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Support for students affected by global conflict

Support for students affected by global conflict

Mon 02 Mar 2026
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Elections 2026 - Stand for Election

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Mon 02 Mar 2026
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An update on your Student Priorities

An update on your Student Priorities

Fri 20 Feb 2026
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Veterinary Medicine Community Pizza Night

Veterinary Medicine Community Pizza Night

The Veterinary Medicine Community kicked off the semester with a lively Pizza Night that drew around 80 attendees! The event created a relaxed, welcoming space for students across all years to unwind, connect, and enjoy an evening away from lectures.

Fri 20 Feb 2026
Ramadhan Mubarak - Support and guidance for students

Ramadhan Mubarak - Support and guidance for students

Ramadhan Mubarak to all who are observing Ramadan! Read on for a summary of the support available for students celebrating Ramadan, and advice for how all students can help support those marking Ramadhan

Thu 19 Feb 2026
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Honouring the Memory of Carla-Maria

Honouring the Memory of Carla-Maria

Thank you to everyone who joined the vigil for Carla-Maria and took the time to come together in her memory. We are deeply grateful to all who paused for reflection and helped create a space of respect and remembrance.

Thu 12 Feb 2026
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Using your voice on My Student Voice Platform

Using your voice on My Student Voice Platform

Your experiences matter. Speaking up is one of the most powerful ways students influence change at the University, and My Student Voice Platform exists to make sure your voices are heard, understood, and acted on.

Fri 06 Feb 2026
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Semester 1 Update from Chak

Semester 1 Update from Chak

Throughout Semester 1, I’ve been working alongside your other Elected Reps to make sure your student voice is heard and represented at the highest level of University governance.

Fri 06 Feb 2026
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LGBTQ+ History Month 2026

The beginning of February sees the start of LGBTQ+ History Month, an annual celebration of LGBTQ+ culture and achievements, while remembering the struggles and activism that paved the way for progress over the years.

Wed 04 Feb 2026
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An update on our Student Priorities

We really appreciate the time, honesty and care you brought to the conversation, whether that was through voting or by sharing your experiences in the comments

Tue 03 Feb 2026
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University Wide Network Issues Update and Information

University Wide Network Issues Update and Information

Fri 30 Jan 2026
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The Pulse - January 2026

Welcome to your monthly update from the Students’ Union on all things student voice and representation
January 2026

Fri 23 Jan 2026
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Support for our Iranian Students

We know that students and staff with friends and family in Iran are extremely worried at this time, and our thoughts are with anyone affected.

The University have pulled together a useful toolkit for anyone who feels upset, overwhelmed or anxious due to recent international events.

Thu 15 Jan 2026
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The Pulse - December 2025

Welcome to your monthly update from the Students’ Union on all things student voice and representation
December 2025

Thu 11 Dec 2025
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Winter Support and Opening Times

Winter Support and Opening Times

With the Winter Break rapidly approaching, here's a reminder of which wellbeing services are available at the University and Students’ Union during the festive period, along with opening hours for various services

Tue 02 Dec 2025
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International Students Get Together

International Students Get Together

A night of fun and connection.
We hosted our first International Students Get Together of the year, and it was a fantastic success. With over 70 students in attendance, the event had a great turn out, filling the room with energy, laughter, and new friendships!

Tue 02 Dec 2025
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Inter Faith Week

Inter Faith Week

In collaboration with Oasis, We celebrated Inter Faith Week last week with a range of great events and experiences.
Running from the 9th of November to the 16th, was ran by the chaplains at the Oasis centre and aimed to bring together students of different faiths and no faith through understanding and mutual respect.

Tue 02 Dec 2025
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The Pulse - September & October 2025

Welcome to your monthly update from the Students’ Union on all things student voice and representation.
September & October 2025

Wed 19 Nov 2025
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Weaving Trust

The event, held at 53 degrees, was a fantastic way to get people having meaningful discussions and building collective power by strengthening relationships across our membership and wider community.

Wed 19 Nov 2025
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UK Disability History Month 2025

UK Disability History Month 2025

The end of November marks UK Disability History Month, running between the 20th of November to the 20th of December, and aims to promote and celebrate the historical contributions of the disabled community - This year’s theme, ‘Disability, Life and Death.’

Wed 19 Nov 2025
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Trans Day of Remembrance

Trans Day of Remembrance 2025

Content warning: This article discusses violence and suicide within the transgender community.

Every year on November 20th the Transgender community and its allies take time to remember the people in our community that we have lost through violence or suicide in the years past.

Wed 19 Nov 2025
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International Men's day

International Men's day

November marks Men's mental health men, and here on International Men's day (19th November), we're here to let you know we're always on hand to help.  its important anyone struggling knows where to look and it's important that we help shift the narrative on mental health. It starts with you, your friends and your family, by breaking down the culture of silence and talking to those in your circle. In all the busyness of university life, remember to reach out and check in.

Wed 19 Nov 2025
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Inter Faith Week 2025

Inter Faith Week 2025

Inter Faith Week takes place from 9 - 16 November and aims to unite communities of religious and non-religious beliefs and raise awareness of the rich diversity of faith communities across the UK

Fri 07 Nov 2025
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University of Lancashire Students’ Union to host SU Marketing Conference 2026

University of Lancashire Students’ Union to host SU Marketing Conference 2026

University of Lancashire Students’ Union to host SU Marketing Conference 2026

Fri 07 Nov 2025
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Islamophobia Awareness Month

Islamophobia Awareness Month

November is the start of Islamophobia Awareness Month (IAM). This year’s theme is #flipthescript, where the emphasis is on challenging the narratives that misrepresent Muslims and reframing conversations based on stereotypes

Thu 06 Nov 2025
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Diwali - A cultural & student group collaboration celebration

Diwali

A cultural & student group collaboration celebration

Tue 04 Nov 2025
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Student Parents Get Together - An afternoon of Halloween fun & crafts

Student Parents Get Together

We had a great turnout at last week's Student Parents Get Together!
It was a valuable opportunity to meet and chat with student parents and listen to their experiences of balancing study and family life.

Tue 04 Nov 2025
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SU Reps: Early Reflections

The start of a new academic year always brings fresh energy across our campuses, a mix of excitement, curiosity, and those first steps into new communities. This year, our SU Representatives have noticed something a little different in how students are connecting, engaging, and shaping campus life. Here’s what they had to say.

Thu 30 Oct 2025
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Black History Month

Rep Your Flag Night

Afro-Caribbean Society hosted a Rep Your Flag Night for Black History Month to celebrating the vibrant diversity and incredible history of the African and Caribbean diaspora!

Thu 30 Oct 2025
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Study tips for new students

Study Tips

Achievement week is here and now’s your time to catch up or get ahead of the year – read through a few study tips put together by a member of your student community!

Mon 27 Oct 2025
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Stammering awareness day, a blog from your SU Rep, Chak

Stammer - It's How We Talk

"I’m still in the journey of self-acceptance". - I’m Chak, one of your SU Reps. And I am a stammerer. On International Stammering Awareness Day, I want to share my experience living with a stammer and what you should do when someone stammers.

Thu 23 Oct 2025
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Results are in - By Elections

By-Elections October 2025 Results

This year’s By-Elections are now over! Thank you to all our candidates and to all the students who voted. Find the results for the elections here!

Tue 21 Oct 2025
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Candidates for Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences School Rep Election

We're pleased to announce the candidates standing to be the School Representative for 2025/26 in the school of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences.

Fri 10 Oct 2025
A message of support for our Jewish Students

A message of support for our Jewish Students

Jewish students are a valued part of our Students’ Union. At this difficult time, we want you to know that you are not alone. We also want to be clear that we stand firmly against antisemitism, as well as any other form of hate and intolerance.

Thu 02 Oct 2025
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Support for our Nepalese Students

Support for our Nepalese Students

We are deeply concerned about the ongoing unrest in Nepal, and we know that it is taking an emotional toll on many of you, especially our Nepali student community. For those who are affected, please know you are not alone. We are here for you.

Fri 12 Sep 2025
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Living Well on a Budget

Living Well on a Budget

Need a little help managing your finances? look no further, we’ve got you covered - we’re here to show you how small changes and steps can help reduce your costs and stretch your money.

Wed 20 Aug 2025
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Looking After Yourself at University

Looking After Yourself at University

Starting in a new place can be scary, especially if you don’t know anyone or have travelled miles away from home for the first time. You may have all kinds of emotions and questions running through you - Here’s a few ways of making the transition into university life a little bit easier.

Wed 20 Aug 2025
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Your Guide To Welcome

Your Guide to Welcome

If you’re feeling a little lost and not sure what to expect when you arrive - don’t panic! We’re here to help. Read a little bit about us and check out what we've got planned for you along with some helpful tips to get you started with life as a university student!

Wed 20 Aug 2025
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When Survival Meets Silence: Speaking Out Against Honour Abuse

When Survival Meets Silence: Speaking Out Against Honour Abuse

Empowering Voices: an Honour Based Violence Campaign
Honour Based Violence (HBV) isn’t tied to any one culture or religion. It’s not tradition. It’s abuse – and it can happen in any community. No one has the right to control, hurt or silence you – not your partner, not your family. Many cases go unreported. It stays hidden, and that’s why it continues.

Our campaign Empowering Voices aims to shed a light on "so called" Honour Based Violence.

Fri 04 Jul 2025
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Results not what you thought?

Results not what you thought?

If you feel you haven’t done as well as you thought, we’re here to offer advice and support

Mon 16 Jun 2025
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A message of support

Support following the plane crash in India

Our heartfelt thoughts to everyone affected

Fri 13 Jun 2025
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Mental Health and the Power of Community

Mental Health and the Power of Community

We're supporting the Mental Health Foundation on Mental Health Awareness Week by celebrating the power and importance of community and how it supports our mental health and wellbeing - without community, there’s no mental health. We can’t afford to ignore it

Mon 12 May 2025
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A Message of Support

A Message of Support following the recent violence in Kashmir

We are deeply saddened by the recent violence in Kashmir and the rising military tensions between India and Pakistan. These events have left many in our community feeling shocked, distressed and concerned for loved ones. Our thoughts are with everyone affected, especially those with close ties to the region. If you’ve been affected in any way – emotionally, academically, or personally – there is support available.

Thu 08 May 2025
Golden Roses Winners 2025

Golden Roses Winners 2025

We are pleased to announce this year’s Winners for the Annual Golden Roses! Congratulations once again!

Wed 07 May 2025
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Why UCLan Students Are Voting This May

“We Are Capable of Change”: Why UCLan Students Are Voting This May

Local elections rarely make headlines - and yet, on 1st May 2025, thousands of people across Preston, Burnley and beyond will cast votes that directly shape the communities we live, study, and grow in. From bus services and bin collections, to housing regulation and youth services, these ballots determine who gets to make the decisions that affect students every single day. Read what your VP Education, Charlotte has to say about the local elections.

Wed 30 Apr 2025
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Study & Wellbeing Resources

Study & Wellbeing Resources

A few good reads to keep your mind focused, but rested throughout exam and assessment season

Thu 10 Apr 2025
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Top 5 Study Tips

Top 5 Study Tips from a Third Year Student

Studying at university can be tough, especially when you’re balancing assignments, exams, and maybe even a part-time job. As a third-year student at UCLan, I’ve had my fair share of late-night study sessions, caffeine-fuelled essays, and last-minute cramming. Over time, I’ve figured out what actually helps me stay on top of my work, and I want to share my top five study tips to make uni life a bit easier for you!

Thu 10 Apr 2025
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Golden Roses Shortlist 2025

Golden Roses Shortlist 2025

We are pleased to announce this year's shortlist for the 16th Annual Golden Roses!

Wed 09 Apr 2025
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Golden Roses Shortlist '25 - Burnley & Westlakes

Golden Roses Shortlist '25 - Burnley & Westlakes

We are pleased to announce this year's shortlist for the Burnley and Westlakes Golden Roses!

Wed 09 Apr 2025
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Mitigating Circumstances - A Breakthrough

Tue 01 Apr 2025
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Varsity Winners 2025

Thu 27 Mar 2025
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Elections Results 2025

Elections Results 2025

Fri 21 Mar 2025
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Budgeting with the Cost-of-Living Crisis

Budgeting with the Cost-of-Living Crisis

Finances got you down? Read how first year student, Lana, is tackling the rising cost of living through budgeting.

Wed 05 Mar 2025
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Varsity is back and it’s bigger and better than ever!

For the first time the event’s history, the annual sporting competition between UCLan and Edge Hill will be a three-day sporting extravaganza.

Thu 13 Feb 2025
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ABCD Award: Semester One Winners

ABCD Award: Semester One Winners

Our ABCD Award is for students who have gone ‘Above and Beyond the Call of Duty’ whilst volunteering with the Students’ Union. The award is nominated and chosen monthly by volunteer managers to recognise the great work that our student volunteers do.

Wed 29 Jan 2025
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My First Week: How the Students’ Union Supported Me

My First Week: How the Students’ Union Supported Me

Whether you've packed up every single thing you own and moved into student accommodation, or you’ve become part of the commuting community, starting university can be a huge shock to the system. Read how first year student Lana, coped with starting university and the impact we, the Students’ Union had on their experience.

Thu 16 Jan 2025
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Golden Roses Awards Ceremonies 2025, Nominations now open

Golden Roses 2025: Celebrating Excellence at University of Central Lancashire

Golden Roses Season has crept up on us again! Last year, we had a record-breaking year and received over 1,000 amazing nominations, we would love this year to be even bigger and better as it is the 16th Golden Roses!

Wed 08 Jan 2025
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Islamophobia Awareness Month '24

A month to recognise and celebrate the positive contributions of Muslims and raise awareness of how prevalent Islamophobia has become in our society. The goal of this year's campaign, #SeedsOfChange is to emphasise the importance of how small actions contribute to big change

Wed 13 Nov 2024
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Speak Week: 10 Vibe-Boosting Tips to Look After Your Wellbeing at Uni

Student life? It’s a total rollercoaster, but keeping your vibe up is key to thriving at uni! Here’s how to do it with a smile

Wed 06 Nov 2024
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Why I Became the Black Students' Representative

I knew immediately that I wanted to nominate myself, represent my community and see where the role would take me. I couldn’t believe that I was elected as the Black Students’ Representative, and now had the chance to enact change for my community.

Thu 24 Oct 2024
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Share your feedback on future teaching

Earn £10 - Help shape our university’s future! Join us for discussions and debate sessions to feedback and co-create with fellow students and staff

Tue 15 Oct 2024
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Hate Crime Awareness Week

A week to encourage those who are victims of hate crimes to report the discrimination they face, a week to educate and campaign to stop all forms of hate crimes going forward, a week to empower communities affected by hate crimes and a week to improve operational responses to hate crime.

Mon 14 Oct 2024
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Claim Your Space

An article written by your Vice President Activities, Sophie, on her journey to campaigning for the new inclusive gym space currently being offered at Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre! STFSC will be offering an inclusive gym space for women, those who identify as women and the non-binary community every Thursday in October from 10am – 2pm.

Mon 07 Oct 2024
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Hope Walk

The University and Students' Union have partnered with Papyrus and the Mary O’Gara Foundation to host a Hope Walk on Tuesday 8th October

Mon 07 Oct 2024
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Welcome to Welcome Week ‘24!

Your one stop hub for all the fun and excitement starting university brings!
From new beginnings, an incredible event line up and space to learn more about yourself, UCLan Students’ Union Welcome Week will bring you endless possibilities.

Mon 16 Sep 2024
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Officers Supporting the National Union of Students Statement

We stand united with our migrants, racialised, and Muslim communities who have been subjected to xenophobic, racist, and Islamophobic violence. These incidents reflect a disturbing trend that unfairly targets these groups and fuels division

Thu 08 Aug 2024
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Download the SafeZone App

Following the current rioting and civil unrest across the country, we understand that many of our student and staff community feel unsafe travelling. The University and Students' Union are recommending that all students and staff members download the SafeZone app if your phone or personal device allows you to.

Wed 07 Aug 2024

A message of support and solidarity following the recent riots

This is a message of support and solidarity from your Students’ Union. We know this is an incredibly difficult time for students, staff and our wider community. We know that some of our members might be feeling scared and confused. We are here to help. Read on for key information and options for seeking support (both University-led and external).

Mon 05 Aug 2024
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How to Look After Yourself & Your Wellbeing

Looking after your wellbeing is an important part of university life. Your wellbeing consists of physical, mental, social, financial, academic and more. Here are some tips for looking after your wellbeing at University

Wed 31 Jul 2024
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Introducing Your 2024 Officer Team!

Introducing your 24/25 Officers! Say Hi to President Luke, VP Activities Sophie, VP Welfare Joe and VP Education Charlotte! Your officers are here to represent the views of YOU and ensure that you're getting the best academic and student experience whilst at studying here. The role of officers is to raise awareness of issues and campaign for change

Wed 31 Jul 2024
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Making Friends at University

Meeting new people - the thing we all want to do but simultaneously dread! Luckily that means you’re in the same boat as everybody else, wanting to mingle and meet new people but trying to overcome the nerves first. Your social life and the people you meet are a huge aspect of your University life and experience. Sounds overwhelming? - We know, but fret not freshers, we’ve got some top tips to help you meet your new group.

Wed 31 Jul 2024
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Black Students Experience Survey

Your Black Students Rep, Christal wants to hear your views!
Christal is conducting research on the Black Student Experience at UCLan and UCLan SU to gain insight into the lives of UCLan students in and around campus and to ensure that we are helping to create a better University experience for our students.

Wed 12 Jun 2024
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Extended Preston Campus Library Opening Times!

We are pleased to announce from Monday 6th May until Thursday 11th July the Preston Campus Library will now be open from 7:30am until 3:30am!
This change has arisen as Aman Sahoo, School President of Medicine and Dentistry raised the issue with several departments across the University

Tue 21 May 2024
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Sports Awards Winners '24

It was a night of celebration as we honoured our sports clubs, members and coaches at the annual UCLan SU Sports Awards. Congratulations to all the Winners and Nominees!

Tue 21 May 2024
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Update on the Starbucks Big Idea

An update following the latest Students' Council meeting.

Mon 13 May 2024
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Union Survey '24

We’re back with another survey and more prizes! Tell us what you think of us and our services and you could win a GOLD Merlin annual pass (just in time for summer), an SU merch/grad merch bundle or a weekly shop and food voucher!

All you need to do is fill out the survey, give us some feedback and you’ll be automatically entered into our prize draw!

Thu 09 May 2024
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The Great Donate '24

Every year when students leave, hundreds of perfectly good household items are thrown away and end up in landfill. Donate your goods to us and we can rehouse them!

Wed 08 May 2024
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ACES Winners '24

Last week we held our end of year ACES celebration to commemorate the hard work and achievements of our volunteers, student groups and student staff!
Huge congratulations to everyone who was nominated for an ACES award and of course congratulations to our winners.

Wed 08 May 2024
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Golden Roses Winners '24!

We are pleased to announce this year’s Winners for the Annual Golden Roses!

Fri 26 Apr 2024
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By-Elections April 2024 Results

This year’s By-Elections are now over! Thank you to all our candidates and to all the students who voted. Find the results for each of the elections here!

Fri 26 Apr 2024
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Sports Awards 2024 Shortlist

Sports Awards ’24 Shortlist

The 2024 Sports Awards Shortlist is here!
The award winners will be honoured at the ‘Sports Ball’ at Ribby Hall Village on Friday 19 April
Club Colours, Full Colours and the Red Rose Awards will be announced on the night.

Mon 15 Apr 2024
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Golden Roses Shortlist ’24

We are pleased to announce this year’s shortlist for the Annual Golden Roses!

Tue 09 Apr 2024
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Election Results 2024

This year’s elections are now over! Thank you to all our candidates and to all the students who voted. We can confirm the Students’ Union Elections have closed and we have delivered a free and fair election process.

You can find the results for each of the elections- from the next leaders of the Students’ Union, to who will be representing your schools and communities!

Fri 08 Mar 2024
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National Student Money Week

The cost of living crisis is affecting lots of people in lots of different ways, and there has been a lot of news about the continued rise in energy bills, inflation, and the cost of living. Here are a few top tips and resources to help you get by

Fri 08 Mar 2024
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The University want to change their name, do you agree? Have your say here

As students, you have the right to voice your opinions on the proposed name change, the OfS are hosting an online survey that you can take part in to determine whether the proposed name is, or has the potential to be, confusing or misleading

Wed 21 Feb 2024
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Elections 2024 - Candidate Announcement

Find out who'll be campaigning for your votes in the upcoming Election!

Thu 15 Feb 2024
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Race Equality Charter Focus Group

A race equality update and chance to get £20 Love2Shop voucher.
Survey results, focus groups and support available to you!

Fri 09 Feb 2024
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A Day in the Life of A Medical Student

A blog written by third year medical student, Aman Sahoo, describing their typical day, along with notes about their current campaigns involving campaigning for a between campus shuttle bus and campaigning for extended library hours

Wed 17 Jan 2024
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Race Equality Charter

We're working with the University and encouraging all students to share their experiences and take part in the Race Equality Charter Survey. We want to know where you feel things are working and where improvements need to be made around UCLan

Fri 15 Dec 2023
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A Change for Mitigating Circumstances

An article written by your VP Education, Charlotte, regarding the current procedure surrounding Mitigating Circumstances and a push for change

Mon 11 Dec 2023
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Broadening Horizons - Disability History Month

As part of our continued journey to become a more liberated, welcoming and empowering SU for all, our staff have put together a collection of literature, art, films and shows that showcase the talent and diversity of our Disabled Community to celebrate and recognise Disability History Month

Mon 04 Dec 2023
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Disability History Month

Information about Disability History Month along with events, resources and services available to you!

Fri 17 Nov 2023
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The Great Donate Freshers’ Week Success

The Students’ Union has had a lot of demand for the Great Donate to return, and we can confirm that we will be continuing to collect donations throughout Semester 1, with the intention of re-opening the Great Donate in January as part of our Refreshers’ plans for new and returning students.

Wed 08 Nov 2023
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Being Care Experienced at University

A blog written by your Care Experience Rep, Jodie Roberts, expanding on her current Big Idea submission “UCLAN to support Care Leavers and Care Experienced Students by expressing an interest in signing the NNECL Quality Mark”

Wed 08 Nov 2023
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Islamophobia Awareness Month

November marks Islamophobia Awareness month. A month to recognise and celebrate the positive contributions of Muslims and raise awareness of how prevalent Islamophobia has become in society. Read more about Islamophobia and how you can take part in the conversation and be part of the solution of challenging the narrative

Wed 01 Nov 2023
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Broadening Horizons - Black History Month

As part of our continued journey to become a more liberated, welcoming and empowering SU for all, our staff have put together a collection of literature, art, films, shows and musicians that showcase the heritage, talent and diversity of the Black Community to celebrate and recognise Black History Month

Tue 24 Oct 2023
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Safe Protesting Guidelines and Tips according to UK Law

We understand that given the current humanitarian crisis in Palestine and Israel, some of our students will be involved in numerous forms of activism, from physical protests, sharing information online and writing to party leaders.
When taking to the streets to protest or sharing information online, it’s important to be aware of UK Law and guidelines.
We’ve put together some helpful tips to activism and guidelines for protesting.

Fri 20 Oct 2023
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Broadening Horizons - East Asian Heritage Month

As part of our continued journey to become a more liberated, welcoming and empowering SU for all, our staff have put together a collection of literature, art, films, shows and musicians that showcase the heritage, talent and diversity of East and South East Asia to celebrate East and South East Asian Heritage Month

Thu 19 Oct 2023
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Support for Our Community - A Joint Statement

Our thoughts are with the entire student and wider community who continue to be affected by the violence and loss of life in Israel and Gaza over the last week.

Tue 17 Oct 2023
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Hate Crime Awareness Week

This week is national Hate Crime Awareness Week,  a week to encourage those who are victims of hate crimes to report the discrimination they face, a week to educate and campaign to stop all forms of hate crimes going forward, a week to empower communities affected by hate crimes and a week to improve operational responses to hate crime.

Sat 14 Oct 2023
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Preferred Name Campaign

This year, your Trans* rep, Avery is campaigning to the University on their “preferred name policy”. Avery is campaigning for the University to make a change and allow students to have their chosen identity and name fully recognised across the board.
She has written a piece on her campaign, detailing her aims and providing context behind her campaign as to why using a persons preferred name matters

Tue 03 Oct 2023
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International Students Fee Updated Deadline

International Students enrolling for the new academic year will receive email communication from the University clarifying outstanding tuition fee payments and the updated process.

Over the last week, the Elected Officers of the Students’ Union received  feedback from international students who were struggling to meet the original deadline set to pay the remaining 50% of their tuition. The Officers took this feedback directly to the Vice Chancellor's Group of the University.

Fri 29 Sep 2023
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Banning Trans Conversion Therapy in the UK: A Call to Action for University Students

Avery is the Trans Students' Rep on the Students' Council and has written a blog about why we need to ban conversion therapy.

Tue 26 Sep 2023
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Additional Strike Info - Sep 2023

What does the strike mean for me and why is it relevant?

Mon 18 Sep 2023
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Officer Statement - September Strike Action

We understand that there have been recent announcements regarding potential strike action by UCU during Freshers' Week. While strike action can be disruptive, we believe that it is essential to respect the rights and concerns of both our academic staff and students. Rest assured that we are actively engaged in discussions with the University to minimise any adverse and long-term effects on your education

Mon 18 Sep 2023
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A New Year at UCLan Students' Union!

September is upon us again, meaning that the countdown to Freshers is on! 
Our new Social Media Assistant, Lily, gives you her 5 top tips on how to make the most out of your time with us!

Fri 15 Sep 2023
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The only way is UP – for Student Voice in NSS

The Students’ Union is celebrating a particularly astounding year in terms of the response from final-year students in the National Students Survey (NSS) when it comes to how well students believe the Students’ Union represents students’ academic interests

Thu 31 Aug 2023
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Student Spotlight - Aamina Desai

This year, Textiles Graduate Aamina, won three awards for her final year project! She worked tirelessly across the year to produce pieces that connected her passion for textiles to her ancestral roots. Aamina created beautiful pieces of work that resulted in her collection “Homeland Reverie” and was featured in Graduate Fashion Week in London! - Such an amazing accomplishment! Have a look through her collection and some words written by Aamina herself

Wed 23 Aug 2023
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Making Friends at University

Meeting new people - the thing we all want to do but simultaneously dread! Luckily that means you’re in the same boat as everybody else, wanting to mingle and meet new people but trying to overcome the nerves first. Your social life and the people you meet are a huge aspect of your University life and experience. Sounds overwhelming? - We know, but fret not freshers, we’ve got some top tips to help you meet your new group.

Wed 23 Aug 2023
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Broadening Horizons - South Asian Heritage Month

As part of our continued journey to become a more liberated, welcoming and empowering SU for all, our staff have put together a collection of literature, art, films, shows and musicians that showcase the heritage, talent and diversity of South Asia to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month

Tue 15 Aug 2023
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Advice Service Statement

Due to the high volume of enquiries, we will not be responding to any new enquiries until Monday 24th of July except the most urgent & time sensitive of cases

Fri 07 Jul 2023
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Sports Ball 2023 Winners!

It was a night of celebration as we honoured our sports clubs, members and coaches at the annual UCLan SU Sports Awards.

Thu 27 Apr 2023
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UCLan Win Varsity!

UCLan win their last two games against Edge Hill to reclaim the Varsity Trophy!

Thu 30 Mar 2023
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My experience of being a part of sports at UCLan

Masters student, Sam, who currently plays for 5 of our sports teams writes about her experiences. "Putting on my UCLan kit and being on court knowing that I am representing my uni gives me a sense of pride and honour"

Fri 24 Mar 2023
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Student Money Week Tips & Resources

The cost of living crisis is affecting lots of people in lots of different ways, and there has been a lot of news about the continued rise in energy bills, inflation, and the cost of living. Here are a few top tips and resources to help you get by

Mon 27 Feb 2023
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How I'm Coping With The Rising Cost of Living

Read how one of our students is coping with the current cost of living criss

Mon 27 Feb 2023
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Week

Read our student blog about the importance of going to a cervical cancer screening and their experience of having one

Thu 26 Jan 2023
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Towards an enriched campus: the power of language - A blog on Islamophobia

A blog Written by Third Year, English Language Student, Nurunnahar Sultana on her experiences and achievements as a Muslim university student.

Mon 23 Jan 2023
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How the Students' Union Benefits Me as a Student

"I’m in my second year of studying at UCLan and I feel that I didn’t fully reap all of the benefits that I could have in my first year, so here’s a few things I have benefitted from in my second year and some of the other services available through the Students’ Union that may come in handy for the rest of my studies!"

Thu 12 Jan 2023
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Top Tips For Surviving Winter At Uni

Well it’s hit December, meaning the weather is getting colder, and the temptation to stay snuggled up in bed gets more and more appealing. Here are some top tips to make sure you are prepared to study, have fun and enjoy the winter season here at UCLan!

Fri 02 Dec 2022
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Black History Month, Time for Change: Action not Words

A piece written by Victoria Ibezim, PhD student.

Thu 27 Oct 2022
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Environmenstrual Week

Did you know 48% of girls in the UK are embarrassed about their periods?
Let's change that.

Fri 14 Oct 2022
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Sharing begins the healing process

Raham's blog for World Mental Health Day 2022

Mon 10 Oct 2022
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"Check in on those you care about"

Nitam's blog for World Mental Health Day 2022

Mon 10 Oct 2022
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"Be Kind to Your Mind"

Nikita's blog for World Mental Health Day 2022

Mon 10 Oct 2022
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Opening Wednesday 14th September, 3pm!

Tue 13 Sep 2022
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Essay Mills Campaign Success

5 min read

Fri 29 Oct 2021
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Events

Cost of Studying/Living Focus Group
3rd March
SU Building - Flintoff
Come and give us your views and stories!
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3rd March
Lampworks
Back for another year, our hugely popular, free to enter quiz night has returned to our on-campus Student Bar, Lampworks!
Teaching Focus Group
4th March
SU Building - Flintoff
Come and give us your views and stories!
Facilities Focus Group
5th March
SU Building - Park room
Come and give us your views and stories!
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