Annual RAG Day unites students and staff across UCS College Group

Students and staff from across UCS College Group came together for the annual RAG Day (Raise and Give), a vibrant celebration of fundraising, creativity and community spirit, raising thousands in support of the charities sponsored by each college throughout the year.

Colleges were filled with colour and energy as students and staff dressed up in themed costumes of their choice, transforming the day into a lively showcase of imagination and teamwork. Alongside the fancy dress, a packed programme of fundraising activities ran throughout the day and in the weeks leading up to the event.

Activities included a human fruit machine, 9 dart challenge, Mystic Irons fortune-telling, drag racing, escape rooms, raffles, and the ever-popular Ragapalooza, with even more student-led activities designed to raise money for good causes.

Each college within the UCS College Group proudly fundraised for a dedicated charity:

• Bridgwater College supported Anthony Nolan, helping save the lives of people with blood cancer and blood disorders.
• Taunton College raised funds for Stand Against Violence, a charity working to prevent violence and support young people affected by it.
• Cannington College sponsored the RSPCA, supporting animal welfare and rescue.
• Strode College fundraised for BIBIC, a charity supporting children and young people with brain injuries and developmental needs.

RAG Day is an annual highlight in the college calendar, giving students the opportunity to take the lead on planning and delivering activities, while strengthening connections with charities that make a meaningful difference both locally and nationally.

Funds raised from RAG Day will support each college’s chosen charity throughout the year, reinforcing UCS College Group’s commitment to social responsibility and community impact.

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