Doctoral_College_newsletter_24_25_Term 1_Week 11_AS

Subject:
New coffee on campus, Brand Evolution Project results, and a festive message from your Vice-Chancellor
From:
The Doctoral College Team
To:
International Undergraduate <mrgammon+UG@gmail.com>
60 years and beyond. Making a better world together.

Hello International,


Your Doctoral College newsletter

Hi everyone! Welcome to your final Term 1 newsletter from the Doctoral College.

We have some exciting updates to share with you this week as we reveal the results of the preferred concepts you voted for as part of the Brand Evolution Project, so make sure you read on! You can also share your thoughts on developing wellbeing resources and receive a £20 voucher, see what's happening at Warwick this Christmas and hear from VC Professor Stuart Croft with a festive message.

We wish all our research community a joyful, restful break over the festive period, and look forward to seeing you again in January 2025!

News and updates 

Your views and opinions

Brand Evolution Project:
The results are in!

Thank you for sharing your feedback during the market testing phase of the Brand Evolution Project. The results found that 61% of staff, students and alumni preferred the same concept. Read more about the insights from the survey.


 
coffee in a mug

New coffee launching
on campus

We're switching our coffee offering on campus from Starbucks to our new supplier, Bridge Coffee Roasters. We’ve made this decision based on your feedback and our desire to offer coffee that aligns with our commitments to people and the planet. Available from 6 January 2025!

 

Report and Support:
Annual Report 2023/24 

Warwick is dedicated to tackling all types of unacceptable behaviour on campus, which is why we’re sharing the results of the 2023/24 Report and Support Annual Report. You can access the full report on this page, including a message from your Vice-Chancellor, Stuart Croft. 
 

Staying safe over the
winter break

Whether you're heading home for the break or staying nearby, your safety on and off campus is important. Be sure to know who to reach out to if you ever need assistance, and visit our emergency contacts page.

 

 

Spotlight on...

A festive message from our Vice-Chancellor

As we approach the end of term, watch as Professor Stuart Croft reflects on Warwick’s 2024 and looks ahead to an exciting 2025.

Festive message from VC Stuart Croft

 

Get involved

Join a Wellbeing Literacy Listening Workshop

PhD students and Postdoctoral researchers at Warwick are invited to Wellbeing Literacy Listening Workshops, as part of a project to develop tailored online wellbeing resources. Share your thoughts and receive a £20 voucher for participating. Place are limited —register here!

Widening Participation Conference: Call for Proposals

In the lead up to The University's 60th anniversary, join us to celebrate the impact of Widening Participation at Warwick on 26 February. You can now submit your proposals for workshops or insight talks at the event. Proposals must be submitted by 10 January. If you have any questions please email: wpcommunity@warwick.ac.uk.

International student support

We want to make sure our international community has access to support resources and important updates. 
  • Are you thinking about exploring the UK over the winter break? We have put together a handy guide for popular places to visit in the UK to save money when travelling.
  • Is your passport linked to your e-Visa? If your BRP expires on 31 December, make sure you have registered and checked that your passport is linked to your e-Visa. This is important if you wish to travel overseas from the UK this Christmas. Support is available at the Student Opportunity Hub (Senate House) until 2pm on 23 December. Further help and guidance can be found on our FAQ page.
  • Hear from international student, Modhurima, about her volunteering journey and a recent invitation to the House of Lords for an International Student Celebration event. Read Modhurima's blog and find out how you could make an impact on the University and local community.

What's on

people in a room seated talking

NCRC Conversation Series:
Failing Forward

Join us on 17 December, from 11:00–12:00, for 'Failing Forward: How do we destigmatise failure in the research environment'. You will explore the prevalence of failure in academia, hear about the Failing Forward project, and share ideas on fostering a healthier research culture. Register your place here.


 
seats with a cinema screen

Warwick Arts Centre cinemas
open over Christmas

Warwick Arts Centre cinemas are here to entertain you over the Christmas vacation. The full December film programme is ready for you, featuring Wicked, The Last Dance, Nosferatu, Spirited Away many more. Don't miss out!
Illustration of Christmas on the Warwick campus

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.

We've got an exciting range of events and activities throughout December and the break, so join in and let's spread a little festive magic!
 

Christmas at Warwick

 

Best wishes,

Betty
and the Doctoral College Team

Betty is a second-year PhD student in the School of Life Sciences, and PGR Coordinator in the Doctoral College, working on initiatives to enhance the postgraduate research student experience.

 

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