Your Doctoral College newsletter
Hello everyone, we hope you’ve had a relaxing summer so far and enjoyed quality time spent with friends and family. We’re back with another summer PGR newsletter, so read on to find out about our upcoming Autumn Researcher Development Programme, our brand new research campaign, and how you can make the most of LinkedIn Learning. Be sure to sign up for our Autumn events, including a PGR Lunch, Research Poster Display, and virtual introduction to the British Library.
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Warwick’s research is exceptional because of our Infinitely Curious researchers, like you. Our new campaign celebrates your curiosity and innovation, and creatively reimagines some of our favourite campus sights. Visit this page to find out more.
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Don’t forget that while the Research Exchange is closed, there is space available at the Postgrad Hub. Research Refresh will be held here on Thursdays. In addition to its study areas, the Postgrad Hub is a space for you to chat and socialise, with a relaxation room to recharge and refresh. The Postgrad Hub is located on Floor 2 of the Junction Building, open on Monday to Sunday, 9am – 10pm.
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The Autumn Researcher Development Programme begins on 30 September, with 100+ workshops to support PGRs through to December. Check out the Researcher Development Online pages, which include all details about the Autumn Programme.
As a leading University dedicated to education, research and learning, we’re excited to announce that our entire community of staff and students now has access to LinkedIn Learning. The online digital learning platform features over 20,000+ expert-led courses across topics spanning business, technology, software and creative skills, personal development, and much more. From this week, you’ll be able to access LinkedIn Learning, so look out for your welcome email with everything you need to get started!
We understand and appreciate that using social media platforms like X, Instagram, LinkedIn and others offer benefits and opportunities to our community. Take a look at our refreshed Online and Social Media Communications Policy to learn how to engage with these platforms and how to access support if you encounter issues.
CADRE Facilitator vacancies
CADRE (Centre for Arts Doctoral Research Excellence at Warwick University) are seeking two Graduate Teaching Assistants to help facilitate our fortnightly skills workshops for Arts PGRs. For each workshop, you will either be assisting the facilitator leading the session or, in some cases, leading the session yourself. We welcome applications from current PGRs towards the end of their PhD, or recently completed, from Arts (or Arts adjacent) disciplines. More details and application details can be found here. For any enquiries, please contact Lisa Millard, Doctoral Training Manager (lisa.millard@warwick.ac.uk).
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This 90-minute Intercultural Social Lunch on 16 October, 11am-1pm gives you an introduction to the concepts involved in intercultural communication. In this session, you will participate in a range of discussions and interactive activities and begin to explore your cultural attitudes and reflect on your own experiences. Register to join us in the Wolfson Research Exchange at the Library.
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An opportunity for PGRs from all fields to showcase your research and freely exchange ideas with the PGR community. Engaging with researchers from outside your academic department can help expand your learning and your network. All stages of research are welcome. The poster display will take place on 21 November, 12-2pm. Sign up today.
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Join us online for our first Doctoral Open Day on 28 October, where you’ll get an introduction to the Library, an overview of the extensive collections, and practical tips on how to use the catalogues and navigate digital resources. This event is highly recommended for PhD researchers of all disciplines and subject areas. Find out more and book your place here.
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The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) framework is pivotal for enhancing laboratory efficiency and reducing environmental impact while maintaining high research standards. We encourage all labs to get involved and continue driving improvements. Join us on 16 October to celebrate advancing our journey towards greater sustainability!
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PhD Life Blog
Look out for our new blogs, starting in September! We have two new bloggers and will feature guest bloggers throughout the year. Until then, take a look at the past blogs that have been written by PGRs at Warwick, on topics including PhD basics, experiences from PGRs, looking after yourself during your PhD, and beyond.
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Best wishes,
Louise
and the Doctoral College team
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