Join us for an inspiring evening as we follow in the footsteps of the University's Vice Chancellor, Professor David Green CBE DL, as he shares stories, photos and practical insights from his recent 280km pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago.
Book your place online via our booking form.
There is no charge to attend but the suggested minimum donation is £20 per ticket.
You can donate via JustGiving. Gift Aid will be eligible on donations for this event.
In this special fundraising event, David will be interviewed by former BBC journalist Justyn Surrall, and joined by special guest Summer Green, the UK’s first official ambassador of the Camino de Santiago.
Donations made during the ticket booking process and on the evening itself will go towards establishing a new Joel Richards Scholarship Fund, helping to create opportunities for University of Worcester students.
Complimentary churros and hot chocolate will be served.
Please confirm your place by Wednesday 29 October.
If you are unable to join us but would still like to make a donation, you can book a non-attendance ticket and make a donation via the JustGiving page, or contact us on 01905 855141 or via rsvp@worc.ac.uk to discuss further.
The Joel Richards Scholarship Fund
All proceeds from the evening will go towards establishing a new scholarship fund, named in honour of Joel Richards.
Joel was a cherished member of our community when, at just 19, he became the youngest victim of the Sousse massacre in 2015, in which his uncle and grandfather were also murdered. Joel had just successfully completed his second year at the University of Worcester at the time of the attacks. Owen, Joel’s younger brother, survived and was commended for his bravery by the coroner. Owen subsequently studied at and graduated from the University of Worcester.
The Joel Richards Scholarship Fund will help students at the University of Worcester who are struggling to pay fees for courses and national qualifications in such fields as sports coaching, refereeing, tutoring and other valuable areas which support student and graduate employability. Refereeing courses can cost £150-£300 to undertake. This new Scholarship will enable students at the University of Worcester to apply for funding to cover the cost of these courses.
The Fund will also support students in need from Joel’s schools who come to study at the University (St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School and Wood Green Academy in Wednesbury).