Your Doctoral College newsletter
Welcome back to your Doctoral College newsletter. We hope you had a relaxing Easter break and managed to catch some sunshine! Today, we are sharing some exciting news - the NAIC Café will be re-opening soon with a new Eatwise menu and a new name — Nexus Café by Eatwise. Read on for your opportunity to become a reflective tutor, sign up for the FECARE Away Day, and don't forget to register your place for our Festival of Postgraduate Research on 12 May.
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With a summer launch in sight, extensive testing is well underway, and the Brand Evolution Project team is preparing the tools and guidance to support you in moving to Warwick’s future brand. Find out more.
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The NAIC Café (in the Lord Bhattacharyya building) will re-open after a brief period of closure with a new, Eatwise menu and name, Nexus Café by Eatwise. The café will be serving baked treats, sandwiches and salads to go, alongside a range of delicious hot meals. |
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Planned downtime: Student Records System (SITS)
The Student Records System (SITS) will not be available from 4pm on Thursday 8 May to 5pm on Monday 12 May while we complete some essential maintenance. We’re doing all we can to minimise disruption.
During this time, please be aware that you won’t be able to access your academic record, update your student details, deregister from modules, check your university financial status, or make payments for fees or accommodation using Student Records Online.
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Applications are open for PGRs to become Reflective Tutors for the Realising Opportunities Academic Skills Module. This part-time role (approx. 20 hours) runs from 21 May–31 July 2025 and involves supporting small student groups. Online training is to be completed by 16 May. Apply here.
Take part in a research study on kindness and compassion in PGR supervision, led by Dr. Gillian Sandstrom (University of Sussex). Findings will be shared at a Warwick PGR event in May 2025 and published in a public report via the Sussex Centre for Research on Kindness website. Take part here. |
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Have you considered studying a language at Warwick? You can study 10 languages with us at a range of levels, from beginners to advanced, either as part of your studies or alongside your studies. Book your place to join our language taster sessions on Wednesday 30 April in the FAB building.
Spring towards a healthier lifestyle with membership offers at the Sports and Wellness Hub. Whether it’s to get stronger or feel more energetic, our sports and fitness environment has everything you need to achieve your active and wellbeing goals. See the offers here, with no joining fee.
WIE helps the University connect with the public to share knowledge, co-produce research, and ultimately make the world a better place. You’ll be able to join networking events, take part in our Learning Circles, and gain new skills to enhance your employability. Become a member!
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Save the date for the 2025 Festival of Postgraduate Research! We’ll be hosting research showcases, resilience and supervision workshops, and networking sessions on 12 May . Register your attendance.
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This is a supportive event for female PGRs with parenting responsibilities, featuring a panel talk, family-friendly lunch, child-friendly yoga, and networking. Join us on 21 June in the Scarman Building. Spaces are limited, so please register now.
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A blog by Lauren, second-year PhD student
Your supervisor is there to help, advise and mentor you through your PhD, and this process works most efficiently when you have a strong relationship. Here are Lauren's top tips.
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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 PGR student experience.
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