Uni joins premier league.

COMMUNITY links are set to be strengthened and enhanced as part of a new partnership between the University of Derby and Derby County Football Club.

The Family and Community Stand at Derby County's Pride Park Stadium is to be named the 'University of Derby Stand' for the 2007-08 season as the football club prepare for life back in the Premier League.

The announcement forms part of a package of measures that will cement the relationship between the University and the football club, reflecting the growing confidence of both organisations.

Peter Gadsby, Chairman of Derby County Football Club, …