Partnership Proposal

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Table of Contents Who are we? / p.3 Events / p.4 Publications / p.6 Projects & Initiatives /p.7 Green Initiatives / p.7 Physical Advertising / p.9 Digital Advertising / p.14 The KSU Student Card / p.14 3

Calendar of Events / p.15

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Who are we?

Kunsill Studenti Universitarji (University Students’ Council) is the oldest national student union in Europe and currently represents approximately thirteen thousand students at the University of Malta and Junior College.

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KSU is committed not only to represent students on a national level, but also to encourage student activism and participation in University and as members of society. Year after year, KSU comes up with many proposals for a better University for everyone and it is thanks to the support we receive from our corporate partners that these projects come to life and are able to fulfil their potential.

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The following is a list of our main events, initiatives and projects for the upcoming academic year. We invite you to have a look at our plans for the coming term and we hope that you find our work interesting. Let us know if you have any suggestions or queries.

Get in touch on vicepresident@ksu.org.mt

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Events Il-Majjalata

Battle of the Bands

Drive-in Cinema

This will be replacing the yearly “Organisation’s BBQ”, which is a free event for members of student organisations. The usual turnout is that of around 250 students who come together for a night of good food, drinks and music at the University Quadrangle.

This will be a great opportunity for student bands to showcase their talents. We are looking to pool some of the most talented local students to compete head to head.

Festa Campus

The KSU Drive-in Cinema is an event which has over the years grown in popularity, with an estimated 400 people attending last year’s edition, which took on a Halloween theme. Two films were chosen by attendees beforehand, which were shown on a big screen at the University gravel pitch.

Sports League & Sports Fest

Car Treasure Hunt

The Sports League will take the form of a football tournament, running over the course of several weeks. The Sports Fest is a largescale event spread over a few days, where students, academics and staff may all participate in a number of sports such as tag rugby, long distance running, basketball, amongst other activities.

The seventh edition of The KSU Car Treasure Hunt will be held in November. Around 200 students took part last year and spent a day touring the island and completing challenges, in the hopes of collecting the most points and claiming the grand prize. All completed challenges have to be shared on social media platforms to be deemed valid, increasing greatly the reach of the event, which is surely one of the most highly anticipated events in KSU’s calendar.

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Festa Campus The KSU Campus Fest has been an event organised throughout the years with the purpose of kicking off the academic year by bringing together freshers and returning students alike. This year, the concept will be once again changed, as every year Campus Fest is re-thought putting new ideas into reality and we plan to do so with the help of the student organisations themselves too.

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Graduation Ball

Ready Steady Cook

International Trip

KSU is once again keeping its yearly Grad Ball appointment in December, and has previously hosted it at the Intercontinental Malta in St. Julian’s and most recently at the Radisson Golden Sands in Għajn Tuffieħa. This event has built a solid reputation over the years, and is eagerly awaited by students and graduates alike, making it one of KSU’s biggest events. Efficient bars, live music and the usual choice of such a great venue make for an unforgettable event, year after year.

Ready Steady Cook is a cooking competition held in March, where teams of students will battle it out in the kitchen and show off their culinary skills. This is another event which is picking up popularity since it offers a platform and is a great opportunity for cooking enthusiasts.

Once again, KSU shall be organizing both an EU and a nonEU International Trip, with the aim of exposing students to different cultures, which can ultimately broaden their perspective and outlook on life

Adventure Trek The KSU Adventure Trek is a new addition to our calendar of events and will consist of a 15km trek around a rural area of our island.

Student’s Fest Arts Showcase The KSU Arts Showcase is a new concept looking to promote the academic works of artists in the University community. The aim of this event will be to publicly display the efforts of the array of arts which students work on throughout their studies, this also includes works of language, digital arts and many others.

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Students’ Fest is one of the most highly anticipated events of KSU. Yearly, we embark on a theatrical journey with efforts of over 300 students working to put up a show of professional standard. The dedication, drive and enthusiasm is what ultimately makes Students’ Fest what it has become known to be. Preparation for the production starts after the January exam period with the production team to establish casting, song choice, and rehearsal scheduling. Some 800 people attend to watch the show every night.

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Publications Education Commission Booklet

Erasmus Handbook

How-to Series

A booklet given out to students during Freshers’ Week and available online containing all information pertaining to the educational aspects of university.

The Erasmus Handbook shall provide students with basic information on how to go on Erasmus as well as some handy tips for their time abroad.

A series of practical, hands-on videos about the essentials of student life, such as applying for a student loan. This aims to fill in gaps in students’ knowledge with some practical tips and tricks.

Redefining Student Activism Campaign

International Handbook

An online campaign consisting of posters and videos shared via social media highlighting the importance of student activism.

The International Handbook shall be distributed to foreign students studying at the University of Malta with the aim of providing information about the University and life in Malta.

Students’ Fest Booklet This is the publication handed out every night during the shows, containing information about the production, cast, crew as well as our sponsors.

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Projects & Initiatives Careers & Research Expo

Night Time Study Area

A three-day expo bringing together students from tertiary, post-secondary and secondary institutions, serving as the culmination of outreach events with the latter two. Stands available for businesses, will be a key feature of the event, which will take place on University Quadrangle, as will talks from key speakers. A booklet will be published for the event, containing the programme and other relevant material.

A month-long event happening during each exam session in January, June and September, where the KSU Common Room is transformed into a 24/7 study area.

There is also an online community in the form of a Facebook group.

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Green Initiatives The KSU Park & Ride As one of our proposals to tackle the transport and parking problem on campus, KSU has identified three main locations with the highest rates of private car use towards the University of Malta and is currently working to offer a park and ride service towards University from these localities.

Kindly get in touch for our detailed proposal for more information.

Motorcycle Open Day & Lesson Subsidies

Pedelec Open Day & Subsidies

Following last year’s successful event, KSU will this year be expanding on the initiative by organizing three open days at University where students would be able to try out a motorcycle with a certified instructor. Those who decide to pursue the 10 hour motorcycle permit course will get a 50% refund from KSU.

Similarly to the motorcycle open days, we plan on offering students the opportunity to try out a pedelec (a type of electric bike) whilst offering a subsidy on their purchase together with the existing government grants and VAT rebate, to make cycling a more accessible and affordable option for all.

Freshers’ Week Sustainability Project With Freshers’ Week just around the corner, preparations for the hectic week are in full swing and we have decided to adopt an environmentally-friendly theme, which will reflect not only in the branding of the event but also in the freebies we have chosen and associated campaigns. Kindly get in touch for our detailed proposal for more information.

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Physical Advertising The following is a list of potential areas for advertising around University and Students’ House, most of which are already being used.

Student House Lockers Around 80 lockers are available to students inside Students’ House, which can be branded by means of a sticker.

KSU Rain Shelter Banners The KSU Rain Shelter is a new addition to the University Quadrangel, being installed during the past term. Banners can be displayed on the inside of the tent.

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Physical Advertising Student Parking Permit With over 6000 student parking permits being issued during the past term, the KSU parking permit is the perfect opportunity to increase brand awareness, with these permits being stuck to student’ cars for the duration of the whole academic year. Shape and design for this year’s version of the permit is still to be confirmed.

Students’ House Banner Being located just beneath KSU’s office, this banner has great visibility from Quadrangle, which is the central hub of University.

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Advertising Frames in Toilets Over 10 frames are available for advertising in the three bathrooms in Students’ House

KSU Store This store can be easily branded by means of a sticker. It is also located in Students’ House.

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Physical Advertising Floor Sticker Located centrally in Students’ House, practically everyone passes through this passage some time or other.

Water Fountains Following their installation by KSU a few years back, the water fountains are scheduled for a refurbishment, which would be a great opportunity for rebranding.

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Digital Advertising The following is a list of digital advertising platforms offered by KSU: Advertising screens around Students’ House ksu.org

KSU Website Email shots SMS shots

The KSU Student Card The KSU Student Card is one of our services which are offered to students. Students are eligible to discounts upon presentation of the card at associated shops. The plan for this year is to increase the functionality by associating it with more services offered by KSU, whilst once again offering discounts to students. Kindly get in touch for more information.

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Calendar of Events The following is a tentative list of main events for the upcoming year.

This should only serve as a guideline as dates and events are subject to change.

AUGUST 2018

SEPTEMBER 2018

OCTOBER 2018

Clean-Up #1 - Beach

Pride Week

Freshers’ Week

Organisation’s Week

Adventure Trek

Campus Fest

Organisation’s Majjalata

International Students Orientation Day

Battle of the Bands

How To #1 – VO Status Application Workshop

Drive-In Cinema Motorcycle Open Day #1 Science in the City

Clean-Up #2 - Gozo

Night Time Study Area

Crossfit and HIIT Sessions

Blockchain Info Sessions

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NOVEMBER 2018

DECEMBER 2018

Sports Festival

Graduation Ball

First Aid Course

Clean Up #4 – Top of the World

Clean-Up #3 - University

KSU Soup Kitchen

JANUARY 2019 Night Time Study Area

KSU Car Treasure Hunt Motorcycle Open Day #2

FEBRUARY 2019

MARCH 2019

APRIL 2019

Clean-Up #5 - Buskett

Autism Awareness Week

Students’ Fest

Blood Drive

Research & Careers Expo

KSU AGM

Gozo Carnival Buscade

“Plant a Tree” Campaign

First Aid Course

Clean-Up #6 - St. Peter’s Pool Mental Health First Aid Course

MAY 2019 Arts Showcase Night Time Study Area

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