Businesses invited to engage with University talent at free events

Lancashire businesses are invited to meet the county’s freshest creative talent at a series of free events being held by the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

As part of the festival, businesses will have the opportunity to meet students, course tutors and key colleagues from UCLan’s careers, placement and partnership development teams at a business networking lunch on Friday June 9 at Venue 53 from 12pm – 3pm. There’ll also be the chance to take guided tours around a particular area of interest.

In addition, Preston’s Harris Museum and Art Gallery will play host to the official opening of the Lancashire Arts Festival Awards Exhibition on June 21 between 5.30pm – 7.30pm, a showcase of final year students’ work which has been shortlisted for the festival’s awards.

Dr Andrew Ireland, executive dean of UCLan’s Faculty of Culture and the Creative Industries, said: “These free events are the perfect opportunities for the county’s businesses to meet with the latest, fresh creative talent from the University. Whether you’re looking to recruit graduates, develop your workforce or access expertise, we’d welcome you to come along and explore what’s on offer.” Advance booking for the events is essential and can be done through the following links: