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Why I decided to… volunteer at graduation

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:43:33 GMT

Hilary Hopker (Communications) reflects on returning to degree ceremonies at Warwick 30 years on from her own graduation here, and how we collectively create an unforgettable experience for graduates and their families.

Professor Stuart Croft awarded an honorary doctorate

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:01:29 GMT

Professor Stuart Croft, our Vice-Chancellor and President, has been celebrated with an honorary doctorate from Coventry University - recognising his outstanding contributions to higher education and international security.

Humans of Warwick: Meet Chris Mapp

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:44:20 GMT

“It was a surreal moment when I found myself standing inside the Vice-Chancellor's office, carrying a boom box with our demo recording on it.”

Throughout our 60th year we shared the stories of our colleagues who make the University tick with their energy, passion and commitment. Now, we’re pleased to bring back the Humans of Warwick series to celebrate even more of our amazing and diverse community.

Meet our first Chief People Officer, Nia Fortune

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:41:11 GMT

We catch up with Nia Fortune, who joined the University Executive Board (UEB) at the start of this academic year, to learn more about her experiences and her thoughts on shaping this new role.   

Professor Swaran Singh appointed to House of Lords

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:09:00 GMT

Professor Swaran Singh (Warwick Medical School) has been appointed as a life peer – recognising his longstanding contributions to mental health research, clinical psychiatry and public service, including work on equality and human rights.

Celebrating three new British Academy Fellows

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:05:51 GMT

Professor Sonia Bhalotra (Economics), Professor Kirsty Hooper (Hispanic Studies) and Professor Celia Lury (Centre for Interdisciplinary Methodologies) have been elected as Fellows of the British Academy – recognising the originality and influence of their research in the humanities and social sciences.

In memory of Natalie Livermore

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:02:16 GMT

Colleagues will be very sad to hear of the death of Natalie Livermore, from the University Nursery.

Getting stuck in: What I learned from a day with the team

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:58 GMT

Sioned Cash, Interim Director of Staff & Student Accommodation, joined teams during one of Warwick Accommodation’s busiest weekends to see first-hand the physical effort and fast pace involved in turning around 2,000 rooms at the end of the academic year.

Nominees for the Above & Beyond Awards

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:25:08 GMT

It was great to see so many high-quality nominations for the new Above & Beyond Awards this year! Take a look at the full list of nominees.

A huge well done to everyone who was put forward by their colleagues for demonstrating our values. Want to celebrate a colleague? Look out for nominations reopening next academic year.

Unitemps win Business Partnership of the Year

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:11:30 GMT

The Unitemps team have been recognised at the 2026 CUBO Awards for helping institutions reduce recruitment costs, creating sustainable commercial income and, most importantly, providing thousands of students with flexible, paid employment opportunities.