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Updates for the Plymouth student community

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.

Event Volunteers needed for Run Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Thu 18 Apr 2024

Find GIAG sessions for you!

Written by: UPSU

Wed 17 Apr 2024

Pole Dance compete at the South West Pole Varsity

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

Mon 15 Apr 2024

Had an email about a tax refund?

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

Mon 08 Apr 2024

Pole Dance host a skill swap session on campus

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

Mon 08 Apr 2024

Changes to minimum wage

Written by: SU Advice

Wed 03 Apr 2024

Varsity CHAMPIONS 2024!

Written by: UPSU

Tue 26 Mar 2024

Badminton Club organise a charity tournament to raise money for The Zone

Written by: University of Plymouth Badminton Club

Fri 22 Mar 2024

Become a School Rep for the next academic year!

Written by: Student Voice

Fri 22 Mar 2024

Global Plymouth: February's International Dinner

Written by: Daniella Marley, VP Wellbeing and Diversity

Thu 21 Mar 2024

Been asked to pay a deposit for your accommodation?

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

Thu 21 Mar 2024

SU Easter opening times and where to find support

Written by: UPSU

Wed 20 Mar 2024

Disclosing a Disability

Written by: Students with Disabilities Network

Wed 20 Mar 2024

Students organise a puppy pilates fundraising event in the SU for Guide Dogs UK

Written by: Pilates Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/pilates/

Tue 19 Mar 2024

Have your say about how the University should support students

Written by: UPSU

Tue 19 Mar 2024

Are you changing courses next year?

Written by: SU Advice

Mon 18 Mar 2024

Adventure and Expo: Scottish Winter Skills Week

Witten by: UPSU

Mon 18 Mar 2024

Reflecting on the latest REACH-UP Mentoring event

Written by: Tonari Arikekpar, SU President

Fri 15 Mar 2024

World Sleep Day: tips and support for quality sleep

Written by: Daniella Marley, VP Wellbeing and Diversity

Fri 15 Mar 2024

UPMDs 1st Netball team compete in the NAMS Tournament Finals

Written by: University of Plymouth Medics and Dentists

Tue 12 Mar 2024

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UPSU news

Find GIAG sessions for you!

Written by: UPSU

Pole Dance compete at the South West Pole Varsity

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

Had an email about a tax refund?

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

Pole Dance host a skill swap session on campus

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

Event Volunteers needed for Run Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Changes to minimum wage

Written by: SU Advice

Varsity CHAMPIONS 2024!

Written by: UPSU

Badminton Club organise a charity tournament to raise money for The Zone

Written by: University of Plymouth Badminton Club

Become a School Rep for the next academic year!

Written by: Student Voice

Been asked to pay a deposit for your accommodation?

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

SU Easter opening times and where to find support

Written by: UPSU

Disclosing a Disability

Written by: Students with Disabilities Network

Students organise a puppy pilates fundraising event in the SU for Guide Dogs UK

Written by: Pilates Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/pilates/

Have your say about how the University should support students

Written by: UPSU

Are you changing courses next year?

Written by: SU Advice

Adventure and Expo: Scottish Winter Skills Week

Witten by: UPSU

UPMDs 1st Netball team compete in the NAMS Tournament Finals

Written by: University of Plymouth Medics and Dentists

Submissions are open for the Biodiversity Photography Competition!

Written by: UPSU

Student Elections 2024: The Results

Written by: UPSU

UoP Lacrosse member is shaving his hair for charity!

Written by: UPSU

What's on for University Mental Health Day (14th March)?

Written by: UPSU

Voting now open! Who do you want to represent you?

Written by: UPSU

Meet your 2024 Student Elections candidates!

Written by: UPSU

Reclaim the Night at the SU

Written by: UPPDC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/poledancing/

Pilates Club host their first event at the Aquarium!

Written by: UPSU

Searching for part-time work, a placement or your first job after university?

Written by: UPSU

Important information on Summer Ball 2024 tickets: be aware of scams!

Written by: UPSU

Students Money Week: risk-taking behaviour

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

Students Money Week: housing risks

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

Students Money Week: risks of not money planning

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

Students Money Week: money and wellbeing

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

Student Money Week: risk of scams and fraud

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

Are you thinking of becoming a School Rep? Here is what you need to know.

Written by: UPSU

Pole Dance Club give daily blood donations for a week to Derriford Hospital

Written by: UPSU

New placements, part-time roles and graduate opportunities in Plymouth!

Written by: UPSU

UPPDC take a group trip to Amsterdam for team building and to learn new skills

Written by: UPSU

International Cultural Nights at the SU

Written by: UPSU

Statement from your officers: Hate Speech

Written by: Your Sabbatical Officers https://www.upsu.com/studentvoice/sabbs/

Student groups Adventure & Expo and Canoe & Kayak team up for a trip to try new activities

Written by: Adventure & Expo https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/adventure/

What's on for Student Volunteering Week 2024? (12th - 18th February)

Written by: UPSU

Nominations are closed for the 2024 Student Elections

Written by: UPSU

New undergraduate and postgraduate jobs and placements!

Written by: UPSU

Nominations are open for our new awards ceremony: the Beacon Awards!

Written by: UPSU

Busting myths around the Student Elections

Written by: UPSU

Are you thinking about your next steps after graduating?

Written by: UPSU

Did you know you can recycle vapes and batteries on campus?

Written by: UPSU

Kick start your career with postgraduate opportunities, placements, and part-time work in Plymouth!

Written by: UPSU

Find your next job, placement, or graduate opportunity with your Careers Service

Written by: UPSU

Advice about nominating yourself from Tilda Fraser, former Sabbatical Officer

Written by: UPSU

Free Accelerate Skills Development Workshops with your Careers Service

Written by: UPSU

UPSSWPC compete in a new swimming fixture: the British University Swimming League (BUSL)

Written by: UPSSWPC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/swimmingwaterpolo/

UPSSWPC compete in the British University Swimming Championships (BUCS)!

Written by: UPSSWPC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/swimmingwaterpolo/

UPPDC host a Winter Showcase to raise money for charity

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

Thinking of running in the Student Elections? Come along to one of our sessions!

Written by: UPSU

The Cult of Cringe

Written by: By Eloise Nickson

BUCS Women's Water Polo match against Swansea

Written by: UPSSWPC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/swimmingwaterpolo/

BUCS Men's Water Polo match against Swansea

Written by: UPSSWPC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/swimmingwaterpolo/

Four reasons why you should nominate yourself to become a 2024/25 Sabbatical Officer

Written by: UPSU

The New Fruit and Vegetable Co-operative!

Written by: UPSU

NurSoc deliver 100s of donations to Derriford Hospital over the festive break

Written by: NurSoc https://www.upsu.com/9391/

What is an academic offence?

Written by: UPSU

What is fit to sit?

Written by: UPSU

Debate Society host Thanksgiving dinner to raise money for charity

Written by: Debate Society https://www.upsu.com/search/?q=debate#gsc.tab=0&gsc.q=debate&gsc.page=1

Vegetarian and Vegan Society host a Poster Competition for Veganuary

Written by: Vegetarian and Vegan Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/vegsoc/

Find new part-time jobs, placements and graduate opportunities in 2024

Written by: UPSU

Student Elections 2024: nominations open January 8th

Written by: UPSU

UoP Jiu Jitsu Club conducts its first grading of the academic year

Written by: University of Plymouth Jiu Jitsu Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/jiujitsu/

UoP Jiu Jitsu club attend Atemi for a BUCS competition for traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu.

Written by: University of Plymouth Jiu Jitsu Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/jiujitsu/

Revision and productivity tips for those studying for exams over the winter break

Written by: UPSU

The UoP Dance Club Christmas Showcase

Written by: UPDC https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/dance/

Where to find help over the holidays

Written by: UPSU

UoP's first Sikh Society host a Langar on campus

Written by: University of Plymouth Sikh Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/sikh/

Don't dump, donate your household items!

Written by: UPSU

UPLAX brings home the gold in the BUCS 6s tournament

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

Victory for UPLAX in a Marjon preseason match!

Written by: UPLAX https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/lacrosse/

Tamil Society puts Plymouth on the map by entering their first inter-tamil sports competition!

Written by: Plymouth Tamil Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/tamilsoc/

This week's placements, part-time jobs, and graduate opportunities!

Written by: UPSU

Advice for those staying in student accommodation during the winter break

Written by: UPSU

It’s okay if you’re not feeling merry over the winter break...

Written by: UPSU

Find a part-time job, placement or graduate opening!

Written by: UPSU

Festive competitions, giveaways, & prize draws at our nightclubs for the rest of the year!

Written by: UPSU

Join our volunteer Winter Buddies and support your peers over the festive break!

Written by: UPSU

Balancing revision with enjoying some relaxation during the festive break

Written by: UPSU

UoP Shooting Club Women's Team take 2nd place at the Cardiff University Shooting Challenge

Written by: University of Plymouth Shooting Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/plymunishootingclub/

The Ultimate Frisbee Women's Team secure a spot at the University Nationals!

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

Advice this Christmas on travel, work balance, gift-giving, and finding deals!

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

Travelling home for the Holidays

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

Staying in Plymouth over the Winter Break? Get your free Holiday Box!

Written by: UPSU

What’s on in Plymouth this Christmas?

Written by: UPSU

Students’ Union Awarded Best Student Venue in the City!

Written by: UPSU

This week's top graduate opportunities, placements, and part-time jobs in Plymouth!

Written by: UPSU

Victory for UPMD Netball’s 1st Team!

Written by: UPSU

Pole Dance and Debate Society unite to do volunteer litter picking

Written by: UPSU

Searching for a placement, paid work, or career advice?

Written by: UPSU

Your Sabbatical Officers share their favourite act of self-care for Self Care Week

Written by: UPSU

Vote for Plymouth Night Patrol in the NextGen 2023 Impact Award and Well-being Award!

Written by: UPSU

Self Care Week: what's on?

Written by: UPSU

Support for International Students

Written by: UPSU

Looking for a new job, career support, or placement?

Written by: UPSU

Share your view on changes to Term Dates and Teaching at the University of Plymouth!

Written by: UPSU https://www.upsu.com/news/article/upsu/Share-your-view-on-changes-to-Teaching-at-the-University-of-Plymouth/

Ocean Hackathon 2023

Written by: UoP

Members of Para:Soc receive an invitation to the Houses of Parliament

Written by: Para:Soc https://www.upsu.com/societies/parasoc/

Jiu Jitsu Club: igniting passions since 1979!

Written by: Jiu Jitsu Club https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/jiujitsu/

Happy Halloween: what's on + staying safe!

Written by: UPSU

New student jobs, placements, and graduate opportunities with mycareer

Written by: UPSU

Finding friends as an international student

Written by: UPSU

Para:Soc welcomed one of their chosen charities, BASICS Devon to the Societies Fair

Written by: University of Plymouth Paramedic Science President, Mark Tompkins https://www.upsu.com/societies/parasoc/

Skills development workshops, new student jobs, and more with myCareer

Written by: UPSU

UPC raise nearly £500 for St Luke's Hospice

Written by: University of Plymouth Cycling https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/cycling/

Introducing your new Course Reps for 2023/24

Written by: UPSU

Living with ADHD: what it is, and what it is not...

Written by: Shelley Frost

Stop Loan Sharks: be aware of who you borrow from!

Written by: National Association of Student Money Advisers

Adventure & Expo: trip to Dartmoor with freshers' students

Written by: Adventure & Expo https://www.upsu.com/sports/clubs/adventure/

Finding a student property: advice on how to avoid scams

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

World Mental Health Day: Support for international students

Written by: UoP

World Mental Health Day: 5 steps to improving your mental wellbeing

Written by: UPSU

Join us for Meet & Eat in the SU

Written by: UPSU

Union Black (Online Learning): Britain's black cultures and steps to anti-racism

Written by: UPSU

#BlackExcellence: Film, Book, TV and Song Recommendations

Written by: UPSU

Black History Month Book Selections at the University of Plymouth Library

Written by: UPSU

Become a School Rep for 2023/ 2024!

Written by: Student Voice

Share your view on the changes to graduations

Written by: UPSU

Apps worth knowing if you are Plym student

Written by: UPSU

Advantages of buying tickets online to our events

Written by: UPSU

Your freshers' 23 round up!

Written by: UPSU

Becoming an alumni: support after graduating from UoP

Written by: UPSU

Introducing… fruit and veg boxes in the SU

Written by: UPSU

Your Freshers' Welcome Buddies

Written by: UPSU

10 reasons to join the SU Gym

Written by: UPSU

Plymouth Life Centre Free Swim Sessions - 2023/24 Term Timetable

Written by: UPSU

staying safe on nights out in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

insta accounts you should follow if you are a Plym student!

Written by: UPSU

10 top tips for moving into your new student home

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

Freshers' Week: ticketed events!

Written by: UPSU

Making Money Last

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

Pride in Plymouth with your VP Wellbeing & Diversity

Written by: Daniella Marley, VP Wellbeing & Diversity

Things to get involved with during Freshers if you don’t like nightclubs

Written by: UPSU

SU funding helps support law students to enter national competitions

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

Settling into your new accommodation and learning to live with new people

Written by: UPSU

Getting involved with activities and opportunities outside your academic studies.

Written by: UPSU

A guide to student bank accounts

Written by: UPSU

What you need to know about budgeting as a student…

Written by: UPSU

Accessing student-only deals and discounts!

Written by: UPSU

Registering with a GP whilst a student in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Find friends with the UPSU Buddy Scheme

Written by: UPSU

A guide to sexual health services and support in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Publication of Results: finding your results, support and making appeals

Written by: UPSU

What you need to bring with you to university

Written by: UPSU

10 tips for looking after your mental health while at university

Written by: UPSU

10 ways to find new friends at university

Written by: UPSU

Places to go and sights to see in and around Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Where to access support on campus

Written by: UPSU

Design our next Freshers Tote Bags and WIN!

Written by: UPSU

UoP students and staff join Global Plymouth at their monthly International Dinner

Written by: UPSU

The 2023 Extra Mile Awards

Written by: UPSU

Our biggest achievements this year, including Varsity fundraising and student volunteering

Written by: UPSU

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/

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

Written by: UPSU

Don't dump your kitchen goods, donate them!

Written by: UPSU

University Extenuating Circumstances Workshop

Written by: UPSU

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

Written by: UPSU

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

Written by: UPSU

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

Written by: UPSU

Biodiversity Photography Competition: The Results

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

Looking after number one and prioritising your mental health

Written by: UPSU

Finding your Postgraduate community: social events and support services

Written by: UPSU

Students' Union Awards Night 2023

Written by: UPSU

Celebrating the SSTAR Awards 2023 Winners

Written by: UPSU

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

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

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

Green Week: SU Offers

Written by: UPSU

Sustainability Q&A session

Written: UPSU

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/

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

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

Support for those affected by the Türkiye-Syria earthquakes

Written by: UPSU

Student Volunteering Week 2023

Written by: UPSU

Busting Myths Surrounding the Student Elections

Written by: UPSU

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

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

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

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/

LGBT+ History Month: A statement from Daniella Marley

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

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/

Refreshers' Fairs 2023

Written by: UPSU

Student Safety Guide

Written by: Devon & Cornwall Police

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

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

Things to do this Christmas in Plymouth

Written by: UPSU

Leaving your Student Accommodation over Winter

Written by: SU Advice Centre

Where to Find Support this Christmas

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/

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

Digital Engagement Survey

Witten by: UPSU

Halloween at the SU

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/

2022: 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

Written by: UPSU

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/

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

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/

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

Find your community at Uni

Written by: UPSU

What is a Students' Union?

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

Top Tips: Getting your housing deposit back!

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

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

Donate, Don't Dump

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

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

Green Week is Back for 2022!

Written by: UPSU

Meet your Part-Time Election Candidates 2022

Written by: UPSU

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

Not voted? We bust some myths

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

Varsity 2022: What is it?

Written by: UPSU

SU:Gym - iDanceFit Classes

Written by: UPSU

Join Our Team - We're hiring!

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?

The 2022 Stress Less Campaign

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

How to: Share a success story

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

Keeping Healthy at University

#TalkAboutSex 2021

Free organic menstrual products available for University of Plymouth students

Written by: UPSU

WIN £150 amazon voucher: National Belonging Survey

Update: Graduation 2020

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

Written by: UPSU

Decolonising the Curriculum: Black History Month Campaign

Written by: UPSU

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

Written by: UPSU

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

Top tips for moving to uni!

Keeping you safe: freshers fraudsters & scams to avoid

GET YOUR WRISTBANDS NOW FOR FRESHERS 2021!!!

Your SU building is now OPEN!

Protect yourself and others: Access COVID-19 Testing

The Digital Pre-Freshers 2021

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

Find your Uni family

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

RAG Elections 2021 - Results

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

Written by: Wilderness and Expedition Medicine https://www.upsu.com/societies/wems/

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

Sabbatical Officers Report

Union Council Chair Report

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

Accommodation Support Update

Should there be a Safety Net in place at Uni?

University Safety Net update

Thinking of running in the SU Election?

Written by: UPSU

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

Written by: EdSoc https://www.upsu.com/societies/edsoc/

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

Virtual Christmas Fair 2020

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

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

UPRFC grows the Mullstache for Movember

UK Disability History Awareness Month

Amy Stokes Nails

StatementUK

Woman Kynd

Paintbrush Syndrome

GrimSake

The Tantalising Candle

BaBee Balm

Molly & Stitch

Jay Stone Photography & Video

Vulpecula Creative

Isabel Keen

3D Photos

The Gypsophila Candle Company

Fixing the Earth

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

Written by: Marine Biology Society https://www.upsu.com/societies/mbs/

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

Written by: SLV https://www.upsu.com/slv/

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

#TalkAboutSex Week

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.