This section brings you the latest news on our student training and Award events, plus key programme activity happening right now.

The London Knowledge Transfer Awards 2008
Submit your entry by 31 October

The London Knowledge Transfer Awards 2008 are sponsored by the LDA and aim to promote and celebrate successful partnerships between London’s business community and the London knowledge base. The competition is open to all students and businesses who have taken part in an Innovation Placement since the beginning of 2008.

Categories – there are likely to be six categories and one overall top achievement award where the winner is drawn from the best of the individual categories.

Visit www.londonktawards.co.uk to find out more about the categories and how to enter.

Join our online forum!

For students, academics and partners our online forum keeps you up to date with the latest news on the programme and gives you the opportunity to ask questions and network with your peers.

Academic support opportunities

We now have opportunities available for inspiring academics to provide expertise and support to placements in dynamic businesses across London.

You can read about current vacancies on our online forum or contact Alison McGregor or Gareth Lewis for more information.
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Student Enterprise Training Events

Throughout the year we and our partners will run a number of events to help educate and build your entrepreneurial and enterprise skills. These dynamic and interactive events open a window onto starting your own business, and ensure outstanding performance in your choice of career.

Bright Futures September 2008 (run by WestFocus)

Develop your enterprising spirit!

3-5 September, University of Westminster, Marylebone Campus. Free to students from WestFocus universities.
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Join the programme!

Our programme is now well underway and we’re looking for:

• • talented and ambitious students ready to take on the challenge of our placements across London throughout the year
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• • innovative small to medium sized London businesses, social enterprises and charities who would welcome the opportunity to have some fresh talent and new ideas
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• • to engage inspiring tutors, lecturers and other academics who would like to support and build expertise with our companies and students
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