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The Conversation27/08/2021

‘Harder than I’d expected’: top players on why joining Premier League from abroad is so tough

Matthew Smith, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Winchester, and colleague Keith Parry of the University of Bournemouth, explain why some footballers moving to the Premier League fail to adjust and the challenges they face off thep[itch in an article for The Conversation. Read more

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Press Release31/08/2021

New Winchester Health Clinic launches physiotherapy treatment for local community

Bookings are now open for the new Winchester Health Clinic, which has been set up by the University of Winchester to provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment and treatment to the local community. Read more

Press Release01/09/2021

University of Winchester supports businesses through Help to Grow: Management Scheme

Regional business leaders are being urged to sign up to a new executive development programme accredited by the Small Business Charter. The University of Winchester is one of the first business schools in the UK to deliver the Government's Help to Grow: Management Scheme. Read more

The Conversation02/09/2021

‘Say his name five times’: why we find the Candyman story so irresistible

As a sequel to the 1992 horror film The Candyman hits cinemas, Joe Stubbersfield, a Lecturer in Psychology at the University of Winchester, explains why we find the urban legend so compelling in an article for The Conversation. Read more

Blog03/09/2021

August 2021 at the University of Winchester

The past month at the University of Winchester saw the launch of a new physiotherapy treatment clinic and an executive-level development programme to support regional business in the post-pandemic world. While we celebrated the success of students on A-level results day, we also watched with concern as tragic events unfolded in Afghanistan. Read more

Press Release17/09/2021

University of Winchester hosts 'pop-up' vaccination clinic on campus

A 'pop-up' vaccination clinic was set up at the University of Winchester this week, in a drive to encourage students and staff to receive a Covid-19 vaccination before the start of the new academic year later this month. Read more

The Conversation20/09/2021

Five of the best new crime novels to read this autumn (and one golden oldie)

Professor Alec Charles, Dean of the Faculty of Arts, recommends top murder mysteries for autumn evenings for The Conversation. Read more

Press Release21/09/2021

Winchester joins COP26 Universities Network

The University of Winchester has joined the COP26 Universities Network to help deliver a successful UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) and support its mission of a low-carbon, resilient world. Read more

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Press Release30/09/2021

University of Winchester students sing out for action ahead of COP26 in collaborative project by The Grange Festival and WWF

Undergraduate students from the University of Winchester express their hopes about a sustainable future for the planet in a film which is set to be shown at COP26, the United Nations Climate Conference in Glasgow in November. Read more

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Press Release24/09/2021

University of Winchester early medieval history expert shortlisted for internationally prestigious prize

University of Winchester medieval history expert Dr Katherine Weikert has been shortlisted for one of the most important prizes in architectural history, it was announced today (Friday 24 September 2021). Read more

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Press Release01/10/2021

University of Winchester ranked top ten in UK for graduates in employment and further study

The University of Winchester is ranked joint 6th in the UK for the number of undergraduate students in full-time employment or further study 15 months after graduation, according to the latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021 from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Read more

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Press Release04/10/2021

Winchester signs up to new catering accreditation scheme helping university canteens go green

The University of Winchester is one of the first higher education institutions in the country to sign up to a new Friends of the Earth accreditation scheme, which aims to motivate university caterers to help fight climate and nature breakdown. Read more

The Conversation05/10/2021

LGBTQ+ athletes: why more sportspeople than ever are coming out

Eric Anderson, Professor of Masculinities, Sexualities and Sport at the University of Winchester, is co-author of an article for The Conversation, highlighting why more sportspeople are coming out. Factors include sport becoming more inclusive, support from high-profile heterosexual allies within sport and the increasing politicisation of sport. Read more

Blog08/10/2021

Black History Month 2021 The Inside Out podcast: Mental Health Pandemic

As we mark Black History Month 2021 this October, the University community continues to celebrate and honour our Black students, staff members, alumni and partners. Read more

Blog06/10/2021

September 2021 at the University of Winchester

There was a welcome 'buzz' around campus, as September saw the return of students to campus for the start of the academic year. From a pop-up vaccination clinic for students and staff to the launch of the University's countdown to the United Nations' COP26 climate conference in Glasgow next month, here is a round-up of highlights. Read more

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Press Release12/10/2021

Student achievements celebrated and public figures honoured at Graduation for Class of 2021

The University of Winchester is celebrating the achievements of students at Graduation this year (19-22 October), as well as awarding Honorary Doctorates and Fellowships to prominent public figures - including actors, conservationists and judges - recognising excellence in their respective fields. Read more

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Press Release14/10/2021

University of Winchester Physiotherapy students praised by Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire

Students and staff from the University of Winchester BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy programme have welcomed Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire Sir Freddie Viggers to the physiotherapy suite in Winchester High Street. Read more

Press Release14/10/2021

University of Winchester graduate shortlisted for national social work award

A University of Winchester graduate has been shortlisted in a prestigious national award scheme for social workers. Read more

Blog15/10/2021

Black History Month 2021 The Inside Out Podcast: Microaggressions

The second episode in The Inside Out mini series of podcasts and videos, which explores the subject of microaggressions. Read more

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Press Release20/10/2021

Climate change and the regenerative power of nature is focus of inaugural public exhibition at the University of Winchester West Downs Gallery

As the world counts down to COP26 in November, the University of Winchester has opened its new gallery space to the public for the first time to enjoy an exhibition with climate change as its focus. Read more

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Press Release19/10/2021

£360k grant from Arts Council England for new research collaborative to support creative education for children

A new 'Creativity Collaborative' in Hampshire is set to help revolutionise creativity across the curriculum in schools, after securing a £360,000 grant from Arts Council England (ACE). Read more

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Press Release27/10/2021

Class of 2021 celebrate achievements at University of Winchester Graduation ceremonies

The achievements of University of Winchester students and of public figures were recognised at Graduation ceremonies at Winchester Cathedral last week (19-22 October). Read more

Blog29/10/2021

Black History Month 2021 The Inside Out Podcast: Our Culture

The focus of this third and final episode of The Inside Out mini-series is Our Culture. Read more

The Conversation27/10/2021

The best Halloween scares you can watch from the safety of your sofa - recommended by a horror expert

Whether you’re looking for some classic scares, a spooky cult tale or something a little more intelligent and sinister to watch this Halloween, Professor Alec Charles, Dean of the University's Faculty of Arts, recommends some scary viewing, whatever your taste, in an article in The Conversation. Read more

Blog02/11/2021

October 2021 at the University of Winchester

October was a month of celebration here at the University of Winchester: We celebrated the Class of 2021 who graduated in ceremonies at Winchester Cathedral, as well as the achievements of high profile and inspirational individuals who became honorary graduates of the University. Read more

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