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Mayumi and I are the ECLS LGBTQIA+ Student Network Coordinators. We are writing to gauge interest among staff in contributing to a proposed project; a series of talks, given by staff at Warwick, organized by the Arts Faculty LGBTQIA+ Student Networks.

The aim is to foster an inclusive, interdisciplinary space in which students and staff can engage with research and creative practice, relating to LGBTQIA+ themes within the arts and humanities or the University of Warwick. Any participation would be entirely voluntary.

At present, the network operates on a student-led basis and is not formally funded. As such, this email is intended as an expression of interest rather than a formal invitation. We are also exploring whether a partnership with the University, through the ‘Queering University ProgramLink opens in a new windowme’, may be possible in the future, and an indication of staff interest would be helpful in shaping those discussions.

If you would be interested in contributing a talk or would simply like to be kept informed as this idea develops, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Attached is a form; registering interest at this stage does not imply any obligation or commitment.

Expression of Interest: Student-Led LGBTQIA+ Arts Faculty Talks Link opens in a new window

Thank you so much for taking the time and consideration.

Kind Regards,

Nadija and Mayumi

The call for proposals for the Warwick Education Conference 2025/26 is now open. This year’s theme invites us to explore teaching approaches that centre lived experience, challenge systemic barriers, and nurture students' capacity to imagine and enact meaningful change. Submissions are invited from across the education community (students and staff) and offer a variety of ways for you to share your work or lead community discussions. There is also support for writing your submission and opportunity to become a submission reviewer.

The submission deadline is Monday 9^th February 2026. The conference itself will be taking place on Thursday 4^th June 2026.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact educationconference@warwick.ac.uk

We are delighted to invite you to the following event What Makes a Good Education?, hosted by the Warwick Policy Hub.

At a time when the UK Higher Education sector is under considerable pressure and the form, accessibility, and value of a university education are all up for debate, join us to hear from a panel of experts on what the future of HE will – or should - look like.

Event Details:

• Thursday, 22 January 2026
• 15:00 – 17:00
• Space 43 - Scarman Conference Centre, University of Warwick, Scarman Rd, Coventry CV4 7SH
• FREE – registration essential

This event will include:

• Summary and response to the most recent government Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper
• Panel discussion entitled “Is a University Degree Still Worth It?”
• Flash talks in which panellists will each respond to the question "What Makes a Good Education?"

Speakers include high-profile experts in education, widening participation, and public policy including:

• Hollie Chandler - Director of Policy at the Russell Group
• Jablai Saleh - Headteacher at Birmingham's Yenton Primary School
• Charlotte Harding - Head of HR Partnering, Operations at British Airways
• Professor James Hayton - Vice-Provost and Chair of the Faculty of Social Sciences
• Professor Chris Moran - Deputy Chair of the Faculty of Social Sciences (Research and Impact)
• Professor Fiona Copland - Head of the School of Education, Learning and Communication Sciences
• Sam Roseveare - Director of National and Regional Policy

This free event aligns with one of the University's 10+1 Big Questions of the Social Sciences, and is an opportunity to explore in depth how Higher Education shapes social mobility and employability; to gain insights from local and national perspectives on both policy and practice; and to connect with a diverse network of colleagues, researchers, students, and external stakeholders who are curious about what a meaningful, equitable education should look like.

Registration is free and essential: Register here.

The Impact Team

UPEN have launched a new funding pot for UPEN institutions. This is a rolling call so there is no fixed deadlines.

Participation Fund launched: awards up to £5,000 available – UPEN

Please take the opportunity to sign up to one of our social media workshops for researchersLink opens in a new window, in January / February 2026, where we’ll run through the new Social Media Playbook and the Social Media Guidance for Academic Staff, as well as having opportunities for Q+A.

Explore how the central university Social Media team and the Research Communications team can help you to promote your research and grow your professional profile.

We look forward to seeing lots of you in the new year!

Kind regards,

Research Communications team | Marketing, Communications and Insight