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Celebrating 75 years of the Crop Centre’s pioneering agriculture research
The University of Warwick is celebrating 75 years of plant science research at its internationally recognised Crop Centre – the UK’s leading research facility for vegetable growers. The Crop Centre, based at The University of Warwick’s Innovation Campus, Stratford-upon-Avon, was founded 75 years ago as the National Vegetable Research Station (NVRS) to address post-war pressure for food production.
New education centre to open in Birmingham thanks to The University of Warwick and University College Birmingham partnership
his Autumn, a project in collaboration with The University of Warwick, University College Birmingham, and education charity IntoUniversity will launch a new learning centre in one of the UK’s most disadvantaged areas, to help local young people overcome barriers to higher education and professional careers.
From gaming to VR: Coventry and Warwickshire’s creative and immersive tech industry set for supercharge led by The University of Warwick
The University of Warwick has been selected by Innovate UK to lead a new initiative to supercharge creative and immersive technology in Coventry and Warwickshire.
Meet the athletes competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics from The University of Warwick
Five University of Warwick students and alumni, including a Coventry local, will be heading to Paris to compete in this year’s Olympics and Paralympics. Coventry-born Kare Adenegan is already a medal winning Paralympian, with her performance at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games capturing the hearts of the nation.
Former Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Greg Clark joins The University of Warwick
Former Cabinet Minister Greg Clark has been appointed as the first Executive Chair of Warwick Innovation District– a new entity founded by The University of Warwick.
Hog-in the limelight: Warwick Wins Gold for Hedgehog Hospitality
The University of Warwick has been awarded Gold in the Hedgehog Friendly Campus Awards. The national award, part funded by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society, aims to protect hedgehogs, enhance their habitats, and create awareness about their conservation.
Festival of Play Returns to The University of Warwick: Game Learning and Play for Young Creators
The University of Warwick’s Esports Centre played host to the Festival of Play, a one-of-a-kind school trip for 9–14-year-olds to explore careers in gaming. The event, on 11th July, featured interactive workshops, inspiring talks, and innovative games, highlighting careers in the video games industry. The event is delivered in partnership with Electronic Arts, UK Interactive Entertainment (UKIE), and Digital Schoolhouse.
Hereward College catering students sharpen their skills with Warwick Conferences’ expert chefs
Hospitality and catering students at Hereward College have been reaping the benefits of two hands-on cookery masterclasses with Warwick Conferences’ expert chefs.