Global Illuminations Procession
Global Illuminations Procession
A dazzling international light procession winding through the heart of campus
Event date:
Wednesday 19 November, 1:30 - 7:00 pm, Central Campus
The University of Warwick celebrated its 60th Anniversary with a dazzling international light procession, students, staff and the local community joined together to create a luminous display, winding through the heart of campus. The rhythm of student musicians guided the procession as they carried handcrafted lanterns and light sculptures, lighting up familiar campus pathways with a creative glow.
This has been a 19-month adventure of creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. Together with 5 University partners, 8 artists, and 11 student groups, we've had 17 workshops leading to 7 new outdoor performances, and not to mention all of the props! This immense final sharing and celebration could not have happened without the student societies and staff volunteers.
Global Illuminations was one of the exciting events of the One World Warwick November campaign. Events were held on campus and with partners worldwide, One World WarwickLink opens in a new window invited you to connect, collaborate, celebrate, and explore new perspectives.
Check back here soon to access the image gallery and watch the wonderful event again
Participants were invited to make their own lanterns at home to use during the procession using household recyclables and some craft items
Student lantern making workshop
The bear and '60' lanterns made by students during Welcome Week were featured in the procession
Event Schedule - Wednesday 19 November
We had a fun packed day, with ways to get creative, meet new people, share your culture and learn about others. Including;
> Student Creative Workshops
1.30 - 4.30pm, Warwick Arts Centre, Faculty of Arts Agora & Copper Rooms 2.
Staff and the local community could follow the Make Your Own Lantern at Home video above to create a lantern to bring along to the procession.
> Go Global Fair for Students
10.00am - 5.00pm, Rootes Restaurant
Speak to exhibitors about international opportunities, including studying abroad, volunteering, working abroad and make a lantern!
> Food Trucks
11.00am - 7.00pm, Piazza
Food vendors with a range of cuisines from across the world were on standby for a lunchtime treat or a hot drink to fuel your walk.
> Exhibition: Takuro Kuwata, Tea Bowl Punk
1.30pm - 7.00pm, Mead Gallery
Explore the fusion of traditional Japanese ceramics and contemporary artistry in, the first UK solo exhibition by renowned artist Takuro Kuwata.
> UV Face Painting
1.30pm - 4.30pm, Piazza
Give yourself a free glow up with our talented UV face painters.
> Mindfulness Activity: Contemplating Light
4.00pm - 4.45pm, The Chaplaincy Lawn Labyrinth
Take a moment to pause, reflect, and find calm. Guided by the Chaplaincy team, use this peaceful space to explore mindfulness and contemplation through light.
> Global Illuminations Procession
5.00pm Piazza
Join us for the main event at 5.00pm in the Piazza!