latest updates

News from ourselves, student groups and the uni

Updates can include changes happening at the SU, advice and support for your time at University and success stories from student groups in activities they are taking part in.

SU summer opening and closing times and available support

Written by: UPSU

Thu 01 Jun 2023

Moving out your student home? Some things to keep in mind...

Written by: SU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

Tue 30 May 2023

Important information on the Summer Ball tickets: be aware of scams

Written by: UPSU

Tue 30 May 2023

Biodiversity Photography Competition: The Results

Written by: UPSU https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/students-and-family/sustainability

Tue 30 May 2023

Don't dump your kitchen goods, donate them!

Written by: UPSU

Fri 26 May 2023

Do you need some extra industry experience? Check out bite-size summer internships

Written by: UPSU

Fri 26 May 2023

Access on Campus during the set up for and during the Summer Ball

Written by: UPSU

Fri 26 May 2023

University of Plymouth Student Groups Raise Nearly 10k for the Movember Appeal

Written by: UPSU

Tue 23 May 2023

Looking after number one and prioritising your mental health

Written by: UPSU

Tue 23 May 2023

UPRC Complete a 48hr Charity Row

Written by: University of Plymouth Rowing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/rowing/

Mon 22 May 2023

Finding your Postgraduate community: social events and support services

Written by: UPSU

Mon 22 May 2023

UPVC Organise a Charity Volley Event to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Now

Written by: UPVC University of Plymouth Volleyball Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/volleyball/

Wed 17 May 2023

Students' Union Awards Night 2023

Written by: UPSU

Tue 16 May 2023

Celebrating the SSTAR Awards 2023 Winners

Written by: UPSU

Mon 15 May 2023

How to sleep better: 6 top tips

Written by: UPSU

Fri 12 May 2023

Smashing Your Exams! Our top tips for getting prepared for your exams and performing well on the day

Written by: UPSU

Fri 12 May 2023

A Successful Games Night at the SU

Written by: Joshua Borokinni, VP Wellbeing & Diversity

Thu 11 May 2023

Men's Health Meet-Up: an overview of the event

Written by: UPSU & Joshua Borokinni, VP Wellbeing & Diversity

Thu 11 May 2023

What is Mindfulness? Tips, Apps and Podcasts

Written by: UPSU

Thu 04 May 2023

UoP Student Chosen to Present Poster at The Royal Society of Medicine Conference

Written by: Rajeevlochan Ravi (BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

Thu 04 May 2023

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SU summer opening and closing times and available support

Written by: UPSU

Moving out your student home? Some things to keep in mind...

Written by: SU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

University of Plymouth Law Society Compete in the Negotiations Competition

Written by: the University of Plymouth Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

Plymouth Krakens Dip, Dodge and Dive into the BUCS Finals

Written by: Plymouth Krakens (Dodgeball Club) https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/krakens/

Important information on the Summer Ball tickets: be aware of scams

Written by: UPSU

Part-time Postgraduate Research Officer February Update

Written by: Ahmed Hammad, Part-time Postgraduate Research Officer

UPLS Host a Christmas Ball for Students, Lecturers and Professionals

Written by: University of Plymouth Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

Ultimate Frisbee Women's Regionals

Written by: Ultimate Frisbee https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ultimatefrisbee/

Don't dump your kitchen goods, donate them!

Written by: UPSU

LGBT+ History Month Update from your PT LGBT+ Officer

Written by: Robrt Nutkins, Part-time LGBT+ Officer

School of Society and Culture Rep February Update

Written by: Louis Wilson, School of Society and Culture Rep

The power of your potential, a unique lesson from my engineering class.

Written by: Mya Symister, SECAM School Representative

Part-time Postgraduate Research Officer Update

Written by: Ahmed Hammad, Part-time Postgraduate Research Officer

School of Art, Design and Architecture Rep Update November

Written by: Rob Dyson, School of Art, Design and Architecture Rep

Law Society Dance the Night Away at their Annual Law Ball

Written by: University of Plymouth Law Society

Plymouth Ultimate Frisbee Alumni Tournament

Written by: Ultimate Frisbee https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ultimatefrisbee/

Do you need some extra industry experience? Check out bite-size summer internships

Written by: UPSU

Considering a Green Career?

Written by: Careers Service https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/academic-services/careers-and-employability

Part-time Trans and Non- Binary Officer Update

Written by: Alex Griffin, Part-time Trans and Non-Binary Officer

Peninsula Medical School Rep Update

Written by: Marjolein Hewlett, Peninsula Medical School Rep

School of Biomedial Sciences Rep Update

Written by: Cheryl Addo-Quarshie, School of Biomedial Sciences Rep

The school Instagram page is now live!

Written by: Louis Wilson, School Repetitive for Society and Culture https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/societyculture/

School of Society and Culture Rep Update

Written by: Louis Wilson, School of Society and Culture Rep

Part-time BAME Officer Update

Written by:Tafadzwa Nyambuya, Part-time BAME Officer

School of Nursing and Midwifery Rep Update

Written by: Amy Bishop, School of Nursing and Midwifery Rep

Part-time LGBT+ Officer Update

Written by: Rob Nutkins, Part-time LGBT+ Officer

School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences Rep Update

Written by: Adam Holt, School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences Rep

Part-time Sports Officer Update

Written by: Al Joseph, Part-time Sports Officer

Plymouth Business School Rep Update

Written by: Nyerhovwo Akpoguma, School Rep for Plymoiuth Business School

Recognition Hours - CONGRATULATIONS

Written by: UPSU Volunteering https://www.upsu.com/volunteer/

A warm Welcome to our new Community Partner - Medical Detection Dogs

Written by: Volunteering Department https://www.upsu.com/volunteer/toolkit/provider/228/

I don't know how I got here but I'm having lots of fun.

Written by: Mya Symister, SECAM School Representative

Shipbroker Lecture

Written by: Shipping Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/pimsss/

Course Rep Talks and Drop-in Session

Written by: Rob Dyson, School Rep for Arts, Design and Architecture https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/artdesignarcschool/

RAG (Raise and Give) - Freshers Craft Sale

Written by: RAG (Raise and Give) https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

British Rowing Student Development Programme Camp 2022

Written by: Rowing https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/rowing/

BUCS Rowing Regatta 2022

Written by: Rowing https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/rowing/

Student Action for Refugees - Fundraising Success - Tote bag painting

Written by: Student Action for Refugees https://www.upsu.com/societies/12142/

UPFC host the first Callum Quartley Cup

Written by: Football, UPFC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/footballm/

Fencing Club raise over £1000 at their 24 hour Fence-A-Thon

Written by: Fencing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/fencing/

Law Society Win Careers.NET best social

Written By: UPLS, Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

University of Plymouth Yacht Club win silverware at this years yachting championships

Written by: Yacht Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/upyc/

The Law Society host their Annual Cheese & Wine Night

Written by: UPLS, Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

Congratulations, class of 2020, you are getting your Graduation.

Written by: Emi Dowse, UPSU President https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/president/

Ultimate Frisbee Women's Team at the Nationals!

Written by: UoP Ultimate Frisbee Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ultimatefrisbee/

University of Plymouth Student Groups Raise Nearly 10k for the Movember Appeal

Written by: UPSU

Ramadan 2023; Ramadan Mubarak

Written by: VP Wellbeing & Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

Student designed bin mural installed across campus

Written by: Mitch Laughton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

RAG Colombia Challenge Team Spin for Amnesty International

Written by: Raise & Give (RAG) https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

Sailing Club Races Toward Victory at the RORC Caribbean 600 Races

Written by: Sailing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/sailingpowerboat/

Indian Society Go Green and Raise Over £340 at their Colourful Holi Festival

Written by: Plymouth Indian Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/indiannetwork/

Access on Campus during the set up for and during the Summer Ball

Written by: UPSU

Student & Student Group of the Month: April 2022

Written by: Mads Morton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

Stress Less Campaign 2022 - VP Wellbeing and Diversity Statement

Written by: Fawziyahh Ahmed, VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

Plymouth RAG Presents: Take Me Out

Written by: Raise and Give https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

Meet Plymouth RAG - Raise and Give Society

Written By: Raise and Give https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

Biodiversity Photography Competition: The Results

Written by: UPSU https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/students-and-family/sustainability

Clay Pigeon Shooting Club get 'Flying Colours' in Gun Safety Training

Written by: Clay Pigeon Shooting Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/plymunishootingclub/

Plymouth Night Patrol Have a New Look!

Written by: Plymouth Night Patrol https://www.upsu.com/societies/11000/

Student & Student Group of the Month: February 2022

Written by: Mads Morton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

UPSU Diversity Festival 2022 - We need you!

Written by: Fawziyyah Ahmed, VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

Looking after number one and prioritising your mental health

Written by: UPSU

Disability History Month Statement from your VP Wellbeing and Diversity

Written by: Fawziyyah Ahmed, VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

VP Activities Update: BUCS IS BACK!

Written by: Mads Morton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

Finding your Postgraduate community: social events and support services

Written by: UPSU

Beyond Beauty Salon The Barbican - 10% Discount

Netball Club Tackle Mount Snowden and Raise £1,283 for Mind Charity

Written by: Netball Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/upnc/

Black History Month 2021 - A Statement from your VP Wellbeing and Diversity

Written by: Fawziyyah Ahmed, VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

UPRC Complete a 48hr Charity Row

Written by: University of Plymouth Rowing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/rowing/

Plymouth Riding and Polo Member Leaps Into The Regional Finals

Written by: Riding and Polo Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ridingpolo/

UPVC Organise a Charity Volley Event to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Now

Written by: UPVC University of Plymouth Volleyball Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/volleyball/

Students' Union Awards Night 2023

Written by: UPSU

Celebrating the SSTAR Awards 2023 Winners

Written by: UPSU

20% Alumni Discount on Postgraduate Fees

A Successful Games Night at the SU

Written by: Joshua Borokinni, VP Wellbeing & Diversity

How to sleep better: 6 top tips

Written by: UPSU

Smashing Your Exams! Our top tips for getting prepared for your exams and performing well on the day

Written by: UPSU

Plymouth RAG share a tipple at Plymouth Gin Distillery

Written by: Raise and Give https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

Need a Cab? - Safe Taxi Scheme

Men's Health Meet-Up: an overview of the event

Written by: UPSU & Joshua Borokinni, VP Wellbeing & Diversity

What is Mindfulness? Tips, Apps and Podcasts

Written by: UPSU

UoP Student Chosen to Present Poster at The Royal Society of Medicine Conference

Written by: Rajeevlochan Ravi (BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)

Everything you need to know about Volunteering while at University

Written by: UPSU

UPSS attend the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers annual conference

Written by: University of Plymouth Shipping Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/pimsss/

The Shipping Society Raise Funds for the Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal

Written by: Shipping Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/pimsss/

SU President joins new Commission to tackle violence against women and girls in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

UoP Law Society Win Best Careers Event of the Year

Written by: University of Plymouth Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

UoP Dodgeball become Southwest Champions

Written by: University of Plymouth Dodgeball Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/krakens/

UPSU Closing Times over Spring Break and Where to Find Support

Written by: UPSU

Improving your Mental Health: a Student Guide

Written by: VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

UPSU are Crowned Champions for Varsity 2023

Written by: UPSU

UoP Gardening Society: making Campus a Greener Space

Written by: University of Plymouth Gardening society https://www.upsu.com/societies/gardening/

Marrow had a great year of signup - Sign up now to be a Marrow Donor

Written by: Marrow https://www.upsu.com/societies/marrow/

Cook up a storm this winter with the Plymouth Marrow Charity Cookbook

Written by: Plymouth Marrow Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/marrow/

University of Plymouth Archery Club attend the BUCS Finals

Written by: University of Plymouth Archery Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/archery/

UPPDC competed in the South-West Pole Varsity securing First Place in Group Category

Written by: University of Plymouth Pole Dancing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/poledancing/

Plymouth Night Patrol joined by Local MP, Luke Pollard

Written by: Plymouth Night Patrol Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/plymnightpatrol/

UoP Equestrian Club achieves 1000,000 Steps in 24 hours to Raise Money for Charity

Written by: Plymouth University's Equestrian Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ridingpolo/

PICNICs' Womans Team Make it to Nationals!

Written by: Ultimate Frisbee Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ultimatefrisbee/

UPVC Cyclones Win the Ladies Tournament

Written by: University of Plymouth Volleyball Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/volleyball/

International Women's Day 2023

Written by: UPSU

Sustainability Standards Feedback

Join us at Meet & Eat events in the SU

Written by: UPSU

HMRC Student Money Mule Awareness

Written by: HMRC

Cyclist Ben Millar shares his Funding Goals for BUCS and UoP

Written by: UPSU Activities Coordinator

Tips on helping to prevent mould and pest issues in university residences:

Written by: Rentokil Initial

Are you concerned about a fellow student? A friend? A peer? A housemate?

Written by: UPSU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

Plymouth ISOC Sharing Their Vision Of Unity - Charity Week 2021

Written by: Islamic Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/islamicsociety/

Student Elections 2023: The Results

Written by: UPSU

Meet your Student Election 2023 Candidates

Written by: UPSU

LGBT+ History Month: Wellbeing Fair, support services and getting involved

Written by: UPSU

Plymouth Men's 1's Lacrosse Vs Cardiff Men's 1's Lacrosse

Written by: University of Plymouth Lacrosse Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/lacrosse/

Ultimate Frisbee Club host the disks at Southwest Mixed Indoor Regional Tournament

Written by: Ultimate Frisbee Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/ultimatefrisbee/

Want to win £2000? Review Your University with WhatUNI?

The Shipping Society organise a Successful Networking night with Clarksons

Written by: Shipping Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/pimsss/

Support for those affected by the Türkiye-Syria earthquakes

Written by: UPSU

Pole Dancing ClubTravel to Barcelona for Workshops and Team Bonding

Written by: Pole Dancing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/poledancing/

Plymouth Marrow Attend South Regional Marrow Conference

Written by: Plymouth Marrow https://www.upsu.com/societies/marrow/

Student Volunteering Week 2023

Written by: UPSU

Busting Myths Surrounding the Student Elections

Sabbatical Officers: where are they now? Maja Smith, VP Education 2017-2019

University of Plymouth Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: LGBT+ Toolkit

RAG Presents their Charity Halloween Zombie Escape

Written by: Raise and Give (RAG) https://www.upsu.com/raiseandgive/

LGBT+ History Month at the University of Plymouth Library

Written by: University of Plymouth Library https://plymouth.libguides.com/LGBTPlus

Graduating Soon? Fancy a Job at Your SU as a Sabbatical Officer?

Written by: UPSU

PSYCHiSoc & STAR Host A Charity Painting Event to Support Refugee Mental Heal

Written by: Plymouth Psychiatry Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/12120/

Sabbatical Officers: where are they now? Lowri Jones, President 2016 - 2018

Sabbatical Officers: where are they now? Verity Lemm, VP Activities 2019 - 2021

Advice about Nominating Yourself from Tilda Fraser, VP Wellbeing & Diversity/SU President 2018-2020

SU Safety Measures, Schemes and Services

Written by: UPSU

SU Gym to Install New Equipment, Including the Latest Strength Machines

Written by: SU Gym https://www.upsu.com/gym/

LGBT+ History Month: A statement from Robert Nutkins

Written by: Robert Nutkins, Part-Time LGBT+ Officer https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/lgbtofficer/

A Successful Term for Student Led Volunteering!

Written By: Becky Thomas (Activities Coordinator)

LGBT+ History Month: A statement from Daniella Marley

Written by: Daniella Marley, President https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/president/

SLVs Green Team tackles the tracks on first volunteering trip this year

Written by: Student Led Volunteering (SLV) https://www.upsu.com/slv/

What are benefits of becoming a Sabbatical Officer?

Written by: UPSU

What is New with UPSU Give It A Go?

Written by: UPSU Give It A Go https://www.upsu.com/giveitago/

How to become a candidate in the UPSU Student Elections

Written by: UPSU

Sabbatical Officers: where are they now? Steph Wearne, VP Education 2015 - 2017

Introduction to UPSU Student Elections

Written by: UPSU

Have you found your next student accommodation?

Written: SU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

University of Plymouth Exam rules and regulations

Written by: University of Plymouth https://www.plymouth.ac.uk

Get Ready to Apply: Student Finance England (SFE) Explained

Written by: Student Finance England

UPSU Student Elections: Updates for 2023

Written by: UPSU

Opportunity to participate in an International Student Experience Focus Group

Written by: University of Plymouth International Students Office

Student Elections: What is a School Rep?

Written by: UPSU

UPSU Elections: What are the Four Sabbatical Officer Roles?

Written by: UPSU

Five Reasons Why You Should Get Involved with Your Students' Union in 2023

Written by: UPSU

Things to Take Care of During Nights Out

Written by: UPSU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

Top Tips to Improve Your Study Habits

Written by: UPSU

Tips to Keep Calm During your Exam

Written by: UPSU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

The Cube: Business Events for Students and Graduates

Written by: The Cube https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/about-us/university-structure/service-areas/research-and-innovation/the-cube

University of Plymouth Law Society Raise Money for their Chosen Charity 'Inside Justice'

Written by: University of Plymouth Law Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lawsociety/

Happy New Year! Here's what to Look Forward to in 2023 with UPSU

Written by: UPSU

Start the New Year by trying something New: Join a Student Group with UPSU!

On a Budget this Christmas? Why not get Crafty with these Homemade Festive Gift Ideas!

Written by: UPSU

Sailing Clubs' George Kennedy wins Fastnet, on board Sunrise!

Written by: Plymouth University Sailing Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/sailingpowerboat/

Things to do this Christmas in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Leaving your Student Accommodation over Winter

Written by: SU Advice Centre

Peaceful Demonstration to Show Solidarity with Women in Iran

Written by: Feminist Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/plymfemsoc/

Movember Movie Night

Written by: Shipping Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/pimsss/

Where to Find Support this Christmas

Written by: UPSU

Black History Month, my experience

Written by: Borokinni Joshua, VP Wellbeing and Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

Top tips: Getting through your first week at Uni

Written by: UPSU

Find a Friend this Festive Break with the UPSU Buddy Scheme

Written by: UPSU

Advice on Publication of Results

Written by: SU Advice Centre https://www.upsu.com/advice/

UK Disability History Month: 2022

Written by: Joshua Borokinni, VP Wellbeing & Diversity https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpwellbeingdiversity/

Annual Student Members Meeting

Written by: UPSU

Strike action: information for students

Written by: UPSU

Cost of living support for students: Community Larder

Written by: UPSU

Student discount on bus travel in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Volunteer Spotlight: Rob Dyson, School Rep

Written by: UPSU

Part-time Bye-Elections - The Results

Written by: UPSU

10 chances to win £1k with Santander

Written by: UPSU

FAQ: Can my landlord increase my rent mid-contract?

Written by: UPSU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

The Jack Leslie Statue Unveiling at Home Park

Written by: UPSU

BHM: Union Black, a short course brought to you by Santander and the Open University

Written by: Santander https://app.becas-santander.com/en/program/santander-scholarships-studies-union-black-course

Geddon the Plymouth night bus!

Written by: Plymouth City Council https://new.plymouth.gov.uk/geddon-plymouth-night-bus

10th October is World Mental Health Day, FREE events

BHM: Black History Month at the Charles Seale-Hayne Library

Written by: Charles Seale-Hayne Library https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/student-life/your-studies/library

BHM: Instagram Live with Joshua, Tonari & Esther

Nominations now open: What is the Accountability Board?

Written by: UPSU

BHM 2022: Visit the Diversity Business Incubator Virtual Library

Written by: Diversity Business Incubator http://dbi.org.uk/

Cost of living support for students; Basic toiletries

Written by: UPSU

Nominations now open: What is a Part-Time Officer?

Written by: UPSU

Nominations now open: What is a School Rep?

Written by: UPSU

Staying safe: Safety advice for students

Written by: UPSU

Part-time Elections: Nominations now open

Written by: UPSU, Student Voice https://www.upsu.com/studentvoice/

Your guide to the Fairs during Freshers' Week

Written by: UPSU

Islamic Society celebrates Ramadan with socially distant rooftop fast opening

Written by: Islamic Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/islamicsociety/

Introducing: International Student Meet-Ups!

Written by: Tonari Arikekpar, VP Education https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpeducation/

10 Students' Union Officers share their best Freshers advice

Written by: Student Crowd https://www.studentcrowd.com/page/best-advice-for-freshers#https://www.rusu.co.uk/

Plymouth Life Centre Free Swim Sessions - Term Timetable

Written by: UPSU

Update: Freshers' Week 2022 Events

Written by: UPSU

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Written by: UPSU

What are SU Sports Clubs and Societies?

Written by: UPSU

Statement by the Union Council on Men and Equality Legislation

Written by: UPSU

Budgeting advice for starting at Uni

Written by: UPSU

Important: Student Renters and Energy Costs

Written by: UPSU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

UPSU Bars bring home the Golds at Best Bar None Awards 2022

Written by: UPSU

Meet David Brunskill, SU President 1968

Written by: UPSU

A Closing Statement from your Student President 2021-22

Written by: Emi Dowse, UPSU President 2021-2022 https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/president/

Student Groups win their Icons Awards 2022

Written by: UPSU

Plymouth Life Centre Free Swim Sessions - Summer Timetable

Written by: UPSU

Top Tips: Getting your housing deposit back!

Written by: SU Advice Team https://www.upsu.com/advice/

Could you be a book at The Human Library?

Written by: The Human Library

Plymouth students raise £11,362 for local charities at Varsity 2022

Written by: UPSU

UPSU Summer Opening Times 2022

Written by: UPSU

Influence your Students' Union. Apply to be a Student Trustee

Written by: UPSU

Celebrating the Winners of the SSTAR Awards 2022

Written by: UPSU

Students shine at the Students' Union Awards 2022

Written by: UPSU

Exam Prep: Practice in exam conditions in the Main Hall

Written by: Emi Dowse, President https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/president/

Student & Student Group of the Month: March 2022

Written by: Mads Morton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

Top Tips: Moving Out of Your Student Accommodation

Written by: UPSU

Important: Summer Ball Tickets Scams

Written by: UPSU

Mental Health Awareness Week 2022

Written by: UPSU

UPSU sports teams are presented with their BUCS medals

Written by: UPSU

Varsity Cheque presentation

Plymouth students raise a pile of charity cash

UPSU take home the victory in Varsity 2022

Written by: UPSU

Debate Society swap their gavels for brushes in the UPSU smoking area

Written by: Debate Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/debate/

New quiet space for prayer and reflection on campus

Future Shift - Low Carbon Devon Internship and Leadership Programme

Written by: UPSU

Your Students' Union Easter Break Opening Hours

Written by: UPSU

Meet your Part-Time Election Candidates 2022

Written by: UPSU

Islamic Society Host Their Believe And Do Good Week

Written by: Plymouth Islamic Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/islamicsociety/

Top Tips: Save Money and Energy in your Student Home

Written by: UPSU Advice Team https://www.upsu.com/advice/

From London to Washington D.C. Where will your School Rep skills take you?

Written by: UPSU

Team Plymouth are taking over at BUCS Finals

Written by: UPSU

Part-Time Roles: Student Elections 2022

Written by: UPSU

The Results: Student Elections 2022

Written by: UPSU

National Student Money Week 2022

Written by: SU Advice https://www.upsu.com/advice/

National Student Money Week 2022: Financial Support for Students Workshops

Noughties Night: It's been a blast, goodbye

Student Volunteering Week 2022

Join the Intramural Basketball Tournament

Written by: Intramural https://www.upsu.com/sports/intramural/

Nominate a Student or a Student Group of the Month

Written by: Mads Morton, VP Activities https://www.upsu.com/representation/representatives/vpactivities/

Where are they now: Verity Lemm, VP Activities 2019 - 2021

Sabbatical Officers: where are they now? Steph Wearne, VP Education 2015 - 2017

Where are they now: James Stoner, VP Activities 2015 - 2016

Where are they now: Hadiza Adah, VP International & Outreach 2017 - 2018

Where are they now: Millie Green, VP Education 2019 - 2020

Where are they now: Sarah Bowman, UPSU President 2013 - 2015

We're back! Pricing update: SU clubnights

How to nominate yourself in the Student Elections

What do you get from becoming a Sabbatical Officer?

Student Safety and Drink Spiking Update from your Sabbatical Officer team

Give it a Go this Festive Season

Rolls-Royce recognises value of neurodiverse graduates

The Students' Union Winter Closing TImes

Safety of Women and Girls: Have your say at this Q&A session

UCU Ballot Statement from your VP Education

Stay connected over Winter with your Welfare Officer

University statement following the tragic murder of Bobbi-Anne McLeod

8 reasons to hold off on signing a 2022/23 tenancy

Meet new people, get involved with the UPSU Buddy Scheme

University of Plymouth: Student & Staff Travel Survey

Plymouth Live - We went out with Plymouth's lifesaving night-time volunteers

Take a woodland stroll through Bovey Valley with the Wildlife and Ecology Society

#TalkAboutSex: Guest speaker Naomi Alexander Naidoo from Chayn

#TalkAboutSex: Guest speakers Jamie Raines and Shaaba Lotun

#TalkAboutSex: Guest speaker Claire Salih

#TalkAboutSex: Guest speaker Calum McSwiggan

#TalkAboutSex: Guest speaker Ant Babajee

Free organic menstrual products available for University of Plymouth students

Written by: UPSU

Student Volunteering Week - Who is Plymouth Night Patrol Society?

Written by: Plymouth Night Patrol https://www.upsu.com/societies/plymnightpatrol/

WIN £150 amazon voucher: National Belonging Survey

Halloween 2021 - What are you coming to?

Part-Time Elections 2021: The Results

Our B.A.R.S Program is looking for Buddies!

Accommodation: Before you sign!

Steps we’re taking as a venue to prioritise your safety

Statement: Increased Reports of Spiking in Nightclubs across Plymouth

Decolonising the Curriculum: Black History Month Campaign

Student Part-Time Elections 2021: Meet Your Candidates

Intramural leagues and tournaments are back!

WARNING - For Contactless Payment Limit Increase

New Student Space In Your SU - The SU Lounge

eLearning: Bystander Intervention Training

Faith Sharing Group Meets at the UoP Chaplaincy

Black History Month Competition: Inspirational Black Person

Plymouth Start Up Weekend - Marine Editions

External Virtual BHM 2021 - Events For Your Calendar

Black Lives Matter resources (FREDA)

Black History Month at The Charles Seale-Hayne Library

Top tips for staying safe on a night out

To mark BHM2021, The Box is pleased to launch four micro-commissions.

Sports Clubs and Societies aren't just around for Freshers Week!

The University of Plymouth Explore, Develop & Launch Awards

Workshops for graduates - Limited number of £250 Santander bursaries on attendance

Represent your fellow students by standing in the PT Elections

A message to the Graduates of 2020

SU Advice: 5 things to help keep you safe at University

SU Advice: New neighbours and how to get along

Welcome to the University of Plymouth 2021

COVID-19 Testing; Walk-In Centre or Home Test Kits

Walk-in COVID-19 vaccination sessions

Keeping you safe: freshers fraudsters & scams to avoid

GET YOUR WRISTBANDS NOW FOR FRESHERS 2021!!!

Protect yourself and others: Access COVID-19 Testing

A statement following the events in Plymouth on 12th August 2021

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Paediatrics Society (PUPS)

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Swimming & Waterpolo Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Tennis Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - UPWRFC

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Men's Hockey Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - PUWEMS

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Netball Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Women's Hockey Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - University of Plymouth Ladies Football Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Plymouth Marrow Society

Icons Award Winner 2021 - University of Plymouth Men's Football Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Plymouth Krakens Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Tropical Island Society

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Dance Club

Fit and Fed Plymouth: Holiday activities for children receiving free school meals

Free swimming sessions for UoP students and staff at the Life Centre

UPSU SSTAR Awards 2021 - The Winners

We Need Some Tote-ally Creative Students for this Freshers 2021 Competition!

Pride Month at your Students' Union

Sabbatical Officer Handover 2021

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Storm Cheerleading Club

Icons Award Winner 2021 - Debate Society

Icons Awards 2021 - A Celebration of Our Student Sports Clubs and Societies

Medical Student, Rhiannon Wilton, awarded her Dedicated Volunteer Award

Top Tips - Leaving your Student Accommodation

New Free Home Testing Kits for Staff and Students as Main Hall Test Centre Closes

Update: Sustainability Q&A Session

Student Course Rep, Lea Scott, takes home her Dedicated Volunteer Award for 100+ Volunteering Hours!

How Has Your Year Been? - UPSU End of Year Survey 2021

Vaccine Q&A session hosted by your VP Education, Emi Dowse

Student Group Plymouth Rollers Encourage a Different Kind of Post Lockdown Exercise

Campus Prayer and Quiet Spaces Reopen for Students at the PSS centre

University of Plymouth Sexual Violence and Misconduct Survey

Student Course Rep Volunteers to Help Others Cope With Their Mental Health and Working from Home

PUWEM 108 Mile Charity Challenge for Trevi House & Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team

Update: SU indoor spaces reopening Monday 17th May

Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

Varsity 2021: The biggest sporting event of the year is back!

Your Sabbatical Team Stands with the Students Unite Against Fees Campaign

UPWRFC Teammates walk 300km for the Vinjeru Trust School in Zambia

Written by: UPWRFC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/rugbyw/

UPSC sail away with Silver at The Green Blue’s University Sailing Sustainability Challenge

National Stalking Awareness Week 2021: Unmasking Stalking

Q&A Session: Sustainability, submit your questions

Academic Representation Survey: Help us to help you

University of Plymouth LGBT+ Wellbeing Group, an introduction from your LGBT+ Officer

Sociology Society walk a staggering 610 miles in aid of PAPYRUS

Written by: Sociology Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/sociology/

Update: SU Gym reopening Monday 19th April

Update: SU Bar reopening Monday 19th April

Sabbatical Officer Update: Accommodation

UoP Paying tribute to HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

Students for Global Health Plymouth Society host their Global Beach Clean-up Campaign

Students for Global Health committee and members were involved, people went as individuals or small groups to the beach to collect litter.

Friends of Palestine Society meets with Local MP for Student Lobby Day for Palestine

Written for: Friends of Palestine Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/11507/

A Reminder for Students to Register to Vote for Local Elections on 6 May

Board of Trustee Summary Report

Trustees Report and Financial Statements

BAME Person of the Month Winner - Dame Linda Dobbs

Plymouth students met with their local MP to talk about student rent and other issues

Easter Vacation 2021: UPSU Services and COVID-19 Testing

A Safe Space for our Transgender Students for Trans Day of Visibility

Gray’s Inn GDL Scholarships – Applications Open!

Disabled Students UK - COVID-19 Survey

Union Council Update - 18th March 2021

University of Plymouth Lecture Timing Survey - help make online learning easier

Union Council Update - 9th February 2021

Plymouth student, Viv Hocking, recognised as a Dedicated Volunteer

Reclaim these streets: A statement from UPSU

Design competition: Team Plymouth logo

It's About Us - Complete your Student Census 2021

Meet your Sabbatical Officer Team Elect for 2021/2022

The University of Plymouth Debate Society take their Passion to Zoom!

Written by: Debate Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/debate/

SSTAR Awards Nominations - Get the know how!

Call for COVID-19 Community Information Champions

Reigniting the Surfers Against Sewage Initiative at our University!

I’m Fine: Supporting positive mental health through art, writing, poetry, and music

BAME Person of the Month Winner - Alexandra Wilson

Proposed changes to the UPSU Memorandum and Articles of Association

Student Elections 2021: The Results

VP Wellbeing & Diversity Candidate Question Time: Watch now

Your VP Wellbeing & Diversity Candidates Need Your Votes!

VP Education Candidate Question Time: Watch now

Your VP Education Candidates Need Your Votes!

Use your Voice: 7 reasons why!

President Candidate Question Time: Watch now

Your SU President Candidates Need Your Votes!

Student Representation - Know Your Rights!

VP Activities Candidate Question Time: Watch now

Your VP Activities Candidates Need Your Votes!

Sabbatical Officers - What are you actually voting for?

Don't Rush Your Vote! Here's Why...

Student Elections 2021 - Voting means Prizes!

Candidate Question Time: Quiz your candidates and win prizes

The Cube – funding and competitions

We're looking for Leaders for our Student-led Volunteering Projects for the 2021-22 Academic Year!

UPSU Student Elections 2021 - Time to Meet Your Candidates

Cyberbullying within our student community will not be tolerated

UPSU Mutually Cuts Ties with Clever Student Lets

SU Tips: Can't login to upsu.com?

INK - The Student-led Journal of Written and Visual Art

The New Campus Podcast That Is Set To Spill All The Green Tea!

LGBT+ History Month at your Students' Union

Update: Support Services Q&A Session

SU Tips - Taking a Professional Profile Photo

New free virtual fitness sessions from the Give It A Go program!

The Cube: Inspiring Student & Graduate Entrepreneurs

My time as a Sabb - Tilda Fraser - VP Wellbeing & Diversity/SU President 2018-20

My time as a Sabb - Emi Dowse - VP Education 2020-21

My time as a Sabb - Charlotte Panchaud - VP Activities 2017-18

My time as a Sabb - Alex Doyle - VP Activities/SU President 2017-19

My time as a Sabb - Verity Lemm - VP Activities 2019-21

Private landlord advice for students from your SU

Important information for students in receipt of PIP or DLA who have been refused Universal Credit

An update from your Sabbatical Officers: University of Plymouth COVID-19 Hardship Fund

BAME Person of the Month Competition

Q&A Session - Support Services - Submit your questions now!

Update: Safety Net Q&A Session

Rent update regarding student accommodation

#UPSUElections - What happens when you nominate yourself?

An update from your Sabbatical Officers: Using the Library

Back on campus? You can get COVID-19 testing twice weekly

University of Plymouth Student COVID Hardship Grant 2021

Knowledge Exchange Challenge Fund launched by the Centre for Health Technology

Results: Your questions surrounding the Safety Net

Q&A sessions launched to answer your questions around the Safety Net

An update on accommodation from your VP Wellbeing & Diversity

An update on the Safety Net from your VP Education

Should there be a Safety Net in place at Uni?

Thinking of running in the SU Election?

Festive Discount: 2 for 1 games at Paradise Island Adventure Golf

SU Advice update and support services available over the Winter Break

This Week on Instagram - Monday 14th December

Rise to the challenge with Food & Nutrition Socs Christmas bake off crumbly cookie recipe

Written by: Food and Nutrition Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/7800/

Learn about Education Societies chosen charities and their festive Christmas plans

All inclusive, gender-neutral toilets on your university campus

Plymouth RAG are taking part in the 12 Days of Christmas… but with a FUN-draising twist.

Free or inexpensive fresh air activities and exercise in and around Plymouth

Sign up for the Vaccination Volunteer Scheme, supporting the delivery of the Covid-19 vaccine

Learn to longboard with Plymouth Surf Club President's lockdown project

Written by: Plymouth University Surf Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/surf/

Joyeux Noël, Feliz Navidad, Merry Christmas! Lets celebrate together in a multilingual festive video

Have a Holy Night with Gospel Choir's virtual Christmas carol

This Week on Instagram - Monday 8th December

SU Shop Update: Click & Collect and last deliveries before Christmas

COVID-19 Asymptomatic testing for University of Plymouth students

SU Services from Wednesday 2nd December

SU Gym reopening Thursday 3rd December

Student wellbeing tips in the last week of Lockdown 2.0

Update: Tier 2, student travel window and travel/change of journey fees

This Week on Instagram - Monday 30th November

Plymouth Marrow Society's charity Hero Week £1,413 success

UPRFC grows the Mullstache for Movember

UK Disability History Awareness Month

Final year Marine Biology student talks about her time with marine life in Gansbaai, South Africa

MBS's Louise-Océane talks everything 'Plymouth Beneath the Surface' in her new student podcast

Written by: Louise-Océane Delion - Marine Biology Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/mbs/

SLV reaches out to the Special Olympics members during lockdown 2.0

This Week on Instagram - Monday 23rd November

Plymouth Student Rob runs a super 60k route for Movember charity!

The LGBT+ Society tells us what it means to be trans and how to support your trans peers #TransDoR

Written by: LGBT+ Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/lgbtwithplymuni/

Sustainable support for our trans community

This Week on Instagram - Monday 16th November

Sabbatical Officer Update: The Student Travel Window

University of Plymouth Sailing Club at the RYA Match Racing National Championships

Written by: The University of Plymouth Sailing Club

This Week on Instagram - Monday 9th November

The Give It A Go (GIAG) timetable is going virtual!!

Changes to SU services inline with new national restrictions

Department for Education: New national restrictions for Universities and HE

We can check your Tenancy Agreement BEFORE you sign it

US Presidential Election 2020: What You Need to Know

This Week on Instagram - Monday 2nd November

STOP, LOOK and THINK if you're considering signing up for accommodation for 2021/22

Looking at signing up for accommodation for the next academic year (2021/22)? Before you do anything, read the following advice from your independent SU Advice team.

Article 666 - Watch the 6 Nations live, in groups of 6 with 6 devilishly spooky drink deals

How to have a spooky yet safe Halloween this year

Student Drug Behaviour and Mental Health during COVID-19 Restrictions: Survey

Your SU Gym is a BUCS UNIversal Gym!

Enviro Soc's gourd-geous pumpkin soup recipe against global food waste this halloween season

Written by: EnviroSoc https://www.upsu.com/societies/envirosoc/

Have you registered with a GP yet?

Plymouth Marrow Society on the importance of stem cell donation and the BAME Community

Written by: Plymouth Marrow Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/marrow/

Important update for parents of children in Plymouth schools who usually receive free meals

UPSU Buddy Scheme: Sign up and get matched with your Volunteer Buddy

University can be challenging at the best of times. It can sometimes feel like an overload of information and reaching out to meet new people can be intimidating.

RAG and Play Action International work together to bring you a safe way to volunteer internationally

Free information sessions available to all University of Plymouth students

Launch of the UPSU Buddy Scheme - we need you

Meet your new Student Representatives for 2020/21

Tropical Island Society: A Family Away from Home

The Tropical Island Society or as our members and many peers know us as TIS is one of the most diverse multicultural societies based in the University of Plymouth. We cater for all but we celebrate tropical island cultures which empower and encourage all our members to educate, share and have fun.