Derriford Hospital and the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon) have been given the green light by city planners.

The Marjon Link Road Scheme will provide a two-way, bus-only road between Marjon and Derriford Hospital, with a segregated cycleway and footpath. It will allow buses to bypass part of the A386 and Derriford Roundabout,...

Council House opens its doors to the public for graduate art exhibition

An exhibition of striking artwork by Plymouth graduates will be on display as the Council House opens its doors for public viewings.

Paintings, prints, photos, ceramics and sculptures feature in the display borrowed from degree shows at Plymouth University, Plymouth College of Art and the University of St Mark and St John.

The exhibition will be open to the public on three days...

Plymouth universities hit as staff take strike action

Students at Plymouth University and the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon) face disruption today (Thursday 31 October) as staff members of the University and College Union(UCU), Unite and Unison trade unions walk out in a dispute over pay.

The national strike will see UK universities hit with the most widespread disruption for years on Thursday as members of UCU, UNISON and...

Plans submitted for new bus link road in Derriford

Proposals for a new bus link road between Derriford Hospital and the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon) have been submitted to city planners.

The Marjon Link Road Scheme will provide a two-way, bus-only road between Marjon and Derriford Hospital, with a segregated cycleway and footpath. It will allow buses to bypass part of the A386 and Derriford Roundabout, improving bus...

Meet the Chamber and Plymouth Junior Chamber

Meet the Chamber & Plymouth Junior Chamber

13th June 2013 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Plymouth Chamber's free Bi-Monthly networking event that is designed for the following;

• Welcome members that are new to Plymouth Chamber • Update our current members • Welcome non-members to explore the benefits of becoming a member of the Chamber of Commerce.

This month Plymouth Chamber have teamed up with Plymouth Junior Chamber and are being hosted by the University of St Mark and St John. Delegates can enjoy a tour of the new JAM centre...

Funding boost for Marjon Link Road scheme in Derriford

Plymouth City Council has won more than £1 million to provide a new bus link road between Derriford Hospital and the University of St Mark and St John (Marjon).

The grant, awarded by the Department for Transport through its Local Pinch Point Fund, was announced by Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin earlier today. Up to £190 million is being made available through the fund over the...

Marjon create orchard to preserve college's biodiversity

An orchard has been created at the University of St Mark & St John following an idea that came from the university’s biodiversity report, written by lecturer Alan Williams. The report highlighted the range of biodiversity at Marjon and its importance to the community.

From bats to badgers and orchids to ox-eye daisies the campus is a haven to a great many species and preserving...

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