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ABERYSTWYTH University is the main sponsor of Maes B, the Welsh medium rock and pop festival for young people which takes place alongside the National Eisteddfod this week.

Up to 3,000 festival goers are expected to attend Maes B which is described by the organisers as the National Eisteddfod’s “official after-dark little brother” with performances by Candelas, Bryn Fôn, Swnami and Yws Gwynedd.

Aberystwyth University will also have the ‘Dyma dy Le’ (This is your Place) teepee on the Anglesey site, which offers a space to unwind and charge mobile phones.

Dr Rhodri Llwyd Morgan, Pro Vice-Chancellor of Aberystwyth University, said: “The university is delighted with the latest development in partnership with Maes B. The university has a long and prolific association with the Welsh music scene, through our students’ creativity as well as our support for some of the leading events on the scene. This year we are giving our support to celebrate the success of Maes B as a brand that continues to capture people’s imagination.”

The President of UMCA, Gwion Llwyd Williams, said: “Aberystwyth University offers an unrivalled close-knit, welcoming Welsh language student community and excellent opportunities to study through the medium of Welsh across a broad range of courses, and it will be great to be a part of its presence on Maes B.

“For decades Aber has provided an environment that has nurtured rock bands who have made outstanding contributions to the Welsh music scene, and for this reason the university’s support for Maes B is particularly apt. And of course, UMCA has played a crucial role in what is being offered to students during their study here, and ensuring that Welsh students have a memorable social experience here as well and making sure their voices are heard within the university.”

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