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Student Guide 2017 / 18
How to make the most of your Union With so much happening in one building, it can be difficult to keep track of what we’re up to. Luckily, there’s a number of easy ways to get the latest Strath Union updates. All-Student Email strathunion.com
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Every two weeks throughout the academic year, you’ll receive our All-Student Email from your Union President, covering upcoming events, activities and more. Visit our Website. See everything we do all on one platform! Keep an eye on our regularly updated Latest News section for all our events, campaigns and opportunities! Follow us on Social Media. Like our Facebook page, follow us on Instagram or Twitter to ensure that you’re the first to hear what we’re up to. @StrathclydeUnion
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President Calvin Hepburn
• Ensure all Wednesday afternoons are free for sports and activities. • Push The University to reintroduce a study week in the first semester before exams. • Make The Union a hive of activity everything is by students, for students. 0141 567 5066 ussa.president@strath.ac.uk @calvhepburn
VP Education Mohammed Alhassan
• Increase availability of relevant industry software & tools and ensure all students involved develop competence in using them. • Introduce mentorship programmes to many departments in The University. • Improve engagement in Democracy & Representation activities. 0141 567 5041 ussa.vpe@strath.ac.uk @MMiftahualkhair1 @Mohammed Muftahu Alhassan @mohammedmuftahu
VP Diversity
VP Support
• Improve the offerings The Union has for international students. • Ensure The Union and The University has good gender balance & equality through campaigns. • Increase the awareness and acceptance of our liberation groups.
• Help all widening access students to be proactively supported. • Ensure The University of Strathclyde has an effective amount of mental health provisions. • Promote cheaper student accommodation and rights of tenants.
0141 567 5028 ussa.vpd@strath.ac.uk
0141 567 5029 ussa.vps@strath.ac.uk
Taylor Wong
@Taylor Marley Wong
Keith Burns
@KeithBurnsVPS (fb)
VP Volunteering & Development Liam McCabe
• A more social and ecological student village. • Language and exchange opportunities for more students. • Better support, recording & rewards for volunteers. 0141 567 5056 ussa.vpvd@strath.ac.uk @Limeroo @_liammccabe
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12 Hour Tuesdays The legendary student night returns for another year! All drinks £1.50 The Union / Barony Bar / 3pm
Krystyna Lennon & Hypno Dog A dog that can actually hypnotise people? Yes, you heard that right.
Jack Maynard Live DJ set from the YouTube sensation (chance to meet and greet after gig!)
Headphone Disco A firm Freshers’ Favourite
UV Paint Party Rave Warning: This will get messy!
The Union / Vertigo / 7pm £8 Entry
The Union / Barony Bar / 10pm £5 Entry
The Union / Barony Bar / 10.30pm £3 Entry
The Union / Vertigo / 11pm £4 Entry
Welcome To Scotland It’s ceilidh time at Strathclyde! The Union / Vertigo / 8pm £5 Entry
Student Anthems DJs taking you through to the early hours. The Union / Barony Bar / 10pm
Friday 15th Sept. Campus Tours & Goody Bag Giveaways The Union foyer / 10am - 3pm
Glasgow Bus Tours Tour the whole of Glasgow, in style. Tickets £11, save £2 on regular student price! Meet outside The Union / 12 noon
Postgraduate Society Scavenger Hunt Solve riddles, find locations, win prizes! The Union / The Yard / 3pm
Postgraduate Welcome Meet fellow Postgrad students. Free food & drinks. The Union / Barony Bar / 5pm
Friday Bud Light Presents Get into that Friday feeling at the Barony with live music from G33s. £1.00 a pint from 5pm - 3am The Union / Barony Bar / 4pm
We Love The 90s! Every week the Barony Bar goes back to the 90s. The Union / Barony Bar / 9pm
Cascada She’s back, and it’s going to be better than ever! The Union / Vertigo / 10pm £7 Entry
Dates for the diary 19 Sept / 3 Oct / 7 Nov / 16 Jan / 6 Feb / 6 Mar
March 2018
Come along to meet the organisations you could volunteer for and build your network.
Your chance to vote on who you think should run your Union.
Student Volunteering Network
3 Oct / 14 Nov / 23 Jan / 27 Feb
Student Parliament
Have a say in The Union’s campaigns & influence policy. October
Black History Month
Big Student Elections
March
Women’s History Month A month dedicated to the recognition of achievements of women throughout history. 14 Mar
Glasgow Taxis Cup
Heightening awareness & knowledge of black history and the contributions made.
The biggest student varsity sports competition between The University of Strathclyde, Glasgow Caledonian & Glasgow University.
22 Nov - 22 Dec
15 - 16 Mar
Facilitating open discussions to raise awareness and challenge preconceived ideas about what disability is.
Scotland’s Students’ Associations come together to discuss, debate & vote on the policies, and elect the new NUS student officers.
1 Feb
21 Mar
Disability History Month
Ask the Principal Your chance to submit questions on education issues that matter to you to the Principal, himself. February
LGBT+ History Month Celebrating LGBT+ lives and the history of gay rights and related civil rights movements. 24 Feb
Sports Ball Easily the most anticipated night in the sports calendar.
NUS Scotland Conference
Strathclyde Student Volunteer Awards Rewards and recognises individuals who have gone above & beyond for their peers and communities. 27 - 29 Mar
NUS National Conference Delegates from Student Unions gather to debate and vote on motions and elect the political leadership for the year ahead. 11 May
Teaching Excellence Awards Recognises lecturers and tutors at Strathclyde who inspire and stimulate our learning.
Term Dates semester 1
11 Sept 2017 - 5 Jan 2018
semester 2
8 Jan 2018 - 18 May 2018
term 1
11 Sept 2017 - 15 Dec 2017 (14 weeks)
term 2
8 Jan 2018 - 30 Mar 2018 (12 weeks)
term 3
16 Apr 2018 - 18 May 2018 (5 weeks)
Student Holidays Christmas holidays:
18 Dec 2017 - 7 Jan 2018
Spring holidays:
2 Apr 2018 - 15 Apr 2018
University Closed 25 Sept 2017 23 Dec 2017 - 3 Jan 2018 30 Mar & 2 Apr 2018 7 / 28 May 2018 13 / 16 Jul 2018
CYBER SECURITY MATTERS Your security online is an important aspect of your personal safety. Be safe online by following these simple tips: ■ ■ ■ ■
Keep your password strong Protect all your devices Be aware of phishing attacks Stay safe on social media
Visit Myplace to access your online cyber security training.
For more information visit: www.strath.ac.uk/it/itsecurity For support: e: help@strath.ac.uk; t: 0141 548 4444 The University of Strathclyde is a charitable body, registered in Scotland, with registration number SC015263.
Key Contacts Health & Safety Glasgow Royal Infirmary Hospital: 0141 211 4000 Student Health Service: 0141 548 3916 Campus Security: 0141 548 2222
Students’ Union & University Strathclyde Students’ Union: 0141 567 5000 @StrathclydeUnion @StrathUnion strathclydeunion University of Strathclyde: 0141 552 4400 @UniversityOfStrathclyde @UniStrathclyde
@unistrathclyde
Careers Service: 0141 548 4320 Student Finance Support Team: 0141 548 2753 Student Counselling Service: 0141 548 3510 Disability Service: 0141 548 3402 International Student Support Team: 0141 548 4273 Residence Services: 0141 548 3454 Safety Services: 0141 548 2726
General Glasgow City Council: 0141 287 2000 Citizens Advice Bureau: 0141 552 5556 Royal Mail Customer Service: 08457 740 740
Utilities Gas Emergencies: 0800 111 999 Electricity Emergencies: 0800 092 9290 Scottish Water: 0845 601 8855
Keep it Clean Glasgow City Council (Environment): 0141 287 9700
Travel Traveline Scotland: 0871 200 2233 SPT: 0141 332 6811 National Rail Enquiries: 0345 748 4950 Glasgow Airport: 0844 481 5555 Glasgow Taxi Safe Home Scheme: 0141 429 7070
Student Guide 2017 / 18 Special thanks: To Strath Photo Club, Indonesian Student Association in Greater Glasgow ( PPI Greater Glasgow ), unsplash.com for providing photography. To The University of Strathclyde, The University of Strathclyde Alumni Fund, NUS Scotland, Domino’s, Endsleigh Insurance Services Ltd, First Bus. THE UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION IS A CHARITY REGISTERED IN SCOTLAND, NO: SC005914. ALL PROCEEDS GO TOWARDS STUDENT SERVICES.
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