The Big Tidy up was a huge success with over 30 students who turned out, donned their volunteer bibs, picked up bags and littler picks and grouped into three teams to disperse into the local area for the big clean up! Trevor Lynas, Winchesters Neighbourhood Services Officer was 'pleased to report that we have since had a couple of happy residents call the council to thank everyone involved with this initiative!' Not only did we manage to make a difference within the community but students were able to experience a volunteering event and earn free entry into Bop that night.
Throughout the week the Winchester Spirits Cheerleading team managed to raise over £600 through cake sales, guessing teddy names, how many sweets in the jar and encouraging people to fill in the Naomi House Logo with their spare change.
Thursday played host to the Student Union's first ever RAG Rocks event, an evening filled with entertainment, live music acts and waxing rugby boys. The Cheerleading team, Dance Squad and Capoeira society showcased their talents to the audience whilst the Netball team sold wax strips in preparation for the arrival of the rugby team who were sat down with fear in their eyes as everyone took to the stage with their strips to de-hair, legs, chests, backs and even armpits. After music from The Grenades, the evening ended with everyone taking part in learning some Zumba moves, look out for videos and photos of even the guys strutting their stuff.
Thank you to all the students, societies and clubs that attended this weeks events, took part and helped to raise money for RAG week!