Wessex Scene
Wessex Scene is the official student publication of the University of Southampton. We cover a huge range of topics, and any student here is welcome to write or illustrate for us. Membership is also free!
Wessex Scene is the official student publication of the University of Southampton. We cover a huge range of topics, and any student here is welcome to write or illustrate for us.
Get a free membership to receive an email invite to both our WhatsApp community and a Writer's Account.
- Getting a Writer's Account will enable you to write for our website - this can be about anything at anytime. Just submit your article to review and one of our editorial team will review and publish it.
- Joining our WhatsApp will allow you to stay in the loop with any opportunities, attend socials and speak to like-minded people.
Wessex Scene is a friendly, welcoming society that is the perfect platform for getting involved in journalism or writing, with no previous experience required. Readers are also highly encouraged to take part in our wider community! Check out our Linktree to quickly find things!
Members receive emails when we release a new newsletter on our site as well as a link to join our WhatsApp community.
The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Wessex Scene this year are:
Editor-in-Chief
- Head of the paper. In charge of organising committee members and print issues.
(VP) Treasurer
- Manages the finances of the society and acts as a secondary VP, assisting the Editor-in-Chief and VP Deputy Editor in helping out in any and all areas of the society from time to time.
Content Editor
- Part of the editing team. Edits articles on the wordpress site and prepares articles for printed magazines.
Content Editor
- Part of the editing team. Edits articles on the wordpress site and prepares articles for printed magazines.
Content Editor
- Part of the editing team. Edits articles on the wordpress site and prepares articles for printed magazines.
Content Editor
- Part of the editing team. Edits articles on the wordpress site and prepares articles for printed magazines.
Content Editor
- Part of the editing team. Edits articles on the wordpress site and prepares articles for printed magazines.
Events Secretary
Head of Design
- In charge of designing magazines, both print and online.
Imagery Coordinator
Social Media and Advertising Manager
Technological Officer
VP Deputy Editor
- Second in command for the Editor helping to supervise overall running of the publication.
Welfare Officer
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Wessex Scene, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Membership - 25/26 Academic Year | FREE | 18/06/2025 - 18/06/2026 | Sign up to be a member at Wessex Scene this year. Whether you're writing for us, making imagery, attending socials, or simply reading, sign up to stay in the loop with what we are doing, to vote on society decisions, and hear about all of the opportunities we have to offer! Membership is free and has no prerequisites - student journalism is for everyone! |
Products
Available products to purchase for Wessex Scene
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Wessex Scene are available to view below
Upcoming Events
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