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ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ has partnered with UK-based philanthropic organisation, Martingale Foundation, to support the next generation of researchers in mathematics.

With a Clyde Higgs Scholarship, generously funded by the Elizabeth Creak Charitable Trust, Eva Collins (MSc Sustainable Crop Production: Agronomy for the 21st Century, 2026) was able to complete her Master’s at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ with a renewed sense of confidence in her ambitions.

ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ has received a significant philanthropic donation from G-Research, a leading quantitative research and technology firm, to support the next generation of statistical research talent.

On a visit to campus, Pamela Marlow’s goddaughter, Joanne, allowed us to get to know the woman whose legacy is supporting pioneering advances in endometriosis research and discover some of the reasons that lay behind her generous gift.

Powered by alumni support, the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Innovation Fund gives our students the opportunity to turn their ideas into action.

The ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Scholars Programme is an award-winning initiative that helps talented students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Thanks to your continued philanthropic support, ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ is forging collaborations rooted in equality and shared purpose.

With the Winter Olympics in full swing, Secretary General of the World Curling Federation, Colin Grahamslaw reflects on his time at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ.

With a ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Global Excellence Scholarship, Amy Fong (BSc Accounting and Finance, 2025) made the most of her ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ experience.

Whether ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ launched your journey or remains part of it today, your support matters. To showcase its impact, we brought together ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ alumnus and loyal donor, Dr Gerry Frizzelle, with ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Scholar Ambassador, Gabriela Jozefowicz, to reflect on how giving transforms futures.

When alum Pamela chose to leave a gift in her will to ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ, she may never have imagined how impactful her generosity would become.

Driven by a passion for solving real-world problems, Joe spent nearly nine years at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ and has just graduated from his PhD researching scalable cost-efficient AI – all thanks to the Feuer International Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence, generously funded by ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ alum Jonathan Feuer.

Roger began his studies in 1966 as part of the University’s second ever cohort. His ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ experience, not only as a graduate, but also as a volunteer, has inspired him to support future generations of students.

A team of dedicated ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ staff, students, alumni, and supporters have raised £1,724 for local learning centre IntoUniversity Coventry.

Growing up, opportunities were limited for Krish. With tough financial conditions, he often shared a room with four other family members and moved homes frequently. But with hard work, resilience, and vital scholarship support, he’s now pursuing all possibilities open to him at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Business School.

In Year 8, Gabriela set her sights on ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ, a dream that seemed out of reach. But through the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Scholars access programme, Gabriela was given a chance – coupled with her enthusiastic determination, she’s never looked back. Her confidence has grown with every step and it’s all thanks to supporters like you.

Only 14% of care leavers under 19 will go on to university. The odds may have been against Keeley, but, through determination and talent, along with the support of alumni like you, she’s taking her first steps into higher education at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ.

Thanks to your incredible support, more than £150,000 has been raised to support students at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ this academic year. You may have spoken to one of our callers and heard about the difference alumni support makes to student lives.

As ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ celebrates its 60th anniversary, you're invited to look back at the vital role you have all played in shaping our journey. Over the past six decades, your generosity - our alumni, donors, supporters, and volunteers - has fuelled scholarships, research, and campus transformation, ensuring ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ has quickly grown into one of the leading universities in the world.

Inspired by her parents’ dedication as teachers, Yuki Chan, a second-year PhD student, made the bold decision to leave the comfort of her home in Hong Kong and embark on an academic journey through a global lens.

Your support is empowering our students. Through your kind-hearted donations, you’re enabling students from all backgrounds to access work experience that will help them define their personal career path.

The generosity of your alumni and supporter community is driving lasting change – empowering students and advancing vital research. You’re helping us break down barriers to higher education, enrich students’ experience, and fund innovative research with global impact. Thank you.

Philanthropist, published author, and engineer, Dr Nick Donofrio (Hon Doctor of Science, 2002), spent 44 years at IBM including as Executive Vice President of Innovation and Technology, leading numerous transformational strategies and initiatives across the company.

A trip to Ghana through ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ in Africa prompted alum, Soumya Dabriwal (BSc Economics, 2016), to make a difference and set up Project Baala to trans form menstrual health and hygiene practises for women and girls in rural areas in India

IntoUniversity’s mission is to raise the aspirations of young people from the poorest homes across the UK. Statistically, these students underperform at school, they are less likely to go to university, and have little chance of breaking the cycle of poverty.

ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ in partnership with IntoUniversity aims to challenge this in Coventry.

Find out more about how alumni and friends’ support made an impact on Giving Day.

Giving Day 2022, the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ community’s annual online fundraising challenge, was a great success, with 260 of you raising £182,673.75 for students, research and the arts at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ.

Philanthropist Doug Miller, who with his wife Audrey founded the Multicultural Scholars Programme here at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ, has created a global venture philanthropy network with more than 1,000 members and 100 team members across four continents.

Professor Sudhesh Kumar is Dean of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Medical School (WMS) and a clinical endocrinologist by background (treating diseases related to hormone problems). He also has several other external roles in the NHS. Sudhesh is passionate about supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue a medical career.

ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ Scholar and student, Ruth Adesanya is studying at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte, USA.

Professor Davies will provide strategic direction for the programme with a particular focus on monitoring and enhancing the impact the programme has on both our partners in Africa, and our ÌÒÉ«ÊÓƵ staff and students volunteers.