Meet some of our favourite birds on campus this week, as Laura Craddock (WBS) brings us along on two birdwatching walks. Thank you for joining us for Spring at Warwick – we've loved reading your comments and hearing about your own favourite springtime moments.

Want to connect with Professional Services colleagues, hear from senior leaders, or learn what other teams do and the impact they have? Save the date for Monday 16 September – and you can express your interest in hosting a breakout session. Open to all.

The Energy and Sustainability team has opened a wildlife photography competition – open to all staff and students. Submit your best shots by Sunday 16 June for the chance to win a £25 voucher for the Zero Waste Shop on campus.

There’s still time to share your ideas for celebrating as part of a year-long programme – talk to the team at an online drop-in session (more dates added) or submit your ideas by Friday 31 May.

Visit the wellbeing stand for some top tips on staying healthy – refreshments provided! All welcome. Outside the Arts Centre (or inside Senate House if wet) from 11am-1pm, Wednesday 15 May. 

We’ve launched a new Research Spotlights initiative to develop Warwick’s interdisciplinary research. Find out what each of the six Spotlights are, and apply for a new research development fund.

On 8 July, more than 1,000 pupils from local schools will parade across campus with an Olympic-style torch - the Flame of FriendshipLink opens in a new window. Can you spare a couple of hours that morning to support the celebration?

The Widening Participation and Evaluation Working Group is building a network of staff and studentsLink opens in a new window to research in these areas.   

You can apply for the Society and Culture Spotlight writing competitionLink opens in a new window – the winner will see their work published online, receive guidance from a mentor, and be invited to speak at a celebration event.