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Press Release27/11/2020

Covid-19 Asymptomatic Testing Site to launch at University of Winchester

An Asymptomatic Testing Site (ATS) of lateral flow tests is launching at the King Alfred Quarter at the University of Winchester, as part of the Government's UK-wide continuing drive to increase the availability of mass testing. Read more

Press Release01/12/2020

University to share 'beacon of hope' with Winchester community as lockdown ends

The University of Winchester will be thanking its staff, students, the wider community and the NHS by hosting a 'Beacon of Hope' event on the evening of Wednesday 2 December. Read more

Blog08/12/2020

November 2020 at the University of Winchester

November brought us a variety of new developments at the University. From academic expertise applied to exercise programmes and Viking video games, to Winchester being named a top training provider for degree apprenticeships, a national lockdown didn’t slow us down. Read more

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Statement14/12/2020

Remembering James Atwell, 1946 – 2020

The whole University of Winchester community today mourns the death of The Very Reverend Professor James Edgar Atwell. Read more

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Press Release18/12/2020

Academics call on Chief Medical Officers to support removal of tackling in children's rugby

Academics from the University of Winchester, Oxford Brookes University and Newcastle University have written an open letter to Chief Medical Officers in the UK today (Friday 18 December 2020), advising them to support their request that tackling should be removed from rugby played by school-aged children. Read more

The Conversation18/12/2020

ARFID: The eating disorder that makes people fear food

In the University's latest article for The Conversation, Luise Marino, joint Programme Lead for the BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics degree course in the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, discusses how a little-known eating disorder - called avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) - can have a severe, lifelong impact on eating habits. Read more

Press Release18/12/2020

University of Winchester Academy Trust welcomes three Romsey primary schools into the fold

Three primary schools from the Romsey area have joined the University of Winchester Academy Trust. Read more

Press Release05/01/2021

University of Winchester Archaeology degree programmes receive professional accreditation

Two of the University of Winchester's Archaeology degree programmes have been formally accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK). Read more

Blog09/01/2021

Review of the year: 2020 at the University of Winchester

Despite the enormous challenges brought about by the global coronavirus pandemic and its impact on how our community has worked, lived and socialised together over the last year, 2020 saw the University adapt to the 'new normal', and contribute both to our understanding of the pandemic, as well as offering support to our local community. Read more

Press Release11/01/2021

University of Winchester Vice-Chancellor announces retirement

Professor Joy Carter will be retiring at the end of March after 15 successful years as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Winchester. Read more

Press Release15/01/2021

Exchange programme sees Winchester students collaborate on sustainable development initiatives

Students and researchers from the University of Winchester are taking part in a virtual cultural exchange programme with Amity University in New Delhi, northern India, launching this month. Read more

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Press Release17/01/2021

Hannah Williams The Voice

Hannah Williams The Voice Read more

Press Release20/01/2021

Winchester one of first five UK universities pledging to support Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showman and Boater communities in higher education

The University of Winchester has today (Wednesday 20 January 2021) signed the new GTRSB into Higher Education Pledge, undertaking to support access to higher education for students from Gypsy, Traveller, Roma, Showman and Boater communities (GTRSB). Read more

Cricketer Rishabh Pant holding his bat and helmet aloft on the field of play

The Conversation29/01/2021

Rishabh Pant's historic innings against Australia can be explained with psychology

In the latest article by a University author for The Conversation, Matthew Smith, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology - along with Matt Jewiss from the University of Hertfordshire - explores how mindset and belief can help explain Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant's historic innings to seal India's stunning recent win against Australia. Read more

Press Release01/02/2021

New research study explores the Asian student experience of degree awarding gap

The findings of a research project aimed at better understanding the experiences of Asian students studying at the University of Winchester show that they experience particular challenges, which are markedly different from other BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) students. Read more

Blog01/02/2021

January 2021 at the University of Winchester

It might not have been the start to 2021 that we were all hoping for: the new national lockdown coming into effect in the first week of January means that the majority of our students have yet to return to campus in person for their studies. But the start of the second semester has still seen plenty of new developments: read on for the highlights. Read more

Press Release02/02/2021

'Earn as you learn': Virtual masterclass events showcase degree apprenticeships at the University of Winchester

The University of Winchester is connecting potential degree apprentices with employers in a special series of free virtual masterclass events to mark National Apprenticeship Week 2021 (8-14 February). Read more

Martial Rose with Joy Carter at the 175th anniversary celebrations

Statement02/02/2021

Remembering Martial Rose 1922-2021

To today's Winchester staff and students, Martial Rose is chiefly commemorated on campus in the University library building which bears his name and in which his portrait hangs. Many alumni and others with long memories, however, will bring to mind the dynamic, creative, forceful, determined leader of the then King Alfred's College at a critical ju Read more

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Blog04/02/2021

Trumpism and the Italian Strategy of Tension

As the United States of America moves forward under a new administration headed by President Joe Biden, Donald J Trump's legacy still looms large. So, what can modern history tell us about the Trump era? Read more

Press Release16/02/2021

University of Winchester Vice-Chancellor one of 20 top scientists signing climate change warning letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson

University of Winchester Vice-Chancellor Professor Joy Carter CBE, DL is a signatory to an open letter to Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, asking for much stronger leadership in the face of catastrophic climate change and growing ecological collapse. Read more

Press Release22/02/2021

University of Winchester endorses new Winchester Cycling Charter

The University of Winchester has pledged support for the newly-launched Winchester Cycling Charter. Read more

Press Release24/02/2021

Sports professionals often lead their employers in response to social movement

Sporting organisations often lag behind in their practical response to social change, according to new research Read more

Press Release25/02/2021

#TeamHannah Band and Singers support University of Winchester contestant on The Voice UK in charity video

University of Winchester alumna and former creative director of the University Music Centre Hannah Williams, who is competing on ITV's The Voice UK television singing competition, has moved one step closer to the finals this week, winning a place in the semi-finals under the mentorship of Sir Tom Jones. Read more

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Press Release26/02/2021

Reasons students choose a career in the Allied Health Professions is focus of new national study led by University of Winchester and Health Education England

The University of Winchester and Health Education England (HEE) are collaborating on a national project to understand why student allied health professionals (AHPs) in England have chosen this as their career path. Read more

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Press Release26/02/2021

University of Winchester backs Fairtrade Fortnight 2021

The University of Winchester is once again backing Fairtrade Fortnight (22 February - 7 March) with a series of virtual events for students and staff and a special online open forum led by Fairtrade Foundation Director Katie Burgess. Read more

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