Wolverhampton “Spruce Up” to give warm welcome to prospective students

The University of Wolverhampton is taking part in a city centre “Spruce Up” on 3 and 4 July.

The community litter pick is an initiative between Enjoy Wolverhampton Business Improvement District (BID), University of Wolverhampton, Barclays, and the Wolves Foundation.

The “Spruce Up” coincides with the University’s summer open day on 5 July, which is expected to attract 2400 visitors into the city and campuses.

The focus is on the city centre and routes connecting City Campus and Springfield Campus.

Students from the University will also be given the opportunity to volunteer.

Sara Aslett, Business Development Manager at the University of Wolverhampton, said: “The spruce up is an opportunity for both our staff and students to feel part of the wider community and to make a positive impact on their home or adoptive home.”

City of Wolverhampton Council is also supporting the event by providing equipment and guidance.

Cherry Shine, managing director of Enjoy Wolverhampton BID said “For many young people, university is their first real experience of independence.

Whether they’re new to Wolverhampton or they’ve chosen to study close to home, we want to give them a warm welcome and make the best impression.

We’ve previously coordinated spruce ups and they’re a great way for our city’s organisations to work together and feel pride in the city centre.”

Barclays staff have previously been involved in a city centre spruce up.

Kate Billingham, Barclays’ local specialist for Wolverhampton, said: “The city spruce up is a fantastic way for the team to engage with the community and make a positive impact on our shared environment.”

The Wolverhampton City Spruce Up takes place 8am-9am and 5pm-6pm, on 3 and 4 July.

If you would like to get involved, contact Shaun Boyce at Enjoy Wolverhampton BID for more information: shaun@wolverhamptonbid.co.uk

To explore courses, and book onto the next undergraduate or postgraduate Open Day on 5 July, visit wlv.ac.uk.