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Sam Scott, Head of Advice Student finance applications for the 2025/26 academic year are now open. The process only takes a few …

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser As exams come to a close, we know you’re itching to break free and let your hair down …

May 2025 Highlights

Powered By EmbedPress All Student Vote 1,155 petition signatures kick-started an all-student vote on Alumni email accounts!   Since then, a further …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President It’s Grad Ball week! Tickets have SOLD OUT now, and it’s looking to be one of our best events yet, …

Sam Scott, Head of Advice There are times in everyone’s life when things happen unexpectedly. Sometimes these unexpected events mean that daily …

Today is Menstrual Hygiene Day, and this year’s theme is “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld.” It’s all about breaking the stigma around periods, …

Sarah Fergusson, Student Adviser It’s time to move out of your property! To have the best chance of getting your deposit back …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President Another busy fortnight! – but good luck to all of you who have already completed exams, essays and …

Moving Out Must Dos

Adam Palmer, Advice Coordinator Before you leave your property and head off on your next adventure there are a few things to …

https://youtu.be/WiPIWllMUsI?feature=shared As the warmer weather draws us outside, there’s no better way to enjoy it than with a BBQ. But before you …

Powered By EmbedPress Varsity 2025 VICTORY IS OURS! Team Southampton dominated Varsity and brought the trophy home with 206 wins! #BleedBurgundy #TeamSoton …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President On Wednesday 30 April, I attended the away day for the Board of Governors of the University, known as …

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser Exams can be stressful, but there are many things we can do to ensure standards of Academic Integrity …

Taking drugs always carries risks, and the potential for harm is ever-present. It’s impossible to know exactly what is in a substance …

As part of its long-term transport strategy, and using specific government funding, Southampton City Council undertook several rounds of engagement since Autumn …

The University of Southampton Dance Society has had an unforgettable year in competitions, lighting up stages across the country. With top placings …

Students need to be covered by a TV Licence to watch or record programmes as they’re being shown on TV or live …

Earth Day

Lawrence Coomber, Union President The 22nd April is Earth Day, where millions of people across the planet take a day of action …

Applications for student finance for the 25/26 academic year are now open. It just takes a few minutes to apply, and you …

Conflict is a natural part of any relationship—whether at home, school, or work. It’s impossible for two people to agree on everything …

As a student, it’s essential to be aware of the support mechanisms available to you, especially when unforeseen circumstances impact your academic …

Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community Happy Autism Awareness Day! For this blog post, I wanted to discuss something that isn’t talked …

Report & Support

Sarah Fergusson, Student Adviser At the University of Southampton, students’ well-being and safety are top priorities. To ensure that every student has …

SUSU recently wrapped up our vibrant Culture Festival from 10 – 23 March. This exciting two-week celebration brought together students and societies …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President What happened this fortnight? Student Sustainability Forum, with Guest Speaker Jo Campling from Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS) and a …

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser As Easter approaches and many students head home for the break, it’s essential to take a few precautions …

Estranged Students

Michelle Fisher, Student Adviser Being a student comes with its own set of challenges, but for some, these challenges are compounded by …

Powered By EmbedPress Leadership Elections 2025 The candidates for the Leadership Elections 2025 have recently been announced. Campaigning is already underway! We …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight, I attended the University Council on the 4th March. It was held at the Science Park, …

Managing money as a student can be tough, but National Student Money Week is here to help! This year’s theme, “Why Just …

Adam Palmer, Advice Coordinator Looking for accommodation or housemates for the 25/26 academic year? We’ve got you covered with a few easy …

The Academic Awards celebrate the dedication of course reps and staff who make a significant impact on university life, whether through exceptional …

Sabbs Update – 21/02/25

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight saw our second Housing Fair of the year on the 7th, which was hosted in Building 42 on …

Sam Scott, Head of Advice Receiving a letter from the University saying there has been a suspected breach of academic responsibility and …

Sarah Fergusson, Student Adviser Exams can be a stressful time for any student, but Southampton University understands that some students may face …

Wondering what it’s like to be a Sabbatical Officer? Dive into our video archive and hear directly from past Sabbatical Officers about …

Powered By EmbedPress SUSU+ has launched! Over 1,000 people signed up on launch day, enjoying exciting freebies and 1,000+ plant pot cookies! …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President If you haven’t already seen, our SUSU+ App was launched on Friday! It was great seeing so many of you …

Cost of Living Challenges

Michelle Fisher, Student Adviser The rising cost of living presents real and ongoing challenges for students everywhere. From skyrocketing rent to rising …

Nominations are now open for our Leadership Elections, and we’d love to see you apply to join our 2025-26 Sabbatical Officers team! …

We’re thrilled to introduce SUSU+, the app that makes every visit to SUSU outlets more rewarding!  With SUSU+, you’ll earn reward points …

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser As the festive season fades and the days remain short and often dreary, many of us experience a …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight was very busy for me! The most exciting part was visiting Belfast with Rebecca, our VP …

Revision is not the most exciting part of the academic year, but we know how crucial this may be for your success …

Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community It’s officially 2025, and perhaps you’re partaking in Dry January or simply want to cut back …

You Are More Than

Adam Palmer, Advice Coordinator Welcome back! We hope you had a good holiday break and are back raring to go for the …

The new year is here, and for many, it’s time to gear up for exams. Finding the right study space that fits …

Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community 2025 is here! This blog post is all about coming back from the Winter break, reconvening …

As winter break rolls around, students are usually excited for a well-deserved break from studying. But this time of year can also …

Support Over the Holiday Break   It’s that time of year when everyone gets a break for the Holidays! Don’t forget support …

Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community There are multiple reasons why celebrating the holidays might not appeal to everyone. In this blog …

Southampton Students’ Union (SUSU) has been ranked in the top 5 best Students’ Unions in the UK, as rated by students on …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight saw the beginning of the festive season for us at SUSU, with Father Christmas (possibly me) …

November Highlights

Winter Festival Thank you to everyone that has joined us at our many events for this year’s Winter Festival, from Bauble and …

Nicola White, Student Adviser Prep for exams? Revision tips?   Preparing for exams during the Christmas break can be challenging, but with …

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser Appealing as a PGT    Just received your results for your PGT programme, unsure whether you can appeal? …

14 November – 20 December Join us as we celebrate and learn. Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community Disability History Month is …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight saw myself, and the Vice Chancellor sign the Relationship Agreement between the University and the Student’s …

Movember at SUSU

Conor White, VP Sports Movember has been in full swing this month, with so many of our students getting involved in ‘Growing …

Sam Scott –  Head of Advice Leaving Your Rented Property Over Christmas   1) Keep your heating on. It can be tempting to …

October Highlights

Black History Month We hosted 10 society led events spread throughout the month. We also shared an array of awareness pieces including …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight has been made up of less exciting but just as important work for me as President: …

13 – 19 November Join SUSU as we celebrate and learn Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community Happy Trans Awareness Week! For …

Sarah Fergusson –  Adviser Students and Financial Hardship   Being a student can mean that available finances are limited, and students can …

Housing Fair

SUSU’s annual Housing Fair will take place on Friday 8th November, from 10:00 to 16:00 on the Concourse in the SUSU Building …

Adam Palmer –  Advice Coordinator Damp & Disrepair – What to do!   Unfortunately, things go wrong, but it doesn’t mean you …

Did you know that our food choices contribute 34% of global emissions? It’s a powerful reminder of how impactful our daily choices …

Rebecca Would, VP Education and Democracy Hi everyone, I’ve been slightly quieter lately as I’ve taken a rare bit of leave to …

Diwali

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant festivals in India. It symbolises the victory of …

Nicola White – Adviser Renting 101   As a first-year university student, navigating the world of renting can feel like a daunting …

Heading out tonight? We’ve got your back! We are sharing simple ways to stay safe while having fun. It’s not about cutting …

The Student Experience Survey is your chance to provide feedback about your time at University. This initiative is a joint effort between …

A microaggression is a statement, action or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle or unintentional discrimination against members of a …

September Highlights

Freshers 2024 7,686 students attended our events. Over 30 events over the 2 weeks. 10,370 Freshers event tickets sold on Box Office. …

Given that Black History Month is coming to a close, it is important to remember the value of representation, determination, and the …

The Importance of Asexual Visibility in Today’s World from LGBTQ+ Officer, Sophia Hanson We live in a time of unprecedented freedom for …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President Hi Everyone! This fortnight has been a slower one than Freshers’ week, as one would expect, but we …

University life can be a big adjustment but finding those unique spots around campus that resonate with your vibe can help ease …

Sam Scott – Head of Advice Support Services   University can be incredible. It can also be tough. Life can throw things …

Lottie James – VP Welfare & Community Happy International Mental Health Day from all of us at SUSU! This year’s theme highlights …

Michelle Fisher – Adviser Money, money, money!   Budgeting is simply making a plan for your money. Although I meet students who …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President Over the last fortnight, I’ve been busy getting my teeth stuck into Freshers’ Week! We’ve been delighted to …

Rebecca Would – VP Education and Democracy Its Autumn Elections time and we are electing course reps in every single year of …

Scam Awareness Students are often targeted by scammers trying to get either money or your personal details from you for illegal gain. …

Who We Are   Hello to everyone old and new! As it is Freshers this week we thought what better time to …

We hope you’re looking forward to meeting all of our clubs and societies at Bunfight tomorrow! Below is some key information about …

We hope you’re looking forward to Freshers Fair tomorrow! Below is some key information about the event, so make sure to read …

Hi everyone, my name is Lottie, and I’m your Vice President of Welfare and Community this year.  A couple of weeks ago, …

Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight, I have continued working on a range of projects. Although in the early stages, these include: …

Appeal Resits   If you have taken resits, have been given the ratified result and you want to appeal you must do …

Everyone knows the importance of taking care of your mental health. But not everyone knows about the support available for when you …

As a recent alumni of UoS I didn’t know this part of the country at all when I started so if you …

Starting university is an exciting experience, but it can also come with its fair share of uncertainties and challenges. From making new …

Sam – Head of Advice Gambling harm reduction   Gambling Harm – Who Can It Affect? 1 in 10 adults in the past …

Sam – Head of Advice Consumer Rights   As you move into your new place you may be buying products to complete your …

Freshers Week Fairs Explained Are you a new student coming to the University of Southampton? We’re thrilled to announce the line-up of …

Michelle – Student Adviser Food, glorious food! It can be challenging managing your finances to get through the summer. If you’re struggling to buy …

Ash – Student Adviser Special Consideration for PGR Students There are times during the academic journey where we must consider special considerations. …

Ash – Student Adviser Special Consideration for PGR Students There are times during the academic journey where we must consider special considerations. …

Ash – Student Adviser Special Consideration for PGR Students There are times during the academic journey where we must consider special considerations. …

Sam – Head of Advice Sex work safety With the recent cost of living increase, it has become apparent that some of …

Nicola – Advice Centre Adviser How to make the most of summer at university   The summer break at university is a …

Sarah – Advice Centre Adviser Inventory checklist and taking photos   Why is an inventory important? Having an inventory at the start …

Sabbs Update This is the last Sabbs Update with our current Sabbatical team as today (Friday 28th June) is their last day here …

Adam – Advice Centre Co-ordinator Moving in Top Tips   Hopefully you will soon be moving into your new home for the …

Nicola White – Adviser Appeals – FAQ’s and wellbeing   Just received your results back and unsure whether you can appeal? You have …

Sam Scott – Advice Apply for funding Remember to apply for next year’s student finance. Applications for student finance for the 24/25 …

Hi everyone! I’m just writing to let you know that SUSU will be hosting a husting on Wednesday 26th June, as part …

May Highlights

YAMT – You are More Than Farm event had over 1300 attendees. We have given away so far 240 Cereal bars/fruit, 169 Ice-creams …

Ash Hunt – Adviser Drinking safely in line with celebrations As exams come to a close, we know you’re itching to break …

Sam Scott – Head of Advice Special considerations for undergraduate and masters students There are times in everyone’s life when things happen …

Sarah Fergusson – Student adviser Moving out – Getting Your Deposit Back It’s time to move out of your property!  To have the best …

Hi everyone! As SUSU President, I’ve been working alongside Rebecca (VP Education and Democracy) and student leaders from other Russell Group Students’ …

Adam Palmer – Advice Centre Co-ordinator Moving Out Must Dos Before you leave your property and head off on your next adventure …

Nicola White – Adviser Revision Techniques for a positive exam period! Revision, not the most exciting part of the academic year, but …

Events: Varsity 2024 1305 tickets sold82 fixtures over 4 days Score 170 – 150Southampton win of course! Campaigns:  Green Week A fantastic …

Green Photography winners

One of the highlights of Green Week 2024 was Southampton University Photographic Society’s  (SUPS) Wildlife Photography Competitionexhibition, showcasing fantastic images captured by …

Ash Hunt – Advisor Academic Integrity in Exams Exams can be stressful but there are many things we can do to ensure …

Advice Centre Blog

Hello everyone, To launch our new weekly Wednesday blog, we thought we would begin by introducing you to your advice team and …

Amy here, your token gay sabb. When every day seems to be somebody’s Day of Visibility, it can be easy to forget what this actually means.

March Highlights

Campaigns: Women’s History Month Working closely with our societies we ran a month worth of events and awareness raising initiative celebrating and …

Four students from the University of Southampton Taekwondo club have been selected to represent Team Southampton at the EUSA European University Games …

Hi Everyone – Ed here, You’ve probably heard a million times that voting is important and we completely understand that the life of a student is incredibly busy, but it’s so important to ensure your voice is heard both on a local and national level.

SUSU February Highlights Here’s what’s been going on at SUSU in the past month: LGBTQ History Month We ran 12 events across …

What is University Mental Health Day? University Mental Health Day is the biggest day of the year for student mental health, bringing …

Ramadan

“No, not even water”. This is what I usually respond with to my friends who ask me if I’m allowed to drink …

This Woman’s History Month some of our clubs & societies including Zumba, Meditation and Empower will be putting on sessions to address …

Sometime centuries ago, women collectively designed the first garments for the purpose of covering, supporting, or enhancing their breasts. Greek and Minoan …

You can help support LGBTQ+ people in just a few clicks! The organisation ‘Ban Conversion Therapy’ has made it easy for you …

SUSU January Highlights Here’s what’s been going on at SUSU in the past month: You Are More Than… 194 students came to …

Celebrate pride all year long with books by LGBTQ+ authors! From inspirational memoirs to irresistible romances, these stories honour the journeys of …

Image of a man on the phone, being warned of a scam

Student Loan Scams

We’ve had reports that there is an uplift in student loan scams currently. Students are advised to be vigilant against scams as …

University of Southamptons Students Union sustainability logo.

Amplifying your voice This autumn, we launched the Students’ Sustainability Forum, our student-led forum which acts as a sounding board on the …

Drinking is a massive part of uni culture, and when done in safe, consensual environments can be lots of fun! However, problems …

Today is International Students’ Day, a day to celebrate our diverse community of students! We’ve spoken to some members of our Clubs …

The majority of healthcare needs for a transgender person are just the same as any other person. And, like us all, trans …

The Student Experience Survey is your opportunity to give feedback on your student experience. It is a collaboration between your Student’ Union …

Swimming as a fun activity or a competitive sport can be empowering to participate in, though when it comes to being comfortable …

Here is a brief overview of just a few of the ways in which you can be a good ally to the …

Nakieah May, Criminology and Psychology student and member of ACS, has shared her blog with us this Black History Month on loving …

It’s time to look back and celebrate all of the amazing work and achievements from 2022/23! You can read through our facts …

Pre-uni nerves have kicked in, and you have made your trip to IKEA/Wilko/other student appropriate shops where you can get what you …

Southampton University grounds, green space with Building 42 in the background

Southampton City Council are currently running many consultations for their plans in the city. These cover Green Infrastructure, Biodiversity, sports facilities, homelessness …

Living in halls is a brand new world of people, experiences and opportunities, and it is such a great way to have …

The Advice Centre team have put together this guide to help you find student housing, and choose the right housemates for you! …

Coming to uni, you get so many opportunities to try new things, explore and be independent – including learning to cook! You …

As part of LGBTQ+ History Month, we would like to celebrate and help educate members of the LGBTQ+ community and their allies …

In the UK, there is a long history of legislation that protects the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals and seeks to promote equality. …

Thursday 16 June 2022 marks Social Mobility Awareness Day, which is a chance to promote conversations and celebrate commitments to positive change. …