The University of Cumbria is celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 by shining a spotlight on a number of remarkable women whose resilience and determination have transformed their lives and their professions.

The University of Cumbria welcomed employers from across the country to its Barrow campus on Tuesday 3 March for Building the Future Workforce, an employer-focused event designed to explore skills development and future workforce needs.

Students from the local area visited University of Cumbria’s Barrow-in-Furness campus on 26 February for an inspiring and thought-provoking audience with internationally renowned designer and University of Cumbria Honorary Fellow, Wayne Hemingway MBE. The event provided a valuable opportunity for students to gain direct insight from a respected entrepreneur while reinforcing the university’s focus on people, place and partnership.