Amro Maraqa

Myanmar earthquake – a nation in crisis amid catastrophe

On March 28 2025, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck through the heart of Myanmar and Thailand. It was the most powerful earthquake in the region since 1912, devastating central regions like Mandalay and Sagaing. With over 3,600 people already confirmed dead, more than 5,000 injured, and hundreds still missing, the...
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Posted May. 1, 2025

Higher tuition fees and more government support needed to protect universities, education chiefs warn

Leading education groups have called on the Government to further increase university funding, warning that current measures do not go far enough to save cash-strapped institutions from collapse.  Earlier this month, university presidents from across the UK highlighted the financial struggles faced by institutions at hearings of the House of...
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Posted Apr. 23, 2025

Future climate leaders attend Warwick’s Sustainability Training Academy in Venice

Future climate leaders attended Warwick’s Sustainability Training Academy (STA) in Venice from 30 March to 5 April 2025, aimed at equipping them with the necessary tools for successful environmental action. Focusing on the advancement of interdisciplinary research, the STA intends to ensure activists and leaders are able to combat the...
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Posted Apr. 21, 2025

University of Warwick named amongst top 30 ‘most international’ universities in the world

The University of Warwick has ranked 27th on Times Higher Education’s 2025 list of “the world’s most international universities”, based on data from its World University Rankings.  The ranking highlights Warwick’s influence on an international scale and its reputation for excellent research and world-class teaching.   In 2025, the University...
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Posted Apr. 6, 2025

Is Serbia one of the most underrated destinations for students?

Serbia, a country located in southeastern Europe, has a rich culture and history. Serbia is often overlooked by UK university students when deciding their next holiday destination. But why? University students typically tend to be on a certain budget that cannot be exceeded, especially home students on a student loan....
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Posted Mar. 24, 2025

Three Warwickshire Police officers suspended after being accused of sending “inappropriate” text messages

Three Warwickshire Police officers have been suspended after allegations that they sent inappropriate messages over WhatsApp. The incidents occurred from 10 February, 2025 until 12 February, 2025. Warwickshire Police disclosed that the suspensions were linked to an ongoing internal investigation already happening. A spokesperson for the force said: “The suspensions...
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Posted Mar. 6, 2025

SU Spring Elections 2025 Interviews: Muneeba Amjad, President

In the run-up to the Warwick Students’ Union (SU) Spring Elections, The Boar and RAW 1251AM collaborated to offer all Full-Time Officer (FTO) candidates the opportunity to be interviewed. Muneeba Amjad, current Vice President for Education, and one of four candidates running for President of the SU, was interviewed by student media...
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Posted Mar. 4, 2025