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Richard Cheetham speaking with woman at UK Coaching's inaugural coaching research conference

Blog20/03/2018

Winchester research roundup March 2018

In the latest monthly roundup of research news at the University, the power of play, privacy enhancing technologies and creative writing are in focus, as Winchester experts help shape the future for the better. Read more

Man standing in front of presentation projection for Patagonia

Blog22/03/2018

"It's fine to walk to the beat of a different drum and it's good that there are companies around which actively encourage that."

Patagonia sells outdoor clothing and gear for activities such as climbing, surfing, skiing and snowboarding and is renowned for being a leader in environmental and social initiatives. It considers itself an 'activist company' and channels one per cent of total sales into environmental groups and NGOs every year. Read more

UK and EU Flags displayed as opposing directions on a signpost

Blog26/03/2018

Why was it England that voted for Brexit?

Political scientists have given us a wealth of regression analysis linking the Brexit vote to age, education, long-term economic decline, social values and attitudes towards immigration. Read more

Press Release21/03/2018

How can business and management education help to create a better world?

In these challenging and uncertain times, how can business and management education contribute to the creation of a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable world? Carole Parkes, Professor of Responsible Management Education at the University of Winchester Business School discusses at her inaugural lecture Read more

Press Release21/03/2018

University partners with sixth form Friends of the Earth debate competition

Professor Joy Carter, Vice Chancellor at the University of Winchester, recently partnered with the Gosport and Fareham Friends of the Earth debate competition and acted as one of the competition judges. Read more

Press Release22/03/2018

Health and social care challenges facing the south of England explored in public panel event

How can regional health and social care services work together to support older people in the future? This significant challenge is the focus of a seminar hosted by the University of Winchester and the Southern Policy Centre on Thursday 22 March at the University. Read more

Press Release23/03/2018

Winchester Writers' Festival launches scholarship for under-represented children's writers

The University of Winchester Writers' Festival has launched a scholarship for a talented 'under-represented' writer of children's or Young Adult fiction to attend this year's event which takes place on 15-17 June. Read more

Press Release23/03/2018

Revised opening date for new Barton Farm Academy

Construction of the new Barton Farm Academy Primary School has been rescheduled to begin in spring 2019, with the new school building expected to be completed by the summer of 2020. Read more

Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament from across the river Thames

Press Release23/03/2018

What do people mean when they say they are English?

Leading academics, politicians and commentators are to discuss what it means to be English at a one-day seminar hosted by the University of Winchester Centre for English Identity and Politics on 28 March. Read more

Press Release26/03/2018

"If the Annunciation is the most important event in human history, why don't we celebrate it more?" Launch of The Annunciation: A Pilgrim's Quest by Mark Byford

An award-winning former BBC journalist and editor has published a compelling account of his search to discover the spiritual meaning of the Annunciation - the gospel story of the encounter between the angel Gabriel and the Virgin Mary, informing her that she will conceive a son and must name him Jesus. Read more

Blog27/03/2018

"Blowing up entire universes is pretty straightforward - making the sound of someone turning invisible can be a challenge."

Multi-award-winning writer and director and University of Winchester alumnus and Honorary Fellow, Dirk Maggs has just directed the 40th anniversary series of BBC Radio Four’s hugely popular Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. Dirk is renowned for evolving radio drama into ‘audio movies’ – a near-visual approach combining scripts, layered sound effe Read more

Press Release27/03/2018

'Fake news', the Dark Net and politics and the digital future under the spotlight at University of Winchester conference

A major conference hosted by the University of Winchester next month will see lawyers, computer scientists, academics and policy makers explore the impact of digital technologies and Big Data on the political process. Read more

Group of University students pose with their reusable cups

Press Release28/03/2018

Chew fancy a brew? University of Winchester recycled coffee cups campaign shortlisted for national award

The University of Winchester's successful recycled coffee cups initiative which has helped boost waste reduction and recycling efforts on campus has been shortlisted for a prestigious national recycling award. Read more

Blog29/03/2018

Living well: how can regional health and social care services work together to support older people in the future?

The ageing population in the central south region poses significant challenges and opportunities. Tony Curtis, Professor of Management at the University of Winchester, explores the issues and explains why the University can play an important role in addressing future challenges. Read more

alt-J in the recording studio

Press Release29/03/2018

Alt-J launch state-of-the-art sound recording studios at University of Winchester

Two members of Mercury-Prize-winning indie rock band alt-J launched the University of Winchester's new state-of-the-art sound recording and post production studios today Thursday 29 March. Read more

Blog03/04/2018

The Annunciation: A Pilgrim's Quest

Mark Byford, a Governor of the University of Winchester, discusses his new book which is the result of a three-year journey searching for the spiritual meaning of the biblical story of the Annunciation. Read more

Press Release04/04/2018

University of Winchester offers business growth programme to female entrepreneurs

A fully-funded business growth programme aimed at supporting women in business is to launch in the region. One hundred female entrepreneurs, who have been in business for at least a year and who want to transform their business, are being offered free places to undertake the programme managed by the University of Winchester and supported by NatWest Read more

The Conversation02/09/2024

Can Oasis make it work second time around?

Following the news that Oasis are to reform, Glenn Fosbraey, Associate Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Winchester, looks the formula for a successful band reunion – and why some crash and burn... Read more

Press Release04/04/2018

University of Winchester Writers' Festival 2018 writing competitions open for entries

There is still time for aspiring poets, novelists and creative writers of all kinds to enter the popular University of Winchester Writers' Festival 2018 writing competitions which are open until Friday 11 April 2018. Read more

Press Release04/04/2018

Event at University of Winchester set to support local businesses in contributing to the UN’s Sustainable Business Goals

Many businesses today think about sustainability and their social responsibilities but how does this fit with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals? Booking is now open for the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Roadshow, which is to make Winchester the first stop on its 2018 tour with an event hosted in partnership with the University Read more

Man sitting looking at a model wearing a dress in fashion design studio

Press Release05/04/2018

University of Winchester marks Winchester Fashion Week 2018 with screening of critically-acclaimed fashion documentary Dior and I

What does it take to create an haute couture collection for one of the most famous fashion houses in the world? Read more

Blog06/04/2018

March 2018 at the University of Winchester

March was full of dancing and music, celebrations and launches, and, of course, snow! Find out our highlights from this month in this blog. Read more

Six Blue Apple theatre actors performing on stage

Press Release09/04/2018

Blue Apple and University of Winchester cement fruitful partnership with residency

Blue Apple Theatre is moving its headquarters into the University of Winchester where the Blue Apple team will work closely alongside colleagues in the Faculty of Arts, thanks to a five-year residency announced by the University today [add date]. Read more

Three people in a lab looking at human bones on a table

Press Release17/04/2018

University of Winchester experts help uncover the history of Norman Winchester for TV show

Medieval history and archaeology experts from the University of Winchester feature in an upcoming episode of the Channel Four series Britain's Most Historic Towns which focuses on Winchester, to be broadcast on Saturday 21 April. Read more

Blog17/04/2018

Expect the unexpected: Winchester-Mandela Museum Exchange 2018

Eleven Winchester undergraduates, studying teacher education and film, are currently on a two-week placement in South Africa as part of the University's partnership with the Nelson Mandela Museum. We'll be featuring regular posts from them during their visit: here's the first report from trainee teacher Evie Mobley-Down. Read more

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