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Blog20/11/2019

Big men do cry: cricketers are leading the charge for inclusive masculinity

Rising Australian cricket star Will Pucovski has recently taken the surprising step of asking not to be considered for selection for the national men’s team ahead of the First Test against Pakistan, which starts on Thursday. Pucovski cited a need to focus on his mental well-being. Read more

Press Release26/11/2019

University pledges to welcome refugees on World Access to Higher Education Day

The University of Winchester has joined other UK universities to put pen to paper on a new commitment to increase access to higher education for refugees and asylum seekers. Read more

Press Release28/11/2019

University of Winchester graduate secures publishing deal

A University of Winchester MA Creative and Critical Writing graduate has secured a publishing deal with her debut crime novel, which focuses on a protagonist who suspects her husband of being Jack the Ripper. Read more

Blog05/12/2019

November 2019 at the University of Winchester

November celebrated the launch of the University’s Strategic Vision 2030, to help shape a better world through everything we do. The Vice-Chancellor has secured her place on the UK Climate Commission while staff and students celebrate professional achievements. Then, take a look at our blog highlights to discover more from our newly formed partners Read more

Blog19/12/2019

"The more you give as a conductor, the more you get back." Conducting the Music for Youth Proms

Last month, Creative Director of the University of Winchester Music Centre Neil Valentine conducted 1,000 young musicians and singers at the Music for Youth Proms 2019 at the Royal Albert Hall in London. We find out from him all about this huge achievement. Read more

Blog07/01/2020

Review of the year: 2019 at the University of Winchester

2019 was a year of proactive change at the University of Winchester. It was tough to select just a few, but here are our highlights. Read more

Press Release08/01/2020

Study shows professional gamers and athletes face similar psychological pressure

Esports gamers face similar levels of psychological pressure as professional athletes, and are exposed to significant stress factors when competing in top level competitions researchers have revealed, in the first study of its kind. Read more

Press Release10/01/2020

University of Winchester to host BBC R4’s politics debate show 'Any Questions?'

The University of Winchester is hosting a live broadcast of BBC Radio 4’s 'Any Questions?' in the Stripe Auditorium at 8pm on Friday 7 February 2020. Read more

Press Release10/01/2020

Grassroots football team to play like ‘Match of the Day’ stars

A Southampton-based amateur football team, which was set up to encourage men to open up about mental illness, has won a new competition which will see them treated like Premier League stars, including full ‘Match of the Day’ treatment. The winners, DC United, were declared in December through a live twitter announcement. Read more

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Press Release15/01/2020

Top customer service accolade for Estates and Facilities Services

The University of Winchester's Estates and Facilities Services (EFS) department has been awarded the Cabinet Office Customer Service Excellence accreditation for the high quality of its customer services. Read more

Statement31/01/2020

Brexit: University of Winchester statement

We recognise what an unsettling and drawn-out process the last three and a half years has been, particularly for our staff and students from Europe. Read more

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Blog03/02/2020

Why National Apprenticeship Week is important for universities

To mark National Apprenticeship Week 2020, David Way CBE, Visiting Professor of Knowledge Exchange in the University of Winchester Business School, sets out why this annual celebration of the impact of apprenticeships on individuals, employers and the economy is important to universities. Read more

Blog04/02/2020

Doctor Who: fan reaction to first black Time Lord exposes Britain’s deep divisions on race and gender

BBC audiences were recently introduced to their first black Doctor Who. In the episode which aired in the UK on January 26, Jo Martin – previously best known for roles in Holby City and Blue Story – played an ostensibly ordinary human who was, towards the end of the episode, revealed as a previously unknown (possibly past, future or parallel) Read more

Blog04/02/2020

Over-parenting teaches children to be entitled – let them fail and learn to be resilient instead

During the last couple of decades, new types of parents have emerged. From the anxiously involved helicopter parents to the pushy tiger mums, these differing styles all have one thing in common: they tend to involve over-parenting. Read more

Press Release06/02/2020

University of Winchester becomes newest member of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network

The University of Winchester has become the newest member of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), underlining its commitment to tackling the significant global challenges the world now faces, including climate change. Read more

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Press Release07/02/2020

Climate emergency, TV licence and Brexit focus of BBC Any Questions? live broadcast from the University of Winchester

The climate emergency, the TV licence and the indeterminate sentencing of convicted terrorits were just some of the current issues in the news up for discussion when BBC flagship political debate show Any Questions? was broadcast live from the University of Winchester in front of a packed audience on Friday 7 February. Read more

Statement11/02/2020

Minimising the impact of the UCU strikes on our students

The University is extremely concerned about the impact the proposed strikes due to take place in February and March may have on our students' university experience. That is why we are doing all we can to minimise this impact. Please find below details about what is being done. Read more

Blog11/02/2020

January 2020 at the University of Winchester

January set 2020 off to a strong start at the University of Winchester. Local football teams were provided with a platform for progress, an award was received for our excellent Estates and Facilities Services, and Sports Psychologist Dr Matthew Smith published pioneering research. Read more

Press Release12/02/2020

Harmony in Education conference puts sustainability at heart of curriculum

The first Harmony in Education Conference, a collaboration between the University of Winchester and The Harmony Project takes place on Friday 1 May 2020 at the University. Read more

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Press Release26/02/2020

Volunteering and community champions celebrated for outstanding contributions at University awards ceremony

Passionate students and staff from the University of Winchester, who volunteer with organisations and people in the city, have been honoured at a special awards ceremony. Read more

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Blog27/02/2020

Six phrases to help your child's emotional development

Emotional competence is an important life skill. Children with a high level of emotional competence, tend to have more friends, do better at school, and are more likely to help others. Read more

Blog28/02/2020

February 2020 at the University of Winchester

It’s time to reflect on the many achievements of February at the University. From celebrating volunteers to continuing to champion sustainability, it’s been a busy month. Read more

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Blog03/03/2020

Five surprising benefits of a plant-based diet

Many of the important benefits of a plant-based diet – particularly for climate health and animals – are well known. Yet despite the science being very clear, there remains confusion about the impact on human health. Read more

Press Release04/03/2020

Scouting out ‘who dunnit’ at the University of Winchester

A group of Winchester District Explorer Scouts became real life forensic investigators solving crime at the University of Winchester, at a special event inspired by the popular board game Cluedo. Read more

Statement11/03/2020

Coronavirus: FAQs for students and staff

The University is closely monitoring the global outbreak of oronavirus (Covid-19) and we are following official guidance from the Government and Public Health England (PHE) on how best to act and respond as the situation continues to rapidly evolve. Read more

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