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A collage photo showing an image of Michelle Poole wearing glasses and smiling next to an image of James Dornot wearing a black Driven By Us t-shirt and glasses while also smiling

15
Apr

First generation Coventry University students chosen...

The extraordinary success of students from Coventry University who were the first in their families to attend university is being highlighted in a new national campaign...

James Dornor with his letter from Rishi Sunak

19
Dec

Coventry engineering graduate receives prestigious...

A Coventry University engineering graduate has been recognised by the Prime Minister for creating a safe space for employees from ethnic minority backgrounds and women...

Matt Lowe wearing his Accrington Stanley kit while stood with the one of the stands from the stadium behind him

25
Sep

Professional footballer with Wembley experience says...

A professional footballer says that going to Coventry University when he was unsure what his future would hold was the “best thing I have ever done”.

10
Aug

Strongman Joe dreams of Wales title one day

Dragging an eight-tonne truck may not be everyone’s idea of fun, but it’s all in a day’s work for Coventry University graduate Joe Roberts in his quest to one day be...

Lynval Golding of The Specials in his graduation gown and holding his Honorary Doctorate awarded by Coventry University

18
Jul

The Specials legend dedicates Honorary Doctorate from...

The Specials legend Lynval Golding has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Coventry University

The Specials guitarist Lynval Golding stood outside Coventry Cathedral

14
Jul

The Specials legend to get Honorary Doctorate from...

Coventry musical legend Lynval Golding will be honoured by Coventry University for his contribution to music and the fight against discrimination over the years.

Coventry University graduate Ian James is now in charge of McLaren Racing's Formula E team

09
May

Coventry University graduate now in charge of McLaren...

The man leading McLaren Racing’s latest charge in the world of motorsport began his journey at Coventry University.

Jack Reacher author Lee Child received an Honorary Doctorate from Coventry University at a ceremony at Coventry Cathedral

31
Mar

Jack Reacher author Lee Child receives Honorary...

Jack Reacher novelist Lee Child praised students after receiving an Honorary Doctorate from Coventry University.

Coventry University graduate Alexandra Sasha Balan was part of the team behind the film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse which won an Oscar. She is pictured with her partner Jan Flisek-Boyle.

17
Mar

Coventry University graduate wins Oscar award for...

A Coventry University graduate says it is “insane” that she has become an Oscar and BAFTA award winner.

Sinead Ouillon with her husband and two sons.

17
Aug

How Clearing and her migrant roots inspired CTPSR...

For Sinead, the inspiration behind setting up FabLab, which is backed by the University’s Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations (CTPSR) and Coventry City Council,...

Shaniece Martin posing in front of a colourful mural

20
May

Coventry University graduate to showcase powerful...

A PhD student at Coventry University is preparing to showcase her powerful poetry at the city’s Central Library in a bid to help under-represented communities feel heard...

Coventry University graduate demonstrates CarryBags app in use at local store

17
Mar

Coventry University graduates set to combine best of...

Two Coventry University graduates have teamed up to produce an innovative new app that combines the benefits of in-store shopping with the convenience of home delivery.