Students' Union Handbook 2011

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Congratulations! You are the newest member of Anglia Ruskin Students’ Union.

Advice You’re given membership to this 31,000+ member strong organisation as soon as you enrol at Anglia Ruskin University; it’s automatic, it’s your right and it’s going to make your time here even better. We are an independent charity that supports students, like you, through university. Being independent from the University means you, and only you, get to decide how we’re run and what we do. You get to decide this by voting in our elections, getting your voice heard through student councils or participating in campaigns. www.angliastudent.com | Introduction

Clubs & Societies Our core function is representation, which means we dedicate almost all of our resources to making sure your voice gets heard in the University, that your rights as a student are upheld and you get the most out of your degree. We also provide students with lots of opportunities to have fun, make friends and get experience outside of the classroom. You might be interested in volunteering, joining one of our sports clubs or societies, attending a ‘give it a go’ session, joining our gym, working for us or attending some of our fantastic events. Everything we do is led by students, for students.

Fun Doesn’t sound like your sort of thing? We have a widely diverse membership, lots of full time students but almost the same number of part time students, a huge amount of international students both from the EU and further afield, as well as many students returning to study. We aim to provide support and services for everyone but we need your help. Tell us what we can do for you and we’ll work to meet your needs. Enjoy this year’s handbook, we think it’s the best yet, and we look forward to meeting you soon.

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What’s inside 5-7 9 10-11 12 13-15 17 18 19 20-21 22 23 24 25-27 28-29

31 How do you fit in? 32-33 Lobbying, why we do it 34 Elections 35 Representation 36 Read Me Get Involved ! 37 The Executive

More Stuff Nightlife Shop Offices, Jobs, SUpermarket Bus & more NUS Extra card Our Website

Volunteering Give it a Go

Clubs and Societies The Cambridge Gym Student Activities Centres Mildmay Gym Chelmsford The Advice Service Useful Contacts

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The Full Time Exec are the face of the Union, they were elected by students in March 2011 and they’re all current or just graduated students. Find out what they plan to do for you this year‌

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“Plain and simple, I want to carry on making changes for you and enhance your academic experience here at Anglia Ruskin. I want to improve the personal tutoring system, ensure that all assessment feedback is typed and that the University continues to work on e-submission.”

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“Being a part of the community at Anglia Ruskin completely changed my “I think I can make a positive difference to outlook of University and the student experience at Anglia Ruskin. My ach was an experience I will course helped me find new ways to appro never forget. I became part situations; I feel that I can help improve of the Students’ Union to the Students’ Union’s efficiency. I would like protect this experience students to feel more confident about their for others and hopefully employability status after graduating by improve it. I also want creating more opportunities for students to to carry on our work get work experience.” Emily Millar Simon Ruggles with the University to I represent the Faculty of Arts I represent the Lord Ashcroft improve the VLE and Law and Social Sciences International Business School communication via Course: Psychology BSc(Hons) Course: Business Management BA (Hons) electronic methods.” e.millar@angliastudent.com s.ruggles@angliastudent.com

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“I want to help clubs and societies improve and achieve their goals. I also want to help all students at Anglia Ruskin enjoy their university life outside of their courses. Over the next year my aim is to improve all clubs and societies, and help them reach all their goals set at the start of September 2011. I would also like to get more students than ever involved with existing or new clubs and societies.”

“I have been a member of Rowing, Cheerleading, Netball and was also on the Rugby committee. I want to give something back and ensure the students of 2011/12 have a good if not better time than I did. I want to continue to build on the good work the Union has already done and be part of a great team. I want to ensure current teams and societies develop to the best of their potential by improving sports facilities and student participation.”

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Get heard Louder!


We exist so that your voice gets heard in the University and beyond. To do this in the quickest and most simple way possible we have a large network of students who gather your views and help make changes to the Union and University as a result. Every student that’s part of this network has been elected; this ensures they truly represent you and other students at Anglia Ruskin. What does this network look like?

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All Students

You could be a Rep, a member of the Exec, a Club or Society Committee member as long as your fellow students vote for you. We’re a democratic organisation, which means everyone who runs the Union is elected and all decisions are made by our members through voting in elections, councils and referenda. When we say we’re member led, we truly are led by you, our members. The Union also employs permanent staff who run the Union’s services like the shop, bar, gym, volunteering service and advice service. The staff also help the Exec make changes and gather the views of students. As the Union is a charity it has a Trustee Board which is made up of the 5 full time members of the Exec, external trustees who are experts in business and strategy, and student trustees who ensure the views of students are heard. www.angliastudent.com | Get Heard | How do you fit in?

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You said: you would like better access to specialist software on campus and at home. We: lobbied the University and worked with Anglia Ruskin Teaching and Learning/ISMS to find solutions. As of September 2011 you will be able to access your University desktop from anywhere in the world including access to specialist photo and audio editing software, applications.

We take your opinions, issues, comments and concerns to the University and lobby for change. Last year we had some big wins for students… You said: The Cambridge library was a difficult environment to study in and improvements needed to be made. We: Lobbied and won more investment for air conditioning, better lighting and clear signage for silent/group working zones in Cambridge and Chelmsford. The Library has since invested £100,000 in more books and resources. An additional £50,000 was spent on new computers and printers to increase access. Opening hours for learning labs have increased and we continue to work with Peterborough students to discuss and lobby on opening times.

Matt East (President 2010-11) with Julian Huppert MP for Cambridge You said: There was a lack of community on campus. We: took control of Volunteering to offer you more opportunities to meet people and we won extra funding for Clubs and Societies.

You said: social space on all campuses was poor and there were too few water fountains. We: Lobbied the Estates and Facilities department and won investment in open access spaces like the Tindal Café (Chelmsford) and the Common Room at Guild House (Peterborough). More seating and outside furniture has been placed around all campuses and water fountains were installed around all University buildings.

Example of a successful lobby 2,500 students completed our ‘Opinion Poll’. This is where you get to choose what campaign we should focus on for the coming year. Students wanted a focus on improving employability

As a result we developed an employability strategy which outlines ways that you can get the extracurricular experience you need to make you more employable after graduation.

The five full time Executive officers spent a tot al of over 3100 hours in Un iversity meetings making the student voice count where it matters

You said: University Accommodation was poor value for money and improvements needed to be made to quality and customer service. We: Presented your feedback to the University alongside research of comparative Universities and other feedback. The University has identified Accommodation as a key area for improvement and we will continue to lobby and support you in this area.

Win! Because of this strategy £40,000 was invested by the ALSS Faculty and the Faculty of Science and Technology into equipment for the SU Academy. This equipment allows students to get hands on experience working in a live music environment as part of their course.


This year students nationally faced the biggest change to Hig her and Further Education in history

You said: IT at Anglia Ruskin was poor and needed huge investment. We: Lobbied for an additional ÂŁ20,000 investment into the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) and online quiz tools. We have also started to form focus groups to gather your voice, fed directly to the VLE project. Investment is being made into my.anglia to improve communication and make timetables/tasks easier to access. More open access IT has been made available on all campuses and for much longer including some specialist labs. www.angliastudent.com | Lobby

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You said: Feedback on your assessments was often difficult to read and understand. We: teamed up with Anglia Ruskin Teaching and Learning to find out how we could improve feedback. Thanks to your voice we lobbied the University who agreed that all feedback must be typed and follow a consistent format by 2012.

We worked closely with the National Union of Students (NUS) to lobby MPs to vote against the fee increase, meeting with Members of Parliament in London and constituen cies local to Anglia Ruskin. We were successful in Cambridge in this task , with Julian Huppert re-signing the NU S Pledge to vote AGAINST the increas e in fees on the 10th November.

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Every year during October and March we elect students to form the ‘Executive’, check out page 9 for the full details. Could you be part of this year’s Executive and help lead the Students’ Union in representing students? Sign up, put your name forward, run for election and change your life and the lives of Anglia Ruskin students in the process.

Election

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Stand for a full time officer position, campaign and win the votes of your fellow students and get elected. The elections in March are for the full time officers; President, Communications, Academic Affairs and two Student Experience positions. You’ll need to take a year out of University, or do it just after you’ve finished, and you’ll be paid £16,000 for your year in office.

All students get the chance to elect the representatives from their Faculty and campus. The students elected in October work voluntarily on a part time basis. Their job is to be the voice of their campus. The positions are Vice President, Vice Communications Officer, Vice Academic Affairs Officer, Vice Student Experience Officer in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Fulbourn, as well as Faculty Officers for FHSCE, ALSS, LAIBS and S&T on every campus where there are these Faculties. In total 28 positions are up for grabs.

Being part of the Exec gives you skills, training and responsibilities that really can help improve your chances of finding employment after University. Not everyone can say they’ve lead a charity with 30,000+ members before they’ve even graduated, but now is your chance! Want to know more? Contact the current President, Gerald Carew, to find out more g.carew@angliastudent.com


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Representation


We co-ordinate the student representation system and work alongside the University to ensure that students are represented throughout the institution.

Be a Student Rep

What are Student Reps? Some of the most important people in the University: they are elected by other students to be their voice. Student Reps sit on committees and attend meetings with staff to tell them what students think about their University experience. Every year group of every pathway should have at least one Student Rep. Could you be a Student Rep? If you care about the quality of your educational experience (remember you are paying for it!), about how you are being taught and the facilities and support that Anglia Ruskin University provides for you, as a Student Rep you can influence decision making on those issues. Being a rep also gives you a great opportunity to learn some important transferable skills, enhance your CV and meet lots of new people. See the quotes below from current Student Reps.

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How much work is it? As much as you want it to be; but as a minimum: (1) All Student Reps should attend their own Programme Committee (your pathway will be part of a ‘Programme’ of related pathways). There is one every semester and they last 1 – 2 hours. There are other meetings – we will let you know when they are happening – and you can get involved with these if you want to. (2) It is an important part of your role that you ask other students who are studying on your pathway what their views are, that you represent those views and feed back on outcomes. (3) Your Student Rep Coordinator will send you regular updates and we ask that you check your emails regularly and give us feedback. (4) All student reps are expected to complete and return the short Student Rep Survey that the Student Rep Coordinators send out towards the end of the academic year. www.angliastudent.com | Representation

How do I get elected as a Student Rep? During your first few weeks at University someone from the Students’ Union or one of your lecturers will talk to you about representation. Your Programme Leader will hold an election in the first few weeks – if not, come and see us in the SU office.

How will I know what to do? The SU employs Student Rep Co-ordinators to support and train Student Reps. They are very knowledgeable and provide guidance to Reps to help them to get the best from their role.

Where can I find out more information? You can find us in the SU Offices in the Tindal Building (Chelmsford), Helmore Building (Cambridge), Guild House (Peterborough) and next to the Student Common Room (Fulbourn) – if you don’t see us at one of your sessions in the first couple of weeks, come and say hello! Information is also available on our website www.angliastudent.com or on the VLE. 15


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Volunteering Service u Do you want to increase your chances of getting your dream job when you leave University? How about bulking up your CV with extra skills and experience? Volunteering can do all this and more!

The Cambridge and Chelmsford campuses have Volunteering Coordinators who are here to assist you in gaining a suitable volunteering position and to provide you with support every step of the way. We have connections with more than 100 organisations and are constantly adding new opportunities. At the end of each academic year, we can accredit your volunteering efforts so you get recognition for your hard work! Drop in or email us to make an appointment.

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Lots of the trips and activities are open to student parents to bring along their children: just look out for the child friendly logo. So why not take a break from all the stress of Uni work and come along?

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Give it a Gos (GIAGs) are one off or limited number activities and trips that we put on throughout the year. Previously activities have ranged from learning sign language to rock climbing, cheese & wine tasting and website development, along with trips to Brighton, London, Thorpe Park and West End shows.

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Give it a Go is all about trying something new, something you may never have done before or something you never thought you would.

For a full list of what’s happening this year on your campus visit www.angliastudent.com

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Clubs &Societies So what’s on offer if you want to do more at University in your spare time other than study in the library? Why not get involved in a little bit of extra-curricular activity during your time here, make some new friends & get some extra skills for your CV – join a Club or Society!

al “its the most soci done, thing I have ever made some great friends for life.”

We have over 80 sports clubs and societies at Anglia Ruskin so there’s something for everyone. However if you can’t find something for you then set up your own! All you need is 10-15 people interested in the same activity. Come and speak to Emily or Conor (Student Experience Officers) to find out how to get started.

the brilliant Burlesque, Alternative Music, LGBT, Interactive Gaming, Glee Club and Theatre Society mean there is something for everyone. For a full list of clubs and societies visit our website www. angliastudent.com/clubs now!

If you like your sport, or just want a fun way to keep fit, we’ve got it covered, from Rugby to Basketball, Volleyball to Rowing or even Martial arts, Dance, Cheerleading, Ultimate Frisbee & loads more. Don’t worry you don’t have to be a pro, beginners are more than welcome. Joining a society is another great way to make new friends. Our religious societies, Faculty related societies such as Psychology and general interest societies such as

Can’t find what yo u’re looking for? Start your own cl ub or society!

So whether you want to meet people of the same faith as you, hear an interesting guest speaker related to your course or try something completely unrelated altogether then join up. You can join as many clubs and societies as you like, everyone is welcome.

Need to enhance your CV? Get some fantastic CV skills whilst having fun by getting involved in running a club or society. All clubs and societies are run by students; becoming a committee member gives you skills you won’t get anywhere else. Committee members are voluntary roles so your hours spent volunteering can be recognised by our volunteering accreditation scheme so every hour you put in gets noticed and can be added to your CV! New and exciting clubs and societies are springing up all the time so keep a close eye on the website for the latest additions.


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Join a Club or Society Online Today Go to our website angliastudent.com and register with your name and e-mail address Browse through our huge range of clubs and societies and choose the ones that interest you, click join. Some clubs and societies have a small joining fee which you can pay for securely online.

And that’s it, you are now a member of a club or society. You’ll be contacted on the e-mail address you’ve given by the club or society president about the next meeting or event.

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Cambridge Gym In Cambridge, we run a fully equipped gym in the Helmore building which provides the perfect setting to get fit, unwind and socialise. The gym staff are affiliated to the Register of Exercise Professionals, whilst the gym itself has achieved the Fitness Industry Association standard to ensure you receive the best possible care whilst exercising. We pride ourselves on offering a friendly, professional environment which is key to helping you achieve your fitness goals.

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We also have a new Studio located in the Bryant building. The studio is available for use by registered clubs and societies and there is also an aerobic class programme that anyone can join. Visit our website for the latest class information.

The gym is equipped with a range of cardiovascular equipment such as Concept Rowers, LifeFitness cross-trainers, treadmills, and cycles. The resistance section has Nautilus fixed station equipment providing a total body workout. There is also a free weights area with dumbbells ranging from 2.5 - 35 kg, a Smith Bench Press and Cable Crossover. We also have a specific stretching area to help improve your flexibility, work your core abdominals or lower back muscles. The gym also offers changing, showering and locker facilities.

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To help support your training sessions we also offer the following services to enhance your success in achieving your fitness goals: Personal Gym Programmes / Fitness Evaluations / Personal Training / Aerobics Classes

If you would like to join the gym just call in and see a member of the team. Please note: for your own health and safety you must complete a medical questionnaire and have an induction session before becoming a gym member.

For opening times and prices please visit www.angliastudent.com email gym@angliastudent.com or call 01223 460008.


t n e d u t S s e i t i v i t c A s e r t n e C Our Apple Regional Training Centres (RTC) focus on improving students’ creativity and computer skills by using Apple technology. We’re the first Students’ Union in the country to become an Apple RTC. This collaboration provides you with an environment where you can enhance your learning through top of the range technology and help you to progress further in your studies.

We run training sessions to help encourage students to become more advanced in video making, podcasting, as well as Numbers, Pages and Key Note, Apple’s equivalent to Excel, Word and Power Point.

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The sessions will benefit all students and it’s especially useful for trainee teachers to explore how technology can break down barriers between different ability groups, and between the classroom and the outside world. The Macs are available to use during the day from 9am-5pm in the Student Activity Centres. (When training sessions are taking place availability may vary). The training centres are based in our Student Activities Centres on the first floor

of the Tindal Building in Chelmsford and the first floor of the Helmore building in Cambridge (next to the gym). Look out for the Student Activities Coordinator who will be in the centres and able to help with any Apple queries you may have.

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For £32.00 per year you will be entitled to use the Mildmay Fitness Suite, Sports Hall and participate in the Sport and Active Lifestyles classes along with the added bonus of a Leisure Plus Card from Chelmsford Borough Council with 500 loyalty points which gives you discounts on sporting activities and courses at their facilities. We require a completed Leisure Card Application Form and one passport size photo.

The Fitness Suite is fully air conditioned and has Pulse Fitness resistance and cardio vascular equipment which carries Inclusive Fitness Accreditation. Everybody wishing to use the Fitness Suite must see one of our Fitness Instructors for either a full induction or a work around. These are free when you join and are available Monday - Friday. Please ask at Mildmay Reception for an appointment and information of the up to date membership fees.

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Excel gym & free weights at Riverside, Chelmsford Sport & Athletic Centre, South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre and Dovedale.

Swimming - any public sessions at Riverside and South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre. Creche - anytime at Riverside (one hour per day).

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Excel exercise classes (dryside & pool) - anytime at Riverside, Chelmsford Sport & Athletic Centre, South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre and Dovedale.

Mildmay Opening hours during teaching time are as follows: Monday-Friday 7.45am - 10pm Saturday– 11 noon - 6pm Sunday– 11 noon - 8pm

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Free car parking at Chelmsford Sport & Athletic Centre, Dovedale and South Woodham Ferrers Leisure Centre. Free parking pass at Riverside (while using centre, max three hours). A free initial Excel gym induction (excluding TGS key at Riverside) if not already completed. Ice-skating - Two free Ice Skate sessions per member on Wednesday night. Leisure Plus card - All students receive, free of charge with 500 loyalty points (value £5) preloaded on their card for use at any of Chelmsford Borough Councils Leisure Centres.

Mildmay will be closed at certain times of the year, notably Christmas, Easter and Bank Holidays. Dates and times are subject to change and will be advertised in advance. For further information please visit the website www.anglia.ac.uk/sport Steve Dupree stephen.dupree@anglia.ac.uk 01245 493131 ext. 4311 01245 684311 Claire Markwell claire.markwell@anglia.ac.uk 01245 493131 ext. 4321 01245 684321 Email: sports@anglia.ac.uk Facebook: Anglia Ruskin University Sport & Active Lifestyles Twitter: @ARUSport Membership Freeze - contract length would be a minimum of 6 months and students would be able to freeze their membership free of charge for the months they were not at University.


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99.63% Percentage of students who would reccomend the service to a friend

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What is the SU Advice Service?

It is a free service that is completely independent from the University. The people who work there are employed by the Students’ Union, not Anglia Ruskin University. The service has a quality mark awarded by the Legal Services Commission, which means that we have a Code of Practice, ensuring that you receive a high standard of guidance.

18,975

(Student feedback from the Advice Service Feedback Sheets)

Number of Academic Appeals made via the Advice service between Aug 2010 – Jan 2011

Who are the Advisers?

They are permanent members of Students’ Union staff who have been specifically trained to advise Anglia Ruskin University students. All of the Advisers have worked previously in an advisory capacity and have a wealth of knowledge and experience. .

Number of contacts made with students by the Advice Service Sep 2010 – May 2011

“I have used the Students’ Union to get some advice on an issue that was affecting me in my placement area. They gave me very good advice and help me resolve the issue to my satisfaction.”

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“I was helped through a situation which was extremely stressful for me. Without my Students’ Union Adviser I don’t know what I would have done”

Who do the Advisers work with?

What problems do students take to the Advice Service?

Tessa Byars

Edna Johnston

Laura Wakefield

Caroline Tranter

Feedback from the Big 10 survey 2011

Advisers are trained to help students with a whole range of issues: from helping to resolve a grievance relating to their educational experience; assisting if things go wrong in University accommodation; advising on an academic appeal; providing guidance on the University’s regulations; accompanying students to meetings and hearings; or just providing a listening ear.

Advisers have access to other departments and agencies both within the University and externally. When appropriate, and with the student’s permission, they are able to liaise with the Student Advisers allocated to Faculties, who help students with Faculty-specific issues, and with Student Services Advisers, who provide learning support, counselling, financial assistance and careers guidance. Often a student has a whole raft of issues and the Advisers will give them time to sift through these so that the appropriate help may be accessed.


100% Percentage of students who rated the service excellent (99%) or good (1%)

What other help is available from the Advice Service? The Advice Service produces a range of leaflets. The ‘academic’ leaflets aim to interpret the rules and regulations of the University in a user-friendly way and the ‘welfare’ leaflets aim to provide basic help – a full list is shown below. Information is also available on our website www.angliastudent.com

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How do I arrange to see an Adviser? Students may telephone, write to, e-mail or visit the Advice Service in person. Advisers respond to students promptly – over the nine month period of the 2009-10 academic year, 98% of requests for appointments received a reply within one working day. Students from Fulbourn and Peterborough are assisted by the Cambridge campus Advisers and appointments via telephone and email are routinely provided. Students from the University’s UK and international partner colleges may seek assistance relating to academic issues and this is provided via the Cambridge campus Advice Service.

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Categories of assistance Advisers worked hard to assist students to ensure that their voices were heard and this had a direct impact on retention, a factor that has been acknowledged by senior members of the University. The main category of casework is related to academic issues but Advisers also assisted students with: •Health and personal concerns •Financial problems •Accommodation issues •Employment rights

968

Number of new cases between Sept 2010 and May 2011, a rise of 34%

Contact Us: Cambridge Fulbourn Peterborough SU Advice Service, Cambridge Campus, 1st floor Helmore 01223 460008 cambridge.advice@angliastudent.com

Senior Adviser: Tessa Byars Adviser: Edna Johnston

Chelmsford SU Advice Service, Chelmsford Campus, 1st floor Tindal 01245 258178 chelmsford.advice@angliastudent.com

Adviser: Caroline Tranter Adviser: Laura Wakefield

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Health NHS Direct 0845 4647 Crime Crimestoppers 0800 555111 Victim Support 0845 030900 Abuse Domestic Violence 0808 2000247 Drugs & Alcohol Drug Helpline (Frank) 0800 776600 Drug Information (Release) 0845 4500215 Alcohol Concern 020 72640510 Eating Eating disorders (B-eat) 0845 634 1414 Sexual health HIV & AIDS (Avert) Pregnancy & Abortion 08457 30 40 30 Smoking National Smoking Quitline 0800 0224332 Mental Wellbeing Mental Health 0845 7660163 Self Harm Samaritans 08457 909090 UK Universities Counselling Services 0845 196 2598 LGBT The Lesbian & Gay Foundation 0845 3303030 Disabilities Students with Disabilities 020 7450 0620 Other Support International Student Affairs 020 7450 0620 Student Finance

General Useful Contacts

Very useful contacts


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Civil Contacts Citizens Advice Bureau 08444 994120 City Council 01733 747474 Abuse Rape Crisis & Sexual Abuse 01733 843383 Sexual Health Sexual Health Clinic (Edith Cavell Hospital) 01733 875077 Police Thorpe Wood Police Station 01733 563232 Hospital Peterborough District Hospital 01733 874000

Peterborough

Hospital Broomfield Hospital 0844 220002 Police Essex Police 0300 333444 Sexual Health Sexual Health Clinic (St. Johns Hospital) 01245 513697 Civil Contacts Citizens Advice Bureau 01245 354720 Borough Council 01245 606606 Abuse Rape and Sexual Abuse Counselling Centre 01245 492123 Domestic Violence 01245 493114 Local GP Rivermead Gate Medical Centre01245 348688

Chelmsford

www.peterboroughcab.org.uk www.peterborough.gov.uk

www.domestic-violence.co.uk

www.chelmsfordcab.org www.chelmsford.gov.uk

www.essex.police.uk

www.meht.nhs.uk

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Chelmsford 01245 258 178

Peterborough 0845 196 5560

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Mondays are Fat Poppadaddys @ Fez Club Fat Poppadaddys is a Cambridge institution, packed to the rafters week in week out for over 12 years. It forms an essential part of your uni experience in Cambridge! The award winning DJs play an absolutely massive selection of INDIE, 60s, HIP HOP, FUNK, DNB, ELECTRO, 80s, DUBSTEP AND REGGAE, mash it all up and keep the dance floor packed full.

Wednesdays are Skint @ The SU Bar Skint is the ultimate in value for money to get you ready for your Wednesday night, with an incredible amount of drinks offers, resident DJ’s to get the night started and shuttle buses into Chelmsford there is no better way of starting your Wednesday nights. To add more value to the night we also have discounted entry into one of the best night clubs in town!

Wednesdays are Mid Week Mash Up @ Vodka Revolution (Revs) Anglia Ruskin and Vodka Revolution have been running the biggest and best Wednesday student night in Cambridge for the past 3 years. Year on year we build on our success and create new and improved additions to the night. Mid Week Mash Up is the only place to be seen on a Wednesday night. Thursdays are Lets Kill Disco @ Lola Lo LET’S KILL DISCO is the flagship student night at Lola Lo. LETS KILL DISCO or LKD is a student night that has been smashing up the south coast for the last three years and is now finally come to Cambridge with award winning DJ’s that play anything under the sun from DnB and Dubstep to RnB. Fridays are Flirt! @ Vodka Revolution (Revs) Flirt! Has had 3 years of great success at The Academy on the Cambridge campus and with the flirt! brand having a major overhaul we thought it was time to combine the best student brand with the best venue in Cambridge city centre. Flirt! Will be running every Friday with great drinks deals, your favourite themes, dress ups, a great range of music and a real party atmosphere. www.angliastudent.com | More Stuff | Nightlife

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The best clubs in Chelmsford on your doorstep Candy Club Candy Club is a luxurious, newly refurbished 620 capacity venue with a state of the art sound and lighting system, with great visuals and décor to rival any West End venue. 3 beautiful bars allocated around the club, with dedicated bar tenders serve freshly made cocktails and premium branded drinks. The Candy Club can be found on Barrack Square. Missoula The hottest bar on the Chelmsford circuit, you’ll find Missoula on Springfield Road and is the perfect place for fashionistas mixing style, with the latest DJ’s and music, gorgeous cocktails and tempting bar food. Playful by day, lively by night, join us as we mix the latest sounds and sips. The Golden Fleece If you fancy a slightly alternative night The Golden Fleece is a leading venue in both Essex and the South East of England for live bands. The Golden Fleece can be found on Duke Street. 33


The shop is located on the Cambridge campus. You can buy a range of great value products including stationery, snacks, sandwiches, drinks, branded clothing, greetings cards and academic diaries. The shop is tailored to the needs of the students on the Cambridge campus. As with all of the Students’ Union commercial outlets, the profit made by the shop is fed directly back into providing you with better services. The Chelmsford, Peterborough and Fulbourn offices also stock a range of products such as branded clothing and stationery. The Students’ Union operates an online shop to allow you to buy branded hoodies, academic diaries or selected art supplies from anywhere in the world! You can pay securely by card online and items can be dispatched via first class post or collected from the Students’ Union shop or offices. Shop (Cambridge) or offices (Chelmsford, Peterborough & Fulbourn). Visit the online shop via our website www.angliastudent.com

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Supermarket

Bus We run a FREE bus service to one of the local supermarkets in your area. The buses run from the Cambridge campus every Tuesday and Thursday and from the Chelmsford campus every Thursday.

The bus runs start from 4pm. The SUpermarket Bus is available to all students and you don’t have to live in halls of residence to take advantage of this fantastic free service. For more information and an up to date timetable visit www.angliastudent.com

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Offices The Students’ Union offices are staffed by helpful, friendly people who will point you in the right direction if you’re lost or help you out with general queries. They also provide facilities for faxing and photocopying.

The offices in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Fulbourn stock a small selection of stationery and other shop goods including University-branded hoodies. The Executive Officers and supporting Students’ Union staff can also be found in, or contacted via, the office and students are welcome to drop by anytime for information or a chat.

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Many students find employment during their studies. If you’re thinking about taking on a parttime job whilst at Uni why not work somewhere that uderstands the student lifestyle. We are always looking for enthusiastic, hard working students who would like to work with us. We have a wide range of employment opportunities from gym advisors to office reception staff, and more.

Launderette We run a launderette for students on the Cambridge campus. It is located in the Ruskin Building and is accessible until 9pm. There are full wash and dry facilities available and free wifi for you to catch up on work whilst the washing spins.

We offer competitive rates of pay, a professional working environment and flexible hours to fit in with your studies. All positions will be posted online at www.angliastudent.com: have a look at our current vacancies.

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The NUS Extra card The NUS Extra card is produced by the ‘National Union of Students’ for students. It gives you hundreds of exclusive discounts on the high street and online. These include Amazon, Ticketmaster, Superdrug, McDonalds, Matalan, La Senza, Warehouse, Oasis, Madame Tussauds and many more.

NUS Extra will cost you just £11 per year, 2011/12 cards available now. The National Union of Students’ estimates that the NUS Extra card saves each student an average of £280 per year; a tremendous saving considering how little it costs.

The NUS Extra card is different from your Anglia Ruskin student card as it is nationally recognised and can also be used for online purchasing.

You can purchase an NUS Extra Card from one of the Students’ Union Offices, at Freshers’ Fair or online at www.nus.org.uk or our website www.angliastudent.com


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