Black Sport Collective

The Black Sport Collective helps bring together black students at the University who are interested in sport and fitness at all levels and provides a support system to inspire and motivate students to excel.

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What does the Black Sport Collective do?

Driven by our Black Student Sport Officer and student ambassadors, our Black Sport Collective aims to:

  • Celebrate the achievements of black students within sport at the University of Nottingham.
  • Highlight the stories and achievements of black people in sport to inspire the next generation of athletes, leaders and sports industry professionals at the University of Nottingham. 
  • Develop partnerships with organisations and societies to offer additional opportunities for black students through sport and leadership. 

How can I get involved with the Black Sport Collective?

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To receive updates on our Black Sport Collective work, opportunities, events and more, join our Whatsapp community here.

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Get in touch with Derrick Osaze, Black Student Sport Officer, at derrick.osaze@nottingham.ac.uk

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Get in touch with Edwin Kwakye, our Black Student Sport ambassador, at mzyek14@exmail.nottingham.ac.uk

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Get in touch with Nia Jackson, Black Student Sport Ambassador, at ppynj1@nottingham.ac.uk

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Latest opportunities

The Black Sport Collective brings together a range of opportunities for black students at the University - both sporting and non-sporting. Please see below for the latest on offer.

BSC Just Play Fund

The 'BSC Just Play Fund' is a fund has been put in place by the Black Sport Collective and UoN Sport to get more Black Students Active.

If approved, the 'BSC Just Play Fund will grant the student vouchers to attend x3 Just Play Sessions of your choice for FREE within a given time period!

To be Eligible for the Fund you must be:

  • Black Student (e.g. Black, Mixed, Black British, Caribbean or African)
  • Undergraduate Student
  • Must not have a UoN Sports Membership or Active Living Package

To receive the Just Play vouchers;

  1. You must have a activated free account with UoN Sport
  2. If you don't have this account, please click this link to create one
  3. Once activated, please complete this form.

The Black Student Spotlight

"The Black Student Spotlight" is a 5-part celebration series led by our BSC Student Ambassadors; recognising the outstanding achievements of Black Students at the University of Nottingham.

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Join one of our free events

Our Black Sport Collective team will be running a range of free events throughout the year including talks, workshops and drop in sessions. Everyone is welcome - you don't need to be involved in sport already to join us!

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University of Nottingham societies

The University of Nottingham has a wide range of societies available for students to get involved with. Check out the links below for more information. 

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Nigerian Students Society

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Ghanaian Students Society

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East African Society

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Sudanese Society