Univarsity Triumphs at London Sport Awards 2024: A Milestone for Student Wellbeing
Sam Court - Co-Founder (left), Andy Owusu - LSBU (centre), Tom Abrahams Co-Founder (right)
In an electrifying evening that saw the convergence of innovation, dedication, and the spirited heart of London's sports community, Univarsity emerged as the winner of the Digital and Tech Innovation Award!
The London Sport Awards 2024, supported by the City of London Corporation, marked its seventh edition by celebrating those who have tirelessly worked to elevate the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of Londoners. This year, amid an assembly of remarkable talents and projects, Univarsity was triumphant on the night, underscoring our pioneering approach to intertwining student well-being with academic success.
The Univarsity and LSBU partnership team alongside the judges
The groundbreaking collaboration with London South Bank University (LSBU) has set a new benchmark in how we perceive and harness the synergy between physical activity and academic performance. Initially set up to support the 'Proactive and Preventative Interventions for Black Students' project, Univarsity’s work alongside LSBU has been centred around providing better opportunities for positive university lifestyles and healthy habits in underserved communities in higher education. By developing bespoke, relatable content directly on LSBU's campus, featuring familiar faces and locations, the project delivered an inclusive and personalised entry into the countless benefits of exercise, not just for the body, but crucially, for the mind.
The YouPlus App, the cornerstone of this collaboration, exemplifies how targeted, inclusive initiatives can create a bridge to better physical wellbeing, mental health, and academic performance, even in the hardest-to-engage students. This first-of-its-kind product does not merely suggest a link between exercise and academic performance—it vividly demonstrates it, offering students a tailored pathway to enhanced mental acuity in areas vitial for learning.
This achievement at the London Sport Awards 2024 is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and partnership that define Univarsity and our partners LSBU. It acknowledges our commitment to breaking new ground alongside innovative institutions, where the power of physical activity is leveraged to transform the student experience.
You can see the other winners from the night here, alongside our submission video.
Univarsity extends its deepest gratitude to the City of London Corporation, London Sport, LSBU, and everyone involved in the London Sport Awards. This recognition fuels our passion and determination to continue our work, pushing the boundaries of what we can achieve together for the betterment of students' lives across London and beyond.
You can get in touch with the founding team here for more on how YouPlus could tackle student wellbeing and success at your institution.
