TV presenter Anita Rani says there is no other city like Bradford as she gears up to take on a prestigious role.

The Bradford-born Countryfile and Radio 4 Woman’s Hour presenter, who has been announced as the new Chancellor of the University of Bradford, has made her first trip onto campus.

She hailed the city as she took time out from her busy schedule to meet with students and staff during the day-long visit.

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: Anita Rani during her visit to the University of Bradford Anita Rani during her visit to the University of Bradford (Image: University of Bradford)

Anita said: “There is no other city like Bradford. It is unique.

“What Bradford has to offer is so rich in its culture, its heritage, its diversity - it is one of the coolest cities on earth.

“You only need to travel 20 minutes in any direction and you are in the most spectacular countryside that has inspired people for generations.

“I have known Bradford is cool my whole life and I cannot wait for other people to see what the University of Bradford has to offer.”

During her visit, Anita visited various locations on campus, met with and chatted to students and staff, and took part in a question-and-answer session filmed by students in the University’s TV studio.

She also met Professor Andrew Wilson, Chair in Forensic and Archaeological Sciences, who gave a talk on the Virtual Bradford 3D project.

 

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