We hope you're having a great first week back so far! First, hear a welcome back message from our Vice-Chancellor, Stuart Croft, and read a message about the support available if you're affected in any way by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. Read on to find out about new opportunities and events including a WIHEA seminar on inclusive assessment, the Warwick Education Conference, Warwick Film Festival, and the City Nature Challenge. There are also offers available at Benugo on campus, and please take the time to complete the PTES survey if you haven't already.
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Learning, teaching, research, and assessments
WIHEA Seminar: Inclusive Assessment
WIHEA is delighted to host Sam Elkington, Professor of Learning and Teaching at Teesside University, for an online seminar on inclusive and pragmatic forms of assessment, and how they can benefit both teachers and learners. It will take place on Thursday 25 May, 10am-12.30pm, on MS Teams. Please find out more and register here - we hope to see you there!
Health-related ECR Workshop: Careers & Opportunities
The Health Global Research Priority is holding an event on Friday 12 May, 9.30am - 3pm in the IBRB, Gibbet Hill on campus. There will be a series of sessions, including a presentation and questions with the Warwick Careers Team on "Careers in the Healthcare Sector", 3-minute ECR health-related project presentations, and a chance to network and talk to our career advisors who will be set up in the Foyer. A buffet lunch will be provided, and there are prizes worth up to £175 to be won! Find out more and register your interest. |
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Student Opportunity and Events
Warwick Presents… Warwick Film Festival
Warwick’s student-led film festival is now open for submissions! Entries on the theme of ‘belonging’ are welcome until Sunday 28 May. There are also several free workshops taking place this term, starting Wednesday 3 May to help you improve your filmmaking skills – the first three focus on video production, storyboarding, and green production, with more to come. Find out more.
The City Nature Challenge starts tomorrow
The City Nature Challenge takes place Friday 28 April - Monday 1 May and is all about encouraging people to be engaged in nature. Join wildlife enthusiasts on campus and in the local area to photograph and record as much wildlife as you can. Sightings submitted contribute towards conservation and monitoring efforts both in the local area and on a national scale. It's easy to get involved, simply download the iNaturalist app, take a photo of the nature you find, and upload. Find out more about the events and sign up today. |
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Support, safety and community
Message of support during the ongoing conflict in Sudan
We are deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in Sudan, and our thoughts are with those impacted by the violence. We have reached out directly to students who may be impacted but want to remind you that if you’re affected in any way, please reach out for support.
Supporting your wellbeing during exams and assessments
Feelings of stress and anxiety is a normal part of the exam and assessment period, but that’s why it’s important to take a break from studying and prioritise your mental and physical wellbeing. Hear from Warwick student Sej Patel as she shares her tips for looking after your wellbeing during exam season, or join a Breathwork Workshop to learn more about different breathing techniques designed to help you de-stress, feel calmer and more focused. Wellbeing and Student Support also offer a range of self-help resources and the opportunity to join face-to-face drop-in sessions where you can learn about practical tools and techniques to help optimise your mental health in the run-up to exams.
If you would like to speak to someone at Wellbeing, please access our Wellbeing Portal where you can join a virtual queue for a brief consultation with an adviser in person or via Microsoft teams, Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm.
Retail offers at Benugo on campus
Join us every Monday during term time, 11.30am-8.30pm, at Benugo Bar & Kitchen for delicious hand-made, stone-baked, sourdough pizzas for £10. On Wednesday evenings, 5pm-8.30pm, there's 30% off wings. Takeaway is available for both offers and they are not available in conjunction with any other offer.
Student blog: How to make money at university
Chloe Peratikou shares her experiences of different job roles she has had during her time at Warwick. From ambassador roles to blogging, there's something on this list for everyone. Read the full piece here.
We’ve been named ‘Esports University of the Year’ - for the fifth time!
Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our students and staff, Warwick beat 111 other institutions across the country to be ranked first by National Student Esports once more. Find out more.
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Let's keep the dialogue going
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey
Postgraduate Taught students, it’s time to have your say. As an expert on life as a Warwick postgrad, you can help us to make improvements to your course and the overall experience. You’ll be entered into a prize draw with a chance to win cash prizes or Amazon/Love2Shop vouchers. Please take some time to complete the PTES today.
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Best wishes,
and the Student Communications team
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