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Hello!

I'm Joe, the Activities Officer for 2014/15. My role is to represent and support all societies and student-run groups to ensure every one of you gets the absolute most out of your time at Nottingham.

Whether you’re looking to boost your CV, develop existing skills or just hang out with the people who share your interests or beliefs, this is the place and the time to do it.

Come down to Welcome Fair on the 22nd, 23rd or 24th of September and there'll be plenty of help available from our fantastic students and staff, who can help to find the activity for you. Can’t get to the Fair? No problem.

Once you’ve decided on some activities you can easily sign up online at any time of year, regardless of whether you’ve had chance to visit the stalls.

Look out for our Gold Societies - groups that’ve gone the extra mile to give their members the best possible experience. They’ll be marked throughout the guide with a Gold Award badge.

Oh, and if we don't have a society that suits you then not to worry - all students have the opportunity to create their own! Drop me a line to find out more.

In my view, without societies and student-run activity, University just wouldn’t be the same. So, make the most of your time at Nottingham and get involved!

Best of luck for the upcoming year, Joe Caunce Activities Officer suactivities@nottingham.ac.uk @UoNSUActivities

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VOLUNTEERING

STUDENT-LED PROJECTS Have an idea for a charitable project? Come and chat to the staff at the SVC to make it happen!

Our student-led projects are run by students for the benefit of others, and you can get involved in any of the below or start your own.

B-EAT B-EAT is a self-help group for people suffering with eating disorders. We support attendees and help them to meet people suffering from similar struggles, while also welcoming friends and family of those affected. Working with the national B-EAT organisation, our vision is simple – eating disorders will be beaten.

COMMUNITY REPS The Community Reps are a team of students creating positive change in Nottingham. We use surveys to find out the problems worrying students and permanent residents, and then work out how to solve them together.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP UoNSU Type 1 Diabetes Support Group is for students with type 1 diabetes, their friends and their family. We provide valuable information about the help students can get and raise awareness within the University of diabetes and its symptoms.

GOLDEN FUTURES A student-run charity which provides interest free loans and support to disadvantaged Cambodians. Every year we fundraise and promote the charity in Nottingham and send a group of volunteers out to Cambodia to carry out the project. Volunteering with Golden Futures gives you the once in a lifetime opportunity to work on a truly innovative project providing direct help to those in need.

HEALTH 4 YOUTHS Health 4 Youths delivers workshops to younger people about issues such as depression, stress, anxiety, drugs, alcohol, eating disorders and sexual health. Sessions take place in various schools in Derby and Nottingham.

INTERVOL Want to volunteer abroad? You could go to Africa with this student-led project. Volunteers fundraise together as a group to raise the cash to travel to Uganda, where they work with a local health and sanitation non-government organisation.

KNIT-A-SOC Whether you’re a natural knitter, total rookie or just someone looking to brush up on your skills, Knit-a-Soc wants you! With Knit-A-Soc you can use your enthusiasm for the craft to impact the lives of others. You can also work on your own projects!

MARROW Marrow works alongside Anthony Nolan to save lives from blood cancers by recruiting potential bone marrow donors to the national register. They encourage volunteers to become actively involved in making decisions and are always keen to hear new ideas!

NOTTINGHAM STUDENT SOUP RUN The volunteers for the Nottingham Student Soup Run prepare and deliver food to the centre of town, chat to the homeless and signpost them to other relevant services in Nottingham.

We also organise fundraising events throughout the year.

READ INTERNATIONAL READ International is a registered charity established by Nottingham students in 2004. Our student volunteers at the University collect unused school books from students and pupils in Nottingham and send them to Tanzania to benefit schools.

SHARE UGANDA SHARE Uganda focuses on providing healthcare to the Rakai region of the country, and so far the projects have reached over 600 children. We are a small and focused fundraising group who run large and small scale events throughout the year.

SPRINGBOARD The Springboard Project provides year 10 students of African-Caribbean heritage with an engaging insight into the culture of higher education. We’re looking for students of AfricanCaribbean or dual heritage to join the project and become mentors.

THEODORA CHILDREN’S TRUST Theodora Children’s Trust is a charity that raises money to provide Giggle Doctors - trained entertainers - to hospitals all over the country, including the QMC. We’re looking for dedicated volunteers who are willing to support a very worthy cause.

UON COMMUNITY FIRST RESPONSE CFR is a new scheme set up in partnership with the East Midlands Ambulance Service.

Volunteers are trained to provide lifesaving first aid; they will then use these skills whilst responding to high priority 999 calls.

Voice Your Rights is a community-based project that focuses on raising awareness of human rights. The project aims to give a voice to people, enabling them to stand for what is right and support one another in the process.

WORKING IN TANDEM This project supports educational projects in Tanzania, currently an education centre built

by Nottingham students in 2005. WiT aim to raise awareness within the University and wider community about issues surrounding Africa and its development.

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SPORTS

With over 74 different sports clubs ranging from rugby to rambling and table tennis to thai boxing, we boast one of the UK’s most diverse and successful sporting programmes.

There will be a series of trials running at the beginning of your first term here, details of which will be available from Week One Reps, online and at Welcome Fair. Most clubs have a no turn away policy, so you’ll most likely be able to get involved in whichever sport you choose!

We also have one of the country’s best student intra-mural sports (IMS) programmes, hosting 12 different weekly sports and many one-off tournaments throughout the year. IMS is a great way to be more involved in your society or hall by representing them in a sport team, and if you want to participate just get in contact with your relative hall committee or Society Sports Secretaries.

You can also sign up for the university’s

gym membership, which offers fantastic fitness suites across all campuses, a swimming pool (at University Park) and court/pitch hire. Find out more about membership in the University of Nottingham Sport Guide.

Sport doesn’t have to be something played at an elite level, although it may be for some, and as your SU Sports Officer I urge you to get involved, be active and try something new!

For more information pick up a copy of the University’s sports guide and follow the sports departments on Twitter: @UoNIMSport and @UoNSport Have a great year!

Kiri Madhani Sports Officer susports@nottingham.ac.uk @UoNSU_Sport

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Societies:

COURSE & CAREER

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Culture, Film and Media Economics and

AIESEC

Finance Emerging Markets

AmeriCan Society

English Soc

Archaeology

French and German

Architects Lectures (T&G)

GeogSoc

Architectural Engineering

Hispanic Society

Art History

History Society

Biochemistry

Journo Soc

Bio Soc

Law Society

Business Management & Leadership

LLM

ChemSoc

MAD Soc

ChemEnv

Math Soc

CivSoc

MBC&BBC

Classoc

MechSoc

Comp Soc

Mooting Society

Contemporary China

Mussoc

Psychology Society

Negotiation Society

Renewable Energy

Neuroscience Society

Shock Soc

Nottingham Entrepreneurs (NUMBS)

Slavonic Society

Pharmacy Society

Social Work Society

PhilSoc

Sociology

PhysSoc

The Bar Society

Politics Society

TheoSoc

Prod Soc

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NatSci Society

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ADVOCATE MAGAZINE The law magazine that edits and produces student-written articles on legal, political and broader issues. We welcome aspiring journalists as well as content editors, illustrators and technical editors. Grab a chance to be published and gain experience.

AIESEC AIESEC Nottingham strives to create future leaders though leadership development and cultural exchange. With a global platform of 124 countries, AIESEC offers the opportunity for students to voice their opinion and equip themselves with business knowledge, practical skills and self-confidence.

AMERICAN SOCIETY We’re open to any students with interests in American or Canadian culture. We run brilliant socials including bar crawls, dinners and trips to ice hockey games, while in the past we’ve held an American-style beer pong tournament, Thanksgiving dinners and even an International Charity Ball. We’re here for you to immerse yourself in the culture and, if you’re a Canadian or American student, to offer a great place to meet people from similar backgrounds.

ARCHAEOLOGY Interested in archaeology? We run a variety of events such as bar crawls and trips away and also host regular guest speakers, all to enhance your interest in an already exciting and constantly changing subject. We also enter sports teams in the intra-mural leagues, so if you fancy representing your course, get involved!

ARCHITECTS LECTURES (TONGUE & GROOVE) T&G membership provides free admission to multiple society events including parties and our weekly lecture series led by practicing architects. You’ll also get discounted entry to many of our other events and have the opportunity to get involved in activities that will aid your professional development.

ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING This society is for people with similar course interests and for those who want to get to know others outside of lectures. We run loads of different socials such as bowling, golf and collaborative events with other societies, plus lectures and seminars to support you with developing your course knowledge.

ART HISTORY Art History Soc is a great way to meet people on the course from all years and have a brilliant time doing so. We aim to provide students with socials ranging from bar nights to booze cruises, as well as course-enhancing gallery and city visits.

BIOCHEMISTRY We bring together Biochemistry students from all years, organising socials, events and even a parenting scheme to help freshers find their feet. If you’re into sport, we also have our own football and netball teams and are hoping to widen the amount of sports we offer this year.

BIO SOC Biology student or not, everyone is welcome to join BioSoc. We host sports teams, academic support, careers advice and events including bar crawls and trips to the zoo. We also run Module Surgeries and a brilliant Biological Parenting Scheme, which is a great way to gain advice from your peers about essay technique, exam preparation and coursework.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP SOCIETY We provide a community for Business students and those interested in business. Our main aims are to offer both social and informative events that will improve our members’ employability in the business world and management positions, including networking events, visits to local and international markets and termly socials.

CHEMSOC We are an academic society for all those involved in chemistry. Within ChemSoc we offer support to all members, plus the opportunity to meet other chemists via sports and socials, which range from bar crawls to the annual formal Science Ball. We also put on guest lectures and career events to help with your personal development.

CHEMICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SOCIETY (CHEMENV) For all chemical and environmental engineers, ChemEnv exists for one reason: you. From spectacular socials to brilliant opportunities to work with the community and excellent links with industry, we’ll keep you covered throughout your degree.

CIVSOC We bring together civil engineers from all year groups for socials and industry events, including site visits and meetings with engineering firms. We are also a part of the IMS league with football, rugby and netball teams.

CLASSOC Our society covers those studying Classics, Ancient History, Classical Civilisations or any combination of these with another subject, as well as those with a personal interest in the classical world. We run socials such as themed scavenger hunts and bar crawls, plus visits to museums and trips abroad to help develop your classical knowledge.

COMP SOC The official society of the School of Computer Science. We hold regular socials for our members as well as technology-related careers events and off-campus trips, including our annual visit to Hannover, Germany to attend CeBIT. CONTEMPORARY CHINA SOCIETY Have you ever wanted to learn about the Chinese culture, or meet like-minded people?

Maybe you are part of the School of Contemporary Chinese Studies? Formerly known as China China, we are here to give exciting cultural experiences as well as to provide a platform for creating new friendships.

ECONOMICS AND FINANCE SOC Open to anyone interested in the economic or financial career sector, we connect our members with industry-leading firms for workshops and networking sessions. We also offer the opportunity for hands-on experience within our three finance teams, plus regular socials and sporting events in the IMS leagues.

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CULTURE, FILM AND MEDIA SOCIETY (CFM SOC) The perfect society for students of all years of the Culture, Film and Media Department who are eager to merge academic and extracurricular activities whilst surrounded by their lecturers, tutors and other students. We’ll also offer trips to exhibitions, film screenings and cultural events to support your degree.

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EMERGING MARKETS We explore the role of emerging markets in global infrastructure and the careers associated, while connecting students to investors, global companies and organisations in all industries across the world. Regardless of what you study we will cater for all your career needs, organising trips, speakers, career workshops and networking events, plus regular socials.

ENGLISH SOC We provide a range of activities for students who study English to meet their course mates outside of lectures and seminars, including nights out, balls, coffee mornings and visits to the theatre. We have intra-mural sports teams for netball and football and, if you’re a first year wanting to learn the ropes and get advice, a buddy scheme for new students.

FRENCH AND GERMAN SOC (FaG SOC) We bring together people who have an interest in the language and culture of France and Germany. We provide our members with the opportunities to learn about France and Germany and hold great social events including film screenings and sports.

GEOGSOC GeogSoc aims to bring together students in the School of Geography with those who have an interest in all things geographical. Among our smaller events we provide socials, careers events, book sales, charity fundraisers, guest speakers, sports teams and more, plus big trips away and our infamous formal event, Globall.

HISPANIC SOCIETY Hola, amigo! We offer memorable events and activities while aiming to help non-native as well as Hispanic people to meet and enjoy university life. If friends, fun, food and fiesta are what you’re looking for, the search is over!

HISTORY SOCIETY A society for all those studying History at any level, whether in full or combined with another subject. We offer a multitude of activities including sports teams, volunteering projects, a yearly European trip and fantastic socials in and around Nottingham, all culminating in our amazing summer ball.

JOURNO SOC We are a resource for students interested in a career in journalism. We organise workshops and talks from industry professionals and offer classes to develop key skills such as shorthand and media law, in addition to providing the perfect environment to socialise and network with like-minded students. Journo Soc is also one of our media groups, a category you can view online.

LAW SOCIETY We provide support, representation, and an eventful calendar of activities to our members who are either part of the Law School or have an interest in law. Our main activities are socials, careers events and sports.

LLM The LLM Society is the student society of the Masters of Law programme, a taught programme with a broad variety of students coming from all over the world. Not only is the LLM Society there for you to make your year even more fun and interesting, but we’re here to support you.

MAD SOC (MARKETING ADVERTISING AND DESIGN) If you’re interested in gaining a greater understanding of marketing, advertising and design, or wish to apply your understanding of marketing, MAD is for you. We offer the opportunity to learn certain concepts and we also organise simulations and events to gain even greater experience.

MATH SOC We organise socials, quizzes, career events and networking opportunities as well as interesting maths talks throughout the year. With our regular socials and other events we’re a great place to meet students from all other years studying courses in mathematics.

MBC&BBC We are the society for students studying Medicinal & Biological Chemistry, and Biochemistry & Biological Chemistry. We provide support for all aspects of the course and we welcome everyone to join us in our socials and IMS sports teams. We also run really varied socials, whether you’re after a big night out or a quiet evening in.

MECHSOC MechSoc is the society for mechanical engineers and design engineers. Our aim is to help relieve the stresses and strains of studying an engineering degree through our commitment to three things: socials, careers and sport. Expect a buddy scheme for new students, a huge end of year ball and lots of socials, sports events and careers talks.

MOOTING SOCIETY ‘Mooting’ is the presentation of a legal argument in a mock court setting. We offer skills sessions which prepare members for the internal competitions, hold ‘friendly’ moots and enter teams for prestigious external mooting competitions.

MUSSOC The Union’s music society consisting of ten ensembles, auditioned and non-auditioned, all of which have weekly rehearsals. The groups range from opera and world music to jazz and even our own student-run orchestra. We work regularly with BlowSoc, organise workshops with professional musicians and conductors, have regular concerts and go on an annual overseas tour.

NEGOTIATION SOCIETY Twice a year we invite students to take part in a negotiation competition, which involves head to head negotiations between students based on fictional scenarios they are given. We offer workshops, talks and socials to teach you the key skill of negotiation, as well as to help you learn to think on your feet and under pressure.

NEUROSCIENCE SOCIETY A society for neuroscience students as well as others who are interested in the subject. We aim to help all years to integrate by holding regular socials, running a mentoring system and having our own football and netball teams. We meet at least once a month for socials, both evening and casual, and sports teams meet weekly for matches.

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NATSCI SOCIETY NatSci is the Natural Sciences society and is all about bringing everyone on our diverse course together for some fun! Being part of our society means you can take part in our epic socials, join our sports teams and go on our amazing trips.

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NOTTINGHAM ENTREPRENEURS Whether you want to start a business or learn from industry professionals, joining our community provides mentors from high-profile organisations including Google, Deloitte, and StartupBootcamp to guide you on your way. Dare to dream, take risks and challenge yourself; our ambitious society supports innovation and creativity, enabling you to collaborate and connect with other inspiring students.

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY MASTERS IN BUSINESS (NUMBS) Are you a postgraduate business student? This society is for you. Throughout the year we’ll be running a range of events designed to bring you all together in one place. We will hold events and socials, run sports activities, visit loads of places and have a good time getting to know one another.

PHARMACY SOCIETY (PHARMSOC) Socials, sports, suppositories – we have it all! Whether you’ve had yet another 9 o’clock start, or enough physical chemistry to make you physically sick, we’ll be here organising great social events to make it all worthwhile. So, shrug off that lab coat and make some friends outside of lectures at our huge range of events.

PHILSOC Our aim is to provide a base within which our members are free to philosophise and socialise amongst friends in a mind-nourishing environment, building relationships in the process.

Not only that, but from enlightening guest lecturers and scintillating pub quizzes to incredible bar crawls and river cruises, PhilSoc has all the socials you could wish for.

PHYSSOC *BEST DEPARTMENTAL SOCIETY ‘14* We run many events, trips and socials throughout the year, which in the past have included a CERN trip, socials, boat parties, telescope training, a Playzone trip, BBQs and guest lectures.

We also organise master class lectures from a variety of speakers for you to hone your knowledge and run several hugely popular sports teams.

POLITICS SOCIETY Providing something for those who enjoy politics, we host a variety of events from nights out to debates on current affairs and guest speakers from all walks of political life. We also work with schools and have our own sports teams.

PROD SOC We are a course society aiming to unite Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering students - we also welcome students from M3, as well as anyone with an interest in design.

We aim to offer members course-related help alongside socials and events.

PSYCHOLOGY SOCIETY PsychoSoc aims to develop the academic knowledge of those with an interest in psychology by providing opportunities to socialise with like-minded people. We organise events like book sales, film nights, community work, volunteering and socials to create a friendly and welcoming academic community.

RENEWABLE ENERGY We gather students who are interested in the energy field and green technology. We’re committed to educating students about the energy industry and renewable energy technologies that are growing rapidly day-by-day, and run lectures, talks and events that’ll give you the chance to network with industry-leading professionals.

SHOCK SOC A group of people interested in electrical and electronic engineering, we welcome anyone that is interested in anything to do with electrical or electronic devices. We love creating projects but also run loads of socials, from quiz nights to paintballing.

SLAVONIC SOCIETY Slavonic Society is aimed at those who are studying Slavonic languages, those who are interested in Slavonic languages and those who have a Slavonic background. Our social events, trips and monthly meetings are great ways to meet new people with similar interests and hobbies.

SOCIAL WORK SOCIETY We are a society for anyone who has a passion or interest in social work. We organise academic events to enhance learning, such as speakers and film nights, and non-academic events for socialising and relaxing like meals and nights out.

SOCIOLOGY (SOC SOC) We are a fun and sociable society bringing together all those who study Sociology. Over the next year we have many things planned for you to get involved and meet many like-minded people including BBQs, nights out and a weekend trip away.

THE BAR SOCIETY The Bar Society provides events for those interested in becoming a barrister. Our events range from trips to courts and chambers to mock trials and advocacy training. The Bar Council have described us as the best student-run Bar Society.

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THEOSOC TheoSoc is designed for all Theology students here at the University to help you get the most out of your course, help you through your degree and have a great time in the process. We don’t meet on a regular basis but organise events fairly frequently that range from talks and debates to film nights, pub nights and a whole host of other socials.

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Societies:

VOLUNTEERING, CAMPAIGNING & CURRENT AFFAIRS

AEGIS

People & Planet

Amnesty

PhabSoc

Article 25

Pro Bono Society

Barnardo’s

STAR (Student Action for Refugees)

Conservation Society

Stop AIDS

Conservatives (NCA)

Stop The Traffik Society

Engineers Without Borders

St John Ambulance

HOPE Soc

Student Minds

Labour Students

TEDxUON

MEDSIN

Unicef on Campus Society

Model United Nations

UoN Feminists

Nottingham Liberal Youth

Young Greens

Oxfam

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VOLUNTEERING, CAMPAIGNING & CURRENT AFFAIRS

AEGIS We are committed to campaigning, educating and fundraising to end genocide. We run speaker events, fundraising events and film screenings, and we also offer training for speaking and fundraising and run genocide awareness workshops in the local community.

AMNESTY We work with Amnesty International to raise awareness of domestic and global humanitarian issues by campaigning, protesting, fundraising and writing letters. Our society is a great way of supporting a fantastic cause while meeting other students who are passionate about human rights.

ARTICLE 25 Article 25 is an architectural charity dedicated to providing built solutions to global problems. We run workshops, lectures and design projects as well as organising a number of fundraisers and socials to raise awareness of the work that A25 do.

BARNARDO’S We unite all students who hold an interest in the children’s charity, Barnardo’s. We offer you a chance to give something back to society in a fun and enjoyable way, and through a combination of fundraising, campaigning and other events, bring together students with a shared belief that every child deserves the best start in life.

CONSERVATION SOCIETY We work together with local and national organisations to conserve our local green spaces. In the past we’ve built footpaths, constructed bird boxes and cleared weeds, and alongside our weekly practical sessions we hold events at weekends such as bird walks and nature food trails.

NOTTINGHAM CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION Nottingham University Conservative Association is the only Tory group on campus, bringing together like-minded individuals from the Right. We hold many social events throughout the year and visit both Westminster and Brussels, meeting famous politicians and enjoying all these cities have to offer.

ENGINEERS WITHOUT BORDERS Engineers Without Borders is an international non-profit organisation that uses engineering solutions in attempts to remove barriers to development. We give you the chance to get involved with workshops and training sessions, and additionally host talks by speakers on engineering and development.

HOPE SOC HOPE Soc is a brand new society created with the aim to establish a university-wide network for supporters of the small charity HOPE for Children. We want to raise awareness about ongoing international child poverty issues.

LABOUR STUDENTS We are a group of Labour-supporting students. We host guest speakers from both national and local Labour politics (including several Shadow Cabinet Members), organise local campaign events and hold several socials each term.

MEDSIN Medsin tackles health inequalities through local action, campaigning and education about under-reported health issues – but it’s not just for medics! We hold regular workshops on health topics, such as ‘Is Aid dead?’ and ‘UNCENSORED: The truth behind female circumcision.’ If you want to be active in the community and make a difference, Medsin could be for you.

MODEL UNITED NATIONS Model United Nations is a UN youth association: a simulation of UN organisations where you represent a country, defending their positions on an issue. All of the best universities host annual MUN conferences, and we’re no exception – you travel, party, and meet people from around the world, while boosting your CV and debating skills.

NOTTINGHAM LIBERAL YOUTH The University of Nottingham Liberal Youth combines campaigning and talks supporting Liberal causes to provide an interesting and fun society for both Liberal Democrats and all those who consider themselves Liberals.

OXFAM As a charity, Oxfam aims to raise awareness of poverty and suffering worldwide and campaign for change towards a more equal world. Our society organises events, fundraisers and workshops in a friendly atmosphere, as well as regular socials, all to support the Oxfam cause.

PHABSOC PhabSoc takes disabled young people on exciting day trips, such as Alton Towers and Cadbury World, every other Sunday. Members volunteer one-on-one, learning great life skills whilst having a brilliant day out. Taking part is rewarding, fun and a great opportunity to meet new people.

PRO BONO SOCIETY We run various projects which allow volunteers to help the community, from teaching primary school children about human rights to advising local prisoners on rehabilitation law. Although certain projects are law-related, we welcome students from all degree backgrounds.

ST JOHN AMBULANCE LINKS You find someone collapsed on the street – do you know what to do? We teach members essential first aid skills in weekly classes, and dedicated members can join the St. John Ambulance Unit, which provides first aid cover at numerous events and opportunities to get training and first aid qualifications.

STUDENT ACTION FOR REFUGEES (STAR) We create links with local refugees through visiting the Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Refugee Forum weekly. We support the refugee community by helping to teach English, cooking and befriending, while also campaigning for refugee rights.

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PEOPLE AND PLANET We are part of a national network campaigning for social justice and environmental rights.

We meet once or twice a fortnight to learn about and take action on a range of issues from ethical investment at the University to national climate change legislation.

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STOP AIDS The Nottingham Stop AIDS society is part of a national body of students that campaigns for universal access to HIV treatment. We aim to motivate young people to join the campaign by organising talks and social events, and by encouraging participation in the various lobbies and demonstrations for equality in HIV/AIDS healthcare.

STOP THE TRAFFIK SOCIETY Hundreds of thousands of people are trafficked across the world every year. Stop the Traffik Society is a group of students who believe this is wrong. We raise awareness of human trafficking and arrange events to support the cause, while offering the opportunity to be involved with and think up new ideas for campaigning and fundraising.

STUDENT MINDS We’re a campaigns group that works to promote positive wellbeing and mental health for students at Nottingham. We tackle the stigma attached to mental health, run support groups with the help and training of the national Student Minds organisation and run events and workshops over the academic year.

TEDxUON Based on TED talks, we bring students together to share ‘ideas worth spreading’ in a super relaxed environment. If you have any cool projects or like exploring the big ideas of the future, pop by one of our events.

UNICEF ON CAMPUS SOCIETY UNICEF is dedicated to improving children’s lives around the world, providing emergency relief and tackling poverty through long term solutions. The UNICEF society aims to fundraise and increase awareness of global problems for children within a friendly, sociable and engaging environment.

UON FEMINISTS University of Nottingham Feminists is a campaign group that promotes feminism as a positive thing within the University. We want to eliminate the stigma attached to the F-word; we’re bored of it being a radical notion. UoN Feminists is for all genders - please join us to bring feminist issues to the attention of students and make them realise that they are as relevant today as ever.

YOUNG GREENS We’re a political society affiliated to the Young Greens and Green Party of England and Wales. We aim to promote the Green Party, campaign for their core principles and have fun while doing it! We believe the best way to tackle the social and environmental problems the world faces is through political action, so we organise campaigns, trips and visits to conferences to make change happen.

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Societies:

HOBBIES, INTERESTS & LIFESTYLE

Art Soc

Film Making Society

Audience Soc

FlairSoc

Blade Soc

Food

Board Game Society

Game Soc

Book Club

Hack Soc

Cake Soc

Hide and Soc

Chess Society

High Society

Coeliac Society

Horse Racing

Comedy Soc

Ice Skating Society

Creative Writing Society

Improv Society

Dark Celluloid

Indoor Cricket Society

Darts

Jeet Kune Do

Debating Union

Juggling and Circus Skills

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Society

Jumpers for Goalpoasts

Fashion Soc

Kettlesoc

Real Ale Society

Living Hisory/Medieval Soc

Roleplaying & Wargames Society

Magic Society

Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Anime Society

Mah Jong

Scout and Guide Society

Muscle and Athletics Sports Society

Social Sport Society

Massage Society

Street Sports

Nerf Soc

The Silver Screen

Photo Soc

Travel Society

Poker Society

Vegetarian and Vegan

Pub Quiz Society

Western Animated Media

Public Speaking

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Quidditch & Harry Potter

Yoga Society

HOBBIES, INTERESTS & LIFESTYLE

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ART SOC Weekly life drawing sessions with materials provided, and by far the cheapest sessions in Nottingham. Each session is 2 hours long with a different nude model each week, and we also offer professionally-led workshops, painting classes, discounted gallery entry and a number of trips. A great way to keep up art at university, or to give it a try – you may be better than you think!

AUDIENCE SOC Love the theatre? So do we! We work with some of the major Nottingham theatres to get discounted tickets for plays, comedy shows, musicals, concerts and more. As a member you’ll get access to discounted tickets while also having the chance to meet like-minded students.

BLADE SOC Whether you want to learn to rollerblade or already know how, this is the society for you!

We cater for recreational skaters, aggressive bladers and roller hockey enthusiasts. Our weekly schedule includes beginner lessons, roller hockey, campus and organised street skates and indoor sessions.

BOARD GAME SOCIETY We meet weekly to play lots of fun games, from fighting monsters and escaping haunted mansions to solving murders and conquering distant lands. Whether you want to relax or play to win we have over 100 games for all occasions.

BOOK CLUB We are a really friendly, laidback society that brings book-lovers together in a place where they can discuss books and meet new people. Our book choices are based on monthly themes, which in the past have included everything from classic fiction to time travel.

Whether you whip out a book in every spare second, or you read a book a year, everyone is welcome.

CAKE SOC Cake Society meets each week at local kitchen facilities to create delicious baked goods.

Everyone is welcome, from novice bakers to those who can create absolute masterpieces – oh, and not forgetting those who just love to eat cake! We also hold socials throughout the year. We’re a friendly bunch and look forward to meeting you.

CHESS SOCIETY We bring fellow chess enthusiasts together in order to play and improve our technique.

We offer the opportunities to teach chess in schools, play league matches against other Nottinghamshire teams and play simultaneous matches against an International Master.

COELIAC SOCIETY Coeliac Society is a group of people who are either diagnosed with Coeliac Disease, or who choose to follow a gluten-free diet for other reasons. We aim to provide support for those living a gluten-free lifestyle through trips to coeliac-friendly cafés and the celebration of events like pancake day with gluten-free treats.

COMEDY SOC ComedySoc is for anyone who appreciates comedy, whether they perform or not. We host stand-up comedy nights with established comics, visit local comedy clubs and even host open-mic nights for any aspiring comedians.

CREATIVE WRITING SOCIETY We aim to support you with your creative writing, whether you’re writing for fun, good health, or even for profit. At our weekly Lit Circles we provide themes, ideas and feedback to encourage your creative writing abilities and enable you to write something you’re genuinely proud of, while our guest lectures and collaborations will provide extra inspiration.

DARK CELLULOID The alternative film society. We screen classic, cult and foreign films and provide a social environment for discussing movies and making friends. We are open to everyone, from big film enthusiasts to those who just want to watch something different.

DARTS Darts brings together lovers of the arrows of all abilities and anyone wanting to give darts a go. We practice regularly in a relaxed, fun environment and play weekly in a competitive local league. Be prepared for banter, booze and bounce-outs!

DEBATING UNION Winner of multiple national competitions and ranked fourth in Europe, we are one of the Union’s most successful societies. We pride ourselves on our openness to all levels, hosting public debates, training sessions and subsidised opportunities to attend intervarsity tournaments.

FASHION SOC Fashion Society unites students with a love of fashion; from high fashion to high street we cater for all different styles. We offer the opportunity for members to share style tips and attend fashion events both in the UK and abroad, meeting fortnightly for events and socials.

FILM MAKING SOCIETY Whether you want to write, direct, do some camera work or just try out a bit of everything, the Film Making Society is a great place to gain practical and technical experience in a fun, collaborative and informal environment. No previous experience is required; members will learn how to operate professional equipment, as well as get help with writing screenplays.

FLAIRSOC We give our members a chance to learn the skills of professional bartending, through making cocktails in a real cocktail bar, learning ‘Flair’ tricks using bottles and tins and gaining experience bartending in our weekly socials.

FOOD Nottingham’s tastiest society, offering trips to local restaurants and food markets, barbeques and cooking lessons to name just a few. We also run non-food events and have our own discount card, giving you exclusive discounts at restaurants and takeaways across Nottingham.

HOBBIES, INTERESTS & LIFESTYLE VOLUNTEERING, CAMPAINING & CURRENT AFFAIRS

DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD SOCIETY We give people the opportunity to complete their Duke of Edinburgh Gold award. In order to help you prepare for the expedition we teach skills like first aid, map reading, tent assembly and how to use equipment like Trangia stoves – so don’t worry if you have little prior experience.

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GAME SOC Whether you’re interested in PC, Nintendo, PlayStation or Xbox this society has you covered. We always try to have the latest games available for people to play at our weekly sessions, so come along and join in the fun!

HACK SOC HackSoc is the programming and technology society. We run a variety of regular events including tutorials, tech talks, competitions and hackathons, which are 24-hour programming events where passionate students come together to build cool stuff. Whether you’re an expert coder or just full of ideas and looking to learn, anyone of any ability is welcome.

HIDE AND SOC Reminiscing over the joyous, carefree days of your childhood? Come to UoN’s favourite (and only!) children’s games society. Drop by if you fancy reliving those glory days - we’re always looking for new games as well as playing everyone’s old favourites.

HIGH SOCIETY High Society is all about alternative music. We love rock, pop, punk, experimental, hiphop, electronica, jazz, noise - any music that could be described as “alternative”. Join to be introduced to the local music scene and meet other music enthusiasts.

HORSE RACING Get involved in all aspects of horse racing in the UK. We will offer regular trips to various racecourses around the country at discounted prices, whilst also providing unique opportunities to visit some national hunt stables and stud farms.

ICE SKATING SOCIETY We are the largest ice skating society in the UK and cater for absolutely all abilities. We are based at the National Ice Arena where we have our own private session which means it’s only Nottingham students on the rink.

IMPROV SOCIETY Come along to our weekly Sunday sessions and have a go at some hilarious improvised drama games. Whether you’re a practiced performer or completely new to improvised theatre, why not give it a go? All are welcome!

INDOOR CRICKET SOCIETY We bring you a fresh and fast-paced version of the traditional game. Expect two hours of gameplay every week full of catches, wickets, sixes, run-outs and fun, not to mention indoor cricket tournaments with other societies.

JEET KUNE DO We bring together people interested in learning about a martial art that can be easily applied to real world scenarios. The sole aims of Jeet Kune Do are the learning and practice of self-defence methods, which we develop through training sessions with highly skilled instructors.

JUGGLING AND CIRCUS SKILLS Juggle Soc is the Union’s circus skill and object manipulation society. We offer a relaxed atmosphere in which people of all abilities can find their inner child by learning skills such as ball and club juggling, diabolo, poi and staff spinning, devilstick and unicycling.

JUMPERS FOR GOALPOSTS Jumpers For Goal Posts is one of the Union’s biggest societies. If you’re interested in casual football matches on the 3G pitches (we don’t actually use jumpers for goal posts), meeting lots of people and joining a society that is incredibly good value for money, this society is for you.

KETTLESOC Ladies and gentlemen: start your kettles! Voted one of Huffington Post’s weirdest societies, Kettlesoc isn’t just the society for those who love tea - it’s for all hot beverage drinkers and café lovers. Try new, exotic and international teas and meet like-minded kettle enthusiasts at coffee evenings, café crawls, tea parties and joint socials with other societies.

LEGO Everyone loves Lego! In 2013, Lego Society was born. At our weekly meetings you can construct your favourite buildings, build robots and more! Also, look out for our exclusive trips to Legoland, join our IMS teams and come along to our amazing Lego themed socials.

LIVING HISTORY/MEDIEVAL SOC We bring together people who like medieval things like campfires, fighting with medieval weapons and craftsmanship. We represent the Normans in the period of 1066-1200 and will teach you how they once lived. We have weekly meetings for training, kit making and socials and also take part in battle re-enactments to use put our crafts and practices to use.

MAH JONG Mahjong is a Chinese tile game that involves a combination of luck and strategy. We teach and spread knowledge of Mahjong while providing a group where fans of the game can socialise. We hope to promote the Mahjong game worldwide in order to enhance cultural exchange.

MUSCLE AND ATHLETIC SPORTS SOCIETY (MASS) Nottingham MASS is part of the national student-led fitness organisation. We support you in your quest for fitness, giving you the chance to try out sports like bodybuilding, weight-lifting and boxing whether you’re already a gym addict or have never set foot on a treadmill, plus opportunities to visit events and be crowned a MASS champion.

MASSAGE SOCIETY Want to de-stress and learn various massage techniques at the same time? We run a variety of courses from beginner to advanced for just £15, so whether you’re a newbie or much more experienced, we can guarantee there is something for you.

NERF SOC Like Nerf Guns? Like foam darts? Like shooting your so-called “friends”? Come to Nerf Soc, where we put them all together. We hold weekly games that range from free for alls to cowboy-style quickdraws, usually followed by a trip to the pub to trade stories of heroism.

We also run socials throughout the year including paintballing, bowling and laser quest.

HOBBIES, INTERESTS & LIFESTYLE VOLUNTEERING, CAMPAINING & CURRENT AFFAIRS

MAGIC SOCIETY Nottingham Students’ Union’s Magic Society is the largest student-run Magic Society in the UK. Our activities include magic classes, socials, trips to the internationally renowned Blackpool Magic Convention and finally our annual Magic Society Gala Show featuring acts from around the UK.

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PHOTO SOC PhotoSoc brings together anyone with an interest in photography. With our darkroom and equipment available for rent and a wide range of events and socials held across the year, we aim to cater for all levels of photography enthusiasts and provide a brilliant PhotoSoc experience.

POKER SOCIETY Want to play poker in a relaxed, friendly and unintimidating setting? We cater for players of all abilities and welcome everyone who wants to learn and play, meeting once a week for tournaments and less regularly for trips to casinos and national events.

PUB QUIZ SOCIETY This society is ideal for students who are enthusiastic about pub quizzes and trivia. We aim to give original twists to high quality student-oriented quizzes at our monthly events, while keeping you up to speed with the many quiz nights going on around Nottingham.

PUBLIC SPEAKING Do you want the perfect job and the perfect future? Public speaking will transform your career and it’s so easy to learn. We’ll teach you amazing, easy techniques to help you master public speaking while also running improvs, speaking games and debates where you can practice your skills and gain confidence.

QUIDDITCH & HARRY POTTER Our mission is simple: to organise events & activities based around our love for the Harry Potter novels and films. Our events range from weekly Quidditch matches for the House Cup to the Yule Ball and Triwizard Tournaments, plus weekly socials for you to get to know one another.

REAL ALE SOCIETY Through pub crawls, brewery tours, beer festival trips and beer tastings, we share our love of real ale. We’ll even teach you to brew your own beer! Our society is a great way of getting to know Nottingham, as you get to visit local pubs and bars before anyone else ventures outside their halls.

ROLEPLAYING & WARGAMES SOCIETY We’re devoted to table top role-playing games, collectible card games (CCGs), liveaction roleplaying (LARP) and loads of other war games and niche board games. Join in on weekly campaigns, battles and our own society-run LARP system.

SCIENCE FICTION, FANTASY & ANIMÉ SOCIETY We provide fans of science fiction, fantasy, anime or all of the above with a steady and nourishing diet of films and series while bringing like-minded individuals together.

We also have an extensive library for members to borrow from – so, whether you’re a sci-fi buff, immersed in worlds of high fantasy, a seasoned otaku, all of the above or just looking to try something new, get involved.

SCOUT AND GUIDE SOCIETY We’re affiliated with both the Scout and Guide Associations, and with members from both universities in Nottingham. We offer volunteering opportunities within local groups and camps, run weekly socials including outdoor adventure and indoor activities, and we attend National SSAGO Rallies with other universities.

SOCIAL SPORT SOCIETY With the Social Sport Society players of all abilities can attend regular sports sessions for no extra fee, such as jogging sessions around the beautiful lake-side. Our emphasis is on exercising in a relaxed, sociable environment with socials in Mooch or in town.

Get fit without the pressure!

STREET SPORTS We’re here for anyone who wants to practice or learn to skateboard, longboard, BMX and DJ bike. We are easy-going and welcome anybody who wants to give streetsports a whirl. We often organise sessions to local skateparks as well as socials and some riding video projections.

THE SILVER SCREEN We are the Union’s mainstream film society, showing the newest and best film releases every Thursday in Hallward Library’s Screening Room. Feel free to come along and watch movies with us, or join us on our regular socials and cinema trips.

TRAVEL SOCIETY Travel Society brings you to famous tourist destinations in the UK, including Cambridge, Oxford, Bath, Brighton, York and a lot more. If you want to travel around UK at the lowest prices and enjoy our good quality service, join us!

WESTERN ANIMATED MEDIA This society is a place for students to take part in themed events centred around animation including the work of Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks and others. We will be holding bimonthly film screenings, a bar crawl each semester and, in the second semester, a trip to Disneyland Paris.

WING CHUN KUNG FU This is a unique and effective style of Kung Fu refined in Hong Kong. It is a practical martial art with a specialisation in self-defence and close-contact combat, combining fast, co-ordinated attacks with simultaneous defence. We run regular classes, socials and nights out, so whether a complete beginner or martial arts specialist, come and take part.

YOGA SOCIETY We offer yoga, pilates and balance classes. Yoga is a brilliant way to increase flexibility, balance and tone up or to help recovery from an injury. Anyone is welcome and you don’t need any prior experience – we’ll show you the ropes.

HOBBIES, INTERESTS & LIFESTYLE VOLUNTEERING, CAMPAINING & CURRENT AFFAIRS

VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN We are a friendly group of vegetarians and vegans who meet regularly to go for meals, organise ‘bring and shares’, where everyone has an opportunity to taste some delicious food, film screenings and themed veggie nights. Non-veggies are also welcome.

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Societies:

INTERNATIONAL & CULTURAL

Abacus

Indonesian Society

African/Caribbean Society

Iranian Society

Africultural

Iraqi Society

Arabic

Irish Society

Asian Society

Italian Society

Brazilian & Portuguese Cultural

Japanese Society

Brunotts

Korean

Bulgarian Society

Kurdistan

Chinese Students Society

Libyan

CSSA

Lithuanian Society

Cypriot Society

Mauritian Society

East African Society

Mexican Society

Egyptian Society

Nigerian Society

Ghanaian Society

Nordic Society

Indian Society

Nottingham Malaysian

Slovak & Czech Society

Omani

South African Society

OZ

Sri Lankan Society

Pakistan Society

Sudanese Nile Society

Palestinian Society

Taiwan

Polish Society

Tamil

Romanian Society

Thai Society

Russian Speaking Society

Turkish Society

Saudi Soc

Vietnamese

Singapore Soc

Welsh Society

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ABACUS We know that not all students with an interest in Chinese culture, or with a Chinese cultural background, are confident speaking other languages. So, to ensure everyone feels included, we’re a new society for English-speaking Chinese students that holds all of our meetings in English.

AFRICAN CARIBBEAN SOCIETY We aim to bring together anyone with an interest in African and Caribbean culture; either those with a historical background in African or Caribbean culture, or those simply interested in learning more about what culture has to offer.

AFRICULTURAL SOCIETY Are you African or interested in Africa’s exceptional cultural heritage? Running everything from parties and nights out to cookouts, movie nights and fashion shows, we are here to make your stay at University unforgettable.

ARABIC SOCIETY An umbrella society for all Middle Eastern societies at Nottingham. Arabic Society promotes Arabic culture and heritage and shows students the true beauty of the Arab world, while also offering Arabic lessons, regular socials and parties.

ASIAN SOCIETY We are an outgoing, friendly society, aiming to bring together students with Asian heritage or interest in Asian culture. From barbeques and laser tag, to our cultural ball and multiaward winning show ‘Kangna’, we’re sure to have something for you.

BRAZILIAN AND PORTUGUESE CULTURAL SOCIETY This society brings together people who are interested in learning more about Brazil and Portugal, and those who want to speak Portuguese. We hold social meetings plus social and cultural activities such as dancing, music, eating and meeting new people; our society is a brilliant way to immerse yourself in new experiences.

BRUNOTTS We share the richness of the Bruneian culture and heritage through the integration of Bruneians with students from all over the world. Brunotts aims to enhance friendly ties by organising social activities and overseeing students’ welfare and education, while also creating a sense of familiarity and an atmosphere of togetherness.

BULGARIAN SOCIETY We are a cultural society and our aim is to preserve the national identity and traditions in the Bulgarian students in the university. We meet for house socials (with traditional Bulgarian cuisine) and non-drinking events such as bowling, paintballing and sports weekends.

CHINESE STUDENTS SOCIETY We promote friendship, respect and appreciation among the Chinese students within the University, creating social events that offer the opportunity for members to make friends.

In the past we have held nights out, day trips and singing contests, and we also have sports teams that you can join.

CHINESE STUDENTS & SCHOLARS ASSOCIATION (CSSA) We are a society of more than 500 multinational students, scholars and those who have an interest in Chinese culture and languages. Typical events include talent shows, the Chinese New Year Gala, trips, tours and many more.

CYPRIOT We bring together students who would like to meet others from Cyprus or get involved in our traditions and activities, including our famous Greek parties. Join to enjoy Cypriot food and themed nights and meet new, like-minded people.

EAST AFRICAN SOCIETY We hope to showcase the history, culture, features and volunteering opportunities in Eastern Africa while strengthening and uniting the East African student community through brilliant socials. Anyone is welcome, whether you are originally from East Africa or simply want to learn more about the culture.

EGYPTIAN The Egyptian Society is an excellent opportunity for Egyptian students to meet up with fellow Egyptians studying at Nottingham. We strive to bring together Egyptians with students from all over the world through a wide range of activities that suit everyone’s interests, including barbeques, Eid gatherings and Ramadan Iftars.

GHANAIAN SOCIETY We provide a platform for promoting friendship, support and unity through the Ghanaian culture of hospitality. We offer volunteering and outreach programmes as well as social events, in the hope that our activities will increase knowledge about the Ghanaian heritage of Nottingham.

INDIAN SOCIETY With our twice weekly meetings and socials we work to create a home away from home for all of our members. We organise many socials like Bollywood Nights, live screenings of sports matches and the celebration of festivals, to name just a few. We also have our own sports teams and compete against different societies.

IRANIAN SOCIETY An independent cultural and academic society that seeks to promote activities relating to Iran and Iranians at the Universities of Nottingham, Nottingham Trent and the wider community. Through our activities we’ll promote Iranian culture and heritage, commemorate different traditional and national occasions, support new Iranian students and familiarise non-Iranians with Iranian culture.

IRAQI SOCIETY We’re an academic, social and cultural society bringing together Iraqi students at the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent to promote the Iraqi culture and support our Iraqi students.

IRISH SOCIETY We bring together Irish people and those with an interest in Irish culture through socials, sport, trips and cultural celebrations. With regular, fortnightly meetings and socials and celebrations for bigger events like the Six Nations and St. Patrick’s Day, our main aim is to have a good time!

INTERNATIONAL & CULTURAL

INDONESIAN SOC Whether or not you’re Indonesian we warmly welcome you to our events and activities, ranging from social and culinary gatherings to cultural events. Join us and learn more about the world’s biggest archipelago.

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ITALIAN SOC We bring together Italian and Italy-passionate students who have a common interest in the Italian language and culture. We want to be a home away from home for Italian students and anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the culture, as we run nights out, trips away, dinners and more.

JAPANESE SOCIETY A meeting point for those who are interested in Japan and Japanese students who want to make new friends from all over the world. We aim to promote Japan’s unique and diverse culture through socials, events and activities; in the past, we’ve run film screenings, trips to mini golf, meals out, parties and even an origami session!

KOREAN The Korean Society was first established in 2001 to provide support fellow Korean students studying at the University. Over the years our society has rapidly grown in members of all ethnic backgrounds, through the development of our University’s exchange programmes with leading institutes in Korea, plus a varied programme of cross-cultural events.

KURDISTAN The Kurdistan Society encourages positive involvement and activities at the University, promoting all aspects of the Kurdistan culture among students from Kurdistan and elsewhere. We hope to create friendships and allow students to take part in socials, activities and hobbies.

LIBYAN Libya is a wonderful country with a great history and attractions ranging from the oldest drawings by mankind to Roman and Islamic artefacts. We hold informal meetings over Libyan coffee or tea and organise weekly sports games, where we enjoy a friendly atmosphere within our international circle of friends.

LITHUANIAN SOCIETY Our society offers the best Lithuanian culture experience in Nottingham. Do you want to taste some delicious Lithuanian meals, join our basketball team or maybe start learning one of the oldest languages in the world? Lithuanian society has it all, so get involved!

MAURITIAN We work to promote the diverse, colourful and unique culture of Mauritius to all students by fostering close ties amongst our members and creating a sense of belonging here at Nottingham. We also offer opportunities for students to learn about Mauritian customs and cultures.

MEXICAN SOC Anyone interested in Mexico and Mexican culture is welcome. We provide advice, share experiences, develop friendships and have fun. We adapt to your interests and schedule, but we also have gatherings every now and then and special events on Mexican National days; in the past, we’ve attended symposiums, run dinners and nights out and also have our own sports teams.

NIGERIAN SOCIETY We’re a platform for networking, representation, support and unity on the bases of our rich heritage. In the past we’ve held parties, big cultural nights, theatre trips and dinners to socialise, embrace Nigerian culture and project a positive image of Nigeria in fun and interactive ways.

NORDIC SOCIETY We aim to provide a forum for people who are of Nordic heritage, or who simply share our love of and interest in the Nordic countries. Holding the flag up high for Sweden, Finland, Norway, Denmark, Iceland and Faroe Islands, we arrange socials to meet and share experiences, language and culture.

NOTTINGHAM MALAYSIAN SOCIETY Explore Malaysia here in Nottingham with events, socials and activities promoting our culture. We run monthly activities, having lots of fun and, of course, food! We also hold some big cultural events, including Malaysian Festival and the annual Nottingham Malaysian Games.

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY STUDENT EXCHANGE AND STUDY ABROAD SOCIETY (NUSEX) We are a society for exchange and study abroad students. We offer the opportunity to meet other prospective, returning and visiting exchange students and organise events throughout the year to give exchange students a chance to socialise with people of similar interests.

OMANI This society is about promoting Omani culture, improving the communication between all Omani students in Nottingham and enhancing involvement within the local community.

It’s also for students who are interested in Oman, its culture and its religious occasions.

OZ OZ Soc brings together students from Australia and New Zealand as well as anyone with an interest in our culture, students with plans on traveling down under, or for anyone wishing to meet laid-back people.

PAKISTAN SOCIETY We bring together people who share or are interested in Pakistani ethos. Our monthly events will provide an opportunity for members to revel in Pakistani culture, as well as abet the under privileged in Pakistan. In the past, we’ve held a Halwa Puri breakfast, movie screenings and Eid outings, and we have recently registered for our own football team.

POLISH SOCIETY We bring together students with a variety of Polish backgrounds and anyone else that may have an interest in Poland. As well holding a wide variety of socials we go to polish conferences and play sport in the IMS leagues.

ROMANIAN SOCIETY With loads of fun, cultural richness, traditions, happy people and really good food, the Romanian Society aims to bring Romanians together. We’re also open to anyone looking to immerse themselves in our culture and get a grasp of what Romania is all about.

RUSSIAN SPEAKING Our society is for everyone who speaks any level of Russian or is interested in the Russian culture. We offer help to students learning the language and bring together the Russianspeaking community of the University.

INTERNATIONAL & CULTURAL

PALESTINIAN SOCIETY We’re here to educate and raise awareness of the humanitarian crises and constant struggles for peace that Palestinian people face daily. We host speakers, organise direct action and run campaigns here in Nottingham, plus weekly meetings or socials.

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SAUDI SOC We represent Saudi Arabia, its people and its culture by organising social activities for members to gather under one umbrella, publishing cultural magazines and holding cultural days to educate about the Saudi culture. We also have sports teams and compete against other Students’ Union societies to help us to get to know other cultures.

SINGAPORE SOC Singaporean Society was set up to provide a greater support network for Singaporean students at the University. We strive to provide a family for all Singaporean students here, and aim to be ambassadors of our country and our culture to our foreign friends.

SLOVAK & CZECH SOCIETY Whether you actually come from either of those countries or you simply enjoy our culture, beer, people or our languages - this society is here for you! We aim to unite all members from Czech Republic and Slovakia currently studying at Nottingham and organise events like pub crawls, house parties, occasional trips and guest events.

SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY We aim to bring South Africans together in order to socialise, share experiences, eat great food at our braais and underpin South African culture and spirit at the University of Nottingham. We also welcome other nationalities, so if you’d like to learn about South African culture – come along!

SRI LANKAN SOCIETY If you are Sri Lankan and are new to Nottingham then your first stop should be the Sri Lankan Society. If you share our interests in cricket, kottu and endless Sri Lankan entertainment then you’re in the right place.

SUDANESE NILE SOCIETY Our society brings together all of those who are interested in Sudanese culture, politics and other related aspects. It offers a great opportunity to learn more about Sudan and meet Sudanese people, and students from all nationalities are welcome.

TAIWAN SOCIETY We bring together people who are interested in Taiwanese culture with Taiwanese students at the University. We offer activities and events to build friendships and teach about the Taiwanese culture.

TAMIL SOCIETY We unite people from all over the world, of all backgrounds and religions, to increase awareness of the rich Tamil culture behind the dynamic language and traditions, showcasing the best of our heritage through the means of our food, music, dance and games.

THAI SOCIETY We’re the biggest Thai society at any university in the UK, and are a community that increases the bond between Thai students and others who share an interest in Thai culture.

We run a mixture of social and cultural events, allowing us to share the culture and have fun.

TURKISH Turkish Society is the place where people can immerse themselves in the friendly, authentic and exciting Turkish community of Nottingham. Discover new people, delicious new cuisine and a vibrant culture with our warm and welcoming society.

VIETNAMESE SOCIETY We are a social platform where Vietnamese students and those interested in Vietnam come together. With activities ranging from DIY sessions to annual culture shows, sports tournaments, food fair and career talks, we hope to create a distinct and comfortable community for members to foster friendship, socialise and promote Vietnamese cultures.Â

INTERNATIONAL & CULTURAL

WELSH SOCIETY A brand new society to bring together all those who love Wales, regardless of nationality.

We will congregate during important events like rugby matches and St. David’s Day, as well as for regular socials, and are also hoping to arrange trips to Cardiff.

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Societies:

FAITH, THOUGHT & BELIEF

UNASH

Hindu Society

Buddhist Society

The Islamic Society (ISOC)

Catholic Society

Jain Society

Christians in Sport

Jewish & Israel Soc

Christian Union

Krishna Consciousness

Graduate Christian Fellowship

Sikh Society

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FAITH, THOUGHT & BELIEF

AGNOSTIC, SECULARIST AND HUMANIST (UNASH) Do any gods exist? Can a person live an ethical and fulfilling life without relying on religious rules? If you are free-thinker, atheist, skeptic or fall under any of the categories in our name then you will be in good company in UNASH. We run debates, film screenings, weekly socials and more. Anyone of any belief is welcome – so long as you can enter into our debate!

BUDDHIST SOCIETY Whether you’re just curious about Buddhism, interested in meditation or seeking a moment’s peace during busy weeks, we’re open to anyone. We explore Buddhist ideas and practices, host speakers, go on one-day retreats and teach meditation in a supportive and creative environment.

CATHOLIC SOCIETY We gather together students who are interested in learning about the Catholic faith, meeting regularly for prayer services, catechetical talks and communal meals. You don’t have to be Catholic to join in; we welcome people of all faiths or none and offer friendship, support and hospitality to all.

CHRISTIANS IN SPORT CIS does exactly what it says on the tin; we are a group who love God and love sports. The sporting environment gives us a unique opportunity to share the gospel in a living, vibrant way with a massive group of people who may never have heard the good news that we have found.

CHRISTIAN UNION Our tagline is “United in living for Jesus and making Him known”, and that’s what we do.

We run events throughout the year, aiming to share our faith in Jesus with everyone on campus and to encourage one another in pursuing this mission.

GRADUATE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP If you are a postgraduate student, come along; anyone is welcome, regardless of faith. We have a varied programme of socials, Bible studies and discussions/speakers, and hope that students of any faith will feel supported and encouraged here “until we all reach unity in the faith.” Eph.4:13 HINDU SOCIETY The Hindu Society seeks to promote, practice, preserve and protect Hindu Dharma. We create a ‘home away from home’ atmosphere through our weekly aartis, our sports teams and through the sewa (selfless service) work we do with the community.

THE ISLAMIC SOCIETY (ISOC) We’re here to represent and cater for the spiritual and social needs of students, staff and associates from all of our campuses. We put a strong focus on creating a ‘home away from home’ with a powerful sense of brotherhood and sisterhood, meeting several times every week and holding some brilliant events, including Discover Islam Week.

JAIN SOCIETY Are you Jain or interested in learning about Jainism? We want to unite Jains and individuals interested in Jainism at university in order create our very own Jain community. We hold weekly aartis and interactive learning sessions, and throughout the year we also have various events, socials and volunteering opportunities.

JEWISH & ISRAEL SOC (JSOC) JSoc is all about bringing Jews of all backgrounds together through social, festive and fun events, including weekly Friday night dinners. There are various opportunities to get involved; just speak to a JSoc member and find out more.

KRISHNA CONSCIOUSNESS The philosophy of Krishna consciousness is diverse, youthful and applicable to everyday life. We invite prestigious speakers to discuss real, useful topics, hold fun and vibrant events and even offer service activities to get involved in. We also run trips both within and outside the UK.

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SIKH SOCIETY We are giving the Sikh society a kick start this year with a vibrant new committee and fresh ideas. We plan to balance out cultural, religious and social events to keep members engaged and involved throughout the year, whether you’re interested in ice skating, go karting, meditation or lectures.

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Societies:

MUSIC & DANCE

A Cappella

Hoop Society

BandSoc

Indian Dance

Bass

Latin, Ballroom & Salsa

Bellringing

The Mic

Belly Dance Society

Musicality

Blowsoc

Mussoc

Breakdance Society

Pole Dance Society

Capoeira Society

PunkSoc

Dance Society

Revival Gospel Choir

DJ Soc

Rock Society

Folk Society

Song Writing Soc

Gilbert and Sullivan

SwingSoc

Grime Soc

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A CAPPELLA Want to perform with singers and beat-boxers? Let your inner bathroom singer shine by joining the A Cappella Society, where we perform a cappella – which is a type of unaccompanied singing - at both casual and competitive levels. Channel Pitch Perfect and Glee with this brand new society, all abilities welcome.

BANDSOC Founded to give all students that love playing music a chance to get together and form bands, we’re now expanding to provide opportunities to perform and hone your skills with regular gigs, jam nights and workshops.

BASS Nottingham is home to a thriving music scene and amateur DJ community, hosting legendary nights that bring you the biggest names in D&B, house, dubstep, reggae, and more. Get involved for discounted tickets, trips to club nights in Nottingham and beyond and the chance to show off your DJ skills at our very own club night at Dogma.

BELLRINGING We ring tower bells at least twice a week at both services and practices and hold many other day tours and social events. We welcome people of all abilities, from beginners up to experienced ringers.

BELLY DANCE SOCIETY Our society is an opportunity for you to learn a new dance form, meet people and exercise while having fun. We offer lessons for beginners as well as choreography classes, and there are multiple opportunities to perform throughout the year as well as a big end of year showcase. We also host a variety of other events and socials. Show us your shimmy!

BLOWSOC Blowsoc invites wind, brass and percussion players to take part in five small ensembles, a professionally conducted wind orchestra and the ever-popular Moonlighters Big Band. Blowsoc also offers conducting workshops, regular performance opportunities and an annual overseas tour.

BREAKDANCE SOCIETY Breakdance is for anyone interested in dancing. We offer training sessions for beginners completely new to breakdancing and for those dancing at a more advance level, plus regular freestyle jam sessions. Our sessions integrate other dance styles such as popping and our socials are the best around!

CAPOEIRA SOCIETY Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that incorporates elements of dance, acrobatics and music. Our society is part of the international Cordão de Ouro group, and welcomes all levels of ability. Classes are often followed by a social in Mooch.

DANCE SOCIETY (NUDANCE) NUDance has something to offer everyone, whether you’re hoping to attend a professionally taught class or represent the University at a national level. Get involved in our fantastic annual show, come along to our socials and take part in a range of classes, from ballet to jazz.

DJ SOC Want to learn DJing, improve your productions or just jam with like-minded people?

Come to our sessions to brush up on mixing skills, learn from the complete beginning or just listen to good music. If you’re already a DJ we’ll be putting on house parties and club nights in Notts, giving you the opportunity to take the stage or just enjoy a decent party.

FOLK SOCIETY A society for those who enjoy listening to and playing the traditional music of the UK, Ireland and the US, plus modern music based on those styles. All folk appreciators are welcome, whether musicians or not, to join us in live gigs, ceilidhs and the intervarsity dance festival.

GILBERT AND SULLIVAN We put together a Gilbert and Sullivan shows, which, for the uninitiated, are a type of comic opera that infuses musicals with the absurd. We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to get together to sing, dance, act and have a laugh – the sillier the better.

HOOP SOCIETY Whether you’ve never hooped before or you’re a total pro, come and hoop with us; we teach beginners and we’ll be working toward performances. Hula hooping is a fun social exercise and, if you’re feeling adventurous, there’ll even be opportunities for fire and aerial hooping.

INDIAN DANCE Our society gives students of all dancing abilities the opportunity to learn different Indian dance forms. We hold lessons for three different dance styles - bharatanatyam, Bollywood and bhangra. We also hold several workshops and performances throughout the year.

LATIN, BALLROOM & SALSA (LBSS) We offer classes in Latin, ballroom and salsa for complete beginners as well as those who have danced before. We hold regular practices and weekly classes plus socials when you need time to relax. If you want to show off your skills we also have a Latin and ballroom dancesport team that competes against other universities, and a salsa demo team.

MUSICALITY Musicality is the Union’s musical theatre society and unites all aspects of musical theatre and performance. We offer loads of great opportunities for anyone to get involved, from our yearly musical and termly cabarets to theatre trips and socials.

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THE MIC We’re the Union’s official music magazine, offering the opportunity for guest list entry to any gig in Nottingham (apart from those at Capital FM arena) in return for a small review. The perfect society for any live music lovers, budding journalists or both, we also run three gigs a semester and regular socials. The Mic is also one of our media groups - see the website for more details.

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MUSSOC The Union’s music society consisting of ten ensembles, auditioned and non-auditioned, all of which have weekly rehearsals. The groups range from opera and world music to jazz and even our own student-run orchestra. We work regularly with BlowSoc, organise workshops with professional musicians and conductors, have regular concerts and go on an annual overseas tour.

POLE DANCE SOCIETY Pole Dance is a great way to get fitter, stronger and more confident in a relaxed and supportive environment. Anyone can do pole- whatever your background or ability, pole is great fun and you’ll see yourself improve in no time.

PUNKSOC PunkSoc accommodates the music tastes of everyone in the punk, ska, hardcore and alternative scene. We’re a friendly group of people who enjoy going to and hosting gigs - expect awesome socials with other societies and trips to loads of events.

REVIVAL GOSPEL CHOIR Our choir is for anyone who has a passion for singing. There is no audition process required to join our choir, and the songs we learn range from gospel and soul to jazz and pop. We organise a Christmas and an Easter concert every year, performing to audiences of over 400. We’re also the proud winners of University Gospel Choir of the Year 2014.

ROCK SOCIETY RockSoc is where lovers of rock, metal and alternative culture gather to experience both rock and non-rock events in a relaxed environment. Meet like-minded people, enjoy music and make some friends at our open mic nights, trips to gigs and festivals and huge end of year events, as well as our weekly social, ‘Piracy’.

SONG WRITING SOC We are a music society for all musicians and singers regardless of experience. We meet up once a week for a jam session and also organise open mics in the city for our members to play, which are great for those that want to publicise their music. Our jams are the perfect way to develop, improve and get feedback on what you’ve made, as well as share it with others.

SWINGSOC Be it dance, music or fashion, we’re here to appreciate swing. From 1920s Charleston to lindy-hop, we provide dance classes alongside trips to swing nights out, vintage fairs and dance exchanges in other cities. Classes are available to dancers of all abilities including those who may not have danced before. We run weekly dance classes with frequent additional socials throughout the term. Plus free taster sessions at the start of the semester.

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STUDENT-RUN GROUPS

Our student-run groups are slightly different to the rest of our societies.

While they’re still run by students, for students, they also offer some awesome services both to non-member students and beyond.

So whether you’re involved in the running of these groups or not, you can still support them by reading, listening, watching and participating in all that they do.

CD & Record Library

Nightline

Impact Magazine

NUTS (Television Station)

Karnival

TEC PA & Lighting

Nottingham New Theatre

University Radio Nottingham (URN)

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CD & RECORD LIBRARY The CD Library has a massive collection of CDs, any of which you can borrow for just 50p a piece. We pride ourselves on our eclectic collection, so alongside the latest pop releases and classic punk albums, you’ll find a great diversity of music, from folk to footwork and from dub to doom metal – not to mention sacred harp singing, Haitian street music, Chilean psych and 70s Iranian pop.

IMPACT MAGAZINE Impact is a free, fully-coloured 64-page magazine – and you can get involved. The magazine itself is run by a nearly 40-headed editorial team, but we are constantly on the lookout for talented writers, photographers, graphic designers, amateur sleuths, models or just generally people that can put up posters or carry boxes.

KARNIVAL Karnival is the Union’s student-run charity and the largest one of its kind in Europe; last year, we raised over £1.7million for loads of great causes. We run the biggest and best events of the autumn semester, including the infamous ‘7 Legged’ bar crawl, and from rag raids to fundraising challenges there are loads of ways you can get involved.

NOTTINGHAM NEW THEATRE The Nottingham New Theatre was the first fully student-run theatre company in the UK. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with chances for acting, directing, producing, writing, lighting and set design, stage managing and much more offered throughout the year. We run varied productions almost every week and in the past have performed plays including Krapp’s Last Tape, Dr Faustus and Equus.

NIGHTLINE Nightline is a student-run listening and information service. We’re completely confidential and won’t share anything you say with anyone outside Nightline. You can call us any night of term between 7pm and 8am on 0115 95 (14985) or email us at nightlineanon@sumail. nottingham.ac.uk if you need someone to talk to.

NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY TELEVISION STATION (NUTS) NUTS is the Students’ Union’s very own student-run TV station, covering big Union events as well as running our own shows, dramas and features. There are loads of different ways to take part including filming, presenting, editing, producing, writing, directing, acting and publicising. We offer training in every aspect of TV production, including live broadcasting. We are a fun, dynamic and friendly team and we want you to get involved no experience required!

TEC PA & LIGHTING TEC provides technical support to Students’ Union events, clubs and societies, as well as external companies; we’re even involved in big events like Graduation Ball, Week One and Elections Results Night. Our areas of expertise include event planning and operation in sound, lighting, power, haulage and logistics, so whether you’re looking for a challenging new pastime or hoping to gloss up your CV, TEC is for you – and we’re a whole lot more than just wires and buttons.

UNIVERSITY RADIO NOTTINGHAM (URN) URN is the University of Nottingham’s multi award-winning student radio station. Get involved as a presenter, producer or reporter and you’ll get all the training you need to make it on-air. If you’re more technically minded, we’re always looking for new recruits to keep our studios in tip top condition, work on a variety of outside broadcasts and develop exciting new audio and computing projects.

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SATELLITE CAMPUSES

We don’t just have activities at University Park. If you’re living or studying at one of our satellite campuses, whether Sutton Bonington or Derby, there are loads of dedicated societies, volunteering projects and sports clubs that are run especially for you - and you can still get involved in these on University Park Campus.

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Sutton Bonington AGRICS We are the only agricultural society in the Students’ Union, organising themed socials and industry talks. We also provide training courses, giving you the chance to gain experience in skills like driving with trailers, using pesticides and working telehandlers.

ALLOTMENT SOC Since the 1950s there hadn’t been any allotments on campus, which is strange considering SB’s reputation as one of the best places in the country to take an agricultural degree. After being founded in 2011 Allotment Soc has been developing a huge allotment site on campus, and since then we’ve been planting lots of produce. Come and work the land!

ANIMAL SCIENCE SOCIETY We’re a course-based society involving bioscientists from all years in activities, debates, socials and trips based on our common love of animals. Expect workshops, trips to zoos and safari parks and even science-themed bar crawls.

ART SOC We’re a society for anyone with an interest in all things creative. We run a range of activities from classical painting to more crafty projects – whatever you’d like to work on.

Our evenings are always very casual and everyone is welcome.

BADMINTON SB Badminton provides a friendly atmosphere for players of all abilities, whether you’re new to the game or have been playing for years. We regularly organise tournaments and social events throughout the year so you can not only improve your game, but get to know one another too.

BIKING (SBABES) If you are interested in getting into any form of biking, whether mountain biking, road or jumps, please get involved. Beginners are welcomed, club bikes are available and we’re also registered with Cycling Time Trials, allowing members to compete in time trials.

CHRISTIAN UNION We’re united in living for Jesus and making Him known. We run regular events on Sutton Bonington as well as joint events with University Park Christian Union. Everyone is welcome to come along to our events and activities regardless of their faith or beliefs.

DANCE We’re a casual dance society for students of all abilities. We choreograph dances in a mixture of styles, including street and contemporary, and are hoping to run some more diverse workshops in the future. Come along to our weekly sessions to show off your skills, learn new moves and blow off steam.

EXTREME AMBLING Extreme Ambling is predominantly a walking society based at SB. We organise a series of local walks and outdoor activities, including camping, throughout the term as well as one major annual walking trip to somewhere like Snowdonia.

FARMERS’ MARKET At the monthly Sutton Bonington Farmers’ Markets we sell fresh, local and seasonal produce to students, staff and the village communities surrounding campus. The Markets support local producers and businesses and encourage a positive relationship with the local community. Membership gets you discounts at nearly every stall.

FIESTA We’re devoted to celebrating Spanish and Latin American culture, with many exciting events and activities planned for 2014/15 including salsa classes, Spanish lessons and trips to restaurants.

FOOD SOC Love food? Then SB’s Food Soc is for you. We get together to try new foods, have foodie experiences and put on a variety of events through the year, including day trips and evenings out.

FOOD CO-OP (SCO-OP) Want delicious, affordable food from sustainable sources? We’re a non-profit food-buying group who run a weekly pop-up shop on SB campus. You can get involved with set-up and running the stall, put together fruit and veg boxes and loads more.

FOOTBALL (WOMEN’S) Whether you’re a complete beginner or have played for several years, SB Women’s Football is a great team to join if you love football, want to try something new and meet new people and have fun along the way.

FOOTBALL (MEN’S) We’re open to players of any ability, whether you’ve only had kickabouts with your mates or have played for a team. We compete against halls of residence from the other campuses and socials are organised throughout the whole year.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ON SUTTON BONINGTON ISSB aims to bring together all international students based on the Sutton Bonington campus. We chill out together, celebrate international holidays and organise trips around the UK. Most importantly, we’re here to offer advice and help.

LACROSSE (MIXED) Despite only having started up in 2012, we already have over 50 members with a range of abilities. Beginners and experienced players are all welcome at our training sessions and classes, and we also play in the Midlands Mixed Lacrosse League to help you develop your skills.

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HOCKEY (MIXED) We’re a friendly, inclusive club playing both indoor and outdoor hockey for all abilities. We play matches against local teams and halls on University Park and also organise a number of social events throughout the year.

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MICROBIOLOGY Aimed at those studying Microbiology, microbiology-related subjects and anyone with an interest. We will be running a number of socials throughout the year, as well as informative talks and lectures conducted by members of UoN staff and visiting lecturers.

MUSIC SB Music Soc offers members access to a fully-equipped rehearsal room and opportunities to perform in concerts, at Dining Ins and in open mic nights. Membership enables students to join the Sutton Bonington Symphony Orchestra, an unauditioned orchestra open to all, as well as the SB Choir and the SB Big Band.

NETBALL A fun club whether you want a competitive game, a way to keep fit or just a time to relax. With a great social side plus regular drills and training sesions it’s suitable for people of all levels, and we compete in both IMS and Loughborough leagues.

NUTRITION AND DIETETICS The Nutrition and Dietetics Society was set up for students with an interest in the field. We help students with an interest in nutrition and dietetics to get to know one another while also running talks, meetings and socials including tea parties and cooking classes.

PING PONG The sport of Forrest Gump, ping pong might seem like bite-sized tennis but actually involves serious skill. Join up to give it a try or further develop your skills; all abilities are welcome.

RIDING CLUB (SBRC) SBRC ride at Long Lane riding school in Kegworth and run weekly lessons, fortnightly hacks and regular competitions. We go on socials and trips to events such as horse trials, an annual riding holiday to Wales and even just meet and greet and pizza nights.

ROCK CLIMBING SB Climbing is open to people of all abilities, offering opportunities to get fit, meet new people and discover your sense of adventure. We climb regularly at the SB climbing wall and provide all the equipment you’ll need, as well as holding trips to local walls and, when the weather is nice, trips to the Peak District for real, outdoor climbing.

ROUNDERS Rounders is open to people of all abilities and we’re brand new for 2014/15, so it’s a great time to get involved. We’ll be playing rounders games and holding socials, generally aiming to have a lot of fun and make new friends.

RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB A club with great history and a fantastic team spirit. Our men’s and ladies’ teams are both progressive and well supported by a great group of welcoming players. All abilities are welcomed and regular competitive gametime is guaranteed.

RUN Slip into those running shoes and get moving with SB Run. We’re here to help you improve your fitness and have a good time in the process, with a big group of us motivating you to head out that door. All abilities are welcome, whether you’re a super-fit sprinter or a reluctant jogger.

SB PLAYERS A recently reformed society for anyone with an interest in drama. We’re currently planning an annual Christmas pantomime and a summer musical, so if you’ve any interest in acting, directing, props or anything else to do with the theatre, get involved.

SHOOTING The Shooting Club is a great mixed group that does regular clay pigeon shooting, competitions and social events. We welcome any abilities, from novices to more seasoned shots, so don’t hesitate to sign up.

SKI CLUB Are you a seasoned pro or yet to catch the snow sports bug? Either way, come and get involved. We run regular snow dome and dry slope trips catering for all abilities, plus the legendary Christmas trip – this year to Val Thorens.

SQUASH We’re a friendly, open society of mixed abilities. We have a few local matches each year and do lots of different things, including drills, games, matches and fitness at SB. Everyone is welcome.

TENNIS We are a friendly, sociable society that caters for all abilities. All equipment is provided and competitive matches will be played throughout the winter and summer seasons in the Notts/Leicestershire leagues.

ULTIMATE FRISBEE We’re an ultimate frisbee club based on the Sutton Bonington campus. All abilities are welcome at our twice weekly training sessions so come along, get involved and try something new.

UNVZS The Union’s own Veterinary Zoological Society, providing the University with exotics lectures, guest speakers and more. This year we are hosting the biannual symposium meaning a whole weekend of exotics and wildlife talks and practicals.

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VET SOC VetSoc is Sutton Bonington’s largest and most active society. We have a huge array of social and academic events which include our annual Vet Ball – a headline black tie event.

Membership is a must have for any student entering the veterinary course, but is open to anyone.

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Healthcare - MedSoc BUMPS AND BITS Bumps and Bits is the Union’s Obstetrics and Gynaecology society. Bumps and Bits supports 4th year students throughout their exams, as well as encouraging 1st, 2nd and 3rd years to consider a future in O&G with events including taster days, trips to the Royal College and special interest talks.

CARDIOTHORACICS CardioThoracics is a brand new society full of energy and enthusiasm. We have something for everyone: monthly case studies to tease the intellectuals; teaching sessions in CRH & CP1 for those eager to learn; trips to the cardiac catheter lab for those budding cardiologists; and cardiothoracic surgery for those brave enough to wield the scalpel.

DEBATING SOC The debating society for University of Nottingham medical students that also leads ethics teaching sessions for students. Develop your debating skills and meet like-minded students.

DERM SOC Derm Soc is a society set up to provide medical students from all years with all the information they need about dermatology. Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career in dermatology, or just want to learn more for the exams, we are your first port of call.

ECHOLALIA Echolalia is the medical school magazine. It is written by students, for students, aiming to inspire, inform, interest and entertain those based across all healthcare sites. You can even get involved in our production team, whether you’re looking to write, design, edit, or help us secure advertising and sponsorship.

ENT AND OPHTHALMOLOGY SOCIETY The Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and Opthalmology Society of the Students’ Union is ideal for anyone looking to meet others interested in these specialisms or for those hoping to develop their knowledge.

FACES & GAZES Faces & Gazes is the maxillofacial society here at Nottingham. Get involved if you’re interested in this area and want to meet other like-minded students, or if you’d like to expand your knowledge of the specialism.

FRIENDS OF MSF Friends of Medécins sans Frontières (UoN FoMSF) is a medical society set up in 2009 by medical students with 3 aims; to raise awareness of MSF’s work on humanitarian issues, to fundraise for MSF and to encourage students to consider working for organisations such as MSF. GP SOC GP Soc organises visits to the Royal College of General Practice, run a very popular sign language course and organise various events to support students interested in a career as a GP.

HEARTSTART Heartstart is a UK-based organisation, the primary aim and focus of which is to teach basic life support (BLS) in the community. We teach a wide range of children and adults what to do in a life-threatening emergency, focusing on the collapsed adult – simple skills that save lives.

HOMED Homelessness might seem to be a relatively straightforward social problem but in reality it’s a complex issue with important health components. HoMED offers you the chance to not only learn more about these issues, but also to really start making a difference. We have a weekly soup run 8-9pm on Tuesday nights and also run events, raise money and host speakers.

KENYAN ORPHANAGE PROJECT KOP exists to support orphans and vulnerable children in Kenya. We look for medical students from across all years to travel to Kenya for 2 weeks every June and to take part in KOP’s activities, including spending time in centres for street children, rural feeding centres and government-run hospitals, as well as taking part in building projects and education of the local children.

MCAREERS SOC MCareers Soc is a society dedicated to helping you learn more about the career options available. We run a number of events throughout the year to give you information and hopefully inspire you to make those difficult decisions.

MEDICS ART SOCIETY (NUMAS) The mission of NUMAS is to bring art to all medical students. We hope to cater for all artistic interests, whether those directly involving medicine such as our ‘dissect and sketch’ anatomy events, or those that simply allow people to be creative.

JUNIORS Juniors is the paediatric society of the Students’ Union. This year we hope to continue our progress by putting on more paediatric events, running workshops and classes and promoting paediatrics within the Medical School.

MEDSOC TEACHING MedSoc Teaching is the branch of MedSoc devoted to ensuring you get the most out of the academic side of medical school. We run and are the overarching branch for all the MedSoc teaching societies and coordinate with them to put on fanatastic teaching to help you guys become better doctors.

MIND MATTERS Mind Matters is the psychiatric society of the Nottingham medical school, open to anyone interested in psychiatry hoping to improve their knowledge and meet like-minded students.

MUSICAL MEDICS The Nottingham Musical Medics Society is a long-running group of musical ensembles who balance their medical studies with their love of music. Whether you are a keen musician with grades and awards, a rusty former player, or a newbie hoping to develop your talents, we have a place for you.

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MEDICS KARNIVAL From balls to bar crawls, rag raids to sky dives, you’re sure to find something to get involved with! Despite being one of the newer Karnival teams we work hard to raise money, and in 2009 pulled in over £130,000.

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OPEN ART SURGERY On Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings each week we bring a little joy to the paediatric wards in QMC by running art workshops for children. This is has been greatly appreciated by the kids and the parents and really makes a difference to their experience of being in hospital. You don’t have to be any good at art – just keen to help out.

PINS AND NEEDLES Pins and Needles is the anaesthetic society. Formed in 2009, the society is focused around promoting interest in the specialities of anaesthetics, critical care / ITU, acute medicine and pre-hospital care.

PLASTICS AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY SOCIETY We are one of the first plastic and reconstructive surgical societies for medical students and exist to promote the awareness of plastics and reconstructive surgery, illustrating that the speciality is not only concerned with aesthetics but also heavily involves restoring normal form and function. We aim to provide career insight into the role of plastic surgeons for those interested in plastic surgery as a future speciality.

RED CROSS SOCIETY We’re a charity-based society linked to the Nottingham Red Cross. Our main aims are to fundraise for the Red Cross, raise awareness and serve as a link to volunteer opportunities within the Nottingham Red Cross.

SCRUBS SCRUBS is the Students’ Union’s surgical society. We are one of the most medical societies, running a variety of events and teaching sessions not only relating to anatomy and surgery, but also including key clinical practice revision for history taking and objective structural clinical evaluations (OSCEs).

S’EXPRESSION We are a group of enthusiastic medical students dedicated to providing opportunities to discuss sexual health in an open, non-judgmental environment. We promote individual self-esteem and empowerment, encourage respect for personal beliefs and values, facilitate informed decision-making and autonomy regarding sex and sexual health and ensure that young people have the skills to access sources of confidential advice.

TEDDY BEAR HOSPITAL Teddy Bear Hospital (TBH) is a fun project for 3-7 year olds. It uses play to make young children more familiar with healthcare so they know they don’t need to be scared when they go and visit their doctor. Our clinics are perfect for working on communicating with children and are ideal if you’re hoping to work in paediatrics, or even simply looking to improve your communication skills.

WIDENING ACCESS TO MEDICAL SCHOOL (WAMS) WAMS aims to encourage as many students as possible to consider medicine as a career.

Competition to get into medical school is fierce and we strongly believe that students shouldn’t be limited by their backgrounds, so we run a variety of events and workshops throughout the year to help students though the application process.

WILDERNESS MEDICINE SOCIETY We train students with the skills they need to cope with medical emergencies and survival situations in remote and difficult conditions, through courses, weekend trips, and lectures.

SPORTS Badminton

Hockey

Basketball

Netball

Cheerleading

Rowing

Cricket

Rugby

Cycling

Squash

Football (Men’s)

Tennis

Football (Women’s) NURSING & MIDWIFERY ASSOCIATION (NMA) As a student nurse or midwife you are automatically a member of NMA Nottingham!

NMA Nottingham aims to provide sports facilities, welfare services, careers advice and social events for all student nurses and midwives. Find out all you need to know about these services on the Students’ Union website.

STUDENTS’ UNION PHYSIO & REHABILITATION ASSOCAITION (SUPRA) Physiotherapy and rehabilitation students - SUPRA is your link directly to the Students’ Union. Your elected committee members promise to work to address the issues that affect you, update you on important changes brought about by the University and make your time at University as fun as possible. They provide you with access to our own sports clubs, academic mentoring, voluntary courses and socials.

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UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM AT DERBY (UNAD) UNAD strives to offer a wide range of events and activities, including a variety of societies and sports clubs, for students at Derby on all courses to get involved with.

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