On 12 October, hardy fund-raisers from the University, Colleges businesses from across the county supported the Oxfordshire Homeless Movement at this year’s CEO Sleepout, hosted by Univ at our sports ground on Abingdon Road.

Amongst those braving the (extreme) elements for the night was Angela Unsworth, Univ’s Domestic Bursar, who said: “I am so grateful to the College, in particular to the Groundsman Robbie Eason and to the Chefs Darren Lomas and Paul Moloney for their outstanding support on what was the worst night of the year weather wise. The heavens practically shed a month’s worth of rain overnight, but a dry pavilion, a ready supply of tea throughout the night and a good breakfast kept morale high. Such a night really brought home just why we were doing what we were doing! £75,000 later I am so grateful to my wonderful colleagues from Univ who braved the elements – thank you”

Beard Construction and SDC, who are working on the Univ North development, also committed to inclusive recruitment practices and participated in the CEO Sleepout.

Find out more about the CEO Sleepout.

Published: 6 November 2023

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