GUIDE 2016-17 warwicksu.com Warwick SU is an independent, not-for profit charitable organisation which serves as the main representative body for students at the University of Warwick. All the money you spend in our commercial outlets is directly reinvested back into academic & personal representation, advice & welfare facilities, student clubs & societies, campaigning, social opportunities and much, much more!
OUR VALUES : We are... STUDENT FOCUSED | we put students at the heart of everything we do We are... DEMOCRATIC | we are representative, ethical, transparent and accountable We are... WELCOMING | we are supportive, helpful, inclusive and value diversity We are... . ENRICHING | we nurture students’ aspirations and help them develop We are... INDEPENDENT | we are the independent voice of Warwick students
WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU? Whatever your interests or priorities are during your time at Warwick, we’re here to support, develop, advise and entertain you throughout your academic career.
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Warwick SU is here to help you realise your full potential during your time at University. opportunities, entertainment, value or just some much-needed distraction, we are the in how we represent you and the difference we make to your student life.
REPRESENTATION Warwick SU is a democratically-run membership organisation, with every student automatically becoming a member upon enrolling at Warwick. We are the independent voice of Warwick students – although the SU receives an annual grant from the University and works with it, we are not a part of its formal structure, and are thus able to represent your views at a local, regional and national level. We do this in various ways:
ACADEMIC SUPPORT warwicksu.com/education
We hope you will have a fantastic time studying at Warwick – however, we are here to help whenever problems crop up. The SU’s free, confidential and independent Advice Centre helps students with personal issues, housing, immigration or course-related problems, funding and finances, and University complaints & procedures. Check out your Welfare Guide or our webpages for more info: warwicksu.com/advice. advice@warwicksu.com 024 765 72824 |
Do you want to influence the quality of your course, campaign for change and provide a voice for students in your department? If so, consider becoming a Course Rep or Faculty Rep – head to warwicksu.com/sslc for more information!
Cwarwicksu.com/campaigning AMPAIGNING The SU runs campaigns all year round based on the issues that matter most to you. Visit the website for more info!
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CLINICS
COLLECTIVE ACTIONS warwicksu.com/getinvolved Whether it’s through SU policy, societies or community volunteering, our collective voice is so much stronger than a lone one. The SU brings different groups of students together and provides training, support and resources to help enact the changes you want to see!
Dwarwicksu.com/democracy EMOCRACY All of this is directed and decided by YOU, our members, via Officer Elections, Referenda and AllStudent Meetings. Make sure you have your say by voting online – or, better still, run for a position!
CHARITY FUNDRAISING warwicksu.com/rag RAG (Raising and Giving) Society support student fundraising efforts throughout the year – whether that’s as part of a sports club, society, group of friends or as an individual. Whatever causes you care about, our fundraising team are here to help make your ideas a reality.
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The SU Advice Centre is on the top floor of SUHQ. Take the lift located in the ground floor foyer of SUHQ, opposite the lockers, straight up to the Advice Centre entrance on the second floor. Look out too for our Housing Day event and Love Community campaign, which help to relieve the pressures of living offcampus: warwicksu.com/housing.
OPPORTUNITIES WORK/JOBS warwicksu.com/jobs We employ 300 students in part-time roles to work alongside our full-time permanent staff team. We have a variety of flexible roles, from Bar Staff, Stewards and Reception Assistants to Street Team members, First Aiders and Tech Services crew!
VOLUNTEERING warwicksu.com/volunteer Volunteering is a great way to develop new skills while helping out some great causes in the local area. Warwick Volunteers can find a project that suits you, while the SU also provides opportunities to get involved.
TRAINING warwicksu.com/skillshub We want to help you maximise your employability by presenting a range of ways to help with your start-up, social enterprise, society or personal development.
GO GLOBAL warwicksu.com/goglobal With 35% of our student population hailing from outside the UK, globalising your education will immeasurably improve your time at university whether that’s studying abroad, joining cultural societies, volunteering or learning a language!
SION OR PRIORITY?
. Whether you need us to provide help, advice, support, socialising ndependent voice of Warwick students. Visit warwicksu.com to see
VALUE The SU works hard to provide value-for-money to students, with all the money you spend in our outlets directly reinvested back into services which benefit you, our members! Check out warwicksu.com/valueformoney to see where your money goes, or head to warwicksu.com/environment to discover how we’re building a greener and more sustainable SU. Warwick SU boasts some of the best places to eat and drink on campus, all at a range of affordable prices.
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The Union’s independent vintage tea shop prides itself on serving a fantastic variety of teas, coffees, cake, crumpets, fresh fruit smoothies and milkshakes. Look out too for freshly-baked pastries and paninis!
Choose from a wide range of hot & cold fillings at our bespoke baguette bar, all freshly prepared and made to order. Meal deals, weekly specials and seasonal tieins are also on offer!
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From early morning until late evening, our restaurant offers an imaginative menu of breakfasts, freshly-prepared meals, seasonal specials, light bites and a tempting array of delicious desserts.
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With its friendly atmosphere and hearty food choice, our traditional pub is the perfect place to relax. The home of real ale on campus, ‘The Duck’ stocks a variety of wines, niche beers, ciders and soft drinks.
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A buzzing atmosphere, combined with our expertly-stocked bar and cocktail menu, makes The Terrace Bar a great place to watch the lights go down. Look out for our ‘Bus Stop’ happy-hour: 4pm-9pm on weekdays!
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An exclusive social space for postgraduates, The Graduate’s comfy seating and prime setting make it the ideal location for a lunch break with friends, a quiet drink or a relaxing read.
We cater for a variety of dietary needs and our team will be happy to help in any way they can – just ask us!
ACTIVITIES Warwick SU offers an unprecedented array of opportunities for students to get involved in extra-curricular activities.
SOCIETIES warwicksu.com/societies Discover what you love during your time at university! We have an incredible 250 studentrun societies catering to a wide range of interests including Academic Societies, Activities & Games, Campaigning, Culture, Film & Media, Food & Drink, Music Appreciation, Performance, Religious & Belief, and Welfare, Charity & Action. Check out the full selection online!
SPORT warwicksu.com/sports Warwick offers a huge variety of sporting opportunities and has exceptional facilities on campus. Whether you want to compete in BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) fixtures, represent Warwick in the annual Varsity tournament, take part in trips & tours or just get together with friends, there is something for everyone. To view the full range of opportunities visit warwick.ac.uk/services/sport, then check out our 65 clubs (open to all levels of ability) online.
SOCIALISING warwicksu.com/events When it comes to social events, the SU hosts everything from big-name acts to student bands, theatre, forums, comedy and dance. There’s always something going on that’s sure to appeal to even the most wayward tastes – and, if not, you or your society can book out the venue to put on your own events!
We also run events in The Terrace Bar, The Dirty Duck and Curiositea – and of course, you don’t have to drink to have fun. Our programme is varied and diverse, reflecting our student body as a whole!
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COLLECTIVE ACTIONS warwicksu.com/getinvolved Students standing together to support causes they believe in.
CAMPAIGNING
warwicksu.com/campaigning Standing up for students on the issues that matter most to them.
DEMOCRACY
warwicksu.com/democracy Students deciding how their SU is run through Officer Elections and All-Student Meetings.
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YOUR SABBATICAL OFFICER TEA
ACADEMIC SUPPORT warwicksu.com/education
Providing students with a voice on their degree course via Course Reps, Faculty Reps and StudentStaff Liaison Committees (SSLCs).
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Helping students raise £50,000+ annually for charitable causes.
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EDUCATION OFFICER
Luke Pilot
Hope Worsdale
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SUPPORT
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Students standing together to support causes they believe in.
ADVICE
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POSTGRADUATE OFFICER
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Advising students on a wide range of subjects such as housing, money, immigration and academic issues.
WELLBEING
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Nat Panda
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Advising students on their housing options and accommodation rights.
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Sam Carter
Iranga Tcheko
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Madi Simcock-Brown
ENVIRONMENT & ETHICS CAMPAIGNS OFFICER
ETHNIC MINORITIES OFFICER
DISABLED STUDENTS OFFICER
LGBTUA+ OFFICER
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GENERAL ENQUIRIES
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GO GLOBAL
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WELFARE & CAMPAIGNS OFFICER
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TRAINING
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NETWORKING
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VOLUNTEERING
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FOOD & DRINK
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UNDERGRAD SOCIAL SCIENCE REP
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