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Charlie Roper, SU President /PresidentUWESU @TheSUPresident SUPresident@uwe.ac.uk
WELCOME TO UWE AND YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION!
Coming to university is an exciting and lifechanging experience. Although you’re here to study, leaving university with more than just a degree is becoming more and more important! This guide will show you all the different ways you can get involved and settle into university life. The Students’ Union is here to represent you on a range of issues, and create opportunities to maximise your experiences and develop extra skills whilst at university. We offer a huge variety of activities and events through societies, sports clubs and community networks, all of which give you the chance to meet new people and have fun! Throughout this guide, you’ll read all about your elected Officers and what we do. We look forward to providing you with even more, with
“If you left UWE with just a piece of paper, we wouldn’t be doing YOU justice!”
the opening of the brand new £9.2 million Students’ Union building next summer. On behalf of everyone at the Students’ Union, I wish you the best possible experience for the years ahead!
Your Students’ Union Officers
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Charlie Roper
Hannah Khan
Scarlett Oliver
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VP Societies & Communication Hannah Khan VP Societies & Communication
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VP Societies & Communication
VP Community & Welfare
VP Education
Roisin Greenup
Amelia Campbell
William Anderson
Jude Nassar
Roisin Greenup VP Sports & Health Roisin Greenup VP Sports & Health Roisin Greenup
Amelia Campbell Amelia Campbell Amelia Campbell
William Anderson William Anderson William Anderson
Jude Nassar Jude Nassar Jude Nassar
Maria Oksa
Ellen & Jack
Lona Price Jones
Blake Seers
William Anderson
VP VP Sports Sports & & Health Health
VP Sports & Health
Hannah Khan Hannah Khan
Lona Price Jones Maria Oksa Maria Oksa Maria Oksa
Ellen & Jack Ellen & Jack Ellen & Jack
VP VP Community Community & & Welfare Welfare
JJ Clark
President President
VP VP Education Education
Jude Nassar
Scarlett Oliver Scarlett Oliver
JJ Clark JJ Clark
Blake Seers
Lona Price Jones Lona Price Jones Lona Price Jones
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UWE REGISTRATION
All new UWE students starting in September 2014 must attend a registration session to confirm their attendance and collect their UWE Student ID card. Frenchay and Glenside Students Registration Friday 12th & Saturday 13th September 10:00 – 17:00 UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre (ECC), Frenchay campus.
Remember Photo ID is required to collect your Student ID card. Please bring along one of the following: ·· Original Passport ·· Photo driving licence ·· National UK/EU identity card ·· Citizen card
Bower Ashton Students Registration Monday 15th September 9.30 – 17:00 Frenchay Student Village Welcome Talk Sunday 14th September UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre (ECC), Frenchay campus. ·· Brecon and Cotswold Courts – 13:00 ·· Mendip, Quantock and Carroll Court – 15:00
For more details see www.uwe.ac.uk/newstudents
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Missed your registration? From Tuesday 16th September onwards, go to the Registration Hub in the Library at Frenchay campus. This will be open to ALL students so expect to queue; the main registrations listed here will be quicker, so ideally attend one of them if you can.
Roisin Greenup, VP Sports & Health /VP.SportsandHealth @VPSportsHealth VPSports@uwe.ac.uk
SPORTS
Hi! I’m Roisin, your Vice-President Sports and Health, and I’m here to provide guidance, support and represent you! Coming to university is a new and exciting experience, with so many opportunities to gain more than just a degree. Whether you currently take part in a sport, or you want to try something new, now is the time to get involved! We currently offer 41 sports clubs, accommodating all athletes of every level. Getting involved in sports at university gives you the opportunity to learn something new, get active and take a break from your studies. It’s also a great chance to meet new people and become part of an amazing community! Find me on Facebook, follow me on Twitter and become a part of #TeamUWE -you’ll never look back!
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“Being part of a sports club was the best decision I made!”
SPORTS CLUBS 2014–15
American Football Athletics Badminton Basketball Boat Boxing Canoe Cheerleading Climbing Cricket Dance Fencing Football Men Football Women Gliding Hockey Karting Jiu Jitsu Kickboxing & Muay Thai Lacrosse
Netball Polo Pool & Snooker Riding Rugby League Rugby Union Men Rugby Union Women Sailing Skydive Snowsports Squash Sub Aqua Surf Swimming & Water Polo Tae Kwon Do Tennis Trampoline Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball Windsurf & Kite
Join in Register on the Students’ Union website to join any of our sports clubs. Take a look at what’s on offer at www.uwesu.org/joinin Start your own club All of our sports clubs are run by students, so if you see an opportunity to start something new and set up your own, email Roisin at vpsports@uwe.ac.uk
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WATCH IT, TRY IT, DO IT
Try before you buy! Sports and Societies will be providing taster sessions, demonstrations and displays.
Some sessions require booking, for details on how to book and more information visit www.uwesu.org/tryit
Monday 22nd September
Drama (Watch it) Red Bar, 16:00 – 18:30
Bar School (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 12:00 – 14:00
Jiu Jitsu (Watch it) Sports Hall 1, 17:00 – 19:00
Women’s Rugby (Watch it & Try it) Astroturf, 12:00 – 13:30
Free Palestine (Watch it & Try it) The Octagon, 17:00 – 19:30
Cheerleading (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 13:00 – 14:30
Tuesday 23rd September
Airsoft (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 13:00 – 14:00
Badminton (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 13:00 – 14:00
Trading Cards (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 14:00 – 16:00
Volleyball (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 13:00 – 14:30
Squash (Watch it & Try it) Squash Court, 14:10 – 16:10
Video Gaming (Watch it) Red Bar, 12:00 – 14:00
Paintball (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 14:30 – 17:00
Climbing (Watch it & Try it) Climbing Wall, 13:00 – 15:30
Pole Fitness (Watch it) Aerobic Studio, 15:00 –16:00
Board Games (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 14:00 – 17:00
Volleyball Sports Hall 1, 15:00 – 17:00
Cheerleading (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 14:30 – 15:30
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Fencing Sports Hall 1, 16:30 – 18:00
Snowsports (Try it) Gloucester Ski Slope, 13:00 – 19:00
Jiu Jitsu (Try it) Sports Hall 1, 18:00 – 19:30
Volleyball (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 14:00 – 16:00
Playing Cards (Watch it) The Octagon, 17:00 – 18:00
Climbing (Watch it & Try it) Climbing Wall, 14:30 – 17:00
Drama (Try it) Red Bar, 17:00 – 19:30
Cheerleading (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 14:30 – 17:00
ENACTUS The Octagon, 18:00 – 19:00
Live Music (Watch it) Escape Bar, 15:00 – 17:30
Live Music (Watch It) Escape Bar, 19:00 – 21:30
Women’s Rugby (Watch it & Try it) Astroturf, 16:00 – 18:00
Pole Fitness (Try it) Aerobic Studio, 19:30 – 21:30
Playing Cards (Try it) The Octagon, 17:00 – 18:30
Wednesday 24th September
Jiu Jitsu (Try it) Sports Hall 1, 17:30 – 19:00
Trading Cards (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 11:00 – 13:00
ENACTUS The Octagon, 18:30 – 19:30
Squash (Watch it & Try it) Squash Court, 12:10 – 14:10
Thursday 25th September
Jiu Jitsu (Watch it) Sports Hall 1, 12:00 – 14:00
Climbing (Watch it & Try it) Climbing Wall, 12:00 – 14:30
Kick Boxing (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 12:00 – 13:00
Good Food (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 12:00 – 16:00
Pool & Snooker (Watch it & Try it) Red Bar, 12:00 – 16:00
Trampoline (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 13:00 – 14:00
Psychology (PsychOlympics – Try it) Red Bar, 13:00 – 14:30
Jiu Jitsu (Watch it) Sports Hall 2, 13:00 – 15:00
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Pole Fitness (Watch It) Aerobic Studio, 13:30 – 15:30
Drama (Try it) Red Bar, 15:00 – 17:00
Badminton (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 14:00 – 15:30
Live Music (Try it) Escape Bar, 15:00 – 17:30
Jiu Jitsu (Try it) Sports Hall 2, 15:00 – 17:00
Jiu Jitsu (Try it) Sports Hall 2, 17:00 – 19:00
Paintball (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 2, 16:30 – 18:30
Pole Fitness (Try it) Aerobic Studio, 18:30 – 20:30
Drama (Watch It) Red Bar, 16:00 – 18:00
Saturday 27th September Canoe (Watch it & Try it) UoB Swimming Pool, 12:00 – 14:00
ENACTUS (Watch it & Try it) The Octagon, 17:00 – 18:00
Canoe (Watch it & Try it) UoB Swimming Pool, 14:00 – 16:00
Playing Cards (Try it) The Octagon, 18:00 – 19:30
Canoe (Watch it & Try it) UoB Swimming Pool, 16:00 – 18:00
Fencing (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 18:30 – 19:30
SAGUWE Woodhouse Park, Scout Activity Centre, 13:00 (overnight excursion)
Friday 26th September Video Gaming (Try it) Red Bar, 11:00 – 15:00
Sunday 28th September
Jiu Jitsu (Watch it) Sports Hall 2, 13:00 – 15:00
SAGUWE Woodhouse Park, Scout Activity Centre Return 11:30
Paintball (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 13:00 – 15:00
Wednesday 1st October
Women’s Rugby (Watch it & Try it) Astroturf, 15:30 – 17:00
Riding (Watch it & Try it) Summerhouse Equestrian Centre, 14:00 – 19:00
Cheerleading (Watch it & Try it) Sports Hall 1, 15:00 – 17:30
Sailing (Watch it & Try it) Chew Valley Lake, 13:00 – 19:00
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Hannah Khan, VP Socities & Communication /VPSocsandComms @VPSocsAndComms VPSocsandComms@uwe.ac.uk
SOCIETIES
Hello! I’m Hannah, my role as your Vice President for Societies and Communications is to represent and support extra-curricular interests. I ensure all opportunities to get involved in societies and activities are readily available and accessible.
“Get the best out of your time at UWE!”
With over 60 different societies to join, your Students’ Union offers something for everyone. Life outside of your studies is a vital part of your university experience. Joining in with a society will enhance your social life and wellbeing. It also boosts your employability and most importantly, you’ll have fun!
Jude Nassar – Societies & Communication Officer I believe that societies are key to meeting new people.
Come and see what’s on offer at Freshers’ Fair or visit www.uwesu.org/joinin
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SOCIETIES 2014–15
Labour LABS Law Linguistics Live Music Marketing Medical Science Midwifery Occupational Therapy Paintball PAIRS Photography People & the Planet Playing Cards Poker Pole Fitness Police Psychology Roleplay/Wargaming SAGUWE Sci-Fi / Psi-Phi Space Exploration Trading Cards Transcendental Meditation UKIP Vet Video Gaming WesternEye
Aero Airsoft Anime Assassins Guild Astronomy Bar School Board Games Bright Futures Bristol Architecture Bristol Spatial Planning Chess Childhood Circus & Hoola Hoop Comic Book Conservative Future Darts Drama Economics ENACTUS EWB Fashion Film Forensic Science Free Palestine Geography Good Food Hide and Seek History Hub Radio
Why not set up your own? If you have an idea for a society that’s not on the list, we can help you create your own! We’d love to hear from you, just email vpsocsandcomms@uwe.ac.uk
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Scarlett Oliver, VP Community & Welfare /VPCommunityandWelfare @VPCommWelfare VPCommWelfare@uwe.ac.uk
NETWORKS
Hi there! I’m Scarlett and I’m the Vice-President for Community and Welfare. University is a lifechanging experience, and some students may come across difficulties, but support and advice is always available.
“University is a lifechanging experience!”
I believe the key to getting the most out of your university experience is by getting involved and engaging with fellow students. Our Community Networks are a great way to meet others with similar interests and views. Networks are free to join so take a look and see how you can get involved.
Will Anderson – Community & Welfare Officer By getting involved in a Network, I was able to meet some of my best friends and make a real change at UWE.
Join for Free! Join a Community Network TODAY at www.uwesu.org/joinin
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NETWORKS 2014–15
Cultural African Caribbean Arab Network Bangladeshi Students Bulgarian Students Chinese Students Ghanaian Students Hellenic Home Students Hong Kong Student Network iUWE – International UWE Malaysian Students Association Nigerian Students Nordic-Baltic Pakistani Network Polish Students Romanian Somali Students Vietnamese Students Welsh Students
Faith & Belief Believers Loveworld Buddhist Students Christian Union Deeper Life Campus Fellowship Hindu Students Interfaith Islamic Students Jewish Students Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) Sikh Students Identity & Campaigning Sign Language Disabled Students’ Campaign Mature Students Mental Health Campaign OutUWE (LGBT) Post Graduate Love Glenside Women’s Network
Want to set up your own Network? Get in touch! Networks@uwe.ac.uk vpcommwelfare@uwe.ac.uk
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JJ Clark, VP Education /VP.EducationUWE.1 @VPEducation VPEducation@uwe.ac.uk
YOUR EDUCATION
Hi everyone, my name is JJ and I’m your elected Vice President Education for this academic year. My role is to ensure that your voice is heard on all things relating to your academic experience and education whilst at UWE.
“Together we can build a united learning community!”
As a student at UWE, you can have your say about the education you will be receiving. Whether you think something needs to be changed on your course, or have ideas for how the university could help you study better, we’re here to listen to you. I will be working alongside Amelia (Education Officer) and we believe that together, we can build strong learning communities and help to make a difference to students’ lives. You can find me on Facebook, follow me on Twitter, and get in touch by email – I’d love to hear your views!
If you want to know more, put forward some suggestions or get in touch, then email me at vpeducation@uwe.ac.uk I would love to hear from you!
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Amelia Campbell – Education Officer I hope to focus on issues such as reducing stress and anxiety around exam time, ensuring that students are fully aware of study areas and feel prepared.
STUDENT REPS
Student Reps are the vital link between students, the university and the Students’ Union. Every course at every level will have at least one Student Rep. They actively seek your views on your student experience and feed back to the University. Ensuring you get what you want from your course!
Ensuring students are at the heart of all academic decisions
Student Reps are elected in the first few weeks of term and anyone can put themselves forward. Your lecturers will provide more information, so listen out for the opportunity to get involved. Don’t worry if you haven’t done anything like this before as the Students’ Union provides all the support and guidance you will need. It’s a great chance to enhance your personal development and it looks great on your CV. So if the idea of representing your course appeals to you, make a difference and become a Student Rep!
Want to join us? www.uwesu.org/reps facebook.com/pages/UWE-Student-Reps studentreps@uwe.ac.uk
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Come and chat to us at the Freshers’ Fair, find more out online or drop us an email.
HAVE YOUR SAY!
Your opinions count at UWE, so don’t hold back and have your say by getting involved in our student elections and surveys. Your Students’ Union officers are here to respond to your feedback and to put the changes you want into action! From improving bus services to reducing hidden costs, together we can make a difference! In February you will be asked to complete the UWE Student Experience Survey, a great chance for you to tell the university what you think!
Want to get involved? Officer positions available: ·· Glenside Campus Officer ·· Gloucester Campus Officer ·· Sports & Health Officer ·· Disabled Student Officer ·· Sustainability Officer
Want to know more? Email union@uwe.ac.uk or visit www.uwesu.org/elections
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STUDENT MEDIA
GET CREATIVE AND GET INVOLVED! The Western Eye is the student led newspaper, available online and print editions distributed across campuses. The publication covers issues relevant to student life and what’s happening here at UWE. Over to you! If you’re an aspiring writer or journalist with a creative flair, get involved! Check out www.westerneye.net to find out more!
Hub Radio allows students to run their own shows, promote events and get involved in DJing, broadcasting and producing. The student run station offers a diverse range of musical genres and special interest programmes.
Visit hubradio.co.uk for more information.
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VOLUNTEERING
Want to learn new skills? Travel the world? Enhance your employability? Have fun? Discover Bristol? Thousands of students volunteer every year at UWE and it’s easy to join them! Whether you’re interested in Community Action Days, overseas volunteering or have your own idea for a project, get involved! Last year UWE students raised over £18,000 for amazing causes through fundraising events and initiatives.
For more details and how to get involved visit www.uwesu.org/activities or email volunteers@uwe.ac.uk
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RAG Raise and Give (RAG) is a dedicated group of student fundraisers who organise exciting events throughout the year. Anyone can be a part of the RAG team, it’s a great way to do your bit and have fun! We love helping students to raise money for a cause they believe in… If you have a cause close to your heart, we can support you in planning an event or a fundraising stall on campus.
Green Leaders develop and engage with everything green on campus! Green Leaders support student led sustainability campaigns and lead environmentally friendly projects. We hold regular meetings to chat and share ideas, create campaigns and facilitate change. If you want to join us, get involved and come along! Check out our website for more information. www. uwesu.org/greenleaders
Register to vote
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Go online to make sure that you’re on the updated register or you might not be able to vote in the future. Registering online is quick and simple, you need:
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full name • address date of birth
• national insurance number
Registering can help you with a range of things including opening a bank account. As a student you can register at both your term time address and at the address you live at outside of term time.
YOUR VOTE MATTERS MAKE SURE YOU’RE IN
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YOUR COMPLETE PULL-OUT GUIDE TO THE ULTIMATE UWE FRESHERS’ WEEK NIGHTLIFE EXPERIENCE TICKETS Individual tickets can be purchased for each event online at: www.uwesu.org/freshers
WRISTBANDS
SOL DO UT
PINK – £70
Free access to ALL events + Queue Jump
YELLOW – £60
Free access to Main Events only – Queue Jump not included
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND PINK WRISTBANDS HAVE ALREADY SOLD OUT. YELLOW WRISTBANDS & INDIVIDUAL TICKETS CURRENTLY STILL AVAILABLE.* *DETAILS CORRECT AT 06/08/2014
THESE EVENTS WILL SELL OUT, BUY WRISTBANDS/TICKETS NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT: WWW.UWESU.ORG/FRESHERS
FRESHERS NIGHTLIFE WRISTBANDS
PINK Access to ALL events + queue jump SOLD OUT YELLOW Access to main events £60
TICKETS www.uwesu. org/freshers
KEY MAIN EVENTS
FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER
WHITE T-SHIRT PARTY 8PM – 3AM // FREE Grab a pen and make your mark! A fantastic chance to meet thousands of other new UWE students!
MONDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
WHERE’S WALLY VS SMURFS 10PM – 3AM // £6 Represent in stripes or go Smurf! Pryzm
Frenchay campus bars SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
WELCOME PARTY 8PM – 3AM // FREE Freshers unite! The biggest free event of the year with a Radio 1 DJ! Frenchay campus
SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER
ACOUSTIC CHILL 8PM – 1AM // FREE A laid-back night of live music with amazing local performers. Red Bar, Frenchay campus
ENCORE JUNGLE PARTY 10PM – 4AM // £5 Join us for the first city centre Freshers event! Think animal print, face paint and get WILD! The Bunker 10pm-4am
LIVEWIRE 10PM – 3AM // £3 Incredible live music. Red Bar, Frenchay campus
CAT FACE 10PM – 3AM // £5 Dirty party music with whiskers. Don your cat face for entry to this legendary party. Big Chill
TUESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
PIZZA & BOWL 7PM – 9PM // £4 Kick off your night with pizza, bowling and karaoke. The Lanes
THE LOCK IN 9PM – 3AM // FREE The legendary night returns with £1.20 drinks! Red Bar, Frenchay campus
URBZ & SPICE PJ PARTY
10PM – 3AM // £6
10PM – 3AM // £6
Cops and robbers party!
Onesies, giveaways and special guests at Bristol’s Super club! Syndicate
WEDNESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER
LAWLESS O2 Academy
FRIDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
LOCK & KEY PARTY 10PM – 4AM // £5
CLUB NOCHE 10PM – 3AM // £5 The Ibiza beach party returns! Frenchay campus
GET BORN 10PM – 3AM // £5 Strictly underground.
ENCORE JUNGLE PARTY
WHERE’S WALLY VS. SMURFS
Find your partner to be in with the chance to win BIG prizes! The Bunker
FOAM PARTY 10PM – 3AM // £3
URBZ & SPICE PJ PARTY
An amazing Friday night Foam Party! Red Bar, Frenchay
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XTRA TIME 10PM – 3AM // £4 The official UWE sports night! Mbargo
THURSDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
COMEDY NIGHT
SATURDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER
CLOSING PARTY
CLUB NOCHE
8PM – 3AM // £20 The Finalé! Over 3,000 students, 5 stages and HUGE headline acts. The biggest party to end Freshers’ Week 2014! Frenchay campus
LAWLESS
8PM – 11PM // £10 All-new monthly Comedy Nights! Frenchay campus
For information and tickets www.uwesu.org/freshers
LOCK & KEY
2014 BRISTOL’S BIGGEST STUDENT EVENT 5 STAGES / LIVE MUSIC / PAS / DJS 15 PERFORMERS / PHOTO BOOTHS CASINO TABLES / ENTERTAINERS SILENT DISCO / FESTIVAL STAGES 3000 STUDENTS / 10 FOOD & DRINK BARS
SAT 20TH SEPT / FRENCHAY / 8PM–3AM Tickets £20 or FREE ENTRY for ALL wristband holders
CITY VENUES
SYNDICATE
THE O2 ACADEMY
Experience Bristol’s Superclub! From indie to house, hiphop to rock; the Syndicate promises to make your night one to remember.
This centrally located venue is the place to be for live performances. If you like your music loud, then experiencing the O2 is a must!
15 Nelson Street, Bristol BS1 2JY BIG CHILL
An electric destination bringing you the best DJs and musicians, as well as a fantastic range of cocktails. 15 Small Street, Bristol BS1 1DE
PRYZM
The biggest party venue in the South West! Three new dance arenas and a luxury VIP suite provide the ultimate club experience. Canons Road, Bristol BS1 5UH
Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA BASEMENT 45
At the bottom of Park Street you’ll discover an alternative club, offering a credible underground music scene. 8 Frogmore St, Bristol BS1 5NA MBARGO
Bristol’s busiest bar, open 7 days a week! Playing a mix of contemporary and funky hiphop, the DJs at Mbargo will keep you on your feet all night! 38–40 Triangle West, Bristol BS8 1ER THE BUNKER
Located on the Clifton Triangle, this bustling underground nightclub is a number one choice for students. 78 Queens Road, Bristol BS8 1QU
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DAYTIME EVENTS
MONDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER
INTERNATIONAL WELCOME LOUNGE 12.30PM – 3PM // FREE Until the 26th of September the Community Hub becomes your International Lounge. Come along to meet new people and settle in! Community Hub, Frenchay campus
FRIDAY 12TH & SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
FRENCHAY SUMMER FAIR ALL DAY // FREE Food and drinks, music, games, craft stalls, and inflatables! All Welcome. Student Village, Frenchay campus
WELCOME TO BRISTOL BOAT CRUISE 4.30PM – 9PM // £12 Join us for a cruise along the beautiful River Avon, setting off from the harbour side. A great way to see some of the amazing Bristol sights! Buy tickets in advance at www.uwesu.org Meet at The Community Hub, Frenchay campus SUNDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER
FRENCHAY STUDENT VILLAGE WELCOME TALK 1PM // FREE Brecon and Cotswold Courts
3PM // FREE Mendip, Quantock and Carroll Court
FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER
INTERNATIONAL WELCOME FAIR 1PM – 3PM // FREE A fair to welcome new students from around the world! Settle in to life at UWE and learn more about living in the UK at our fun and informal welcome fair. Red Bar, Frenchay campus
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UWE Exhibition and Conference Centre (ECC), Frenchay campus
MONDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
BOWER WELCOME 10AM – 4PM // FREE Enjoy a whole host of activities and fun including a hog roast! Bower Ashton campus
PICNIC AT ESCAPE! 11AM – 4PM // FREE Live performances, inflatables, games and delicious food available to buy! Escape, Frenchay campus TUESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
CRAFTERNOON
THURSDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
GREEN LEADERS’ WALK 2PM – 3.30PM // FREE Discover all things bright and beautiful on campus! Bee hives, great green spaces and much more! Frenchay campus
12PM – 3PM // FREE
CITY BUS TOUR
Drop in and join us to design, make and create!
12.30PM – 2.30PM // £6.50
Red Bar, Frenchay
COMMUNITY HUB BBQ 4.30PM – 6PM // FREE See what UWE’s Community Hub has to offer, with spaces for relaxation and a chance to get involved in volunteering projects and opportunities. Community Hub, Frenchay campus
INTERNATIONAL WELCOME LOUNGE
FRENCHAY SUMMER FAIR
An absolute must to discover the city! Buy tickets in advance at www.uwesu.org. Pick up from Frenchay campus East Reception
WELCOME TO BRISTOL BOAT CRUISE
INTRODUCTION TO CAFÉ LINGUA 5PM – 7PM // FREE Join us for free food and all things language and culture! Community Hub, Frenchay campus
BOWER WELCOME
WEDNESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER
BOWER BIKE RIDE 2PM – 4:30PM // FREE A leisurely 2 hour tour of Bristol. Limited free bike hire is available – must be booked in advance. Bower Ashton campus
FRIDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
FRESHERS’ FAIR 11AM – 4PM // FREE Sports, Societies and Networks demonstrations, freebies and more!
GREEN LEADERS’ WALK
ECC, Frenchay campus
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INTERNATIONAL WELCOME
If you’re new to the UK, we have some special events just for you! You can expect a warm welcome from our friendly team and lots of advice to help you settle in to life here.
International Welcome Fair
Your Students’ Union is here to help ensure International Students have the best possible experience at UWE. For more information, visit www.uwe.ac.uk/newstudents
Friday 12th September 1pm – Red Bar, Frenchay campus
A fun, informative properly British welcome!
International Orientation Talks Friday 12th September 10:30am – Room 2D67 Frenchay campus
Join the International Students’ Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/ UWESUInternational2014
Saturday 13th September 10:30am – The ECC Frenchay campus Wednesday 15th September 1pm – Bower Ashton campus Wednesday 17th September 3pm – Room 3D06 Frenchay campus
Your International Students’ Officer, Maria Oksa “I will listen, support, and represent you.”
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BOWER ASHTON & GLENSIDE CAMPUS EVENTS
GLENSIDE STUDENT CENTRE
BOWER ASHTON BAR
SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER
MONDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER
WELCOME PARTY
BOWER WELCOME
8PM // FREE
10AM // FREE
Free buses to Frenchay will be provided from 11pm to join the welcome party at Frenchay!
Stalls, live music and DJs throughout the day. TUESDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
WEDNESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER
WELCOME! 11.30AM – 3PM // FREE Introducing all aspects of the Students’ Union, with sports, societies and networks, volunteering, fundraising and much more!
PYJAMA PUB CRAWL
QUIZ NIGHT 5PM // £1 PER PERSON WEDNESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER
FILM NIGHT 5PM // FREE
7PM // £6
THURSDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER
Meet at the Glenside Student Centre at 7pm for a tour of the best harbourside bars! (Travel included in ticket price)
THIRSTY THURSDAY 5PM // FREE FRIDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
CASINO NIGHT 7PM // FREE Casino tables and cocktails!
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CAMPUS GUIDE Each UWE campus has its own character and atmosphere, with the students that study there making them different and unique. Frenchay, Glenside and Bower Ashton are all well connected by busses. Each campus elects its own Campus Officer to represent and promote the voice of the students there.
Campus Key SU Office SU / Campus Bar Campus Officer
For details on bus routes & timetables visit: www.wessexred.co.uk www.firstgroup.com www.swanbrook.co.uk www.travelinesw.com
SU Shop Buses
HARTPURY
Campus Officer: Lona Price Jones Situated in the rolling hills of Gloucestershire, Hartpury campus is home to subjects associated with land-based, animal science and sport science sectors. Covering more than 200 hectares of countryside and woodland, it’s also a renowned venue for equestrian eventing.
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I’m Lona and I’m the Hartpury Campus officer. My role is to listen to the Hartpury students and communicate their views and to strengthen ties with UWE.
BOWER ASHTON
Campus Officer: Blake Seers Bower Ashton campus is home to UWE’s Department of Creative Industries; students at Bower are artists, designers, creative writers and media students. Set on the edge of the beautiful parkland of Ashton Court Estate, the campus is close to Hotwells, Bedminster and the city centre.
I aim to make Bower Ashton a community where everyone can integrate together being themselves, without judgement. I’ll also be working to encourage events, exhibitions and other projects.
FRENCHAY
Campus Officers: Jack Williams and Ellen Riis-White Frenchay campus is the University’s main campus, offering a wide variety of onsite facilities including a 24 hour library, Natwest bank, Blackwell’s Bookshop, your SU shop and numerous food and drink outlets. Frenchay campus is well connected by buses to Glenside campus, Bower Ashton, Bristol Parkway rail station and the city centre.
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We are here to represent the views of the Frenchay campus student community. We will be interacting with students on campus to make sure your voice is heard!
GLENSIDE
Campus Officer: To be elected Glenside campus is just three miles north of Bristol city centre, close to the vibrant student community of Fishponds. Home to UWE’s Faculty of Health and Applied Sciences, Glenside offers excellent teaching facilities such as interprofessional simulation suites and one of the best health care libraries in England.
Elections for Glenside Campus Officer will be held in October 2014. Contact union@uwe. ac.uk for more information.
GLOUCESTER
Campus Officer: To be elected Gloucester campus is based next to the historic docks and close to the shops and restaurants of Gloucester. The campus is home to nursing and midwifery students and features a purpose-built simulation suite, as well as a fully equipped onsite library.
Elections for Gloucester Campus Officer will be held in October 2014. Contact union@ uwe.ac.uk for more information.
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STUDENTS’ UNION BARS
Every UWE campus in Bristol has a Students’ Union run bar, dedicated to providing you a safe space with essential refreshments throughout the year. Whether you need a Full Monty breakfast, a light lunch or a hearty dinner, we have it all at amazing student-friendly prices! We also hold open mic evenings, quiz nights and epic club events with elite DJs and performers. Escape is home to 6 big screens, making it the perfect place to watch and enjoy the sport on offer with your new housemates. We exist to support you so if you have an idea for a social, want to arrange your own event, or have a birthday coming up, let us know via our Facebook page www.facebook.com/uwesubars and we’ll do the rest!
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Remember Every penny you spend in a UWE Students’ Union bar is reinvested into your union, making your student experience even better.
For more information on bars and events visit www.uwesu.org/bars
REGULAR EVENTS MON
OPEN MIC NIGHT // ESCAPE
Do you have the skills to impress the crowd? Just search Frenchay Open Mic Night on Facebook to put yourself forward!
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LOCK IN // ESCAPE & RED BAR
Drinks prices crash down for the most famous night of the week at the Students’ Union! Lock In is the must-attend weekly student event.
WEDS
GO UWE // ESCAPE
All day food and drinks deals available in Escape Bar, the perfect way to finish your sports activities!
THUR
WATCH THIS SPACE // ESCAPE & RED BAR Look out for special drinks deals and discounts in both bars, plus live music, big screen sport and much more!
FRI
RED BAR PRESENTS… // RED BAR
Great drinks deals, guest appearances, foam parties, paint parties and so much more.
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MIXED // ESCAPE
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Full Monty breakfasts and as much of the football as we can squeeze in before resident DJs take over.
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QUIZ NIGHT // ESCAPE
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Quiz Night is the perfect way to relax and finish your weekend. Cash prizes with entry just £1 per person!
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STUDENTS’ UNION SERVICES
ADVICE
The Students’ Union Advice Centre provides help and support to all students at UWE.
Frenchay 2F Patio, outside Red Bar
We give free, friendly and confidential advice to all UWE students. Our advice centre is independent from the university, so anything you discuss with us will not be communicated to UWE.
Bower Ashton SU Office, Tuesdays
We’re here to help you settle into university life at UWE; come and see us for advice about academic matters, accommodation issues and financial queries. Contact an adviser by email, phone or drop in to make an appointment. HALLEY NURSERY
We support student parents at UWE with our Students’ Union Nursery. Our highly valued service allows students with young children to manage their studies more easily, providing childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years. www.uwesu.org/nursery nursery@uwe.ac.uk
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Glenside SU Office, Mondays www.uwesu.org/advice advice@uwe.ac.uk 0117 32 82676
JOBSHOP
Looking for a part-time job alongside your studies? JobShop is the answer. Register online at www.uwesu.org/jobshop to receive a free weekly email of all current vacancies, both with employers in the Bristol area and on campus. You can also visit the JobShop to register and view current vacancies, located outside Red Bar, Frenchay campus. www.uwesu.org/jobshop jobshop@uwe.ac.uk 0117 32 82674
Your very own Lettings agency, owned and run by the Students’ Union based on Frenchay campus. We provide a one stop shop for both students and landlords, advertising and managing properties in and around Bristol. Register with us online to receive up to date accommodation email alerts, or pop in and see us outside Red Bar. Benefits for students: ·· No need to leave the campus ·· Rent a house with your friends ·· Rent a room in a shared house ·· Viewing times to suit you www.uwesu.org/studentlettings studentlettings@uwe.ac.uk 0117 32 86600
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UWESU STUDENT LETTINGS
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STUDENT LETTINGS
STUDENTS’ UNION SHOPS
Settle in at UWE and visit your local Students’ Union shop at Frenchay, Glenside and Bower Ashton. Whether you’re after a quick snack between lectures or a great value lunch, the Students’ Union shops have a wide variety of delicious food, drinks and daily essentials! The shop also stocks all necessities such as household items, stationery and there are even student discounted national newspapers available. The shop is also the place to get your official university branded clothes, such as UWE hoodies, gym kit and accessories.
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All money spent in our Students’ Union shops goes directly back into funding student activities and services for YOU!
VOUCHERS
FREE PACKET OF SWEETS When you present this voucher in your SU Shop
50p OFF A HOT DOG From Frenchay SU Shop Valid in September 2014
Between 13th – 19th September 2014 First 100
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HOT DRINK & i NEWSPAPER FOR £1 A saving of 30p with this voucher (normal prices: hot drink £1.10, i Newspaper 20p)
FRESHERS CLOTHING OFFER Buy any UWE hoodie and get a FREE UWE t-shirt
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30p OFF PETERS XL SAUSAGE ROLL OR XL PORK & PICKLE ROLL From Frenchay SU Shop
20p OFF FUNSIZED FILLED DOUGHNUTS With this voucher
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FEEL GOOD AT UWE!
Here at your Students’ Union we want to provide you with the best, happiest and healthiest student experience. Avoid the dreaded “Freshers’ Flu” and check out what’s on offer!
Fruit and Veg stalls with amazing £1 offers!
Free cooking demonstrations
Sexual health screenings
Farmer’s Markets with local produce
Activities and sports
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BIG EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO…
ONE WORLD WEEK
A week-long celebration of diversity at UWE with multicultural dance, sports, art, cuisine and international rhythms. Showcase your culture and talent at One World Fiesta!
VARSITY
Support #TeamUWE in the Varsity series, where UWE compete against the University of Bristol in sporting events throughout the year. From rugby to the prestigious Boat Race, join thousands of supporters and embrace the rivalry!
AWARDS SEASON
Celebrate your successes at our awards events, showcasing the achievements of student reps, and those in sports clubs and societies.
THE STUDENTS’ UNION ELECTIONS
Have your say! The main elections take place in March where you get the chance to say who should lead the Students’ Union for the year ahead. You can also nominate yourself! It’s a fun experience and a great opportunity to develop your leadership and communication skills.
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YOUR NEW STUDENTS’ UNION
With a £9.2 million new Students’ Union building currently under construction at Frenchay campus, this is a really exciting time to come to UWE! The new Students’ Union will be centrally located offering social and leisure spaces, bars, a coffee shop and a convenience store. The new building will be an exciting hub of activity, and space for students to meet and get involved with our activities and use our services. Construction is underway, with the doors set to open in 2015.
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