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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Here are some tips to help you in your first week of Uni. Whether you are in halls in student housing, these tips can help you break the ice with new people and help you feel more comfortable in your new surroundings. Do not forget everyone around you will be in the same boat, so do not worry. Relax and enjoy yourself.
1. Before you arrive: Be Happy with your appearance, wear clothes you feel good in and make sure you’re happy with your hair. If you do not worry about your appearance, you will be able to have more fun as you will be relaxed.
2. Prop your door open while you unpack so you can see who is about and so people can see you.
3. Make your bed first so you have somewhere to sit, relax, and talk to new people.
4. Put your posters up; makes your room feel more like home it also allows people to find something out about you. (If you don’t have any posters, look out for the poster sale.)
5. Bring some sweets, a cake or a beer to offer to people. It is a great way to break the ice.
6. Put some of your favourite music on (not too loud). You might find your new housemates like the same music as you.
7. Ask questions. Don’t worry about asking the same questions. What’s your name? What course you on? Where are you from? Everyone is doing it.
8. Accept that you will probably be homesick - do not go home in the first week. It does get better and you will not be the only one feeling it.
9. When you arrive: Join a club or two - whatever your interest, be it rugby or trading cards, there will be something for you and it is much easier to talk to people when you have common interests.
10. Check the website/Facebook/Welcome Week publications to find out what is going on on-campus in your first week.
11. Make sure you pick up your Welcome Bag, it will have loads of freebies and goodies in.
12. Take advantage of the campus/supermarket/local area tours to familiarise yourself with your new surroundings