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Graduation Ceremonies Cancelled

We share the heartbreak, frustration, and disappointment. Tell us...

Mon 05 Jul 2021

Graduating Scholars receive volunteering award

Two Lloyds Scholars graduating from the University of Bath have r...

Fri 02 Jul 2021

All over 18's invited to book COVID Vaccinations in England

Information on how to get the vaccinations, including for interna...

Fri 18 Jun 2021

SCORE cancelled

Following the latest government announcement SCORE can no longer ...

Tue 15 Jun 2021

Staying Safe as you Swim

It might be tempting to jump into the river for a cool-down, but ...

Wed 02 Jun 2021

Thank you for planting you vote in the SU Officer Elections

Together we planted over 500 trees and hit all our major mileston...

Thu 27 May 2021

Reflecting on 2020/21

What a strange year! But congratulations to everyone for all of t...

Thu 27 May 2021

Plug & Tub Does Graduation

Late night at The SU for the class of 2021 & the class of 2020...

Tue 25 May 2021

One year on from the murder of George Floyd

A reflection on race equality work within The SU and the Universi...

Mon 24 May 2021

The SU nominated for Bath Life Award

This is such an achievement and we're so proud of our community f...

Fri 21 May 2021

SU Statement of Support

We are here to support all of our students and their loved ones w...

Mon 17 May 2021

Lecture Capture Policy confirmed

After several years of lobbying, we're delighted to have a writte...

Thu 13 May 2021

Free Lateral Flow Tests available

COVID Lateral flow home test kits available to collect on campus...

Wed 12 May 2021

The Plug to open – FINALLY!

The Plug will open for indoor seating in the evenings from Monday...

Tue 11 May 2021

Student Safety in Bath

Together with the Student Community Partnership, we are looking a...

Mon 10 May 2021

Celebrating Education at Bath

Congratulations to the Winners in the 2021 Education Awards....

Fri 07 May 2021

Rep of the Month

Congratulations to Megan & Will have been amazing advocates for t...

Thu 29 Apr 2021

Get ready for Summer at Bath

Together with the University we're planning a series of events th...

Thu 29 Apr 2021

Activities Officer Elected

Zoë Paumelle has been elected as SU Activities Officer for 2021/2...

Fri 23 Apr 2021

Introducing the Playground

A free space for all to enjoy in groups of 6....

Fri 23 Apr 2021

Catch up on Questions to Candidates

The 8 Candidates running to be SU Activities Officer were put in ...

Tue 20 Apr 2021

Shortlist for SU Awards Announced

The SU Awards will take place on Thursday 29 April, join us as we...

Fri 16 Apr 2021

Disappointment at latest Government announcement

A statement from The SU Officers regarding in-person teaching on ...

Thu 15 Apr 2021

Be Kind, criticise policies not people.

The SU Activities Officer Elections are underway and we're asking...

Thu 15 Apr 2021

Support Equal Access at Bath

Donations wanted - Equal Access at Bath is a student-led initiati...

Wed 14 Apr 2021

NUS National Conference

Find out what our NUS Delegates have been up to at National Confe...

Wed 07 Apr 2021

New Assistive Technology Room!

There are now two work rooms increasing the provisions for studen...

Tue 30 Mar 2021

Support Active Travel to campus and locally in Bath

We have been working on Active Travel to get students walking or ...

Thu 18 Mar 2021

Keep busy over the Easter period

Our suggestions to keep busy and active during the Easter break...

Wed 17 Mar 2021

Rep of the Month revealed

Congratulations to Franklin Memet our February Rep of the Month...

Wed 17 Mar 2021
 
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The SU news

Graduation Ceremonies Cancelled

We share the heartbreak, frustration, and disappointment. Tell us how have you been impacted

 
Graduating Scholars receive volunteering award

Two Lloyds Scholars graduating from the University of Bath have received awards from Lloyds Banking Group for their volunteering

 
All over 18's invited to book COVID Vaccinations in England

Information on how to get the vaccinations, including for international students and those registered with GPs in England, Northern Ireland, Wales or Scotland.

 
Staying Safe as you Swim

It might be tempting to jump into the river for a cool-down, but it's important to know what to do if anything goes wrong

 
Thank you for planting you vote in the SU Officer Elections

Together we planted over 500 trees and hit all our major milestones!

 
Reflecting on 2020/21

What a strange year! But congratulations to everyone for all of the hard work you've put into making bath such an incredible place to study

 
Plug & Tub Does Graduation

Late night at The SU for the class of 2021 & the class of 2020

 
One year on from the murder of George Floyd

A reflection on race equality work within The SU and the University

 
The SU nominated for Bath Life Award

This is such an achievement and we're so proud of our community for coming together over the past year.

 
Free Lateral Flow Tests available

COVID Lateral flow home test kits available to collect on campus

 
The Plug to open – FINALLY!

The Plug will open for indoor seating in the evenings from Monday 17 May!

 
Student Safety in Bath

Together with the Student Community Partnership, we are looking at ways to enhance student safety across Bath.

 
Celebrating Education at Bath

Congratulations to the Winners in the 2021 Education Awards.

 
Rep of the Month

Congratulations to Megan & Will have been amazing advocates for their courses in fighting for changes to their exams.

 
Activities Officer Elected

Zoë Paumelle has been elected as SU Activities Officer for 2021/22

 
Introducing the Playground

A free space for all to enjoy in groups of 6.

 
Disappointment at latest Government announcement

A statement from The SU Officers regarding in-person teaching on campus.

 
Be Kind, criticise policies not people.

The SU Activities Officer Elections are underway and we're asking for kindness throughout this period.

 
NUS National Conference

Find out what our NUS Delegates have been up to at National Conference.

 
New Assistive Technology Room!

There are now two work rooms increasing the provisions for students who require the space!

 
Support Active Travel to campus and locally in Bath

We have been working on Active Travel to get students walking or cycling to campus.

 
Keep busy over the Easter period

Our suggestions to keep busy and active during the Easter break

 
Rep of the Month revealed

Congratulations to Franklin Memet our February Rep of the Month

 
It's been a heavy week

What started off being so positive as we celebrated women across the world, has been followed by global news coverage of some of the harsh realities which women still face.

 
Celebrating Rob Tyrrell’s Legacy

This year, as part of our SU Awards, we are introducing the Rob Tyrrell Award for Outstanding Individual Contribution.

 
Statement against racial abuse

The SU unreservedly condemn discriminatory and hateful behaviour directed towards students of colour.

 
The results are in, meet your 2021/22 SU Officer Team

The votes are in and we can now confirm the results of our SU Officer Elections.

 
The SU will remain affiliated to NUS UK

The SU Held a referendum to determine whether The SU should remain affiliated to The SU.

 
Plant your vote in the SU Officer elections

As part of our work towards a greener SU, we will plant 1 tree for every 10 individual votes placed in the SU Officer Elections.

 
Gender Identity Policy and Public Toilet Consultation

Commitments around equality, diversity and inclusion must be followed up by tangible action!

 
Farewell to Rob Tyrrell

Together we join Rob Tyrrell’s family in saying goodbye to our friend and Activities Officer for 2020/21 who has been laid to rest near his family home.

 
Extension to Rent rebate confirmed

Students in University managed & nomination accommodation who have been unable to use it have had the rent rebate extended until the 8 March!

 
The SU calls for leniency and flexibility from landlords in the private sector

Student officer teams and Vice Chancellors from both universities in Bath have written an open letter pleading for some leniency and flexibility in arrangements from the private housing sector.

 
Congratulations to Bath Time, winners of two regional awards

Student newspaper Bath Time took home two awards at the recent 'Regional Student Publication Association Awards'.

 
Nicky Passmore appointed as new Chief Executive of The SU

We are pleased to announce that Nicky Passmore has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive of the Students’ Union

 
SU Finances and 2021/22 Budget

It's no secret that Covid-19 has had a huge impact on us all. One area that has taken a hit is our finances. As a member-led organisation, we felt it was important to make you aware of this as we start planning for the 2021/22 academic year.

 
Congratulations to our first Rep of the Month

We are kicking of the start of semester 2 with our brand new Rep of the Month Scheme, find out who won January!

 
SU President meets with Universities Minister

Francesco, our SU President met with the Universities Minister to discuss higher education during the pandemic

 
University offers full rent rebate during national lockdown

Thanks to our collective lobbying efforts we are delighted the University has made this decision.

 
Bath Students Spread Compassion at Christmas

Thank you to everyone that volunteered as part of BANES Compassion At Christmas campaign

 
A busy Week in The SU

Rent, No Detriment and mental health are such a major concern for us all. Find out what the SU Officers have been doing since the return from the winter break.

 
Living Life in The Edge

For the past 5 years The Edge has been a hub of all things art. We're very happy to announce that this is now an SU-led space, allowing us to champion creativity within our student community

 
Remembering Rob

As we start the new academic year, we wanted to post an update about what we are planning to do to remember our friend and colleague, Rob Tyrrell, who passed away in June this year.

 
VTeam host Christmas Party for Twerton Children

5 volunteers put on a virtual Christmas party for 40 children to bring some festive spirit into schools in Bath

 
Volunteer Co-ordinator on New Years Honours List

We are thrilled that Joshua Hale has been presented with a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year 2021 Honours List.

 
Lockdown 3

Things have dramatically changed overnight. Please seek support if you need it.

 
Important Covid-19 information for students

Helpful links to key information that you may need

 
Volunteers doing things differently

We've all had to adjust during covid times, but that doesn't mean we can't still be giving back to our community.

 
Volunteer Coordinator receives Special Recognition Award

Congratulations to Josh on this prestigious award, we couldn't be prouder!

 
Bath Scholar wins National Volunteering Award

Congratulations to Lyam England who has been awarded the 'Lloyds Champion of the year' for his service to volunteering.

 
The SU and the University Declare A Climate Emergency

Today, The SU, together with the University of Bath, joined the global movement of student organisations declaring a climate emergency.

 
Education Awards 2020

Jointly hosted by The SU and the University, these awards celebrate all of the fantastic work that's happened in the realms of learning and teaching. Congratulations to all of our winners

 
Bath STAR giving refugee children a helping hand

Student group Bath STARs (Student Action for Refugees) are supporting local children from refugee backgrounds in a weekly homework club.

 
Two nominations for SU Officers at Wonkhe Awards

The Wonke awards are there to shine a light on the best of the community’s writing, ideas and analysis that have been pivotal to debate in the higher education sector over the year. Congratulations to Alisha and Eve for their nominations!

 
Parliamentary reception for Bath’s quality students’ union

The SU at the University of Bath has received an award at a special parliamentary reception to mark students’ unions high standards of management.

 
Will we ever get better buses?

We are still asking the same questions we were asking a year ago. The SU proactively looking into bus solutions has come at a price - the University have been let off the hook. We are done doing their work for them.

 
The SU Wins Best Bar None National Award - Again!

For the second year running, The SU Bars and Events team has won a top national award as part of a Home Office approved scheme that promotes responsible management for bars and nightclubs.

 
Act now to create a dementia-friendly future

The SU University of Bath is working with Alzheimer’s Society to ask all our students and staff to become Dementia Friends.

 
The SU wins national campaigns award

The award, from the National Union of Students, recognises the work that the SU Officer team has done over the last 12 months with regards to campaigning.

 
Student volunteers collaborate on Urban Beach Clean

On Saturday 20 October 2018, members of V Team collaborated with Bath Spa volunteering project Go, Give, Experience and the Whale and Dolphin Conservation charity to organise an ‘Urban Beach Clean’. The focus of this was to draw attention to the growing urban plastic problem that’s contributing to pollution.

 
 
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