Dan Bloomer

A former Stourport High School & Sixth Form student says receiving a prestigious scholarship award at university has motivated him to try and replicate his success next year. 

Dan Bloomer, now a Sport and Exercise Science student at the University of Worcester, has been awarded a £1,000 Academic Scholarship Award from the University of Worcester for excellent achievement in his studies. 

“This has served as a reminder that my hard work isn’t in vain,” said Dan. “Hard work accumulates to reward me in the future, and I’m extremely proud of myself for achieving top grades.” 

Dan, 20, plans to put the money towards the cost of replacing his car. 

Scholarships and prizes at the University of Worcester are supported by generous philanthropists, including the University’s distinguished Honorary Fellows, local employers and many successful graduates of the University. 

Staff at the University have also been raising funds for scholarship and hardship support as part of the University’s two-year Anniversaries Campaign, celebrating 20 years since gaining full university status in 2005, and 80 years since being founded as an emergency teacher training college in 1946. 

“Worcester offered so many opportunities and connections in the field of sport and exercise science, that other universities didn’t offer,” said Dan. “Also, my mother studied at the University of Worcester, and I always had in mind how positively she spoke about her experience here.” 

Professor Sally Moyle, Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic at the University, said: “We are incredibly proud of the students who have received academic scholarships.”  

She added: “These awards demonstrate to potential employers the outstanding achievements of our students, while providing financial support and encouragement for those who’ve earned them.”