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Resonate Roadshow

Days in the Community for the University of Warwick's 60th Anniversary

Brought to you by Warwick Institute of Engagement

The University of Warwick is bringing its 60th Anniversary celebrations to a location near you through our public engagement programme, Resonate. We’re popping up in community centres, town halls, shopping centres and parks across Coventry and Warwickshire with free events and activities designed to spark conversation, inspire curiosity and make you smile.

Find details of upcoming events, alongside the many other Resonate events we’re delivering across the year, on the Resonate website – Resonate Festival

Upcoming Events in The Resonate Roadshow:

Saturday 23rd August 12-3pm: Resonate Roadshow presents...Curious Creators (Free, Drop-in)

Taking place at Nuneaton Library, Saints Community Centre, and the streets in between. All ages welcome.

Curious Creators brings real research to life through interactive art activities designed by University of Warwick researchers in collaboration with amazing local artists. From painting to photography, music to movement, every activity is inspired by real, current research and crafted to be accessible and adaptable for all.

Register hereLink opens in a new window for the event and the low cost food offer available on the day.

Past Events in The Resonate Roadshow:

Tuesday 18th March: Warwick at Night

40 visitors explored the campus at night time, with opportunities to see nocturnal animals, investigate the UV spectrum, and visit the Observatory. A huge thank you to the Energy and Sustainability team who organised this event with support from Warwick Institute of Engagement.

Sunday 11th May: Seeds, Soil and Sustainability at the Innovation Campus

250 visitors got hands-on with bees, botany, and bots during an exciting day out at the University of Warwick's Innovation Campus in Wellesbourne, Stratford-upon-Avon. It was a celebration of sustainability for all ages, offering the chance to learn all about seeds, soil, and so much more! A huge thank you to the 85 staff, students and external partners involved in organising and delivering this event.

Explore the Seeds, Soil & Sustainability eventLink opens in a new window.

Saturday 7th June: Resonate Roadshow at the Canley Big Lunch

Visitors joined us in Prior Deram Park for the Canley Big Lunch organised by Playing Out in Canley. There were activities and stalls on the theme of World Peace to explore and delicious free food from local providers. University of Warwick researcher Kate Astbury, the Resonate team and visitors designed personalised t-shirts, using slogans for world peace in many languages.

Saturday 21st June: Resonate Roadshow at the Rugby Art Gallery and Museum's Birthday Bash

Visitors joined us at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum to celebrate their 25th birthday alongside our 60th birthday!

Street art and parkour workshops, face painting and crazy scientists on stilts were at the event for visitors to explore.


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