Single mothers, stigma and online dating: an FRDA exploration of modern relationships in the digital world. Thursday 13th November 2025, 5.00 – 6.30pm The Beehive Harborough Rd, Northampton NN2 8LR September’s Café Scientifique is presented by Sarah Ibordor a Psychology PhD student at The University of Northampton with a background in Social Work and Social Sciences. https://www.northampton.ac.uk/research/research-institutes-and-centres/centre-for-health-sciences-and-services-chss/ This talk will examine Declan’s work with Northampton’s Active Quarter and the partnership of local people and organisations. This talk will examine Sarah’s research around single mothers, stigma and online dating.? Modern relationships are increasingly influenced by the digital world and its content, which in itself is a rapidly evolving landscape.  The rise, development and popularity of dating apps has created limitless options in regards to connecting with people, with the potential of developing a romantic connection. The practical implications of this have seen an abundance of possibility although also the capacity for deception and a paradox of choice.  Within the demographic of single mothers who are seeking a romantic partner, the historical stigma, which remains present was explored within the research study through semi structured interviews.? We look forward to welcoming you. Refreshments available to purchase.

You can be confident that you’ll find out everything you need to know about studying with us when you attend one of our Open Days. What can I expect on the day? Coming to our Open Day will give you the opportunity to: Speak to academic staff to give you a real taste of the courses we offer Quiz our current students on every aspect of student life Take a tour of our Campus Get a feel for our halls of residences Speak to advisors and find out about fees, scholarships, accommodation and student support Ask your questions about postgraduate options Chat to the Students’ Union and meet representatives from our clubs and societies Take a look at the sample Open Day schedule

Making sure compassion-led and patient-centred care is the top priority for professionals will be discussed and shared at University of Northampton (UON) in March. UON’s second Care and Compassion Conference will see policy and thought leaders from home and away come to Waterside Campus to share insights and research on Tuesday 24 March, from 9:30am-4pm. Keynote speeches will come from Dementia UK CEO Dr Hilda Hayo and Emeritus Professor and child advocacy expert, Eunice Lumsden. There will also be research-based talks from UON postgraduate students Claire Davies (the impact of dementia on carers) and Brigitte Gouda (children’s oral health through school visits from dental nurses) and Deborah Babalola (health literacy). The closing keynote speech will be from Professor Sir Al Aynsley-Green, a leading expert on putting compassion and empathy at the heart of healthcare. His talk will cover why creating compassionate cultures is so important. You can hear some of his thoughts about this in the podcast he recorded with UON academics Associate Professor Dr Tracey Redwood and Senior Lecturer in Advanced Nursing, Win Hughes. The day will include research poster presentations and a special themed Schwartz Round, story sharing and insights sessions for mostly health and care students and staff used at University...

Join us to celebrate the launch of two inspiring new publications hosted by the Centre for Education and Research. Promoting Infant Family Mental Health and Wellbeing, co-edited by UON’s Dr Helen Simmons and Dr Robin Sturman-Coombs from The Open University. Creating Affirming Environments for Communication and Language Development, by UON’s Dr Tanya Richardson. Hear from the authors about how these books can be used to promote inclusive practice, early relationships and affirming environments in early childhood and family contexts. Refreshments on arrival. For more details or to register visit: Book launch Tickets.   Wed 15 April 2026, 17:30 – 19:00 Morley Room, Senate, Waterside Campus Free entry

Sign up now for April’s So, here’s the thing … Lisa Pearson (Trustwide Suicide Prevention Lead) and Andy Willis (Lived Experience Lead) from Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT) will be presenting this training on suicide awareness and prevention. We will be discussing suicide data, myths, language and how to ask the question. We hope after the session attendees will feel more confident about asking the question and will be aware of the support available in our community that they can signpost to. This is a difficult and sensitive topic so before you join, please consider the impact on your wellbeing. Sign up here. Fri 24 April 2026, 12:30 – 13:30 Senate 406, Waterside campus Free