1. WIHEA at 10: Building Educational Excellence Through Partnership

In this first episode of Inside WIHEA, Dr Tom Ritchie speaks to Jess Humphreys, Director of the Warwick International Higher Education Academy (WIHEA) to explore what makes it unique in the higher education landscape.Fresh from celebrating their 10th anniversary, Jess reflects on a record-breaking year in 2024-25, with 46 new Fellows, including 16 students who led projects on AI in education, inclusive learning spaces, and doctoral communities. Jess explains how WIHEA's Learning Circles are driving institutional change, from anti-racist pedagogy to building belonging, and pedagogies of public and community engagement. The conversation explores WIHEA's expanding partnerships with Leeds Institute for Teaching Excellence and Exeter Education Incubator, revealing how these collaborations are creating sector-wide impact. Jess also shares her vision for the future, including international opportunities and the power of staff-student partnership in transforming educational excellence. Discover how WIHEA is redefining what higher education can achieve in partnership working.Inside WIHEAExploring educational excellence through genuine collaboration between staff and students. A University of Warwick WIHEA PodcastThis podcast series was developed by Dr Tom Ritchie in partnership with the Warwick International Higher Education Academy (WIHEA). WIHEA is the UK's first institutional academy dedicated to advancing learning and teaching excellence through meaningful partnerships between educators and students, all united by their commitment to 'Learning Beyond Boundaries.'This podcast is designed to take listeners behind the scenes of WIHEA's transformative work, sharing the stories, strategies, and successes that are reshaping higher education. We want to showcase the collaborative innovation happening at the University of Warwick to inspire educators, students, and institutions worldwide.Join each month for in-depth conversations with WIHEA Fellows, alumni, and partners as we explore:Learning Beyond Boundaries: How cross-disciplinary collaboration enhances student opportunities. Innovative Pedagogies: From compassionate teaching to AI-enhanced education. Partnership in Practice: Real stories of staff-student collaboration and co-creation. Global Connections: How WIHEA's work influences higher education internationally.If you want to join the podcast as a guest or learn more about WIHEA, contact [email protected].