The School of Life Science’s first poet in residency project has been transformative in its creative outreach activities.

Sujath Menon has created a book full of 60 thoughtful poems, many inspired by our Warwicks scientists and predominantly female scientists. Several of the poems have been longlisted, shortlisted and indeed prize-winning in national and international competitions.

Fourteen of these poems are being prepared for more permanent exhibition – with a trail planned around the woods and paths near School of Life Sciences on campus for our community to enjoy.

The poems are being etched on glass and embedded in solid wood sleepers, ready for planting. Looking forward to skinning spells, talking in the rhizosphere, hydrosapien neuropathies and more!

Celebrating the work of current academics from Gibbet Hill and reflecting the expansion around Gibbet Hill, the trail will encourage people to explore wonderful but relatively less accessed green spaces, providing an opportunity for everyone to enjoy our beautiful campus - combining literature, biology and outdoor activity, promoting mental health & wellbeing.

The map gives a feel for the trail and we'll share more information as the trail develops and should be completed during May 2025.