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Subject:
Apply for up to £300 in funding, discover the Midland Innovation Fellowship, and complete the Student Feedback Survey...
From:
The Doctoral College Team
To:
Student Test <student-test@azorus.com>
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Hello Student,


Your Doctoral College newsletter

Hi everyone, and welcome back to your Doctoral College newsletter. This week, find out how you can apply for up to £300 in funding, apply for the Midland Innovation Fellowship, and don't forget to take part in the for a chance to have your say and win shopping vouchers. 

Finally, see what's happening this Christmas at Warwick for our community - bring your family and friends!

News and updates 

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PGR Hardship
Support 
Fund

The funding is available to students who are experiencing unforeseen exceptional circumstances during their studies. Postgraduate Researchers are eligible to apply for funding at any point during their registration period, including during a period of temporary withdrawal. Find out how we can support you.

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PGR Networking Fund:
up to £300 available

Apply now for up to £300 from the Doctoral College Networking Fund. The Fund is available to bring PGRs together to educate, stimulate or support and to challenge. All applications will be reviewed and successful bids will usually be notified within four working weeks.



 
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Improvements
to your Library

Renovations have been taking place in the Library, designed to improve our shared spaces, making your learning experiences even better. See what’s happened so far, and we will keep you updated on any closures or changes to access as the work progresses.


 
Brand roadshow at the SU

Thank you for helping to
shape Warwick’s future brand

Thousands of you shared your opinions on proposed brand concepts at the Brand Evolution Project Roadshow. Your feedback means that together, we can create a brand we’re all proud to be part of. Visit the Brand Portal to learn more.

Get involved

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Your feedback matters. Tell us about your experiences this term in our joint University and Students' Union survey. As a thank you for your time, you’ll have the option to enter a prize draw with a chance of winning 1 of 16 shopping vouchers!

Midland Innovation (MI) Post Fellowship

MI has launched a brand-new fellowship with the UK Parliament. Two PhD students have the opportunity to pause their studies and complete a fellowship with the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology, gaining first-hand insight into how research informs policy. Applications must be made by 27 November

Join the conversation: we need to hear from you on sustainability 

Warwick’s Sustainability Strategy is undergoing a refresh, and we need to hear from you. Join our upcoming workshops where you can share your thoughts and feedback to shape a strategy that will deliver positive change for sustainability within our University community. Sessions take place online and in-person between 18 and 19 November. Register your place here.

Ethical Assurance Framework

The University has reviewed its Ethical Assurance Framework. You can find out more here.
 

What's on

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Design for
Academics

This Researcher Development workshop aims to help researchers feel confident in communicating their work by designing visuals and feeling assured to create and design slides, social media posts, banners, posters and more. Sign up now!


 
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Global Light Procession

Light up the night and celebrate the vibrant cultures that make our campus a global community. Join the Global Light Procession on 13 November. You can also make a lantern for the parade at our workshops on 6 and 13 November. Get involved!

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Fresh Fruit
and Veg Stall

Did you know that you can get fresh fruit and vegetables on campus? 'Fresh and Juicy' is back every Monday and Thursday from 9am - 5pm in the SU Atrium. Shop local, support local! Find out more.


 
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Happy Diwali

We wish prosperity, joy and light to members of our Warwick community who are celebrating Diwali. As part of One World Warwick’s Global Celebrations Week, we are celebrating with Diwali workshops on campus today. 

Spotlight on...

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Together this Christmas at Warwick

There’s something magical about Christmas that brings our community together.

Whether it’s connecting with friends, enjoying some festive fun with those who mean the most to you, or tucking into something tasty, we invite you to be part of Christmas at Warwick.

So, join us on campus for an exciting range of events and activities throughout November and December, and let's spread a little festive magic!
 

Discover Christmas at Warwick

 

A blog by, PhD Student:
The Emotional Rollercoaster of My PhD Experience

 

Read blog here

 

Best wishes,

Stella
and the Doctoral College Team

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