Welcome to your Thursday newsletter!
Meet Co-Creation Officer Gervaise who shares a bit about their role at our Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning and answers our 5 questions, followed by 5 cheeky more! You can also find out more about Project InVISIBLE which promotes the achievements and visibility of students of colour in research and the community. Read on for more information about PG virtual open days, Warwick Summer School, face coverings and COVID-19 testing, and take part in a photoshoot to earn £20.
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PGR News
Human Library
Come along to the Human Library as a reader on Wednesday 17 November, as part of the City of Culture celebrations. Pick your book title, and help to dismantle stereotypes through open conversations with Human Books!
Postgraduate networking event
Are you conducting research into innovation, futures of work, health and wellbeing or creative industries, or wanting to learn more about these themes? Come along to a postgraduate networking event hosted by the Productivity & the Futures of Work GRP on 25 November.
Ask a postgrad!
Have a question about any aspect of postgraduate life? Whether it’s about study, campus or the local community, use the Ask A Postgrad online platform to receive advice from our group of experienced Postgrad Mentors!
British Academy Virtual Knowledge Symposium
CIFAR and the British Academy are inviting applications for early career researchers in the humanities and social sciences to participate in virtual research activities on the broad theme of “What is a good city?” Find out more and apply by 5pm on 24 November.
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Learning, teaching and research
5 questions with... an IATL Co-Creation Officer
Gervaise is a final year Law student and a Co-Creation Officer at the Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL). They tell us what their role entails, share how they're looking to embed the student voice (or student choir!) into all projects, and debate the benefits of taking dried mango to a dessert island! Meet Gervaise and find out how you can take advantage of the modules, research and funding IATL has to offer.
Project InVISIBLE
Project InVISIBLE was started by the Warwick Black Chemistry Society (WBCS) and the Network for Ethnic Minority Postgraduates (NEMP) to celebrate the work and achievements of students and staff of colour and promote their visibility in research communities and the wider public. Register to get involved to improve the experiences and wellbeing of under-represented students and staff, to learn more about different cultures and to acquire various transferrable skills for your CV.
PG virtual open days
Thinking of further study after you graduate? Join a Postgraduate Virtual open day, choosing from all our academic departments, on 1 and 4 December. Listen in on academic sessions such as sample lectures, seminars and Q&As, sessions on how to apply, and chat with current students. Find out more and register your interest for an open day.
Warwick Summer School
Whether you're looking for a course to boost your existing knowledge or would like to gain knowledge in a new area, Warwick Summer School offers an academic, social and cultural 3-week summer programme which maximises your opportunities to meet and engage with students from across the globe. Discover courses on offer, guest lectures and social events and find out how to apply.
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Best wishes,
and the Student Communications Team
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