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The University of Warwick celebrates one year anniversary of sustainable workwear initiative

The University of Warwick is celebrating one year of the Workwear Wardrobe, a sustainable pop-up wardrobe to provide students with free pre-loved workwear in preparation for their interviews.


The University of Warwick partners with Blue Coat school for a community Iftar

Blue Coat School in Coventry hosted a vibrant and inclusive community Iftar dinner on 21st March, marking a celebration of unity, diversity, and communal harmony. The event was supported by the University of Warwick as part of the UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) schools network project to give opportunities and experiences to schoolchildren in Coventry.

Mon 25 Mar 2024, 15:00 | Tags: community, schools, engagement

Warwick student on a mission to improve women's health in Bangladesh

Inspired by a family trip to Bangladesh, University of Warwick student Najeyah Ahmed is on a mission to build a women’s health clinic in Sylhet, Bangladesh.

Fri 08 Mar 2024, 08:00 | Tags: Warwick Business School, Students, community, Fundraising

Safe Space opened in Leamington Spa

A new ‘Safe Space’ is opening its doors this week, offering those who feel vulnerable or in need of support during a night out in Leamington Spa place to go for advice and assistance.

Thu 16 Nov 2023, 17:36 | Tags: Community and region, community, Leamington Spa

University of Warwick announces winners of student landlord awards: Top-rated landlords share 5 expert tips for being a stellar student landlord

The University of Warwick Students' Union is pleased to announce the winners of the Rate Your Landlord awards which recognises the best landlords in the Coventry and Warwick areas, who share their expert tips for being a top student landlord.

Fri 05 May 2023, 12:24 | Tags: Students, community, Accommodation

The University of Warwick kicked off the Christmas season with a free, festive event bringing communities together

The University of Warwick has kicked off the festive season by teaming up with Leamington-based community centre, Brunswick Hub, for a free evening of food, music and creativity, as part of its ongoing effort to support staff, students and residents tackle the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Wed 07 Dec 2022, 14:25 | Tags: University of Warwick, community, engagement

University of Warwick and University College Birmingham partnership to support regional skills gap

The University of Warwick and University College Birmingham have launched an ambitious partnership to address skills gaps and support businesses in the West Midlands.


‘Hedgehog Friendly’ University of Warwick reminds us to look out for hedgehogs this bonfire night with three top tips

Having recently been awarded the Bronze Hedgehog Friendly Campus Award after the work of staff and students in 2021, The University of Warwick now looks to the future in the hope to receive silver for this year’s efforts.

Wed 02 Nov 2022, 17:20 | Tags: campus, Community and region, community, Environment, Campus news

The University of Warwick is holding a welcome event, for Ukrainian academics staying with University staff hosts

The University of Warwick will host a ​unique networking event bringing together visiting Ukrainian academics, students, and their families who are, being hosted by University staff, local families, and local Homes for Ukraine Hosts.


University of Warwick to spend millions of pounds on cost-of-living support for students and staff

The University of Warwick has announced a £3.5m cost of living support package which will deliver help for thousands of students from the lowest income families, one-off payments to staff and an open invite for the local community to make use of facilities on campus this winter.


Children from Coventry schools discuss legacy of the transatlantic slave trade at cathedral

400 school children have gathered at Coventry Cathedral to explore the impact of the transatlantic slave trade.

Wed 20 Jul 2022, 12:03 | Tags: Event, community, council, Coventry, schools, Colonial Hangover, football, PAIS

University of Warwick throws open the doors to its newest building for FAB Fest

Where could you learn the choreography from Bridgerton, try your hand at stage combat and witness the skill and thrill of aerial acrobatics? All this and more will be on offer as part of FAB Fest – an event celebrating the University of Warwick’s brand new Faculty of Arts Building (FAB), taking place on Friday 20 May.


University of Warwick recognised for commitment to race equality

The University of Warwick has achieved the Race Equality Charter Bronze award, recognising its commitment to working towards race equality.

The national charter mark, awarded by Advance HE, marks an institutional determination to tackle race inequality at all levels.

Tue 10 May 2022, 15:07 | Tags: Community and region, higher education, equality, community

Coventry residents invited to travel back in time with Coventry on TV, the latest event from the Ghost Town TV archives project

Coventry residents will be able to travel back in time thanks to an exclusive compilation of archive TV news and other documentary footage, brought together by researchers at the University of Warwick, and on show for three days in the city centre. Theatre Absolute’s Shop Front Theatre in City Arcade will host the unique newsreel from Thursday 14 April until Saturday 16th.


Green Week supports local communities find their green culture

Communities across Coventry and Warwickshire are being urged to make the fifth annual Green Week a launchpad to begin their sustainable journey.


Warwick student donations raise nearly £47k for British Heart Foundation in 2021

Students at the University of Warwick raised £46,928 for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) and helped cut waste on campus by donating unwanted clothes and personal items last academic year.


Record-breaking runner inspires local school pupils at outreach event

Students from six local schools were welcomed onto the Warwick University campus for the first in-person outreach event since the covid-19 pandemic. The event, featuring marathon runner Nick Butter, was part of the University’s wide-ranging programme of activities designed to break down perceived barriers, challenge myths about university, and encourage young people to aim high.

Tue 30 Nov 2021, 13:23 | Tags: campus, Outreach, community, engagement, widening participation

New Faculty of Arts Building puts collaboration and engagement at the heart of a new campus ‘cultural quarter’

On 6th December, the new Faculty of Arts Building will open its doors to students, staff and the public. The £57.5m eight storey building, designed by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios and constructed by Bowmer + Kirkland, brings together a diverse and international mix of minds from all walks of life, creating the optimum environment for generating a universe of ideas.


Online exhibition of artworks by Coventry artists reflecting university research launches in December

· The University of Warwick and Coventry University will launch Coventry Creates 2021, a second online exhibition of collaborative work between researchers and Coventry artists.


Coventry schools to build future cities from recycled household items

TeenTech City of Tomorrow will see Coventry school children make a city of recyclable household items, with help from researchers at WMG, University of Warwick who will teach them all about sustainability. A select few ideas – buildings and technology- will then be exhibited at the Coventry Transport Museum.