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Students’ lives better. Voices Bolder. Futures Brighter. uwe students’ union enhancing the student experience since 1971 We, as a 30,000 member strong Students’ Union promote, defend and extend the rights of students. It is our responsibility to champion a strong student voice at UWE with a vision to initiate change and enhance the student experience. Your Students’ Union exists to support you when you are jobless, wanting to feedback an issue with your course or need advice. We represent your views, concerns and ideas at UWE to secure an outstanding student experience for all of our members. Your elected President, Vice-Presidents, and voluntary Officers amplify our core values as well as embracing democracy, accountability and representation. You, as a student and member of UWESU motivate, inspire and direct what form our campaigns take and our goals during our term of office. The success of your Students’ Union in achieving it’s aims depends on your input and your voice. In the last year, UWESU has seen student led protests, sports, society and reps successes. There have also been debates around the purpose of our Students’ Union at our Annual General Meeting (AGM). Having been elected to lead the Students’ Union for one final year, I aim to re-establish that purpose. Who are your Presidents, what do they do and where did they come from? Olly, Safi, Ariana, Louise and I are all sabbatical officers (we’ve taken a year out of our course or stuck around an extra year after graduation) elected by the student body last March. It’s our role to represent roughly 30,000 students at UWE. This ranges from campaigning for students rights to lobbying the University or MP’s to change the shape of Higher Education nationally. None of this is possible without you. Your elected representatives of UWESU will be eager to meet you and find out what you want from your Students’ Union during your time as a UWE student. Freshers’ Fairs and Watch It, Try It, Do It >> 4 Register with UWESU for opportunities >> 7 Freshers’ Week Night Events Guide >> 16 Colin Offler, Students’ Union President 40th Anniversary Celebrations Watch out for our exciting events and promotion throughout Freshers’ and beyond to celebrate forty years of UWE Students’ Union. Freshers’ 2011 www.uwesu.org Elected Officers Welcome You to UWESU

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Page 1: Freshers Paper

Students’ lives better. Voices Bolder. Futures Brighter.

uwe students’ unionenhancing the student experience since 1971

We, as a 30,000 member strong Students’ Union promote, defend and extend the rights of students. It is our responsibility to champion a strong student voice at UWE with a vision to initiate change and enhance the student experience. Your Students’ Union exists to support you when you are jobless, wanting to feedback an issue with your course or need advice. We represent your views, concerns and ideas at UWE to secure an outstanding student experience for all of our members. Your elected President, Vice-Presidents,

and voluntary Officers amplify our core values as well as embracing democracy, accountability and representation.

You, as a student and member of UWESU motivate, inspire and direct what form our campaigns take and our goals during our term of office. The success of your Students’ Union in achieving it’s aims depends on your input and your voice.

In the last year, UWESU has seen student led protests, sports, society and reps successes. There have also been debates around the purpose of our Students’ Union at our Annual General Meeting (AGM). Having been elected to lead the Students’ Union for one final year, I aim to re-establish that purpose.

Who are your Presidents, what do they do and where did they come from?Olly, Safi, Ariana, Louise and I are all sabbatical officers (we’ve taken a year out of our course or stuck around an extra year after graduation) elected by the student body last March. It’s our role to represent roughly 30,000 students at UWE. This ranges from campaigning for students rights to lobbying the University or MP’s to change the shape of Higher Education nationally. None of this is possible without you. Your elected representatives of UWESU will be eager to meet you and find out what you want from your Students’ Union during your time as a UWE student.

Freshers’ Fairs and Watch It, Try It, Do It >> 4

Register with UWESU for opportunities >> 7

Freshers’ Week Night Events Guide >> 16

Colin Offler, Students’ Union President

40th Anniversary Celebrations

Watch out for our exciting events and promotion throughout Freshers’ and beyond to celebrate forty years of UWE Students’ Union.

Freshers’ 2011 www.uwesu.org

Elected Officers Welcome You to UWESU

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1971Bristol Polytechnic Students’ Union

Established.

1976Students occupy campuses in protest against public sector

spending cuts.

1977The Jam perform at Bristol Poly.

1979

Margaret Thatcher becomes first female Prime Minister of UK.

1980U2 perform at Bristol Poly.

1984The first female President of the SU.

1988Stone Roses perform at St Matt’s.

1990Students join the protests against

the Poll Tax, Nelson Mandela Freed.

1992Renamed UWE Students’ Union. The Prodigy perform at Bower

Ashton.

1994Dannii Minogue performs at the

Freshers’ Ball.

1997Referendum on NUS affiliation – Big

Majority for staying in NUS.

1998England Netball Captain Tracey

Neville graduates before playing in the Commonwealth Games & World

7 Select

1999National Demonstration Against

Tuition Fees.

2004SU President is removed from office

by a vote of No Confidence by students.

2005Former Rugby Men’s Team Captain Hugo Southwell gets first cap for

Scotland.

2006The Student Village and Centre for Sport open on Frenchay Campus.

2008Failed RAG Balloon release becomes

a world famous internet viral hitFormer Boat Club President Peter Reed wins gold in Beijing in the

Men’s Coxless 4.

2010A new constitution is passed

NUS national demonstration against Cuts and Tuition Fees.

2011Plans are announced for UWE

Stadium with Bristol Rovers FC.

Being a member of the Students’ Union opens up hundreds of opportunities to you.You’ll see throughout this paper that you can find yourself doing anything: in a couple of weeks time you could be jumping out of planes with SkyDive, giving American Football or Pole Fitness a go, or, if your passion or favourite activity isn’t anywhere in this paper, you can get in touch with UWESU about setting up a new opportunity! For any returning students reading this, these opportunities are open to you too, so get involved!If you’re currently getting that freshers’ feeling where you’re not sure if you’ll join any clubs or become a rep or join a network, the best advice I can give is to go out on a limb and grab the opportunity while you can! Not only that but with a Students’ Union, you get out what you put in. The experience of becoming a committee member for a society, a halls rep or volunteering all develop skills that will make you stand out from the crowd in today’s tough graduate job market as well.

Freshers’ as defined by UWESUFirst year students of all varieties coming together, meeting, greeting, mingling and otherwise engaging one another via an array of events, fairs, gatherings and opportunities offered by the Students’ Union in order to bond and make first contact with other students who are also new to the University. Some of whom might become lifelong friends.

Your UnionUWESU is a non-profit charity run by students for students. Any money we take in our bars and shops all goes back into the student experience and funding services such as the Advice Centre, Student Lettings, Student Reps, Jobshop and sports and activities; so look out for the UWESU logo when getting lunch or a drink on campus! Everything we do as an organisation and as a charity is based around a core value set - Diversity, Ambition, Respect, Trust and Honesty.

Diversity - Our student body at UWE is incredibly diverse and we believe this should be embraced and celebrated. Ambition - Aspiring to go to university is a big step and a life changing experience which is why nurturing students’ ambitions beyond just getting a degree is important to us.

Respect - Being at university is nothing like studying at school, college or sixth form. We believe that there should be consistent mutual respect for one another regardless of whether you’re a lecturer or a student, staff or activist, black, white or purple!

Trust - In an organisation where students come first we believe that it’s important to maintain a high level of trust. Doing what we say we will and expecting the same from others.

Honesty - Being transparent, open and honest is incredibly important at UWESU because it’s your Union.

Lastly, I wish you all the best during your time at UWE. I hope to meet you all at some point during the year. Don’t forget to add the Vice-Presidents and I on Facebook and Twitter. Also, check www.uwesu.org for the latest.

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SU President ProfileName Colin James OfflerAge 22Course Education StudiesHow did you get involved? Working at the SU bars (Escape and RedBar) and talking to people about what’s great and what’s awful about being a student at UWE.What are your plans for next year? In brief, defend access to Higher Education for students, empower students to be vocal about their experiences at UWE and ensure that UWE Students’ Union is driven forward by the diverse needs of a diverse body of students!Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/colin.offlerTwitter www.twitter.com/ColinOffler

Bursting with Opportunities“You could be jumping out of planes with SkyDive or joining a cultural network to meet new people”

Historic Highlights

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Colin Offler, Students’ Union President

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Find in theSPORTS HALL

Court 2Court 1

Live Entertainment All Day On Escape Patio

DO IT

TRY ITTry any of the UWESU

Sports & Activities completely free of charge

WATCH ITCome along and watch

UWESU Sports & Activities completely free of charge

Frenchay Freshers’ Fair11am-4pm at the ECC

Monday19th Sept

Tuesday20th Sept

Wednesday21st Sept

Thursday22nd Sept

Sunday18th Sept

Table Tennis 12pm-2pm Bellydancing ♀ 1pm-3pmSumo Wrestling 2pm-4pmPole Fitness 3pm-5pm

Futsal 12pm-2pm Trampolining 2pm-4pmTaekwondo 4pm-5pmKickboxing 4pm-5pm

Ultimate Frisbee 12pm-2pm Taekwondo 2pm-3pmHip Hop & Street Dance 2pm-4pmCheerleading 3pm-5pmNetball ♀ 5pm-7pm

Basketball 12pm-1pm Cricket 1pm-3pmTable Tennis 2pm-4pmBadminton 3pm-5pmNetball ♀ 5pm-7pm

Ultimate Frisbee 12pm-2pm Fencing 2pm-4pmTaekwondo 2pm-3pmCheerleading 3pm-5pm

Classical & Ballet Dance 12-2pmBasketball 2pm-3pmBadminton 3pm-5pmPole Fitness 3pm-5pm

Fencing 1.30pm-2pm Paintball 2pm-3pmPole Fitness 3pm-5pmTaekwondo 3.30pm-4pm

Free For All to Try:Inflatable Assault Course &Bungee Run 12pm-5pm

Saturday17th Sept

Freshers’ Week Day EventsThis year, UWESU are offering all students a great new way to try out sports and societies. Check out what’s on offer.

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Freshers’ FairsHartpury Fair:Weds 14th September

Bower Ashton Fair:Mon 19th September

St Matt’s & Glenside Fair: Weds 21st September

Frenchay Fair: Thurs 22nd September

Freshers’ FairsHartpury Fair:Weds 14th September

Bower Ashton Fair:Mon 19th September

St Matt’s & Glenside Fair: Weds 21st September

Frenchay Fair: Thurs 22nd September

Frenchay FairExhibition and Conference Centre11am-4pm Make sure that you’re there to check out a whole host of commercial stalls alongside UWESU’s own sports clubs, societies and networks.Local and national companies will be vying for your attention with freebies and giveaways, while our clubs, societies and networks will be showing off what they can do with displays and demonstrations. There will be live music, entertainment, food and the last opportunity to try out free sport for all, so it is not to be missed!

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Find atASTRO TURF

(except * in Sports Hall)

Football Women ♀ 12pm-3pmSquash* 2pm-5pmRugby League 3pm-5pm

Football Women ♀ 12pm-1pmClimbing* 12pm-5pmHockey 1pm-3pmFootball Men ♂ 3pm-5pm

Lacrosse 12.30pm-2.30pmRugby Women ♀ 5pm-7pm

FindAROUND FRENCHAY

Hockey 12pm-5pmSquash* 2pm-5pmClimbing* 12pm-5pm

UWESU Information PointR Block Cafe

UWESU Information PointR Block Cafe

Hub Radio Drop In Sessions | F Block

DartsRed Bar

The Centre For SportRegular Exercise Class Timetable

www.uwe.ac.uk/sport

Bar SchoolRed Bar 12.30pm-3pm

Drama Rm 3D06 3pm-5pm

VolunteeringRed Bar 12.30pm-3pm

Christian UnionRm 2D07 3pm-5pm

Be sure to check out all the Sports & Activities stalls at thefair to pay your membership which will allow you to take

part in them for the rest of the year!

Drama Rm 3D06 12pm-2pmRAG Rm 2B065 1pm-2pm

VolunteeringRm 3D06 2.30pm-4pm

Politics & Intl RelationsRm 3B056 3pm-5pm

Happening all week:

Hockey 12pm-5pmSquash* 2pm-5pmClimbing* 12pm-5pm

BOWER ASHTONTuesday

Hangover with Hickie in the bar10am-5pm FoCA bar

Meet the campus officer and fellow reps to talk all things

Bower/Bristol.With tea, cake and crafts

Thursday Bower Art Fest

12pm-6pm Outside FoCA barGraffiti and pens for all to join in

Lock in/drinks promotionDJs

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Hartpury FairWelcome to UWESU! You are invited to our Freshers’ Fair on Wednesday 14th September 2011 to be held in the Sports Hall next to Legends Bar.Doors open at 11am and there will be lots of stalls from various nightclubs and local traders - there may even be freebies! Come to the SU staff stall, where you can buy your NUS card giving you national discounts as well as your uni hoodies and T-shirts!

Bower Ashton FairInside and outside of Bower Ashton 10am - 3pm.You can’t have a Freshers’ Week without a fair and ours promises to be a fun first day at campus, a key chance to get a bit of a feel for life at UWE and as a student at Bower Ashton. There will be lots of useful info, but perhaps more importantly a fair few freebies! We may be the little sister of the Frenchay Fair but this year promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

St Matt’s & Glenside FairWe bring St Matt’s & Glenside Fairs together to make a bigger and better fair for everyone. Based in Glenside bar from (9:30am - 3pm). You get an introduction to sports, societies and networks as well as campus based activities through local and more specialist course focused stalls. This fair is also a great way to get to know your campus and be introduced to loads of people who know exactly what being at uni is all about.

Watch It, Try It, Do It!Saturday 17th to Wednesday 21st September. Want to find out more about a club or even try out a new sport for FREE? - In the lead up to Freshers’ Fair a selection of sports will be on offer to try out.

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Representing YouShape Your UnionA core principle of UWE Students’ Union is that it is run by students for students. This is not only achieved by the election of five students as Presidents of UWESU, but by various other means that put UWE students and their views at the heart of UWESU. There are plenty of opportunities for you to get involved. No matter what your interest, it’s really easy to take part and help set the future direction and priorities of your Union.

ElectionsMembers of UWE Students’ Union annually elect an Executive to represent the views of UWE students nationally and locally. The Executive is made up of 5 full time positions and 9 voluntary positions. The Executive influence the direction of the Students’ Union and University and is a great way of being involved in making decisions that impact your student experience. The elections take place in March when you will see all the candidates out campaigning for your vote. If you want to take up the opportunity to stand in the elections look out for further details in January or contact: [email protected]

Olly ReidVP Education

[email protected]

Terri HammondEducation Officer

[email protected]

Safiyyah HendersonVP Societies and Communication

[email protected]

Chris HolgateSocieties and Communication Officer UWESUSocsandCommsOfficer@

gmail.com

Catherine ReeveFrenchay Campus Officer

[email protected]

Louise Goux-Wirth VP Community and Welfare

[email protected]

Meenal Odedra Community and Welfare Officer

[email protected]

Sarah HickieBower Ashton Campus Officer

[email protected]

Ariana A SefreVP Sports

[email protected]

Daniel HincheySt Matthias Campus Officer

[email protected]

Colin OfflerStudents’ Union President [email protected]

Christopher Palmer & Hollie Glover

Glenside Campus [email protected]

Rachel KentHartpury Campus Officer

[email protected]

Commitees

Student Council and AGM24th NovemberStudent Council meets 3 times a year, one of these is the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Annual General Meeting is open to all UWE students to attend and vote on important issues. Student Council is open for all students to attend with voting members drawn from the Students’ Union Executive and from each committee.

Presidents

Part-Time Officers

Campuses Officers

Sports Officer Needed!

The Sports Officer sits on the UWE Students’ Union Executive Committee which meets at least 8 times a year.The Executive are responsible for the direction of your Union, making day to day decisions on campaigns and agreeing on official feedback to the University.The Sports Officer works with the Vice-President Sports considering matters relating to the sporting activities of UWE students. The successful candidate could join the varsity working group, Sports Awards Event Team, and would sit on the Sports Executive and Sports Committee.

Visit: www.uwesu.org/vote where you can download an information pack. Alternatively you can contact: [email protected]

Nominations: Open 1st October 2011 - 1pm 11th October 2011Voting online: 11am 18th October 2011 – 3pm 20th October 2011

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Student Representative CommitteeMembers: Student Reps from Departments and FacultiesChair: Vice-President Education and Education OfficerPurpose: To discuss issues relating to your course and academic experiencesContact: [email protected]

Community and Welfare CommitteeMembers: Halls Rep Executives and Network MembersChair: Vice-President Community and Welfare and Community and Welfare OfficerPurpose: To discuss issues relating to your accommodation, welfare and building a diverse and inclusive UWE community.Contact: [email protected]

Sports CommitteeMembers: Sports Club MembersChair: Vice-President Sports and Sports OfficerPurpose: To discuss issues relating to sports clubs and sports provision at UWE.Contact: [email protected] you are interested in becoming the Sports Officer for 2011/2012 please visit www.uwesu.org/elections

Societies and CommunicationMembers: Societies Members and Student MediaChair: Vice-President Societies and Communication and Societies and Communication OfficerPurpose: To discuss issues relating to UWE Societies and Union CommunicationsContact: [email protected]

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All of the opportunities you see in this newspaper are only possible due tothe support you give us.

To help us keep running and improving these excellent services please continue to use the bars (see page 29) and shops run by UWESU. The SU does not run all the bars and shops on campus, for more details visit:

www.uwesu.org/union/support-uwesu

UWESU is proud to announce that we are now a registered charity. We exist solely to enhance your student experience and pride ourselves in offering something for everyone.

Follow us on twitter:twitter.com/uwesu

@uwesu

Like us on facebook:facebook.com/uwesu

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0117 32 [email protected]/reps

Student Reps

Student Reps are your link to feeding back on your student experience to the University. Every course at every level will elect at least one student to represent the course and discuss issues with the Faculty staff. Any student can put themselves forward to be a Student Rep. If you have any issue specifically about your course or the University in general, you can take it to your Student Rep and they will be able to help. They are also the people the University go to when they want student opinion so it’s important to tell them what you think. To find out who your rep is, or to find out about becoming a rep, contact us at the email address below.

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Get InvolvedStudent RepsName: Sarah HickieCourse: BA Art and Visual CultureYear of Study: 3rd year

What got you interested in Student Reps? I firstly became a rep for my course after being told about the role by my lecturer. I then decided pretty quickly that I would enjoy having the opportunity to represent students in my faculty to the Students’ Union and University committee so put myself forward to be the Deputy Department Chair. After getting stuck into the role and finding it really rewarding I then ran in the SU’s

elections and was lucky enough to get elected as Bower’s Campus Officer for the next academic year.

What have been the benefits for you?Going for the role of a Student Rep has really improved my confidence and given me so many valuable opportunities. It has also re-confirmed interests I had before coming to UWE as well as given me some new ones. I feel really passionately that coming to uni should be a positive experience for everyone who goes, and being a Rep, to me is a good way to help in this. Getting involved in something that has the potential to help other people enjoy their time at UWE has been really rewarding. It’s also meant I’ve seen much more that goes on at UWE than I might have otherwise and met a lot of new people!

Interested in Getting Involved?Here are some reasons why you should become a Student Rep:

• Speak out, make changes and leave your mark• Enhance your CV• Be a member of Students’ Union meetings, giving you a direct say on how the Union is run• Sit on top university meetings• Work on national student campaigns• You only have to attend 2 to 3 meetings a term as a minimum commitment so it’s easy to balance them with your studies and other commitments • Plus a whole host of other benefits and rewards (see website for further information)

Reps for each course and level will be elected in the first few weeks of term. If you don’t know who is arranging this, ask a module or programme leader, or contact us through the details at the bottom of the page.

Once you have become a Student Rep you will receive training and support from the Students’ Union and will be able to get involved with lots of different aspects of the Union. So get in touch!

How to Find Out More

My role involves representing students in all matters relating to their academic experience. I attend meetings with key figures from the University and ensure the student voice is heard loud and clear. Many of us have problems with things such as: timetabling, assessment feedback and other academic matters. My job entails working with the University to reduce these issues and to make sure that students’ needs are at the forefront of decision making. Student Reps are key to my role as they provide me with your view and enable me to make informed decisions and comments based on the best interest of UWE students’. Furthermore each course should have a Student Rep which means issues that relate specifically to your course can be fed back. Finally, If you would like to get involved with your students’ union and be a Student Rep please use the contact details below. Olly Reid – VP Education

VP Education ProfileName Olly Reid Age 28Course Education Studies 3+1How did you get involved? I was a Student Associate, Ambassador, Rep and played football for UWE. All of this made me want to get involved in changing the student experience for the better.What are your plans for next year? To look at ongoing academic issues and provide realistic solutions. To improve communication between the University and students and attempt to provide real answers to student issues. To start work on an accredited programme for students that engage with the Students’ Union.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/ollyreid7Twitter www.twitter.com/vpeducation

Education Officer ProfileName Terri Hammond Age 24Course Drama (at St Matt’s)How did you get involved? Political activism and opposing the cuts lead into wanting to be involved within the union.What are your plans for next year? To tackle representation within UWE as well as looking to ensure students are getting the education they deserve.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/terri.hammondTwitter www.twitter.com/treshammond

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Student Reps TestimonialName: Claire StoneyCourse: BA Sociology & Criminology Year of Study: 3rd year.

I always planned to get involved with Student Reps at UWE, having enjoyed doing something similar at school and in 6th Form, and I came across the Student Rep team after they helped me find my lost handbag during the Freshers’ Fair! Not the coolest of introductions! In my first year I was the rep for my Sociology course, and was voted onto the Student Representative Committee (SRC). Then, in my second year I progressed to being chair of my department and was lucky enough to be on SRC again. My first year as a rep was brilliant, as it meant that I not only got to meet people from my course and department, but through meetings such as SRC, I made friends with people from all over the University. I also spent a year on Academic Board, which gave me the opportunity to represent my fellow students in a meeting of up to forty academic staff, and was a great experience.Being a student rep can make such a difference to your time at university! You can be as involved as much as you want to be, and the more committed you are the more you

will get out of the experience. You’ll receive full training as a rep, and this is a brilliant thing to put on your CV! We also have a lovely rep team who are always around should you have any questions (and are good at supplying biscuits!). Not only is being a rep a great way to make friends all over the University, but it will help develop your communication skills and confidence. Being a rep gave me a great insight into how important the Students’ Union is at UWE, and helped me to understand how the University is run... we also throw quite a good party! See you at the Student Rep Awards.

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My Student Journey:

Alfie Hilson

Freshers’ FairsSee page 4

I went along to the Freshers’ Fair event on Frenchay Campus in the ECC which was a really good day out. I got to see all the different things the Students’ Union offers to students and speak to members of different

sports teams, student networks and student societies.

Student Repssee left

During my first year a few of my friends had problems with changes

on our course. I remembered seeing information at Freshers’ Fair about

Student Reps so we decided to contact them. Our Rep was really helpful , they listened to us and passed our

feedback onto the Department resulting in changes being made to our course. Seeing that our feedback really counted and was valued by the University

staff I decided to run for the role of Student Rep on my course in

my second year.

I’ve really enjoyed being involved with the Students’ Union over that last two years and now that I am coming into my third year I still plan on being as involved with Student Reps, Disability Awareness Network and RAG. The Students’ Union works really hard on behalf of the

student body and it is through our active engagement as students that we can all make it even better.

ElectionsSee page 6

In my second year I decided to run in the Students’ Union elections for the role of NUS Annual Conference

delegate. The week was unmissable on campus with posters everywhere and all the candidates trying to talk to students to get their vote. I was lucky

enough to get elected and represented the Students’ Union at the event

in Newcastle.

Halls Repssee page 11

In my first year read a poster in the Student Village about becoming a Halls Rep. I decided to get involved and give it a go. During that year we were able to give feedback on what it’s like to live in the village and got even them to install a change machine in to the campus laundrette! As a Halls Rep I was also lucky enough to help out with the organising of some campus events!

RAGSee page 17

For the last two years I have been involved with the running of our RAG committee. We have raised lots of money for different charities by organising events such as RAG Week, Pub Crawls, Student Quizzes and even a big Jail Break event!

Networkssee page 10

I got involved with the Disability Awareness network which I really enjoyed as it allowed me to meet other people with similar interests to me. In addition to meeting up for socials we also got involved in organising campaigns and we ran a really good event for Disability Awareness week. I loved getting involved in the day to day the

running of our Network so when it came to our Network AGM I was elected as our committee secretary for the academic year 2011-2012.

Student Rep Awards

The aim of the Student Rep Awards is to formally recognise the handwork, dedication and achievements of our many student representatives involved in the student and hall representative schemes here at UWE. The event is endorsed and supported by the University and thanks to the generous contributions made by all of the University Faculties towards ceremony we were this year once again able to present our certificates to Student Reps, including 8 extra special awards.

The Student Rep Awards 2012 will be in March. Keep an eye on www.uwesu.org/reps for more details on this event and many more.

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UWE is a multicultural and diverse place with a student population comprised of over 100 nationalities, across all age ranges and academic and social backgrounds studying on 5 separate campuses. It is no surprise that we have such a rich and vibrant student community.Hi, I’m Louise, your Vice-President Community and Welfare. Working with Meenal, the Community and Welfare Officer, it is my role to support, lobby and campaign on behalf of the student body on issues relating to community, equality and welfare at the University, making sure that your voice is heard on all levels. We can’t do this without knowing what your issues and ideas are, so, it is only through your feedback and involvement with UWE Students’ Union that we can we be sure we are tackling the issues you want us to face.So remember that by getting involved and working together we can all help make our time at university a truly amazing and unforgettable experience.LouiseP.s. If you have any questions/queries please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Networks for 2011/2012:

UWESU offers a wide range of different ways for students to get involved with the UWE student community and one good method is through our student networks. So if you want to meet other people who share similar identities and beliefs to yourself via a fun and inclusive social environment then why not consider joining one of our Student Networks listed.

0117 32 82555www.uwesu.org /representation/networks

Get InvolvedDisability AwarenessName: Jason YannacopoulosCourse: MA Intercultural CommunicationYear of Study: 2nd year

What got you interested in Disability Awareness? As a disabled student, I have had many barriers to overcome during my academic career, I achieved sometimes with help from friends, family and staff and sometimes without. The majority of the problems I’ve had have been due to people not being aware of the nature of my disability and how to help me overcome issues related

to it. I know I’m not the only one who’s struggled with university due to their disability not being acknowledged and/or understood. So in May 2010 I set up the Disability Awareness Network to help disabled students with all sorts of issues including academic, social, sporting and accessibility.

What have been the benefits for you?The personal benefits are that it has helped with organisational issues. It’s also given me a wonderful insight into the difficulties faced by other students and has made me think of new ways to work around old problems. It’s also opened my eyes to the work involved in equality and diversity, but most of all it’s given me the realisation that work done by the Network will make life easier for disabled students in the present and in the future.

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VP Community and Welfare ProfileName Louise Goux-WirthAge 22Course Education StudiesHow did you get involved? I got involved with the Students’ Union through first being Vice-President of the LGBT Society and then through representing the Students’ Union at various local and national conferences and events. What are your plans for next year? I want to put equality and diversity, community engagement, and student welfare at the heart of what the Students’ Union and the University does.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/louise.gouxwirthTwitter www.twitter.com/louise_gw

Community and Welfare Officer ProfileName Meenal Odedra Age 20Course Journalism, Media and Cultural StudiesHow did you get involved? I was last year’s Activities Vice-President and I wanted to remain very much involved with UWESU- this particular role of Community and Welfare Officer stood out to me.What are your plans for next year? This year I am looking to establish a Women’s Network. Also don’t forget to look out for the Love Music, Hate Racism event on 27th October and our Mental Health Awareness Day on the 10th October.Email [email protected] @meenal_o

African CaribbeanBelievers LoveworldChristian UnionDisability AwarenessHellenicHinduIslamicLatter-Day Saint Student AssociationMalaysian

Nigerian International StudentsOutUWERedeemed Christian Church of GodScandinavianSikhSomaliVietnamese

OutUWE

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Get InvolvedHalls RepsName: Matthew DriverCourse: BSc PsychologyYear of Study: 2nd year

What got you interested in Halls Reps? I remember hearing about Halls Reps in my accommodation talks at the beginning of first year and thought that it would be a really good way of both getting more involved with the University and helping out other students who lived in halls.

What have been the benefits for you?In the first meeting I was elected Chair of the Halls Rep Committee. Over the year I had a fantastic time and learnt many valuable skills and in general it gave me the confidence to get involved with other aspects of the University, such as running in the elections. Listening to feedback from students was great and helping make changes to benefit the student population was even more rewarding.

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Freshers’ FairsIf you are interested in joining one of our many Student Networks then why don’t you come along to one of our Freshers’ Fairs which are taking place across the different campuses.You will be able to chat to existing Network members and ask them any questions that you may have. Furthermore it is an excellent opportunity to see the wide range of services and activities the Students’ Union has to offer, so it is not an event to be missed!

What is a Halls Rep?Halls Reps are the link between the students living in University Halls of Residence and their accommodation management. So if you live in the Student Village, Marketgate, Waverley House, Favell House, The Hollies or on Glenside then they are your voice in getting things sorted!

What do they do?Halls Reps feedback on the student experiences in the residences to the University, so whether they are accommodation issues, student campaigns ideas or social/sporting activities don’t forget that they your Halls Rep is there to help!

How do I get involved/utilise my Halls Rep?Halls Reps are recruited at the beginning of the academic year so if you are interested in getting involved or have any issues which you would like to raise with them then keep an eye out in your accommodation receptions for signup sheets and information on who your reps are. Alternatively you can contact us at the details below.

www.uwesu.org/representation/hall-reps

[email protected]

As a Students’ Union we embrace our diverse student membership which is why we have made it one of our central goals to make sure that you get the most out of your time at university. So whether that is through getting involved with one of our Student Networks, the Halls Representative system or through one of our campus officers, UWE Students’ Union is here to help.

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Get InvolvedUrban SocietyName: Cherie Nuamah, PresidentCourse: MA Biomedical ScienceYear of Study: 2nd year

What got you interested in Urban Society? Because it felt like a new family to me I made at uni. The society makes me feel as if I am back home in London.

What have been the benefits for you?Having cook-outs (at least 2 members of the society volunteers to cook for the society members), go out ice-skating, roller-skating, clubbing and we also get involved with other universities across the UK by going to university link-up raves and comedy shows such as “Superjam meets Roadblock”, “Bare Jokes Comedy Show” and travelling to Amsterdam. We are family, so you get all the love and care from those in all the years at the uni.

Societies and MediaSocieties are an excellent way of getting involved at UWESU. From a society as radical as paintballing to one that’s as strategic as wargames and darts we have a long list of societies to meet your needs, which is constantly growing with all the new students that come and create their own. Societies act as a vital tool to shaping a healthy, outgoing student life bursting with excitement, offering fresh and unique experiences and building unlikely friendships with a mixture of different people. Whether it’s an activity related to a hobby, your course or some of your general interests, all societies are fun. Fun is where it’s at, and that’s why YOU need to be in one!Safi

Frolics Festival - Sat 8th Oct“Frolics: play and move about cheerfully, excitedly, or energetically.”

What’s this I hear? UWESU has a festival on Frenchay campus? Yes, you heard right! But not any festival, Frolics Festival, UWESU is providing you with something exceptional to look forward to as Freshers’ week comes to an end! Providing live music, food, cocktails, and much more.Buy your tickets online or on campus. Tickets are limited!!

All Tacked UpAnimeBristol Architecture (BARK)Bar SchoolDartsDramaEuropean Law Students Association (ELSA)EngineeringForensic ScienceGamingHistory Hub RadioInnovation & EnterpriseLabourLand & Animal Biology (LABsoc)LinguisticsLive MusicMathSocMedical SciencePaintballPeople & PlanetPokerPole FitnessPolitics & International Relations (PAIRS)

Psi – PfiRoboticsRoleplayScouts and Guides (SAGUWE)Student Action For Refugees (STAR)Urban Wargames

UWE Darts has gone from strength to strength and last year won UWESU’s coveted Best Society Award. The award was, in part, recognition of a string of successes including victories against Exeter, Essex and Kings College London Universities resulting in UWE becoming South Champions 2010/11. They also appeared in Bristol’s ‘welovedarts.com’ magazine (yes it really does exist)! There are already several trips in the diary for the coming year including defending the title and attending the national student singles competition in Liverpool. Team captain Guy Keith-Miller said “I’m really chuffed for the team. As a new society I never expected to win best society in our first year. We have a great group of guys (and a girl!) and a fantastic team spirit. We’re very welcoming to all who love the game of darts regardless of ability and are looking forward to growing further.” The darts society meets every Thursday at 7.30 in either the Red Bar (Frenchay) or Rileys. Add yourself to the ‘UWE Darts Club’ on facebook or email [email protected] for more info.

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VP Societies and Communication ProfileName Safiyyah Henderson Age 20Course Business EnterpriseHow did you get involved? I was persuaded to become a VP by speaking to past Presidents. I thrive on new opportunities. I like to throw myself in the deep end so I threw on my Mrs Incredible suit, closed my eyes and soared through the elections. So here I am!What are your plans for next year? Push for more fun daytime events such as Frolics Festival. Shine a light on all routes that allow students to get involved in changing their union/university.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/safiyyah.hendersonTwitter www.twitter.com/safiyyahhenders

Community and Welfare Officer ProfileName Chris HolgateAge 22Course MEng Aerospace Design Engineering (4th year)How did you get involved? Where do I begin?! I started off as a committee member, attending various societies and SU meetings for years before finally being elected for this role. Just recently in fact I’ve set up my own society from scratch!What are your plans for next year? I will be helping Safi liaise with the student body to help improve SU facilities in communications (WesternEye, Media etc) as well as the dozens of amazing societies UWE has to offer!Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/cholgate1

Societies for 2011/2012:

UWE Darts Leads The Societies

Drama

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Get InvolvedPaintball SocietyName: Luke Egginton-GrovesCourse: Business Studies with Economics

Year of Study: 2nd year

What got you interested in Paintball? I saw the Paintball society at the Freshers’ Fair, who could miss them? A bunch of students wearing bright colours, masks, and carrying paintball markers! Once I got talking to them about the type of paintball they play and what they get up to, I started to get excited about joining them! The first thing we all did was head down to a paintball site in Devon and, for a lot of us, played our first game of paintball ever! It was really exciting, and it didn’t hurt as much as I was told it would! We then had plenty of opportunity to play games, and meet the rest of the society. We had some experienced players with us to show us what to do, and what not to do. After that first day I was hooked! I couldn’t wait to play again, so I started attending of the training sessions held in St Matt’s gym.

What have been the benefits for you?I think there are plenty of benefits of being in the society, you get to meet

a great mixture of people, both in and out of the society. Traveling to various games and areas to play paintball is brilliant fun. If you put the time into the society you have the opportunity to be part of the team, where you will compete on behalf of your university, in the NSPL, which is an experience on its own. Paintball is also a great talking point, it’s really easy to start talking about paintball in a job interview which helps build the rapport with the interviewer.

Western Eye NewspaperWestern Eye is the monthly student newspaper that is essential reading if you want to know what’s happening at your University and within your Students’ Union. As well as UWE related articles you will also find a wide range of news, views, reviews and comments written by UWE students. To get involved email: [email protected] and visit www.westerneye.net for the latest news.

STAR (Student Action for Refugees)

UWESU would like to apologise to STAR for incorrectly naming the society in this year’s Freshers’ Guide, this was due to an administrative error.

STAR is the national network of student groups working to improve the lives of refugees in the UK by: promoting positive images of refugees; volunteering for local refugee projects;

and campaigning for refugees. Refugees and asylum seekers are a vulnerable group of people who often have a long and difficult struggle to secure their safety in another country. As people fleeing persecution, torture and prejudice they need and deserve our support, therefore it is vital that the new generation of students have a positive attitude towards refugees, asylum seekers and displaced people. See www.uwesu.org/societies/ for details

UWE’s Hub Radio is Welcomed Into The Society FoldLove music? Ever thought of doing something in Radio? Then there is no better place to start then getting involved in Hub Radio – UWE’s official radio station!Whether you are a fan of Dubstep, Pop, Rap, or Extreme Death Metal from Europe, you will be able to display your affection for sound at our station. Even if you want to do a comedy hour every week, Hub welcomes anything new or refreshing!Do you need experience? Of course not! Hub’s Committee will be at hand

to show you how to use the studio’s equipment in the most quickest and efficient way possible!Hub Radio is located next to

Escape Bar on Frenchay campus. If you want to

host a show and get involved with the station then either drop by the studio or e-mail [email protected]!

Student MediaUWESU Student Media encompasses the student newspaper, Western Eye, Hub Radio Station and the UWESU website. All these forms of media provide a wide range of opportunities for you to get involved. So if you fancy trying something new or have an ambition to work in media then we want to hear from you.

Student Media CentreThe Student Media Centre at Frenchay provides a home to most of the student media activities and can be found at Frenchay room 5F9 (5th floor of Students’ Union).

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UWE Live Music Support The Palestinian Scholarship CampaignLive Music Society have arranged a gig with Lowkey at Eton & Haze on 21st September to raise money to bring a Palestinian student to study at UWE for 3 years. Tickets available at Bristol Ticket Shop at £7 in advance.

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SportWelcome to sports at UWE! Get jet set for another amazing year in sports; with more opportunities, events and classes than ever before. Make sure you sign-up all your interests at the Freshers’ Fair, and get yourself to training or trial sessions. Never played sport before? Fancy trying something new? This is your opportunity! So; sign up and try it - and if being in a team isn’t for you, then there is sure to be a class that’s up your street! This year is the year to be active, have fun and live your student experience to the full! Sports at UWE is stronger than it has ever been - with so many amazing socials, trips, competitions and unique off-the-wall activities, you certainly don’t want to be the one missing out!

We have something for everyone! Sport is a culture based on an active lifestyle and healthy living, and a perfect way to make new friends and have amazing fun. We encourage everyone to enjoy and achieve in the sports they love, as well as try out something new & what better way to do it than here at UWE!

Ariana A Sefre, VP Sports

Clubs for 2011/2012:AthleticsAmerican FootballBadmintonBasketball BoatBoxingCanoeCheerleadingClimbingCricketCyclingDanceFencingFootball MenFootball WomenGlidingHikingHockeyIce HockeyJiu JitsuKickboxingLacrosseNetballPoloRidingRugby LeagueRugby Union MenRugby Union WomenSailingSkydiveSnowsportsSquashSub AquaSurfSwimming & WaterpoloTae Kwon DoTennisTrampolineUltimate FrisbeeWakeboardWindsurf

Social Sport (Intramural)UWESU Sport in conjunction with the University provide leagues and tournaments in several sports offering a competitive, fun and relaxed opportunity for all UWE students irrespective of ability. We’ll provide you with just about everything you need from first aid training to official’s courses. So sign up on your own and we’ll put you in a team or come prepared with a group of mates.

How Do I Join a Sports Club?Simply go to our website www.uwesu.org/sports

Firstly you will need to register your details with UWESU and once you have purchased your UWE Sports Passport this will give you access to the 41 Sports Clubs we currently have on offer.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for then we will support you in establishing a club. Every single sports club is run for students by students. All our students are democratically elected to be on Sports Club committees – one day it could be you!

BUCSBritish Universities and College Sport (BUCS) is the governing body of University and College sport and you have the potential to represent the University in national competitions. This year there will be 43 teams from Badminton to Water Polo, participating in league and knockout competitions. Weekend tournaments provide opportunities for other sports from Athletics to Windsurf.

Sports ExecutiveSports Officer: To Be Elected October 2011Competitions Officer: Christopher White (Comets Cheerleading)Events Officer: Rebecca Vause (Dance) Media & Communications Officer: Dayne Robinson (American Football)Campaigns Officer: Position VacantCombat Sports Officer: Tom Moore (Kickboxing)

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VP Sport ProfileName Ariana Alexander-Sefre Age 21Course Property InvestmentHow did you get involved? I am very sporty and ambitious! Was never very involved with the SU, but wanted to try out new ideas in UWE sports, and help get more people involved.What are your plans for next year? This year, with the build up to the Olympics, I have secured the famous Coca Cola Olympic Torch on the 14th October! Also, look out for the unique ‘My Culture’ campaign, which is a sports-culture awareness project.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/arianaasefreTwitter www.twitter.com/ArianaASefre

Sports NightEvery Wednesday night is UWE’s sports night at Platform 1. Open to all students! The best night in Bristol on Wednesdays!

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American FootballLeague Champions (3rd Year Running) and College

Bowl Quarter Finalists

Lacrosse Women’s 1st TeamBUCS Division 2 Champions (Undefeated) and

Conference Cup Champions

Fencing: Men’s 1st TeamBUCS Division 2 Champions (Undefeated) and

Conference Cup Champions and 1 Individual Bronze

Cricket Men’s 2nd TeamBUCS Division 3 Champions and Conference Cup Semi-finalists

Football Men’s 2nd TeamBUCS Division 4 Champions

Waterpolo Men’s 1st TeamBUCS Division 3 Champions (Undefeated) and Shield Finalist

WindsurfBUCS Team Champions, 2 Gold and 1 Bronze

Badminton Women’s 1st TeamConference Cup Champions

Ice Hockey Men’s 1st TeamLeague and National Play-off Champions

SnowsportsSnowboard 3 Gold

KickboxingInter Universities - 2 Golds and 1 Silver

Squash1 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze

Trampoline1 Gold, 1 Silver and 1 Bronze

Boat1 Gold, 2 Silver and 4 Bronze – Men’s Lwt 4x selected

for EUSA Rowing Championships 2011

PoolIndividual 8 Ball Semi-finalist

Karate1Silver and 1 Bronze – Both medallists selected for

EUSA Championships 2011

TaekwondoBritish Championship Runners-Up

Rugby Women’s 1st TeamConference Cup Semi Finalists

Tennis Men’s 1st TeamTrophy Finalists

Tennis Women’s 1st TeamConference Cup Semi Finalists

Sporting Achievements 2010/2011

Riding1 Gold

Athletics2 Silver

Cycling1 Silver

Boxing2 Semi Finalists

Varsity (UWE versus Bristol)Varsity Series 2011 raised the most money for charity in its 17 year history. Due to the enormous contribution made by both Universities, both sides of the city, UWE raised £5,983.50 for the Series chosen charity. Props is a locally based charity [Fishponds to be precise] that provides opportunities & support to children & young people with physical & learning disabilities. The Varsity Series charity is chosen each year by you the student; so if you’re involved in UWE sport & have a local charity in mind get in touch: [email protected] Series development set to be the biggest & best in Olympic year.

UWE’s Sarah Clarke represents GB in Karate Uni’s at the European Universities Championships for the 2nd consecutive year. Having been crowned BUCS Individual Champion for the last two consecutive seasons, Sarah was joined at the Europeans this summer, with Jamie Bowen who was awarded a place on the GB team having won UWE a bronze at the individuals.

Watch this space – Yes, the planning & developments have already begun. Could Olympics’ year be the biggest & best? Keep your eyes peeled for its expansion. Something on the Downs perhaps? Could there be a fight night in the pipeline? Want to get involved?Contact: [email protected]

30% of UWE students participate in extra-curricular activities at UWE whether that be: Sports, Societies, Networks, Volunteering or being involved in RAG - GET INVOLVED!

UWE enters more teams into BUCS competition than ever before. Due to the success of their 2010-2011 season & the increased income generation by clubs, UWESU Sports & Activities this year have entered 40 teams into competition.

Another all time UWE first. UWE’s Men take clean sweep in BUCS Squash Individuals. The team returned with 3 individual medals. UWE’s reputation in university Squash hit an all time high this year when Mohamed El Shobagy(Gold), Lucas Serme(Silver) and Mike Harris(Bronze) took the Individual Championships by storm in Birmingham.

UWE Trampoline push the bar...by becoming the 1st UWE sport to be awarded a Sport England Grant Application for equipment = £9.954.00.

UWE Windsurf become BUCS Team Champions.

News In BriefUWE break the top 30 in the BUCS National Rankings. For the first time in its history UWE reach 29th.

UWE student becomes UWE’s 1st triple BUCS Champion in one season winning 3 Gold’s on the Alpine Ski Championships held in France.

UWE Boat Club scoop 7 medals in BUCS Competition putting them back in touch with the top flight.

This year sees UWE Sports Awards 25th Anniversary. This is a most prestigious annual event and UWESU is proud to celebrate it’s 25th birthday during the Olympic year. Sports & Activities & the Centre for Sport have been working on this event in attempt to bring in funding & UWE alumni. If you want to get involved in co-ordinating this event please contact: [email protected]. UWE boasts being home to the Kenyan Olympic team in the run up to London 2012.

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Preview Party Thurs 15th Sept8pm-3am | Free

No ticket needed

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Freshers’ Week Night EventsEveryone can go to the Main Events, and the Fringe Events are open for students studying or living on the smaller campuses.

Bristol’s Biggest Student Event Of The Year - Over 3000 Students! Special Guest Performances 8pm - 3am Across 5 Stages!

Headline Acts

Chase & Status DJ Set & MC Rage

The View

White T-Shirt Party

Fri 16th Sept8pm-3am

Free T-shirtNo ticket needed

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Also playing at: Lethal Bizzle(also known as Lethal B) is one of the pioneers of the UK Grime/HipHop scene. He has released massive tunes such as “Pow (Forward)”, “Bizzle Bizzle” and “Police On My Back”. Playing late into the night with a highly energetic set.

Mann Mixing hip hop fire and pop flavor, the young urban maestro seamlessly slides through genres with swagger and substance. Mann’s opening up the door to his world, and rap may never be the same. Fresh from the International success of “Buzzin” and “The Mack”, Mann is a must see.

Rizzle KicksAs a newly formed duo, they started to hustle for beats from local producers and started making their own music videos with a friend of theirs. With their first single “Down with the trumpets” smashing the charts over the summer. Rizzle kicks have hit it big time, definitely one to keep your eye on.

Kissy Sell Out (DJ Set)With the recent release of the most anticipated dance album of the year ‘Wild Romance’, Kissy Sellout will be here to finish the night in style. Expect live visuals and explosive production as Kissy unleashes DJ destruction across Great Britain!

Saturday 24th September 2011 at UWE Frenchay CampusFor all the latest info keep checking: facebook.com/uwefreshers

Get InvolvedFreshers’ Angel

Hey, I’m Sarah and I started university life in January 2009, at Glenside campus. I chose to study Adult Nursing where it has seemed to fly pass. Now in my final stages of my course and only one more Freshers’ Week to enjoy. I became an Angel in September 09, where I saw from being a fresher in the January how much fun the peeps in the red t-shirts actually had, aka “the Angels”. They all seem to be one big bunch of friends and all seem to have a GOOD time, in all of the Freshers events especially Glenside’s infamous Pyjama Pub Crawl.Being an Angel for some time now, you realise how many new faces you meet as well as offering support for the new ones that join each term. It really is a good laugh and would recommend it to anyone.

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VSExec – Volunteering Student Exec CommitteeThe UWESU Volunteering Exec are here to help you discover the wonderful world of volunteering! They have all been involved in volunteering themselves so can tell you all of their great stories. Look out for them around campus promoting volunteering opportunities; putting on events and helping you make the most out of making a difference in your community. UWESU Volunteering is student-led so if you have a question about volunteering or an idea for your own project get in touch! Look out for Mary, Alfie, Nikki, Sam, Kelly, Matthew, Tasha, Selene, Marija and Sharon.Meet them at Freshers’ Fair or at the ‘Watch it, Try it, Do it’ talk, Wednesday 21st September, 3D06 or around campus.

www.facebook.com/uwevolunteering

Student Led ProjectsUWESU volunteering is led by students giving a little time to benefit local or fellow student communities. There are some existing student led projects that need your help including Foodcycle, SIFE and Read International. But…

If you have an idea and want to set up your own project…• We offer support and guidance on your project ideas• Training and development opportunities• Get help to make contacts in the community• The opportunity to meet new people and other volunteers • Opportunity to apply for up to £100 to help kick-start your project • Accreditation, personal development and chance to develop skills in leadership and project management.

Whether you are an individual or a member of a club, society or network you can set up your own project. In the past these have included cheerleading, dance and drama after school clubs in local schools, world aids day and breast cancer campaigns on campus, a sports fun day for Comic Relief, Self Defence Week and more.

Action DaysYour chance to give volunteering a go for just one day. Join a team of student volunteers to take action and benefit your local community. Take part in gardening, painting, spring cleaning and more.

Big Beach CleanThe biggest and best action day of the year took place on the beach in Weston Super Mare on the hottest day of the year in June. Volunteers blitzed the beach of rubbish and helped the Marine Conservation Society do a litter survey. Then we had an end of year celebratory BBQ. It was lots of fun!“This event is really useful. It contributes to protecting the environment; also, all of the members in the group have an opportunity to get on well and improve team working skills. To conclude, I really enjoyed it.” An Phan, Beach Clean Volunteer.

FoodCycle combines volunteers, surplus food and a free kitchen space to create nutritious meals and positive social change in the community. FoodCycle aims to tackle three important issues; food waste, poverty and volunteering. An estimated 400,000 tons of edible food is thrown out by the food retailer every year due to overstock. There are 4 million people affected by food poverty in the UK and 2.4 million are searching for work and need the opportunity to develop their skills. At FoodCycle the idea is simple, we redirect this food so it can be used to cook nutritious meals for people in the local community that do not have access to healthy foods for a variety of reasons, such as lack of income or knowledge of healthy nutrition.

At FoodCycle Bristol, food is collected using state of the art bicycles and trailers. Food is sourced from a number of food retailers including Redland bakery, Easton Sweet Mart and Sainsbury’s. The food is cooked up into a delicious three course meal every Sunday at Easton community centre by wonderful student and community volunteers. If you enjoy cooking or fancy a bit of cycling and want to play a role in making positive social change in your community we would love for you to get involved! The Bristol project is led by Bristol and UWE students and we are looking for you to volunteer!Find out more at www.foodcycle.org.uk Sign up at www.groupspaces.com/FoodCycleBristol

Find us on Facebook Or if you have any questions contact [email protected]

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Looking for Volunteers!There are some student led projects continuing in 2011-12 that are looking for new volunteers:

FoodcycleRead InternationalDegree Tree

Get InvolvedVolunteeringName: Mary PikeCourse: Criminology

What got you interested in Volunteering? I first got involved with Volunteering at UWE by going to the Big Beach Clean in my first year. At the beginning of my second year I joined the Volunteering Student Executive committee and got involved with a number of action days which has involved activities such as creating a garden and vegetable patch for children at a local inner city school and serving Christmas lunches at the Parkinson’s society Christmas Lunch. I now volunteer as a manager at

Food Cycle Bristol, an organisation that collects surplus food and cooks it into delicious meals at the Easton community centre. We are looking for UWE Volunteers to join the project this year!

What have been the benefits for you?I think Volunteering is a great way to spend your time because you get to do something really positive for the community or the environment or whatever you may feel passionate about. I have met some amazing people whilst volunteering and had the opportunity to get involved with some really great projects as well as developing my own personal skills. If there is something you feel strongly about or are interested in, volunteering is a fantastic way to get started and really make a difference.

There are many options for volunteering, there’s something for everyone. You can volunteer for an existing project at UWE, in an external community organisation related to your studies /future career, on a one-off project or action day, or abroad. We can help you find a volunteering project suitable for you. UWESU is working in partnership with the UWE Volunteering team, based in Student Services to offer a wide variety of opportunities for you.

Big Beach Clean

Read International

Action Days

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East African PlaygroundsLooking for an Exciting Adventure for next summer? Look no further. UWESU is working in partnership with East African Playgrounds (EAP) to offer you the opportunity to take part in an international volunteering project.

“Building playgrounds will not change the world, but it will complement the work of existing charities and give children something that many others take for granted. And we think that’s very important.”

Be involved in organising charity fundraising events on campus and around the city.

If you think you’d like to get involved in something fun for a good cause look no further than RAG. It is your opportunity to be part of a national network of students raising thousands of pounds for charity every year. This year we will be working in partnership with Bristol University RAG on some events and activities.UWESU RAG raises money for 4 chosen charities each year, mainly those working to benefit the local community. RAG also puts on events for national and international charities such as Children in Need and Comic Relief.Members of UWE Sports, Societies and Networks also raise money for their activities through innovative fundraising ideas! COMETS cheerleading raised more than £1000 in a weekend through bag packing in a supermarket!

Did you know that UWESU is a charity itself?

RAIDS and collectionsRaids are street collections in Bristol and other UK cities, raising money for a range of charities. The Bristol Mega Raid is held once a year, where students join with RAGs from across the country to descend on Bristol to raise money for charities. In 2011 lots

of money was raised for Meningitis UK by UWE students and Birmingham University students. Anyone can get involved in raids, collecting for a few hours. It is easy, great fun and a brilliant way to make new friends from UWE, Bristol University and beyond. There are also opportunities to collect at big events and festivals and supermarkets.

In 2010-11 students have been involved in raising money for many charities by putting on events for St Mungos, Sparks, Terrence Higgins Trust, Hearful Dodgers, Coppafeel, Comic Relief, Read International, Sue Ryder, Red Cross Japan Disaster appeal and more!

RAG’s EventsThroughout the year RAG holds events such as bar crawls, speed dating, pub quizzes, cake sales, raffles, football tournaments, gig nights and more, culminating in the annual RAG Week in February with events including cabaret, speed dating, comedy nights and pizza eating competitions, all to raise money for the chosen charities.

How you can get involvedThe RAG committee is looking for new members and your fundraising ideas to raise money!

Be involved in making UWE RAG bigger and better than ever before. As well as raising money for the chosen charities you can raise money for any charity of your choice, with the support of the SU and the RAG committee. We also have some other exciting fundraising projects in store this year. Come to the intro meeting to find out more!

If you are interested in Volunteering or RAG contact Helen Seacombe, Volunteer Support Officer, [email protected]. 0117 32 81665, or drop into the Community and Welfare office on 5th Floor, F block.

A UK-based charity set up by two enterprising graduates from Leeds University in 2009, East African Playgrounds build playgrounds in Uganda and Tanzania in East Africa. These are for schools, orphanages and charities with the help of teams of student volunteers who raise funds throughout the year for playground building materials, and skilled local staff. And then travel to Uganda to help build and paint the playground, experience volunteering on a new continent and experience some amazing sights and sounds! Interested? Come to an intro meeting in October and check out their website: www.eastafricanplaygrounds.org

We put our questions to co-founders Tom and Carla:

EAP is one of many charities working in East Africa why do you place such importance on creating playgrounds for children?In Africa, children often have very little time to be children. Many work in their homes once they are old enough to perform basic chores. There are

little resources dedicated to providing space for children as part of their right to childhood.

How does EAP make an impact? We try to support the local people we work with through employing local tradesmen and also we employ a local cook. We purchase almost all of the material locally, so we are supporting local economies.

What are the benefits of volunteering?We hope that it opens their eyes to other cultures, ways of life and issues that Africa has. We also hope that they learn new skills. Most of our volunteers come away with an experience that changes them and the way they look at the world.

To find out more about East African Playground and find out how to get involved or donate visit: www.eastafricanplaygrounds.org.

Read the full interview on www.uwesu.org to give you an insight and inspire you to volunteer on this exciting project!

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Get InvolvedRAGName: Alfie HillsonCourse: Education Studies

What got you interested in RAG? I was interested in RAG because I enjoy doing volunteer and fundraising work. UWE has a great system in place to be able to join in with simple events and then gradually get more involved as time goes on. The reason I decided to get more involved was because everyone was very friendly and we managed to raise a lot of money for charity.

What have been the benefits for you? There are lots of benefits to being a part of RAG. One is the fantastic feeling you get when helping others in need. Also it provides fantastic CV opportunities to enhance your future career. I also made a lot of friends through RAG, and the group has a lot of socials throughout the year.

RAG Intro meeting 2B065 – Wednesday 21st

September, 1pm Coppafeel!

From Freshers and beyond volunteers needed to put

on events to raise cash and awareness of CoppaFeel! The

UK’s youngest battler in the fight against breast cancer.

Woolly Hat Day – October 2011Help raise money for St Mungo’s a charity doing lots of good work

for homeless people in Bristol and London.

Movember – all of November Join a global fundraising network

this November! Movember is responsible for the sprouting

of moustaches on thousands of men’s faces in the UK and around the world. The aim is to raise vital

funds and awareness for men’s health, prostate cancer and other

cancers that affect men.

Bridgwater Carnival collection – 4th, 5th November

Fundraisers needed sell programmes for the largest

Illuminated Carnival In Europe, raising money for Hammer Out Brain Tumours. It will be lots of fun and transport is provided.

Bath FireworksBurst into action at the fireworks fundraising event! RAG volunteers

need to raise

Volunteering Intro Meeting – Wednesday 21st September, 2:30,

3D06EAP Intro Meeting

27/10/11 – Meeting room 1, 4th floor, UWESU – 17:30-19:00

EAP Intro Meeting28/10/11 – Meeting room 1, 4th

floor, UWESU – 16:00-17:30

Selection Day for EAP 29/11/11

Intro Day For Selected Volunteers01/12/11

RAG: Dates For The DiaryRAG

Raise and Give (RAG) puts the FUN into FUNDRAISING!

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UWESU ShopsEverything You Need!Looking to buy a quick sandwich and drink before your lecture? Then why not pop into one of the Students’ Union Shops.There are shops located on Frenchay Campus, Glenside Campus, St Matt’s Campus and Bower Ashton.

All shops have a great Meal Deal offer that is available all year as well as other lunch time snacking options.

All shops sell Sandwiches, Tobacco, Chilled Foods, Soft Drinks, Crisps, Snacks, Confectionery, Grocery and Health & Beauty essentials, Stationery & Computer Basics, Cards & Stamps, Clothing and Branded Merchandise.The UWE Hoodie is a ‘must have’ for all Students and a NEW Limited Edition clothing lines will be available for Freshers.

There is also the ‘Full of Beans’ coffee cart, located in the Hub at Frenchay, (which is run jointly with the University), providing a range of hot beverages. Please check the opening hours at www.uwesu.org.

All the profits from the Shop are re-invested back into the Students’ Union and help run the many Services, Clubs and Societies. We will have some great Freshers’ 40th Anniversary offers, Special Prices and Offers running throughout the year.

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Support & Advice

NurseryThe Students’ Union runs a 62 place nursery on Frenchay Campus. Children can attend the nursery on a full or part time basis. The nursery offers priority to students and staff of UWE. Our aim is to provide a warm, caring environment that will offer a variety of learning opportunities for babies and young children.

www.uwesu.org/nursery

Are you wondering how you’re going to finance your way through university? Well UWESU Job Shop is here to help.Job Shop is the number one place to visit if you are looking for a part time job.

Each week there are new job adverts for you to consider and the best way to get the information is to register for the free weekly email of job adverts. This you can do on www.uwesu.org/jobshop. By registering for the email you will see the adverts at the earliest possible opportunityThe majority of vacancies advertised are with external employers in Bristol and the local area but Job Shop also handles all the Students’ Union vacancies in the bars, shop, office etc. Over the 13 years since Job Shop was set up they have built up excellent contacts in the Bristol area and over 4000 jobs are advertised each year.All the job adverts are looking for UWE students so you can be sure on applying the employer will know you are a student.

Job Shop covers all types of job including the following:

Office/Admin TelephoneBar/Catering ManualCare/nursing Youth or childrens workRetail SalesMarketing Leisure …and lots more

Job Shop is located on the Red Bar Patio at Frenchay and you are welcome to call in at any time. If you are based at one of the other campuses your local SU Office will be able to help with any enquiries.As well as advertising vacancies Job Shop also offers tips on specific job hunting plus advice on your employment rights, tax, National Insurance etc.So don’t forget to register with Job Shop at the earliest opportunity. The sooner you register the sooner you will be on your way to that all important part time job.

Remember you can register on line at www.uwesu.org/jobshop or by calling into Job Shop or your local SU office.

Support & Advice is at the heart of what we do as a Students’ Union because university life isn’t always easy. We offer free, confidential advice, a jobshop, nursery provision and a student friendly lettings agency amongst other services.

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BRIDGING THE GAP

CONNECTING STUDENTS & EMPLOYERS

Need some extra cash? Then let the Jobshop help...connecting students & employers

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Campuses

GlensideYou will find the Glenside Student Centre Bar the friendliest bar around, where all the action takes place. This is a student run bar with regular events ranging from quizzes, comedy nights, live bands and everything in between. Glenside has Wi-fi access, 4 PCs for student use, pool tables, plasma screens and a great garden. The bar is renowned for its great food so come and try one of our specials for breakfast or lunch, cheaper than Traders! With no on site cash machine our bar offers cashback. We also have a shop in the Centre to purchase that sweet fix you might need, stationery items or clothing.

The UWESU Campus Office at Glenside is here for your personal, academic and welfare needs. Whether you have a question about accommodation, uniforms or the nearest bus route to placement, the staff there are always happy to help out in any way they can.

Glenside is well known for its sense of community and friendship, with an active student Campus Committee, aka Glenside Angels, who play a vital part in putting on an unforgettable Welcome Weekend and Freshers’. There are plenty of ways to become involved and get more out of your time at UWE than just a degree. Glenside students tend to work hard, but play even harder.

FrenchayFrenchay Campus is the place where most students are based and thus, where most of the activity happens. So during Freshers’ Week this is where all the major events take place; from the big Welcome Party, to the celebrated Freshers’ Fair. Frenchay is home to most of UWESU’s services and in the UWESU building (F Block) you can find the Presidents, Student Reps, the Advice Centre, the JobShop, the Media Centre (home to the student newspaper, Western Eye, and the Hub radio station) and the Sports and Activities Centre (which caters for all sports and societies) and the Community and Welfare Centre. If you feel like a drink or something to eat then UWESU offers two bars, Escape and Red Bar, and if you need to grab a snack or pick up a newspaper then there is the Union shop.

If entertainment or relaxation is needed the UWESU bars are open in the evening so join in the quiz nights, watch live football, play pool, see live bands or party the night away at the weekly events.

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Frenchay Campus Officer ProfileName Catherine Reeve Age 20Course Primary School Education (ITT)How did you get involved? Me and my girlfriends were suckers for the Escape and Red Bar on numerous days of the week in our Freshers’ year, giving me the opportunity to meet Dom (my predecessor), Colin and generally the SU team! I saw an opportunity to get involved in the University in a whole new way and jumped right in! What are your plans for next year? My plans are simple. I want to strengthen the links that the Student Village has with UWESU, and within itself. I also want to extend this to other campuses and work closely with my fellow officers to raise awareness of opportunities both within and outside of the Frenchay Campus, making this year the best year!!!! :) Please don’t be shy to contact me, I want to hear from you. Email [email protected] Catherine Frenchay Campus OfficerTwitter www.twitter.com/CatherineReeve2

Glenside Campus Officer ProfileName Chris Palmer (Jobshare with Hollie Glover)Age 30Course Adult Nursing (Jan 10 intake)How did you get involved? I enjoyed being a part of UWESU as one of Glenside’s Angels and was fortunate enough to have been elected as joint Glenside Campus Officer alongside Hollie Glover. I have a genuine passion for Glenside and the quality nurses it turns out and wanted to take an active role in enhancing the student experience for all those who come here.What are your plans for next year? Our plans for more inclusion have already started with the first “vote your own Freshers” event having gone extremely well. We are currently also in the process of putting Halls Reps in place for Glenside so that we can start the next academic year with positive changes in place. Additionally we shall commence monthly “surgeries” for people to come and meet us face-to-face in a drop-in at Glenside Student Centre to discuss any issues they have. Outside of these times we aim to provide a quick and efficient service and are contactable through email, facebook, twitter or in person. We plan to put on more charity events this year and to continue to provide quality representation for Glenside within the wider UWE Students’ Union.Email [email protected] facebook.com/drspoonTwitter @PresidentPalmer

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St Matt’sWith it’s traditional English sunken lawn surrounded by fantastic 19th century buildings, St Matt’s is the Harry Potter campus. Small yet perfect, close to the city, Frenchay and Glenside, we’ve got it all going on.

Grass pitches and a traditional gymnasium make it home turf to UWESU Sports Clubs and Martial Arts, but we’ve also got the Drama lovies, Philosophers and Politicians. So the bar is clearly the place for a vibrant evening whether you’re up for a theme night, live-music, quiz or open-mic night, film-club, an existential debate or just a quiet pint on our expansive sofas.

Come and find us for great coffee, toasties, baked potatoes and home-made soup. Check out the shop for a sandwich or pre-exam treat, or drop in next door to the office for independent advice and all you need to know about becoming a Student Rep, standing for election or how to get your dissertation bound. Whether you study at St Matt’s or not we look forward to seeing you in September.

HartpuryWelcome to UWE Hartpury! The UWESU office is on the first floor of the Modern Pentathlon Centre, just pop in and check out the services we offer you whilst here at Hartpury. We have our independent advice service, hoodies for sale and access to all the other SU services such as the Jobshop. We are here to help you get the most of your time here at Hartpury. Legends Bar is the venue for all of your events. During the day it is your common room where you can use your computer with a cup of the infamous Legends Bar Hot Chocolate, play the Nintendo Wii or just chill out with your mates. Paninis, nachos and toasties are also available. Make sure you get both of the Legends Bar Loyalty Cards to qualify for your free drinks!Why not join the Campus Committee to help organise student events or share ideas to improve student life? If you would like to do so, contact Wendy, ([email protected]) who is our UWESU staff member for Hartpury and she will put you in touch with the Campus Chair.

Bower AshtonBower Ashton is the smallest of UWE’s campuses, so if it’s an intimate friendly atmosphere you’re after you won’t find it better anywhere else. It is home to the School of Creative Arts and is an eclectic and colourful community of more than 1,600 students and a close network of staff. It is situated on the edge of the beautiful parkland of the Ashton Court Estate and is close to Bristol’s city centre.The Students’ Union at Bower Ashton provides a bar, a shop and the office allowing you to access all the Students’ Union services including the Advice Centre, Job Shop and access to sports clubs, societies and networks.Come and join us in the bar and experience the chilled out vibe of Bower while sampling our freshly ground coffee or something from the locally sourced organic menu; featuring homemade soups, pizza and curries with a choice of vegetarian/vegan/gluten free options. The bar also holds occasional DJ and live music sessions, we have our own decks, so feel free to bring in your vinyl if you fancy a spin. We look forward to welcoming you in September!

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St Matt’s Campus Officer ProfileName Daniel Hinchey Age 19Course HistoryHow did you get involved? I was just encouraged by friends and found that there were things I cared about which could be done for the benefit of people like you or me.What are your plans for next year? I want to improve the cycling culture at UWE and help develop sustainability in our wonderful environment at St Matt’s and the whole University, along with concentrating on issues at St Matt’s such as your views and the whole topic of the closure of the campus. I also of course can’t wait to make St Matt’s one of the coolest places to hang out next year, not that it’s character in the nineteenth century surroundings doesn’t already speak for itself.Email [email protected] www.facebook.com/dthincheyTwitter www.twitter.com/DT2Hinchey

Bower Ashton Campus Officer ProfileName Sarah Hickie Age 21Course Art and Visual CultureHow did you get involved? I began as Fine Art and AVC Rep and FoCA rep in Year 2, then decided to run in the elections after getting to know the old Campus Officers and learning more about the role!What are your plans for next year? I hope to create an even better sense of community down at Bower and unite the courses together more, giving students more of an opportunity to collaborate and network! I plan to actively encourage fundraising and lobby UWE and UWESU for clear communication regarding their imput in this. I also plan to encourage more sustainable events to help save students money and support UWE and UWESU in caring for the environment through things such as a materials swap shop!

Hartpury Campus Officer ProfileName Rachel Kent Age 21Course BSc Equine ManagementHow did you get involved? I got involved with Hartpury SU after helping with a few events last year, when the role opened up again this year I jumped at the opportunity to get more involved with the social scene at Hartpury.What are your plans for next year? I have HUGE plans for next year!! Firstly, I hope to establish a firm link between Hartpury and the rest of UWE. I will put in place a ‘frame work’ for the next Hartpury Campus Chair to use next year. I hope to plan and run many successful events throughout the year for all students to have the opportunity to get involved with. As an off site student myself, I will work to ensure that off site students have the chance to get to every event for minimal cost.

Bower’s Wondrous WelcomeMon 19 September 2011 22:00-03:00

Eton & HazeRoll up roll up, come one come all to the Official Bower Welcome Party.Bower Ashton presents ‘a night at the circus’ and Keda Breeze invites you to join together for a night of exciting delights, interesting sights and a mix of colourful sounds and characters that promises to keep you out way after dark. Held across 2 floors of booths bars and balloons there will be drinks, dancing and so so SO much more at the bizarre bazaar we have in store!!

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Dress Code: Circus themePrice: £6Times: 10pm - 3am

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1) Hartpury Freshers’ Fair-14/09/112) Bower Freshers’ Fair-19/09/113) Glenside and St Matt’s Freshers’ Fair-21/09/114) Glenside Pyjama Pubcrawl-21/09/115) Frenchay Freshers’ Fair-22/09/11: UK’s largest Freshers’ Fair!6) Allstars Party-24/09/11: Bristol’s Biggest Student Event.

7) NUS Delegation: Nominate or vote for who you would like to represent the Students of UWE at the NUS National Conference.8) Frolics Festival-08/10/11: Keep celebrating after Freshers’ with Frolics Festival.9) Black History Month - Love Music Hate Racism Gig-27/10/11 at Start the Bus.10) Halloween Lock In- 31/10/11: Make sure you dress up for this special edition of your ‘Monday Lock In’ across all campus SU bars

11) Woolly Hat Day-04/11/2011: Put your hat on for the homeless and help us raise money for St Mungos, a homeless charity in the Stokes Croft area.12) The Village People14-18/11/11: Come to Red Bar to discuss living on Frenchay and celebrate after with some drinks in Red Bar.13) Movember: Grow a moustache and watch out for special events to raise money for prostate cancer.14) AGM-24/11/11-Exercise your Student voice by voting for or against motions at your Annual General Meeting.

15) Last Orders-09/12/11: Come down to UWE’S largest Christmas end of term party at all SU bars!16) Dear Steve: Submit your wish to the Vice Chancellor.

17) Elections Nominations: Nominees for all Presidents and Officers positions are submitted.18) Feedback Week-starting 16/01/11: Give us your feedback on UWESU and the University.

19) Body Beautiful-whole month: A month of free classes for ladies only. Get fit and active for free!20) Re-Freshers’ Fair-2/02/12: Be a Fresher again and visit a whole host of stalls!21) UWESU Through The Ages: Get to meet UWESU old officers and see how UWESU has solved educational issues from 1971!22) RAG Week-18-26/02/11: A whole week of fundraising shenanigans in aid of the 4 chosen UWESU Charities.25) National Student Volunteering Week-20-26/02/11: Join us for the annual national celebration of student volunteering.

23) Village People-Take 2-01/03/11: Student Village and Carroll Court pop down to Red Bar again to voice your opinion and mingle with your fellow residents.24) Elections-Voting Week-05/03/2011-09/03/2011: The campaigning starts and the voting opens for all Presidents and Officers positions. 26) Last Orders-29/03/12: UWE’S Easter legendary end of term event with reductions off all drinks in all of your campus SU bars!27) Varsity Day: UWE V Bristol University Varsity Sports Event Day.28) Rugby Union Varsity: UWE Rugby Clubs V Bristol Rugby Clubs.29) Football Varsity: UWE Football teams V Bristol Football Teams.30) Rep Awards: An event to celebrate Student Rep successes across the year.

31) Inspire-athon: Dress up with friends and inspire the community to get active!32) Activities Awards: An event to celebrate Society successes across the year.

33) UWESU Beer and Cider Festival-04/05/11: Lots of International and local beers and Ciders in red bar for you to try, plus performers and food to be enjoyed!34) Sports Awards Dinner: Traditional Sports Awards to honour achievements of sporting individuals and Sports Clubs!35) Olympic Torch Celebration-22/05/11: Today is the day that the Olympic torch travels through Bristol, so we shall celebrate with evening entertainment, light wishing lanterns and inspirational speakers.36) Last Orders-25/05/12: UWE’s Summer End of Year party with reductions off all drinks and performances from acts at all your campus SU bars!

37) Canoe Polo Varsity: UWE Canoe Clubs V Bristol Canoe Clubs.38) Boat Varsity: UWE Boat Clubs V Bristol Boat Clubs at the Bristol Harbour side.39) Cricket Varsity: UWE Cricket Teams V Bristol Cricket Teams.40) Bower Ashton Degree Show: The opening night of the degree shows.

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