News and Events

One tip for academic success is knowing your Reading lists. Created by your lecturers, these contain key materials that are fundamental for building your subject knowledge and confidence. Gain valuable insights and advice for the most effective use of your Reading lists on our brand-new Academic Essentials page.

Do you want to learn to explain your research to people outside the university? Perhaps you want to engage people with your subject through hands-on learning activities? Do you want to learn to design a poster outside the traditional academic conference style? Book your place now on a public engagement masterclass on 29 October.

Slow down and reconnect with nature in a guided Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku) session on 29 October with certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide Prisca Andersen. This Japanese practice helps reduce stress, boost mood, and reconnect with your senses.

Did you know the Library completed a number of improvements over the summer, including the new installation of a new draught lobby? Find out more about what improvements were made on the dedicated Library webpage.

Many of us will be taking part in festivities and celebrations at this time of year. If you plan to include fireworks in your celebrations, this is a reminder that there are professional local displays you can attend, and to please be mindful of your neighbours when making your way home. Take a look at the local events!

Find out who will be representing you as SU Forum Members, Course and Faculty Reps and Part-Time Student Officers!

We wish prosperity, joy and light to members of our Warwick community who are celebrating Diwali. ​Experience Diwali with the Students’ Union on 21 October as they lead a day of making, music, and delicious food.​

Bring in your small electricals, textiles, furniture and more to learn repair skills with fixers from the Warwick community. You'll find us in the Green Room at the Students' Union on Tuesday 21 October from 1pm - 4pm.

Visit The Library’s Reading List stand on 20 and 21 October for information, advice, and assistance with your reading lists. The reading list team will be available when the stand is open to provide support and answer questions. You can find out who your Research and Academic Support Librarian is, and pick up some free merchandise!

Join us for an introductory webinar on 22 October to learn about sustainability activities and projects you can get involved in. Make a real impact through your participation and register today!

Need to find a new home for something, or looking for a bargain? Explore our new online Marketplace pages where staff and students can buy, sell, donate and borrow.

As the autumn season sets in, local markets are transforming into showcases filled with handmade goods, tasty treats and Halloween and Christmas-themed fun. Read this week’s guide for a roundup of the best local markets (all free of entry!) happening over the coming weeks.

One World Warwick is back for its second year this November! Join us to celebrate 60 years of Warwick's global engagement and impact. With events on campus and with partners worldwide, One World Warwick invites you to connect, collaborate, celebrate, and explore new perspectives.

Searching for support? Our Wellbeing Services are here to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities of student life. Find out how to register with Disability Services, what Groups and Events you can take part in, and what Self-help Resources are available to you on our Start well page.

We are proud to announce our 2024/25 energy savings. The Energy and Sustainability team diligently check data from thousands of meters across campus to tackle energy inefficiencies. In the 2024/25 academic year, we avoided wasting enough electricity to drive an electric car 57 times around the world.

Diwali​ is on 20 October. Celebrate with the Students’ Union on 21 October as they lead a day of making, music, and delicious food as part of One World Warwick.

Join us for The (Free) Breakfast Club every Tuesday, starting from 8:30am - 10:30am in The Green Room! Help yourself to a variety of hot and cold breakfast options, alongside a hot drink. Remember, once it’s gone, it’s gone - so be sure to get in quick!

As part of our 60th anniversary celebrations and One World Warwick, join us for Workshop Wednesdays and other creative sessions to prepare for a dazzling international light procession that will wind through the heart of campus on 19 November.

Take a break from studying and research and get involved in a variety of activities to support your wellbeing. Visit the SU Atrium for their World Mental Health Day Fair, get active with Warwick Sport, or relax in the Library's sensory workspace. Find blogs from Warwick students and resources to support you on our page.

Got an idea to make things better? Big or small, the SU want to hear it. Share your ideas on the new Make A Change platform! Fill out the form and tell us the change you want to see.

The Nook is now open – our brand-new space tucked in between Curiositea and Rootes, created for students to pause, meet and discover. Join friendly gatherings like the Community Lounge and Global Café, where you can share experiences, get creative, and make new friends.

Take part in events happening across campus to celebrate Black History Month. Design your own t-shirt with the SU, join the Law School’s 5^th Black Arts Showcase, discover the Library’s curated Ethnicity and Migration collection, or watch In the Heat of the Night with the Warwick Student Cinema.

Curated to celebrate the University’s 60th Anniversary, this exhibition showcases some (but certainly not all) of the many aspects of student life at the University of Warwick over the past ​six decades. Visit the Main Library entrance area on Floor 1, or the Modern Records Centre between September and December 2025 to view.

University House is temporarily closing for important maintenance work. From November 2025, the University House Learning Grids will be closed for approximately 12 months. Find alternative study spaces on campus here.

Do you take the bus, walk, or cycle to campus? From 6 October you can turn your daily commute into Green Points with the Warwick Green Rewards Journey Challenge. Log every journey for a chance to win a big voucher. The challenge ends 6 November. Join Warwick Green Rewards today!

Nominations for the SU's Autumn Elections are now open! Nominate yourself or a friend now, and have a say in how your SU is run. Nominations close on Friday 10 October at 12pm.

A warm welcome to all our new and returning students at Warwick! I hope you’ve had a restful summer and are feeling energised for the year ahead. This is a special time to be part of the Warwick community - take a moment to watch this short video message to find out more.

Warwick Food Group is delighted to announce that Coffee Lab is now open in IBRB, on the Gibbet Hill campus. Visit us on 7 October to celebrate! There will be samples to try, prizes to be won, and a free cookie with every purchase (while stocks last!).

Your safety matters. As part of our commitment to safety, we’re pleased to introduce SafeZone, a free app designed to help you get support quickly and easily - anytime, anywhere on campus. Find out more and download the app!

The Panel is a community-based platform where you can take part in online activities, attend focus groups, share your thoughts, and help shape the University, both now and in the future. In return, there are lots of opportunities across the year to win prizes for taking part! Register today.