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From 1st March, booking onto our online events will be even smoother 😎 After registering on the website, you’ll receive an iCal (.ics) file with your booking confirmation, which you can simply open and add directly to your calendar. The confirmation email and calendar event will include the Microsoft Teams link needed to join the meeting, without having to wait for your invite. This update means we’ll no longer be sending manual Teams invites, so be sure to check your confirmation email and open that iCals file. We hope this makes it easier for you to keep track of your bookings, and look forward to seeing you at an event soon!

CUBO Benchmarking Report 2025 – Online Launch Event 📊 Join us on 30th April for the exclusive online launch of this year's CUBO Benchmarking Report, where we’ll unveil the latest insights into commercial and campus services across UK and Ireland universities. 📅 Date: Wednesday 30th April 📍 Location: Online (MS Teams) 🕙 Time: 1 – 2pm James Ellerby from Russell Partnership Collection will present key findings from this year’s research, offering insights into sector trends, financial challenges and opportunities for growth. With data from 61 universities, representing 1 in 3 institutions, this is a highly valuable benchmarking tool for commercial services in higher education. Come along and gain data-driven insights to help your institution navigate the evolving HE landscape. Register here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDtM9YF4 #CommercialServices #HigherEducation #Benchmarking

📢Deadline Extended! If you’ve not had a chance to submit your nominations for this year’s CUBO Residence Life Star Awards, we have good news! You now have until midday on Monday to finish your applications and recognise the outstanding individuals and teams making a difference in residence life. 📆New deadline: 12pm, Monday 31st March Remember there are FIVE categories this year, giving you the chance to shine a spotlight on more impactful work and exceptional colleagues than ever before. Nominate your ResLife stars now 👉 https://lnkd.in/edyxEHyG #CUBOResLife #Awards #ResidenceLife #Recognition

🏢 Calling all PBSA professionals! Did you know that you are welcome to attend the CUBO Residence Life Conference? If you work in purpose-built student accommodation and want to stay ahead of the curve in supporting student wellbeing and operational excellence, then this conference is for you. Colleagues from institutions across the UK and Ireland will come together at the University of Nottingham in May for: ✅ Expert insights on relevant topics including neurodiversity, sexual consent and mental wellbeing for residents AND staff teams ✅ Engaging workshops with thematic pathways, to tailor your learning to your professional development goals ✅ Networking with colleagues from universities, accommodation providers, and sector experts ✅ A deep dive on demonstrating the impact of residence life programmes ✅ The CUBO Residence Life Star Awards celebration! We’d love to see you there! Early bird tickets are available until 5th April 👉 https://lnkd.in/dVn-q8et #PBSA #StudentAccommodation #ResidenceLife #CUBOResLife #Networking Unite Students Collegiate UK iQ Student Accommodation urbanest

If you work in HE soft facilities management, we hope you’ll join us for the first meeting of the new CUBO Soft FM special interest group. With David Berry leading as group Chair, the meeting will be held online on Thursday 10th April, providing a space to connect and share knowledge and best practice. This first meeting will be a key opportunity to help shape the group’s priorities for 2025/26 🧭 Find out more and register your place 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDParAk8 #SoftFM #Networking #CampusServices

Have you booked your place at the 2025 CUBO Residence Life Conference yet? 👀 This year, we’re making it even easier for delegates to curate their learning experience with brand new thematic workshop pathways. Instead of selecting workshops at random, you can now follow a structured pathway that aligns with your interests and development goals. The four pathways are: ✨ Student Staff Journey – Supporting student leaders from recruitment to development 💙 Student Support & Wellbeing – Strategies to promote mental health and wellbeing 🎉 Events Planning – Creating impactful, inclusive student events 📈 Getting with the Program – Managing residence life programs in a changing world With four workshop slots, you can mix and match or focus on one theme – whatever works best for you. 📅 7-8 May 2025 | 📍 University of Nottingham Find out more about the workshops on offer and book your place 👉 https://lnkd.in/dVn-q8et #CUBOResLife #ResidenceLife #StudentSupport #ProfessionalDevelopment 

How can AI enhance efficiency in university accommodation services? 🤔 Join us on 2nd April for an exclusive CUBO online round table in partnership with Hallpad, where we will explore how AI-powered features within Hallpad could streamline administrative tasks, optimise room allocations and enhance student experience. We’ll hear from the team at HallPad as they share the latest trends and insights and discuss practical applications of AI in shaping the future of smart student accommodation. 👉 Book now to receive the MS Teams link: https://lnkd.in/eN5h_vVy Lloyd Cowburn Laura Walker #StudentExperience #AI #StudentAccommodation #CampusServices

⏳ One week to go! ⏳ The deadline for the 2025 CUBO ResLife Star Awards is fast approaching - get your nominations in by 27th March! Take this opportunity to recognise the incredible individuals and teams working in residence life who go above and beyond to create supportive and thriving student communities. 🏆 New categories this year: 🌟 Community Team of the Year 🌟 Res Life Award of Excellence - University-owned Accommodation 🌟 Res Life Award of Excellence - PBSA Winners will be celebrated at the CUBO ResLife Star Awards Night on 7th May. Our fabulous 2024 winners are pictured below with awards host Charity Shop Sue, and their well deserved trophies! The spotlight is yours! Nominate your Residence Life Stars here 👉 https://lnkd.in/edyxEHyG #CUBOResLifeAwards #ResidenceLife #StudentExperience #ResLife #Awards

We are thrilled to welcome eRezLife Software as our newest CUBO Gold Partner 🎉 eRezLife is the all-in-one housing accommodation and residence life system designed by professionals with real experience in the sector. The eRezLife platform is an extension of your team, transforming student affairs, campus life, and residential operations for HE institutions with easy-to-use software that delivers seamless management, trend tracking, and student monitoring 📊 Offering solutions for institutions of all sizes, eRezLife will work with you to meet the needs of your university without breaking the budget. Find out more about eRezLife and how they can simplify your housing management: https://lnkd.in/eCEah8QP #CUBOPartner #ResidenceLife #StudentHousing #Student Experience

Our delegates have arrived for this year's Aspiring Directors Course at Halifax Hall. Our innovative and bespoke programme is led by the fantastic Julie Chew of The Learning Train. All learning sessions have specific relevance to the operational challenges facing universities.  Over the next two days, delegates will cover topics including core leadership competencies, techniques for leading strategic planning and influencing others, understanding organisational behaviour and change management. We've had over 60 members take this course who have emerged more capable, confident and sought after, with a clear plan for achieving career success. Good luck to everyone taking part in this year's programme!