Our role in the region
Our role in the region
We're a forward-facing University supporting the:
- economic growth,
- social growth
- and cultural growth of our region
We're making it a better place for people who study, live and work here and more sustainable for future generations.
We're working with partners across the West Midlands to address challenges that have a direct impact on our region by supporting:
Our world class research is making a real difference to people living here in Coventry & Warwickshire.
People
We’re supporting local people to access life-changing opportunities through raising aspirations, education and helping local people in our region into employment
Economy
We’re supporting our local economy to thrive by creating opportunities for businesses and industries in our region to grow and develop.
Communities
We want our local communities to share the benefits of our place in the region, making it a better place to live, work and visit.
Culture and Sport
Our region is home to a vibrant culture, from the heritage of Coventry to the diversity of Birmingham. We encourage our communities to support and engage in cultural activities, both on and off campus helping to make our region a healthy and vibrant place.
Environment
We’re playing our part in tackling the climate emergency in our region. Building on our existing research and education programmes and our connections to industry and society.
Our impact
Read about our economic impact in the region, our social impact and personal stories from people in our region who have been positively impacted by the University.
Events
Level up your child's digital skills - workshops on selected weekends April to June
Introducing the Blunt & Brave Digital Academy, A stepping stone into the creative industry for 9-16 year olds in our Esports Centre.
Next workshop - 21 April on Virtual Reality
Forum for Inclusive Cultures -
Menopause Is an Inclusion Issue
Date: Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Time: 2-3pm | Location: Online.
Join us for an enlightening discussion on menopause as an inclusion issue in the workplace.
Art without Borders - 3 May - 23 June - free to visit
The Summer Exhibition at Warwick Arts Centre will delve into the experiences of migrants and refugees escaping oppressive regimes, conflict, and environmental collapse.
Flame of Friendship (Coventry schools torch relay - 22 Feb - 8 July)
In the run up to the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic games, 62 Coventry primary, secondary and special educational needs schools will be participating in a torch relay finishing on the University of Warwick campus on Monday 8 July.
Every Wednesday from 24 April to 26 June. Free - just drop by - lots of difference creative sessions to experience.
Family Sundays at Warwick Arts Centre
Family Sundays from 5 May - 23 June
Family Singing from 28 Jan - 19 May
Mini Creatives at Warwick Arts Centre every Tuesday - 23 April - 23 June
Every Tuesday, 10.30am - 12.30pm Recommended Age: 0 - 4 years and their grown-ups It's FREE, just drop by!
Warwick Arts Centre Warm Hub
We always have a warm welcome for everyone. Open 8.30am - 10pm daily.
Free creative activities.
Resonate year-round events programme
Resonate is a year-round programme of inspiring and interactive events for all ages to spark ideas, curiosity and creativity across Coventry and Warwickshire.
Reshape, Refresh, Renew
As the landscape continues to evolve, it's an ideal time to reshape, refresh and renew our "Excellence with Purpose" 2030 strategy. This renewed vision will not only elevate our future goals, it will also reaffirm our commitment to making a positive, lasting impact for years to come. Here we will review our achievements and commit ourselves to a series of goals.
