PGR/ECR Network Writing Competition Launch Event 2026
Society & Culture PGR&ECR Network Launch
Networking, funding & writing competition launch
The PGR Writing Competition is now OPEN! You have until 22 May to submit an abstract. Check out the full details here
Get involved with the Society & Culture ECR/PGR Network!
Are you a Postgraduate Researcher (PGR) or an Early Career Researcher (ECR) looking to boost your career, connect with fellow researchers, and showcase your writing skills? Join us for an exciting event packed with opportunities to network, learn about funding, and learn more about possibly taking part in a PGR & ECR Writing Competition!
The event
📅 Date: 7 May 2026
📍 Location: Wolfson Research Exchange, Main Library, University of Warwick
⏳ Registration Deadline: 27 April 2026
Why attend?
🔹 Learn about Spotlight funding opportunities and other activities.
🔹 Get insights into our PGR & ECR Writing Competition, including how to participate.
🔹 Meet last year’s winners and competition judges in a dedicated Q&A session.
🔹 Expand your professional network with a speed networking session.
🔹 Enjoy refreshments and lunch while engaging with fellow researchers.
Agenda
🕙 12:00-12:30 – Arrivals & Lunch
📢 12:30-13:00 – Welcome, Introductions & Updates on S&C ECR network
🖋️ 13:00-14:00 – Workshop: From PhD to Publications
☕ 14:00-14:15 – Coffee Break
🤝 14.15-15.15 – Speed Networking
🖋️ 15:15-16:00 – Publishing Opportunities at Warwick, The Exchanges Journal
📢 16.00- 16.45 – Writing Competition Launch (including Q&A with previous years’ participants)
🕙 16:45-17:00 – Closing
This is your chance to gain valuable insights from experts, ask questions about the writing competition, and build connections that can support your research career.
📌Limited 35 places! Register now to secure your spot! Sign up before April 18th using the link below:
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We look forward to welcoming you!