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.
The latest video updates from the officer team about their work on behalf of the students at staffordshire University
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The Students’ Union Council is the governing body of the Students' Union. It is composed entirely of elected students and meets monthly to give direction to the Union Executive and determine Union policy.
You are welcome to attend and, if you wish, speak at Council meetings which take place at Stafford and Stoke alternately. The agendas, minutes and other paperwork are available here.
The Students' Union Council is one of the most important aspects of the Students Union. It exists to discuss policy, create direction, review budgets and most importantly to represent the Union's 16,000 members ensuring that your issues and concerns are being addressed.
Council meets monthly to discuss matters arising and to act on student feedback such as the demand for a 24/7 library service, which was subsequently successfully implemented by the University. It acts as a forum for debate with over 40 student representatives bringing student concerns to the table. It listens and acts on your behalf, representing student interests at all levels.
If you want to run for a position you need to nominate yourself for a postion in the November or March elections. Please contact Katie Wynne k.a.wynne@staffs.ac.uk for more information.
Vacant positions are currently up for grabs during the November by-elections, and all positions are available for election in March.
Well, all you have to think about is...
WHAT is it that you want to talk about?
WHY is it an issue for Staffs Students?
WHO needs to do something about it?
You can send these thoughts to be circulated to your Student Councillors beforehand by emailing it to k.a.wynne@staffs.ac.uk so everyone will have chance to think about your ideas before the meeting.
The deadlines for each meeting are below, but if you miss this deadline, please come along to the next meeting and when the Chair asks towards the beginning of the meeting whether anyone has 'any other business' please let the Chair know what you would like to discuss and there will be time to do this towards the end of the meeting.
Meeting Date
Deadline Date
Monday 3rd October
Monday 26th September @ 6pm
Monday 7th November
Monday 31st October @ 6pm
Monday 5th December
Monday 28th November @ 6pm
Monday 6th February
Monday 30th January @ 6pm
Monday 5th March
Monday 27th February @ 6pm
Monday 16th April
Tuesday 10th April @ 6pm (Bank Holiday)
Monday 14th May
Tuesday 8th May @ 6pm (Bank Holiday)
Agenda, minutes and reports are all available here.
Phil Slater
Matt Lowe
Rory Wilde
Becky Kelly
Durga Prasad Dommati
Arfan Mubashar
Lawrence Parkes
Charley Hill
Daniel Smith
Lou Crane
Sam Richardson
Purnachandarrao Eravelli
Kimberly Kirkham (STAR)
Lewis Lay (STAR)
Jenisha Patel (STAR)
Nikita Sinha (STAR)
Chandni Bhatt (STAR)
Latoyah Dillion (STAR)
Stefan Proudlove (STAR)
Elizabeth McDonald (STAR)
Laurence Hardy (STAR)
Holly Hatton Baldwin (STAR)
Jessica Holdway (STAR)
Arun Chakravarthy Karnati (STAR)
Christopher Kirk (STAR)
Francesca Haines (STAR)
Kyle Tranter (STAR)
Jason Edwards (STAR)
Lucy Jennings/Ste Watkins (LGBT Chairs)
Katy Mitchell
Liat Norris
Malik Moiz Uddin
Rizwan Muhammad
The full time officer team and the Student Trustees also attend Student Council, having speaking rights, but not voting rights.
All of these positions will be up for Election in February/March 2012 - keep your eyes peeled for more information!