The Students’ Union is run by students for students – that means we’re completely dedicated to representing students at Staffs and helping provide what they want from their student experience. That covers everything from advice and support, great venues and events to representation, sports clubs, activities and even a dedicated student media service.
We’re constantly striving to ensure the best possible experience for all students at Staffs and free membership of the Students’ Union is automatic on enrolling at Staffordshire University. That means our students get to have their say in what we do and how we do it.
Staffordshire University Students’ Union is a democratic organisation, working entirely for the benefit of students.
The Students' Union sponsors and supports a diverse range of student-run groups. These include both competitive and recreational sports groups, special interest groups, academic societies and some that we are unable to categorise! You can find out contact details and any info the groups have posted by following the links below.
The Student Advice Centre (SAC) offers confidential and impartial advice on a variety of issues, such as: student finance, academic affairs, student housing, debt management etc. In addition, there are a number of online self help materials which you can access from the Advice Guide.Find out more...
Academic Reps can raise issues when something is wrong or tell the University what works for you and your student experience. If you need advice regarding your course then contact your Academic Rep.Find out more...
Money Doctors is part of the Students’ Union Student Advice Centre. It is free, independent, impartial and confidential. Click on the logo to see how we can help you keep your finances healthy and make your money achieve what you want it to.Find out more...
You can feel safe in the knowledge that the University has a Cop Shop with a friendly campus police officer who is around to answer any questions. You can speak to him about anything from the security of your property, your personal safety or to report a crime.Find out more...
LRV is the Stoke Campus nightclub and holds our regular clubnights such as the ever popular Gobble on a Wednesday night and Super Friday. LRV is the Union’s largest venue with 1300 capacity.Find out more...
Legends and The Lounge are the Union's Beaconside campus venues. The Lounge is a recently refurbished, stylish bar serving great food and coffee as well as the traditional bar refreshments seven days a week. Legends is the Stafford Campus's nightclub and holds our weekly clubnight Mukky Duck as well as regular live music performances. Find out more...
The Ember Lounge is Staffordshire University Students' Union second Stoke Venue. Winner of Best Late Night Venue Midlands and Wales and a Best Bar None award, the Ember Lounge offers something for everybody. Whether it's an early morning espresso to get you ready for the day, a great value lunch or a night of cocktails and entertainment, we aim to deliver. Find out more...
The Squeeze Box has a delicious menu for both breakfast and lunch. For those wanting something healthy, yet tasty, Squeeze Box caters for all with options big and small. There is also a wide variety of hot drinks, with Fairtrade products being used where possible. Find out more...
Verve is Stoke’s newest venue offering students a funky place to relax and enjoy a tasty burger and the creamiest milkshakes. Open all day, students can pop in for food and drink, listen to some music, catch up on the latest magazines and just take a break from the world outside. Find out more...
The Students’ Union is a student-led organisation, and in that spirit endeavours to hire students and harness their skills where possible.
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We're looking for two students to run Welcome Week in Stoke and Stafford
Ally Hardy
The first few weeks of university can be a scary time for first years as they try to pick out a set of long term friends from a sea of strange faces.
If this sounds a familiar scenario then read on to find out how you can make life easier for the newbies treading in your footsteps.
When I first arrived at university I felt completely alone. I knew people in halls and on my course well enough to speak to but we had little in common. I never counted many of them as real friends. I found myself passing between different groups on my course before finally finding people who were like me. In short I had discovered my academic family.
The idea of academic families comes from St Andrew’s University in Scotland. The aim of academic families is to integrate new students into university life as quickly as possible by allowing them to meet older and more experienced students. The scheme ensures that different years and groups mix and helps bring the university community closer together.
For first year students it’s all about mentoring and talking to the welcome reps during your first few weeks at Staffs. Another great way to make friends is by joining clubs and societies.
Second years can also help by talking to new students. If someone looks lost go and see if you can help, new students may talk to you about a problem that they wouldn’t tell anyone else. So everybody, not just you welcome reps, go out there, be friendly, smile and be as helpful as possible.
The more welcoming and enthusiastic we are the more likely freshers are to enjoy their time at Staffs Uni.
Keep reading GKnews to find out more about this scheme in the coming months.