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

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:40:00 GMT

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

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:00:00 GMT

Blue Coat School in Coventry hosted a vibrant and inclusive community Iftar dinner on 21^st 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.

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

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT

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.

Safe Space opened in Leamington Spa

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:36:19 GMT

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.

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

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:25:00 GMT

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.

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

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:58:00 GMT

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

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

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:20:00 GMT

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

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 08:51:33 GMT

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

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:03:43 GMT

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

University of Warwick recognised for commitment to race equality

Tue, 10 May 2022 14:07:15 GMT

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.