FF15 presents University Challenge
Connecting education with industry.
What is University Challenge?
University Challenge invites teams of three to six students currently enrolled in event management courses to create, plan, and deliver a real-life charity event in support of industry fundraising body Meeting Needs.
What Do Student's Receive on University Challenge?
- Mentorship: Each team will be paired with an experienced FF15 mentor to guide them.
- Industry Training: Participants will receive professional training on Cvent’s event registration system, gaining hands-on experience.
- Seed Funding: Approved teams will be granted seed funding to help bring their ideas to life.
- Prizes: The winning team will earn £1,000, exclusive mentoring sessions with Fay Sharpe and industry leaders, plus invitations to prestigious industry events.
The 2025 Winners
Team “Bark in the Park” won the first year of FF15 presents University Challenge.
Bark in the Park was delivered by Cerys Dutton, Jessica Brownell-Burgess and Maisie Bushell, third-year students on the BA (Hons) Event Management course at Sheffield Hallam University.
Bark in the Park was a “doggy extravaganza” that promises guests and their dogs a fun, rewarding day of competitions, doggy-related activities, insightful talks, food and stalls.
The student teams have delivered a variety of events, including dog shows, 80's themed parties, charity sales, and fashion shows!
