News and Events

Disability Services is offering drop-in sessions to support students in completing their DSA application on Wednesdays during term time 11am – 12pm. Appointments are offered on a first-come, first-served basis from the Wellbeing and Student Support reception in Senate House. Bring your laptop to sign into your student finance account.

Whether you walk, cycle, or drive, we want everyone to stay safe on campus. Check out our new Travel Safety webpage for a refresher on safety principles and advice. Help us keep our campus safe, sustainable, and enjoyable for everyone.

The University of Warwick is proud to host a series of free public events as part of the ESRC Festival of Social Science, running from 23 October to 10 November 2025. These events invite the public to engage with research that explores how society is changing – from our working lives and wellbeing to community voice and global justice.

For the next month, we're celebrating academic integrity! Enter the creative competition for a chance to win up to £100 in shopping vouchers, and visit one of our pop-up events from today to the end of November. You can talk to our Research and Academic Support Librarians or the SU Advice Centre for tailored advice about using AI, and play games on the stands to win prizes.

Tired of take-out food and ready meals? Cooking doesn’t need to be complicated or costly. Read this week’s Money Matters blog, and get cost-cutting top tips from a current student to make the most out of your weekly shop.

Have you downloaded the free SafeZone App? Designed to help you get support quickly and easily - anytime, anywhere on campus, the SafeZone app is here to keep you safe! Download the app today.

At Warwick, our priority is ensuring you get to enjoy all that University life has to offer, whilst feeling safe and secure. With the clocks changing back by an hour on Sunday 26 October, see our tips for staying safe on and off campus especially during the winter months.

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.​

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!

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.

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.