One World Warwick: A week of cultural celebrations showcasing global diversity

The University of Warwick will be celebrating its international community with a week-long celebration called 'One World Warwick'.

The week of events from 11^th-17^th November will include light processions, musical performances, and Langar community kitchen, all to showcase Warwick's rich international community and its impact on the world.

Warwick's community includes students from 115 countries, over 2000 staff from overseas and a global alumni network, with 40% residing outside the UK.

Warwick proudly celebrates its position as a global university dedicated to tackling the world's most pressing challenges.

Professor Michael Scott, Pro-Vice Chancellor for International, said: "One World Warwick is about bringing out students, staff, alumni and global partners together to celebrate and deepen our global community, connections, opportunities and impacts.

"This is a fantastic chance to warmly welcome new members from around the world into our community; explore and experience the diverse cultures that make Warwick such a dynamic place; understand more about the global opportunities on offer here; and take the first exciting steps in new international collaborations."

This year's One World Warwick features an exciting lineup of events and activities organized by teams across the University, in collaboration with partners and alumni communities worldwide.

Events include:

Get ready to light up campus in a dazzling parade of handmade lanterns, glow-in-the-dark face paint, and musical performances celebrating our vibrant global community.

The procession will kick off 5:00pm beginning at Warwick Arts Centre and weaving through key areas of the central campus, including Senate Lawn, Faculty of Arts Building, ending in the Piazza.

• International Showcase, Thursday 14 Nov, 12-5pm

Join us for the first ever Warwick International Showcase and be part of the official launch of the University's new International strategy.

Find out about all of the international-facing activities of the University, from our recruitment to campus experience, international educational opportunities for staff and students, international research funding and collaborations as well as our partnerships with institutions around the globe.

• Langar, Tuesday 12 Nov, 11am-3pm

The Langar community kitchen will be on campus offering free vegetarian food to anyone, served with love and the spirit of Seva (selfless service).

This event is in partnership with Warwick's Sikh Student Society and is open to the local community to come and find out more about the Sikh faith.

The festivities will highlight the diverse cultures that make up the Warwick community, warmly welcome the newest members from around the globe, and provide a platform to showcase the extensive international opportunities available to both staff and students.

The events reflect Warwick's vision for a global future, underscoring its role as part of a dynamic network of global partners, collaborators, and innovators.

For more information and the full schedule of events visit the website.

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