How are you getting home tonight?
Heading out tonight? We’ve got your back! We are sharing simple ways to stay safe while having fun. It’s not about cutting out the drinks—it’s about making smart choices so you can enjoy the night and get home safely. Look out for your friends, plan ahead, and stay aware. Let’s keep the good times rolling […]
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. 63% of new undergraduate students attended a SUSU Freshers Event. We raised £400 for charity through our Freshers Party Cup levy. We gave away over 1,160 Plat Pot Cookies at the Student Life […]
Hidden Gems Around University from Alumnus, Emily Brown
University life can be a big adjustment but finding those unique spots around campus that resonate with your vibe can help ease the transition. Whether it’s cosying up your flat or discovering new places to unwind, I’ve picked these hidden gems to make your surroundings feel more familiar and inviting. Your Flat: Your Personal Sanctuary […]
SUSU is Seeking an External Trustee!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the student community? The University of Southampton Students’ Union (SUSU) is on the lookout for an External Trustee to join our Board of Trustees! This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside our team of Student Trustees, Sabbatical Trustees, and External Trustees, contributing to our governance. […]
Advice Centre Blog – 16/10/2024
Sam Scott – Head of Advice Support Services University can be incredible. It can also be tough. Life can throw things your way that you weren’t expecting and hadn’t planned for, leaving you feeling worried, isolated and anxious. The university has various support services available to help but it can seem overwhelming trying to […]
Autumn Elections Voting Now Open
Voting is now open for the 2024 Autumn Elections until Thursday 17 October at 16:00! Vote now! >> The nominations are in and it’s time to cast your vote for who you think should represent students. In these elections, you can vote for Student Officers & Trustees, School Presidents, Department Presidents and Course Reps. The […]
International Mental Health Day: Balancing Work, Life, and University
Lottie James – VP Welfare & Community Happy International Mental Health Day from all of us at SUSU! This year’s theme highlights the importance of balancing mental health in the workplace, which I’m expanding to include employment and studies. Having navigated these experiences myself, I’d like to share insights on what has worked for me […]
Advice Centre Blog – 09/10/2024
Michelle Fisher – Adviser Money, money, money! Budgeting is simply making a plan for your money. Although I meet students who are keen, motivated and willing to do better with their money, there are very few who say, “Oh great, let’s track our spending each month against our student income”. I know. I understand […]
Changes you can achieve for students by running as an Academic Rep in your school
Rebecca Would – VP Education and Democracy Its Autumn Elections time and we are electing course reps in every single year of every single course, this means all students (including Freshers) can get involved by nominating themselves, suggesting a friend and voting! Nominate yourself now Having Course Reps, School and Department Presidents and Faculty Officers […]
Advice Centre Blog – 02/10/2024
Scam Awareness Students are often targeted by scammers trying to get either money or your personal details from you for illegal gain. Please see the bullet points below that could help towards keeping you and your information safe. Never give any passwords, banking or personal details to anyone you do not know or trust. Nobody […]