Press Centre

Welcome to our Press Centre – the home of our latest news releases, research blogs and announcements. Journalists looking for expert comment or opinion on a story can search our online ‘Find an expert’ database. Call us on + 44 (0) 1962 827678 or email us at press@winchester.ac.uk

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Painting of romantic poet sat in front of some ancient ruins

Press Release28/05/2024

Winning Italian poetry prize puts Julian in prestigious company

A University of Winchester academic is following in the footsteps of poet laureates and the greats of English literature after being awarded a prestigious literary prize in Italy. Read more

Soldiers in small craft point guns at men in inflatable boar

Blog28/05/2024

Climate change fuels resurgence of piracy on the shores of Africa

Declining fish stocks are forcing West African fishermen to turn to piracy writes Selina Robinson, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Investigation, University of Winchester. Read more

black and white photo of smiling middle aged woman with her head rested on her hand

Press Release30/05/2024

Blue Apple Theatre welcomes new leadership as Alison takes the chair...

In July Dr Alison Frater takes the helm at Blue Apple, artist in resident at the University of Winchester, after Prof Ed Rochead steps down as Chair. Read more

Female police officer surrounded by students

Press Release16/05/2024

UK's top black female police officer explains race action plan to students

The UK’s top black female police officer visited the University of Winchester recently to talk to students about her work as Director of the Police Race Action Plan (PRAP). Read more

Woman in floral dress holding up book

Press Release21/05/2024

New novel explores the results of holding onto the hippy dream

What would happen if a peace and love commune from the early 1970s survived into the 21st century with its founding members now approaching their eighth decade? Read more

Forensic investigator in overalls and mask wearing a blue headtorch

Press Release20/05/2024

New forensics book features cutting edge research from Winchester

Experts in criminology and forensics have teamed up to produce a new book which highlights some of the cutting-edge research taking place at the University of Winchester. Read more

Five women in front of green university poster

Press Release14/05/2024

Nurses return to the classroom to share their knowledge

Four qualified nurses, a midwife and a physiotherapist have been taking part in a pilot University Internship scheme at the University of Winchester. Read more

Archaeologists working on site

Press Release17/05/2024

Bones found in Winchester link red squirrels to spread of leprosy in medieval times

Red Squirrels may have passed leprosy onto humans in medieval times, according to a new study co-authored by academics from the University of Winchester. Read more

Two lines of small grey flow sculptures on a wall

Press Release15/05/2024

Fiona's crop of ghostly flowers reminds us of what we have lost

Britain’s lost wildflowers are recreated in a poignant exhibition which has just opened at the West Downs Gallery at the University of Winchester. Read more

Group of people celebrating at awards night

Press Release29/04/2024

Wonderful night of Winton winners

The third annual Winton Society Awards celebrated achievements of the University of Winchester’s students and staff, past and present. Read more

Girl on overalls and face mask carrying a tray at blackened fire scene

Press Release09/05/2024

Jordan's blazing a trail in fire scene forensics

University of Winchester student is creating interest in the forensics world with her research into retrieving footprints from fire scenes. Read more

Line up of students by chapel wall

Press Release30/04/2024

First student-organised film fest promises thrills and chills

Film Production students at the University of Winchester have organised their own film festival but it won’t be for the faint-hearted! Read more

Cyclist in front of Leaning Tower of Pisa

Press Release09/05/2024

University plays key role in Jordan's green adventure

Hampshire schoolchildren and the University of Winchester are playing a key role in a unique eco adventure experiment. Read more

Three young women putting clothes into recycling bin

Press Release07/05/2024

Student nurses' old uniforms recycled to help hospice

Nursing students’ uniforms at the University of Winchester are blue but they are gaining a ‘green’ pedigree. Read more

Five piece rock band in studio. Four long-haired young man and girl drummer with short hair

Press Release07/05/2024

University metal band make a play for the big time

A University of Winchester rock band is making a name for itself and has reached the quarter finals of a competition in which the prize is the chance to play at a top music festival. Read more

Young singers in a group by old buildings in city centre pedestrian precinct

Press Release02/05/2024

Tune up for musical month of May

May is set to be a busy month for student musicians at the University of Winchester who will be performing music of all kinds at a number of public concerts. Read more

Head shots of man woman man

Press Release24/04/2024

Meet our new Pro-Chancellors

The University of Winchester has announced the appointment of three new Pro-Chancellors who bring with them an array of experience and achievements in the fields of commerce, the media, history and the military. Read more

Man with trophy forming the letters 'PQ'

Press Release23/04/2024

Lim named Public Sector Lecturer of the Year at Accounting awards

Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance at the University of Winchester Lim Teoh was named Public Sector Lecturer of the Year at the 2024 PQ Magazine Awards. Read more

Cover of report showing a young girl playing in woodland

Press Release26/04/2024

Winchester study will help education charity improve its impact

A charity which provides alternative education opportunities for disadvantaged young people in Hampshire has praised a new study into its work by academics at the University of Winchester. Read more

Line up of people at certificate presentation

Press Release23/04/2024

Accreditation gives Marketing students a head start

Students studying marketing at the University of Winchester will be able fast track their professional development as their courses have been granted accreditation by a leading professional body. Read more

Students with camera equipment

Press Release17/04/2024

Student team vital to running of city's Books Festival

Students from the University of Winchester are one of the stories behind this year’s Winchester Books Festival (19-21 April). Read more

Press Release15/04/2024

Campaign highlights success stories of students who were first in family to attend university

The extraordinary success of student from the University of Winchester who was the first in their family to attend university is being highlighted in a new national campaign, led by Universities UK. Read more

A busy nightime street scene in Tokyo. Images of people and cars moving are blurred

Blog17/04/2024

Japan's move away from negative interest rates is not enough to strengthen the Yen

Ending negative interest rates not enough to strengthen the Yen Read more

Press Release11/04/2024

Winchester hosts research festival

The University of Winchester is hosting a two-day event for doctoral students focusing on ways they can develop their research skills and broaden their horizons beyond academia. Read more

Two tigers in a cage

Press Release11/04/2024

Study supports Packham's concerns about circus tigers' welfare

A major scientific study by academics at the University of Winchester has vindicated naturalist and TV presenter Chris Packham’s claims that life in a travelling circus is harmful to tigers. Read more

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Press Release13/03/2026

Creative Writing student Gabriel creates a dystopian future for his first novel

A University of Winchester Creative Writing student has published a novel set in a dystopian future. Gabriel Webster’s ‘Devotion’ is a coming-of-age story whose central character Hector goes from innocent seven-year-old to vengeful vigilante. Read more