
Press Centre
Welcome to our Press Centre – the home of our latest news releases, research blogs and announcements. Journalists looking for expert comment or opinion on a story can search our online ‘Find an expert’ database: scroll down to the end of this page. Call us on + 44 (0) 1962 827678 or email us at press@winchester.ac.uk
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How labyrinths can aid contemplation and creativity
Can getting ‘lost’ in a labyrinth help you find your thoughts? To celebrate the installation of a new projectable labyrinth at the University of Winchester, Dean of Spiritual Life Terry Biddington discusses how this unusual tool can help individuals of all faiths and none meditate or reflect. Read more
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University of Winchester’s sustainability partnership with students recognised by National Union of Students award
The University of Winchester has been awarded the National Union of Students’ (NUS) Responsible Futures accreditation for its commitment to embedding sustainability and social responsibility in its teaching and other activities. Read more
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May 2019 at the University of Winchester
The University of Winchester's focus on sustainability and social justice are highlighted by our wide-ranging activities in May, from the presentation of our inaugural sustainable fashion award and our involvement in an innovative theatre project to positively affect prisoners' attitu Read more
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Celebrating fruitful partnerships in theatre and dance
Ahead of a special event taking place this evening to mark the one-year anniversary of the start of Blue Apple's residency at the University of Winchester, the company's general manager Simon Morris explains how our partnership is benefiting both organisations and highlights some exciting future collaborations. Read more
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University of Winchester encourages children to get creative on subject of forced migration
Schools across Hampshire have taken part in a creative competition to engage children with issues around forced migration and explore what it means for immigrants to be seeking sanctuary. Read more
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University of Winchester flies footprint flag for human rights
A flag designed by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei will fly above the University of Winchester's West Downs Quarter on Romsey Road for seven days from 24 - 30 June to celebrate 70 years of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Read more
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University of Winchester announces pledge as part of mission to tackle climate emergency
The University of Winchester has pledged to eliminate all unnecessary single-use plastic by December 2020 and calls on individuals and the higher education sector to stand up and take action to combat the climate crisis. Read more
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Top student performing talent vies for the 'Top Hat' at Hat Fair 2019
University of Winchester Performing Arts students are set to compete in the Top Hat competition at this year's Hat Fair (5-7 July), presenting new outdoor festival pieces which will be judged by a public vote. Read more
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June 2019 at the University of Winchester
As governments around the world declare a climate emergency, we’ve been focusing on what we can do to tackle the issue. We celebrate our sustainability achievements so far but pledge to do more. Plus, the much-awaited TV series, Killing Eve is back – and it got us thinking about why we find on-screen psychopaths so alluring. Read more
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UK's newest university health and wellbeing faculty launches with Hampshire Hospitals' partnership
The strategic partnership between the University of Winchester and Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is set to become stronger, with the two institutions pledging to work together to help address the growing demand for healthcare professionals in the region. Read more
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We need to protect children who appear on social media: 'Generation Tagged' and the YouTube 'Kidfluencer'
As the Royal College of Psychiatrists urges the Government to afford child YouTube stars the same protection as child actors, Dr Emma Nottingham outlines the Centre's research which shows that children who appear on social media need greater protection. Read more
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Winchester research roundup July 2019
The University is one of 15 institutions across the south of England to receive funding of £9 million as part of the ARC Wessex partnership, which will work together to help solve some of the big health challenges our communities are facing, including dementia and obesity. Find out more about the partnership, as well as other research news, below. Read more
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English voters, English issues
In the week that Boris Johnson became the new Prime Minister and the LibDems chose Jo Swinson as the party's new leader, new research from the Centre for English Identity and Politics (CEIP) has highlighted a challenge to all political parties in responding to a significant group of English voters. Read more
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Cautious welcome from University of Winchester physical education expert for new School Sport and Activity Action Plan
The Government's long-awaited new School Sport and Activity Action Plan has adopted two of the key recommendations made in a Parliamentary report on children's physical education, which was jointly sponsored by the Universities of Winchester, Sheffield Hallam and Kingston. Read more
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July 2019 at the University of Winchester
Throughout July, social justice and sustainability continued to be top priorities. As a founding member of the new Winchester Food Partnership, the University was involved in its formal launch and student donations supported a range of local charities by giving unwanted items a second life. Read more
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Taking on the Winchester Half Marathon 2019 challenge: Meet Our Runners
On 22 September, over 2,000 keen runners will take on the Winchester Half Marathon, tackling a beautiful course of just over 13 miles which starts and ends in the centre of our historic city. Ten students and members of staff at the University of Winchester - one of the official race partners - have been given complimentary passes to the race. Read more
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