Warwick's Wall of Women
We've been celebrating International Women's Day by asking colleagues to dedicate a digital plaque to a colleague or student from our community, on our Wall of Women.
Browse the wall and see the uplifting messages left for our staff and students.


Amarjit Gill
Research Technology Platforms
Amarjit is integral to the RTPs, going above and beyond, lending support to a people across campus across a wide range of activities. She can be fierce when she needs to be and incredibly caring when someone needs support.

Renate Mason
WBS Global Alumni Engagement and Rankings
Renate is the heart of our WBS Global Alumni Engagement and Rankings team! She is our data wizard, and since our team runs primarily on data, we simply couldn’t function without her. Not only is she brilliant, but she is also empathetic and makes everyone feel heard and valued. She is the go-to person for any data-related queries—because let’s be honest, she knows it all! Having been with WBS for a long time, Renate continues to inspire and motivate us every day. We are incredibly lucky and grateful to have her on our team!

Sarah Fox
WMG, SME Group
Sarah is an absolute delight to call a colleague and a friend, she is always willing to help out anyone - no matter the request! She is always happy to take time out of her day to talk to colleagues and support others. Her warm and caring nature is truly felt within the office and she really brings a sense of creativity and out of the box thinking to the group!

Mita Panchal
WMG, SME Group
Mita is the go to person for all things operational in the team, her experience she brings to the group is so highly valued and can be seen throughout the projects lifecycles. She is always level headed in an ever changing project landscape, happy to help and can find a solution to any problem! She is a great member of the team and an excellent problem solver. We are so lucky to have her being the steering wheel - I honestly do not know what the SME Group would do without her!

Jo Hughes
WMG, SME Group
Jo is such a fabulous and vital asset to the teams operations and project management office. Her strong organisational skills, attention to detail and efforts towards process improvement have truly transformed the SME Group! Jo's hardwork can be seen throughout the team's success over the last three years, ensuring everything we do is meticulous, compliant and cohesive! If you're ever unsure of a process Jo will always spare the time to go through a step by step walkthrough with any colleague - her dedication to accuracy and excellence can be felt throughout the team and we appreciate everything she does!

Zoe Mobberley
WMG Marketing & SME Group
Zoe is an absolute breath of fresh air within WMG. Her energy is infectious, and her creativity, combined with her brilliant mind, fosters collaboration, growth, and innovation. Working with Zoe is a true pleasure – her enthusiasm and drive shine through in everything she does. She consistently brings fresh, out-of-the-box ideas to the table, is not afraid to be the change she wants to see in the world, and is always open to new and inclusive ways of working together and building communities. I have had the privilege of working alongside Zoe on many amazing projects and events. She is dedicated to exploring new concepts and creating inspiring visions and strategies that drive both the industry and the world forward. A true superstar at WMG, I am incredibly lucky to call her both a colleague and a good friend!

Charlie Ward
WMG
Charlie is so passionate about improving Equity, Diversity and Inclusion not just at WMG but at Warwick as a whole. She is always looking for new ways to make ED&I a part of what we do, and WMG is all the better for it. Thank you Charlie!
Sophie Meeson

Rachael Kirwan
Business
Ode to Rachael In quiet strength and steady grace, You light the dark and hold the space. A guiding star, both fierce and true, The heart of all I strive to do. When shadows fall and courage fades, You gather hope and lift the haze. A whispered word, a steady hand, You help me rise, you help me stand. Your laughter warms, your kindness shines, A soul that weaves through tangled lines. You catch the tears I try to hide, And stand unwavering by my side. In every triumph, every trial, You walk with me, each heavy mile. Not just a colleague, but a friend, A light that guides me to the end. And thank you for your steady lead, At Words for Wellbeing, sowing seed. Of courage, care, and thoughts profound, You helped our purpose to be found. So here’s to you, for all you give, For showing me what it means to give. For all you are, and all you do, I’m grateful every day for you.
Catherine Louch

Rachel Moseley and Alison Riberio de Menzes
Faculty of Arts
This duet is sensational! I have never met such a welcoming pair with so much passion for their research but also suppporting everyone around them . They listen with an open heart and to everyone and do whatever they can do to support you.

Danielle Bonsor
WMG
Danielle is an amazing leader and mentor. Her role within technical services and facilities leadership requires her to always be actively working. She understands that flexibility is required.

Lianne Rule
School of Modern Languages and Cultures
Lianne is a fantastic mentor, colleague and friend. She is the unsung hero of the Language Centre; she is so knowledgeable, full of good ideas and always willing to go the extra mile. She is supportive of her team and is always keen to develop us and give opportunities to learn new skills. To top it all off, she's an absolute joy to work with and always has time for a friendly chat! I don't know how Lianne has the time for it all - Lianne, you are amazing!

Shweta Singh
WBS
Shweta, has a lot of energy and so many ideas She doesn't allow a stumbling block stop her, she takes the next opportunity as it arises. She shares her journey with sincerity and humbly. She strives to push boundaries and excel to reach new heights in the forward looking research AI.

Adela Glyn-Davies
Design Studies
Adela is someone you meet and likely never, ever forget! A ball of energy and passion, enthusiasm and compassion. Adela goes above and beyond for her colleagues and isn't afraid to speak her mind when she feels injustice is afoot in any situation. Adela is open, friendly, warm and kind - she is also a really skilled researcher who is able to pick up and understand a very wide range of work and relationships. Adela is open about her ongoing health challenges, but not in the seeking of sympathy or allowances - more in terms of being open - so others are confident to be open also. Adela is an inspiring person, for many reasons and her openness and determination to change the world in any ways she can has inspired me and likely countless others.

Haley Beer
Warwick Business School
Haley takes the time to listen to people and hear their story - she works very hard in her research area - social impact and is a true changemaker. Haley champions others, helps others, and is always there to ensure that people recognise their skills and attributes and utilise them effectively. She is a true supporter, a passionate and compassionate person who is frank and forthright in her communication and an expert researcher with a raft of knowledge that she applies to facilitating positive change. A privilege to work with.

Katy Wilson
WMG SME
Katy is our project management guru. Since she joined our team she has made such a positive change in our critical projects like internships and knowledge transfer partnerships. She is very driven and not afraid to challenge the status quo. She is always willing to lend a hand, and through her project management skills she has helped the team carry out their jobs much easier. Katy will go far in her carrier. She’s a pleasure to work with!

Stephanie Whitehead
Regional
Stephanie is the kind of colleague who remembers the small things, and checks in. Steph will go out of her way to offer support and guidance, expertise and ideas. A fantastic sounding board, with a heart of gold. Another colleague I am very fortunate to have known for a long time and watched grow and develop at UoW, who has also helped me to grown and develop - and likely countless others! Steph also speaks her mind and get's things done - she is proactive, passionate and personable. Thank you Steph for all your support.
India Holme

Naomi Kay
Warwick Institute of Engagement
Naomi is the best person to speak to if you wavering confidence wise, a natural born coach I would say. Always positive, enthusiastic and championing others, Naomi works very hard to ensure that the University engages with diverse audiences and that our research and teaching benefit people in many ways. Naomi will always have something positive to say and will always be there to assure colleagues of their worth. I hope she is fully aware of how meaningful interactions with her can be to those fortunate enough to have them.
India Holme

Jagreet Jutley-Neilson and Gemma Gray
Warwick Disability Network
I am unsure if Jag and Gemma fully comprehend what they are doing for the countless people that engage with this network. Being new to the network this academic year, they are the warmest, most welcoming people. They champion diversity and inclusion in all that they do and are working tirelessly to facilitate a community that is vital to those are part of it and beyond. Championing change and impact, new research and better understanding of disability and neurdivergence for researchers, staff, students and stakeholders etc. I am immenseley grateful for their honesty, kindness, empathy, compassion, knowledge, ideas, energy and enthusiasm in all that they do! Which is LOADS!
India Holme

Jackie Hodgson and Rachel Lewis
Law and Sociology
Jackie and Rachel have been working hard on ensuring that young people regionally can engage with research around creativity, safety and the arts in relation to feelings of safety, policing and the Race Action Plan. They have worked very hard and flexibly to build up relationships with stakeholders and partners across the region and diverse sectors and continue to champion seldom heard and seen voices and to create positive change and impact for young people and beyond. They are also much fun to work with and always open to new ideas and ways of working.
India Holme

Helen Wheatley
Warwick Institute of Engagement
Helen is a force of nature! She is kind, empathetic, creative, determined and a great communicator. I have had the pleasure of working with Helen for a number of years in various capacities and she is always championing people, always conscious of our privileged positions and keen to ensure equity and transparency in all partnerships and undertakings. Helen, is an inspirational colleague.
India Holme

Kathryn Van de Weil
Research and Impact Services
Kathryn is a wonderful colleague. Having worked with Kathryn in the impact team for a few years now, she is always there to lend a hand and support be it work related or life. Kathryn cares deeply about making the world a better place and this comes through in who she is as a person, an interaction with Kathryn always makes one feel heard and seen, valued and respected, understood and appreciated. Thank you Kathryn - 'emotional support worker' - as like call her! Keep on being you. You are awesome.
India Holme

Elisabeth Blagrove
Psychology
Liz has an unparalleled commitment to students and colleagues and is always willing to invest time and effort in supporting others. She addresses any issue with intelligence, compassion and perseverance - a true champion of others.
Jane Bryan

Wendy Hunt
Student Opportunity
Wendy singlehandedly coordinates the Undergraduate Research Support Scheme (URSS) which gives financial awards to hundreds of undergraduate students annually, enabling them to conduct research during the summer vacation. Wendy supports staff and students and runs an exceptionally smooth and fair process which results in students being given fantastic opportunities to experience the thrill of researching a topic of their own choice – giving them lifelong skills and often setting them on the path to successful academic careers. Wendy is a fantastic colleague and a joy to work with.
Jane Bryan

Georgia Kremmyda
School of Engineering
Georgia is a force of nature! Over the years she has been an inspiration with her incredible drive and determination to get the job done while under pressure. I have always enjoyed working with her and proud to have been a small part of the development of the Humanitarian Engineering course - needed now more than ever.
Jo Wale

Jess Humphreys
WIHEA
Jess is one of those quiet high achievers who genuinely gets what makes colleagues tick. I know there are so, so many colleagues utterly impressed by her, and time and time again she leaves me in awe. I have no idea how she does it, but she is really a superstar.

Sarah Brett
SELCS
Sarah is exceptionally good at her job, but above all, she simply oozes kindness and helpfulness. Because her role is perhaps not so visible, I think many people underestimate how much Sarah keeps going and makes happen for us. I'm so pleased to have the opportunity to celebrate her achievements!

Lory Barile
Economics
Lory is a wonderful colleague, researcher, educator and now friend. Lory works tirelessly to try and champion seldom heard and seen voices and communities to address local and national challenges working with internal and external stakeholders. Lory is a full time teaching fellow who has recently won UKRI research funding to work with city partners around the challenge of retrofitting peoples' homes - e.g., making them warmer, healthier and more environmentally friendly.
India Elizabeth Holme

Tina Finlay
Academic Development Centre
Tina is a phenomenal administrator who has worked across multiple areas of our department. One of the things I love most about Tina is her care for the participants we work with, particularly our PGR teachers. Thank you Tina, for supporting our work so brilliantly.

Jess Brett
WMG
Jess is a kind-hearted, hardworking professional who makes the workplace a nice and positive environment while always maintaining professionalism. She has a unique ability to keep things lighthearted yet focused, making every workday more enjoyable. On top of that, she has a calming presence that helps keep me grounded, even during the busiest times. I feel incredibly lucky to call her my work bestie and now a true friend. Anyone who gets the chance to work with Jess is truly fortunate!
Saffa Khan

Marketing, Communication and Admissions Team
Warwick Foundation Studies
From the International Foundation Programme to Warwick Summer School, Pre-University Summer School, and Pre-sessional English, the small but mighty Marketing, Communications and admissions team has been working tirelessly all year round! With Barbie energy and unstoppable teamwork, they’ve handled every busy seasons with efficiency, creativity, and passion! Thank you Alison, Libby, Elysia and Clare!
Chiara Zhang

Leanne Case
Residential Community Team
Leanne is a caring, problem solver who faces challenges head on and always supports her team as best as she can regardless of the circumstances.

Emily Bell
SCAPVC
Emily, thank you for being kind, selfless, amazing, supportive and cheerful! You have definitely helped me get out of my shell, heal old wounds and accept my unapologetic self! You are a true and amazing line manager and friend! I truly appreciate how you've helped me grow both personally and professionally. Working with you has been an incredible experience, and I am grateful for the trust you've placed in me and the opportunities you've given me to develop my skills. Your support makes a real difference, and I’m thankful to have you as my manager!

Jane Bryan
Faculty of Law
Jane always manages to find the right words during supervisory meetings. Thank you Jane for being my PhD supervisor and for believing in me and in this research.
Anna-Theresia Krein

Kim, Lilly, Becky and Inchara
Psychology
To my supervisor, Kim: Thank you for fostering curiosity, encouraging growth, and leading us with both wisdom and kindness. I see you, appreciate you and I don’t forget. To my incredible lab colleagues: smart, strong, sweet and somehow still putting up with me. Science may be unpredictable, but one thing is certain: I was promised brunch, and I will collect. Happy Women’s Day, guys!
Lexi Bulbuc

Margaux Whiskin
SMLC
Whether supporting students in the Student-Staff Liaison Committee or volunteering for Saturday Open Days, Margaux is always ready to go the extra mile. Her kindness and empathy are deeply appreciated by both colleagues and students. Just by being herself, she brightens the day!

All Women in the Energy & Sustainability Team
Estates
The women in our Energy and Sustainability team play a vital role in driving environmental sustainability projects forward. Their dedication, expertise, and passion for creating a more sustainable future make a real impact. Each team member contributes in invaluable ways—whether through innovative solutions, leadership, or collaboration.
Yurong Tian

Rose le Breton Bagley
Law
Rose is the Department Officer for WLS. Rose has been a fantastic colleague and a committed advocate for early career staff and teaching focused staff in the department. Rose goes far beyond her role to help create a fairer, more inclusive Law School as well as raising the profile of teaching in the department, for example by co-founding and co-leading the Teaching Network within WLS, enabling colleagues to connect and share good practice.
Jane Bryan

Charlie Smith
People Team
Charlie has only been in my team for several weeks but has already made a huge impact. She gets stuck into everything with no complaints and is generally just a lovely person to have on the team. Thank you for being you Charlie!
Leila Jennings

Rachael Kirwan and Catherine Louch
Innovation Group
I want to celebrate the achievement of Rachael and Catherine in bringing about the Words for Wellbeing event at Warwick in 2024. This event enabled staff and students to take a pause and to consider their need for mental health and emotional well-being. The event encouraged inclusive conversations, the breaking down of barriers and helped cultivate a culture at Warwick that values creativity, empathy, and collaboration. A fantastic team bringing about a fantastic event.
Jane Bryan

Jill Grant
Wellbeing Support Services
I worked with Jill for a few years when I first started at Warwick in the early 1990s. She is still the best mentor, colleague and friend I could have hoped to meet. She taught me so much and nurtured my early career. She is kind, thoughtful and super hard-working and committed to always providing the best service. How amazing that she’s nearly been at Warwick for 40 years and still gives maximum effort to all she does.
Jill Pavey

Rachael Foskett
People Team
Rachael has been a gem since she joined the team around a year ago. Nothing is too much trouble and she's always willing to get the extra mile. Just an all round love human being and woman. Thank you for being you Rach!
Leila Jennings

Benafsha Naziri
People Team
Benafsha started in the team at a similar time to myself with extremely challenging circumstances. She battled all the way through the tough times and is still here now being amazing. Thank you for being you Benafsha!
Leila Jennings

Pippa Simpson
LMD
Pippa has delivered several courses I've attended. She always delivers them in a way that pulls the group together, helping to foster relationships between people across the University, whilst sharing her knowledge, experience and the course content but also pulling knowledge, skills and reflection from the group/attendees. Every course I've attended, led by Pippa, has been excellent. She's a credit to the LMD team and to the University.

Sarah Hope
Warwick Medical School
Sarah is an incredibly hard worker, always bringing her smile and enthusiasm, every single day! After going through an awful lot in recent years, she continues to apply her warmth and dedication, no matter what. A great friend, colleague and fabulous ambassador for Warwick.
Stevie Connoll

Binah Phillips
Film and literature
She is a student that never fails to support those around her and makes a point to care for those she loves.
Freya Bradshaw

Sophie Davis-Cooper
Internal Communications
SDC was the brains behind this Wall of Women to celebrate others, it's only fair that she has a plaque on the wall. Always with a smile and and an offer of help, Sophie is a brilliant colleague and I'm pleased to be part of a team with her.

Victoria Kirby
WMG Finance
Vick is one of the coolest people I know and whatever my question or worry, she always has the answer or the right words to say and is absolutely brilliant at her job. Finance staff tend to go unnoticed I think, but Vick really stands out and certainly livens up our team meetings! Everyone deserves a manager like Vick.

Caroline Gibson
Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL)
Caroline is one third of our all women leadership team. She has so many hats on and offers us such inspiration and effective support with each hat! She enables us to work flexibly by being a constant supply of positivity and innovation.
Michelle Leeming

Claire Bayton
IDG
Just wonderful and truly helpful she is great.

Deeksha Sampath
WMG
Deeksha is a Rising Star in the WMG SME Team, she strikes the perfect balance of being professional AND fun! Deeksha was named one of the top 50 Women in Engineering in UK last year. She is dedicated, knowledgeable and hardworking, and advocates for women in STEM. She is also a public speaker, inspiring young female engineers. Deeksha makes our workplace so much better and love working with her.

Jo Wale
Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL)
Jo knows everything! As part of our all women leadership team she offers IATL an inspriational support for the activity we do. She allows our team to work flexibly and incredibly efficiently with her ability to see to the heart of an issue and explain it to us in laymans terms.
Michelle Leeming

Rica Lyne
Warwick Arts Centre
Helpful, empathetic, thoughtful- Rica makes everyone feel welcomed into the Arts Centre and does her best to make each visitor have an incredible vision of our team.

Sophie and Sofia
Art Centre Ops
What can I say about these two incredible women? They are truly a breath of fresh air, always smiling and happy, never complaining, always approachable. Ladies you make us smile, you make us laugh and most of all, you are brilliant work colleagues.

Alison Glendinning
Mathematics
Alison is fab - knowledgeable, helpful and always good for a laugh. She truly cares about her the department and its people and we can count ourselves lucky to have such an amazing colleague.

Kimberley Harris
Education - Student Opportunity
Kimberley is a wonderfully supportive and inspirational manager. She is hugely dedicated and works extremely hard to support the team and our aims. She is a fantastic person to work with and has helped me to gain more confidence in myself.

Pamela Smith
Warwick Arts CentrePam is an incredible human, full of enthusiasm, is a real team player. ….basically she is awesome to work with. Thank you Pam.

Elena Riva
Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL)
Elena is a one women powerhouse. As HOD of our department she is always approachable, kind and just full of energy and drive. Our department is full of opportunity for women (and men) who wish to work part-time, who have disabilities or caring responsibilities. We all work hybrid and on different schedules and Elena pulls that all together into a caring and flexible department that is innovative and inclusive. and a pleasure to work in. She is an inspiration to us all.
Michelle Leeming

Bethany Haynes
WMG SME Team
Beth is a hands-on and highly skilled technician, ensuring the IIPSI Tech Hall operates with precision, safety, and efficiency. Her practical approach and meticulous management make her an invaluable asset to every project she takes on. But Beth’s impact goes far beyond her technical work—she’s a true role model, actively supporting the community and setting an inspiring example for apprentices and work experience students. Her generosity, dedication, and willingness to give back make her not just a resourceful technician, but a truly uplifting presence in the team.

Kerry Gorry
IDGJust wonderful and truly helpful, she is great.

Becky Catchpole
Warwick Arts Centre
Becky is an awesome Duty Manager who not only listens to her staff but will go above and beyond to make a difference. Always smiling, she makes the day fly by! She made me feel part of the team and valued. Thank you indeed.
Hannah Close
Marketing, Communications, Insight & Student Recruitment
Hannah is always ready to help and support everyone in the team! She shares her knowledge and uses her amazing organising skills to get every event running smoothly and efficiently!

Jasmine Agrawal
Engineer, WMG SME TeamJasmine is a brilliant blend of technical expertise and business acumen, tackling challenges with sharp insight and strategic thinking. Beyond her impressive work in digital transformation and AI-driven innovation, she’s also an amazing cook, bringing the same creativity and passion to her dishes as she does to her work. We’re lucky to have her both as a colleague and a friend!

Janet Dunn
Warwick Clinical Trials Unit
Janet is one of the most positive and supportive people I've ever met. She embodies the phrase 'helping others as you climb'. Her door is always open and she's always interested in how you are and what you are doing. She is known as 'work mom' by a lot of her team.
Izzy Ackerley
CAPS (Student Support)
Izzy is an inspiration, she has extensive knowledge, experience and infectious enthusiasm. She is thoughtful, respectful, diligent and has a great sense of humour. I want to dedicate this plaque to her, in case she is in any doubt about the positive impact she has on her colleagues and students with whom she comes into contact. Thanks Izzy.

Rebecca Plimmer, Lexi Bulbuc, Lily Erner & Inchara Athreya
PsychologyMy PhD students all bring unique skills, experiences, and perspectives to the lab and they are talented early-career researchers. But what makes them special is their commitment to conducting high-quality research (no cutting corners!) and supporting one another through challenging times. They are an absolute pleasure to work with, always.
Kim Wade

Nathalie Pattison
Registrar's Group
Nathalie is the person you want next to you when you are organising anything. She gets this University, knows who to talk to in order get things done and works as long as it takes often until the rest of us have gone home. She cannot let something be done less than perfectly...and smiles through it all. She has saved me many times in my time at Warwick.
Richard Harrison

Stevie Connoll
Press Office
Stevie is a ray sunshine in my department. She brings a smile to everyone's faces and makes the office a better place. We should all have a Stevie in the team!
Charlotte Rochelle

Freeha Azmat
Warwick Manufacturing GroupI met Freeha as part of the Humans of Warwick project. She has such an inspiring story to tell and is a genuine role model for those wanting to follow in her footsteps.
Lee Lakin

Megan O'Shea
Social Media
Megan is one of the most resilient people I know. She is a delight to work with and a great team player.

Chapa Bandara
WMG SME Team
Chapa is an incredibly talented and conscientious colleague, always ready to lend a hand and truly exceptional at what she does. Her dedication and expertise have even earned her a place as a finalist at the Innovation Awards—a testament to her remarkable contributions. By day, she is a brilliant scientist tackling complex materials challenges alongside SMEs, and beyond that, she brings her creativity to life through her own art profile. Balancing both science and artistry with such passion and skill is nothing short of inspiring, and we’re so lucky to have her on the SME team!
Deeksha Sampath

Heather Pilbin
English
Heather is one of the most valuable members of staff in the whole university -- she has been central, to keeping English afloat through thick and thin, supporting countless students and being a skilled, wise, tireless colleague to academic and professional services staff alike. She has dealt with every crisis with superhuman patience and good cheer. She has been the heart of the department -- the students even wrote a musical about her!
Liz Barry

Hannah Watts
Student Recruitment
Hannah never fails to make you smile. She is a wonderful team player and always knows when someone needs a pep talk or some words of encouragement. She makes my office a wonderful place to be!

Tânia Nascimento
Web and Digital Marketing
Tânia is always so patient with me whenever I have a technical question. She is great at explaining complicated processes and has made a huge difference to improving the insite homepage.

Kate Astbury
School of Modern Languages and Cultures
Kate's endless energy and passion astounds me. She is constantly working hard and striving for success. Whether it's leading her department through unprecedented times or demonstrating why Warwick has a great reputation for research, Kate champions Modern Languages and demonstrates why we must never lose our passion for the Arts.
Hilary Hopker

Kat Beauchamp
Press team
Kat Beauchamp is a delight work with. She is incredibly supportive of her team and a much needed 'cool cucumber' in high pressure moments. The University is lucky to have a press officer dedicated to sharing stories about Warwick's amazing research.
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