The University of Exeter won the Creativity in Catering and Retail category for its innovative repurposing of an unused Nat West bank branch into a vibrant street food hub that has become a favourite spot for students. The award earns the University of Exeter a place on a TUCO international study tour.
The CUBO Awards took place on 6th July in the University of Glasgow’s Bute Hall during CUBO’s summer conference. In the Business Partnership of the Year category, the University of Manchester won for its gift and merchandise offering.
Chair of the 2023 judging panel, Jane Donachy said: “University commercial services are an essential part of the student’s life, with most of their personal time being spent in halls, retail outlets, cafes, and canteens. It is a place for them to call home, make lifelong friends and memories.
“The awards are critical to motivative and reward hard-working staff in the commercial areas within the context of the wider university. You cannot underestimate the buzz and encouragement winning an award gives the teams that work tirelessly to improve the student experience.”
Outgoing CUBO board members Richard Kington and Jane Donachy were recognised for their outstanding contribution to CUBO and higher education professional services.
The 2023 CUBO Award winners include:
- Creativity in Catering and Retail: University of Exeter
- Business Partnership of the Year Award: University of Manchester and Infinity Inc
- Best Residence Life Experience: University of Nottingham
- Excellence in Student Sports Experience: University of Exeter
- Innovation in Student Housing Award: University of the Arts London (UAL)
- Innovation in Student Experience: University of Essex
- Creativity in Conferencing, Events and Hospitality: Keele University Events & Conferencing
- Best Marketing Campaign: University of Leeds
- Campus Experience of the Year: Royal Holloway, University of London