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Good physical health is an entitlement for all children and young people, argues new report
The Government's strategy for children's physical health, which has a 'crude fixation' on 'weight management', is criticised in a new report co-chaired by a University of Winchester expert in physical education. Read more
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Nature is good medicine: international call to action on the benefits of nature to health and wellbeing
A University of Winchester expert on how access to green spaces contributes to enhancing public and environmental health has joined an international call to action to recognise the irreplaceable potential of nature-derived health services to individuals and to society. Read more
The Conversation
How Britain's favourite festive birds got their names
The names of Britain’s favourite Christmastime birds tell us a lot about how historical speakers of English perceived and thought about these birds. Dr Eric Lacey, Senior Lecturer in English Language, offers an insight into why they got their names in an article for The Conversation. Read more
Blog
Richard III’s reign was dogged by more rumours than just the Princes in the Tower
In a new article for The Conversation, Dr Gordon McKelvie, Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of Winchester, outlines how the reign of Richard III shows that fake news and conspiracy theories need not only be associated with the internet, or even the modern world. Read more
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New aquatic physiotherapy classes set to make a splash at the Winchester Health Clinic
The Winchester Health Clinic is launching new aquatic physiotherapy classes for 2022, aimed at getting individuals with lower limb or back pain back on track doing the jobs or hobbies that they love. Read more
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University and Winchester Student Union win award for embedding sustainability and social responsibility into curriculum
The University of Winchester and Winchester Student Union have been awarded the National Union of Students (NUS) Responsible Futures accreditation for the second time. The accreditation reflects their shared commitment to embedding sustainability and social responsibility in teaching and other activities. Read more
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"Apprenticeships exist in all forms and you'll meet some great people along the way"Louisa Seers of IBM on studying as a degree apprentice
Louisa Seers is a software analyst at IBM in her second year studying for her Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship and BA (Hons) Business Management and Leadership degree. In a blog marking National Apprenticeship Week, Louisa explains why she chose to study on the programme and how her career prospects are being boosted by what she is learning Read more
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University of Winchester historian helps bring Viking age to life in new educational gaming experience
A University of Winchester historian has contributed to the development of a new educational gaming experience, allowing players to explore and interact with the history and culture of the Viking Age world. Read more
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Student volunteers support local community during national Student Volunteering Week
A packed week of events and activities saw student volunteers from the University of Winchester support local community projects across the city for national Student Volunteering Week 2022 (7-13 February). Read more
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University of Winchester announces sponsorship of city-wide celebration of style
The University of Winchester's Faculty of Business, Law and Digital Technologies is sponsoring Winchester Fashion Week (WFW) 2022, the city's annual celebration of style, which takes place from 4 to 9 April. Read more
Blog
February 2022 at the University of Winchester
From student volunteers supporting the local community to an impressive performance in a national mediation competition, this month has seen students at the University in the forefront of our news and events. Read our February highlights to find out more. Read more
The Conversation
Ukraine invasion: how Belarus has become Russia's pawn
In a new article for The Conversation, Dr Natalya Chernyshova, Senior Lecturer in Modern History, explains how the 2020 Belarusian revolution proved a pivotal turning point in the long and complicated history of the relationship between Minsk and Moscow, ultimately facilitating Russia's attack on its neighbour Ukraine. Read more
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University of Winchester awarded 'gold status' for success in protecting hedgehogs on campus
The University of Winchester has been recognised for its hedgehog-friendly campus with a prestigious Gold Hedgehog Friendly award from the British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS). Read more
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University of Winchester investigative journalist shares research in true crime murder documentary series
A University of Winchester investigative journalist and academic features in a powerful new Sky true crime documentary series about the biggest and most exhaustive murder investigation in Welsh history, which many believe resulted in a wrongful conviction. Read more
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University of Winchester joins new alliance created to bring change for young carers and young adult carers
The University of Winchester has joined a coalition of more than 30 organisations and individuals to launch the Young Carers Alliance, a new network which aims to provide a stronger collective voice for young carers and those who support them. Read more
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Mental healthcare provision can be informed by findings from new study of esports athletes
A new research study examining the risk factors influencing the mental health of esports athletes shows that stress, sleep problems, burnout and social phobia anxiety may all adversely impact their mental health. Read more
Blog
Celebrating and discussing progress in animal welfare at the UK Parliament
Students studying animal welfare recently attended a reception hosted by Humane Society International UK at the Houses of Parliament. Dr Steven McCulloch, senior lecturer in Human-Animal Studies and Programme Leader for the BA (Hons) Animal Welfare and Society degree programme who led the visit, describes their experiences. Read more
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