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The Co-op store will be closed from 8:00pm on Friday 19 December 2025 and will reopen at 8:00am on Monday 5 January 2026. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Your nearest supermarkets are located at Cannon Park Shopping Centre.

Your safety matters. To get support on campus at the click of a button, make sure you have downloaded the SafeZone app. If you ever need assistance off campus, familiarise yourself with emergency contacts in the UK on our emergency contacts page. You can also download the MyWarwick app keep up to date with the latest news, events, and opportunities.

As the assessment period approaches, we're helping you to get prepared. Take a look at our Understanding Assessments page for key terminology, different types of assessments, steps for getting prepared, plus top tips and blogs from students. Look out for our brand new Exams and Assessments support pages launching in Term 2!

The New Year inspires new ideas, resolutions, and goals. Now is the perfect time to reflect on your finances, but there's no need to put pressure on making instant changes. This week's Money Matters blog offers advice on different types of New Year's resolutions that can help you manage your finances better and improve your spending habits.

University House is temporarily closing for important maintenance work. The last day you can use the Learning Grids in this space will be Friday, 19 December. Eatwise Test Kitchen will close at 2pm on 12 December. The building will be closed for approximately 12 months. There are many alternative study spaces on campus for you to use during this time, as well as various options for food and drink.

Today, we are sharing the results of the 2024-25 Report and Support annual report. Over the past year, we have widened the reach of our training programmes, refreshed our website content, introduced specialised training programmes, and we're proud to be one of only five universities to have joined the Emily Test Charter Pilot in England, to advance gender-based violence prevention.

Unibuddy Community is an online platform that helps you connect with other students at the University of Warwick in a safe, verified space. It's open to all current students from all levels of study. It's ideal for meeting people from your course, home country or who share your interests - and for keeping in touch over Christmas!

Whether you are looking for a sweet treat on campus, a swim at the Sports and Wellness Hub, or support from Wellbeing Services or the SU this Christmas vacation, you can refer to our Christmas at Warwick webpages to check the opening hours of services across campus.

The Student Experience team, in partnership with Warwick Sport, is offering all students who stays on or around campus during the festive period a FREE 7-day gym and swim pass. Stay active, feel great, and make the most of the break! Redeem your pass anytime between 13 December 2025 and 5 January 2026.

Interested in finding out about different Christmas traditions, experiences, and perspectives from other students? Discover the Unibuddy blog posts this holiday season! Read inspirational stories from international students about how they celebrate the holidays, and one student's experience at the Warwick Christmas Fayre 2025.

This week's Money Matters blog offers creative ideas for affordable and meaningful Christmas presents that will help you stay on budget.

The winners of our 'Mind Meets Machine' competition in celebration of Academic Integrity Month have been announced. You can check out who the winners are and all the fantastic competition entries on our Academic Integrity webpage.

Do you have some spare time on your hands this festive season? Browse Warwick Volunteer's Christmas Volunteering webpage to find local volunteering opportunities this Christmas and give the gift of time to those who need it most!

As a student, you can connect with graduates who can provide one-to-one support to help develop your skills and confidence. Find a mentor on Warwickgrad using your student login details today!

Recognise and reward teaching that makes a difference! The Warwick Awards for Teaching Excellence (WATE) 2026 are now open for nominations.
Know someone whose teaching transforms lives? Warwick Awards for Teaching Excellence (WATE) nominations open on the 24 November 2025.

We are proud to announce that the University of Warwick has been named UKCISA International Institution of the Year! UKCISA praised the emphasis on global engagement and student experience from Warwick’s 60th anniversary international programme and the associated One World Warwick campaign.

Following the fire in Arthur Vick Residence Block 1 on the evening of Wednesday, 19 November, the University continues to assess the damage caused by the fire and support students affected. The vast majority of students should be able to return to their Arthur Vick accommodation by the start of term. However, a small number of students will be unable to return to Arthur Vick this academic year due to the extent of the damage and repairs required. As always, the safety and wellbeing of our students remains our absolute priority. Read more.

Your voice travels. Share your campus travel experiences this term in the Warwick Travel Survey, and you could win one of 35 x £10 shopping vouchers for retailers such as Caffe Nero, Just Eat, JD Sports, and ASOS!

Join us in The Nook on Wednesday 3 December from 3 - 5pm for a creative drop-in session where you’ll design beautiful holiday crafts using sustainable and upcycled materials!

Join us for the last Thrift Thursday this term in The Atrium on 4 December and kickstart your sustainable shopping adventure. Let's thrift, save, and make an impact - together!

Make the most of university life, socialising, and your student loan! Read a current student's advice on how to enjoy Warwick's buzzing social scene, including societies, sports teams, and campus events, without breaking the bank.

From quiet study rooms to collaborative communal areas, the university campus has Study Spaces suitable for everyone. Go beyond your usual, and find your new favourite study spots in our Faculty of Arts Building, the Students’ Union, The Library and more on our Academic Essentials pages.

We want to make you aware of a scam which has been targeting students at the University. Please remember to never share personal information with anyone claiming to be from a phone company, a courier company, a bank, the police, or a government agency without independently verifying they are legitimate. See more information on how to protect yourself from scams.

Are you an International Student? We want to hear from you! Join our International Student Roundtable on 4 December, where you’ll have the chance to share your experiences, discuss key issues, and help improve student life. Network with fellow international students, enjoy some snacks, and receive a £25 shopping voucher! Sign up now!

Let us know your experiences of travelling to and from campus, so we can prioritise investment and improve our facilities. Plus you could win one of 35 x £10 shopping vouchers!