Understanding and Resolving Conflict: A Guide for Students
Conflict is a natural part of any relationship—whether at home, school, or work. It’s impossible for two people to agree on everything all the time. The key is not to fear or avoid conflict, but to handle it constructively. When managed well, conflict can strengthen relationships and foster personal growth. But when mishandled, it can […]
Understanding Extensions and Special Considerations
As a student, it’s essential to be aware of the support mechanisms available to you, especially when unforeseen circumstances impact your academic performance. Two key provisions are Extensions and Special Considerations. What is an Extension? An Extension allows you to request additional time to complete an assessment. Situations such as illness or family emergencies may […]
Autism Awareness Day
Lottie James, VP Welfare & Community Happy Autism Awareness Day! For this blog post, I wanted to discuss something that isn’t talked about enough – autistic joy! Autistic joy is about moments that make autistic people feel safe, authentic and content. This can be due to a wide range of activities, experiences, and even spaces […]
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 access to the resources they need, the institution offers the “Report and Support” platform. This initiative is designed to empower students, staff, and visitors to report any concerns, from academic issues to incidents […]
SUSU Culture Festival 2025
SUSU recently wrapped up our vibrant Culture Festival from 10 – 23 March. This exciting two-week celebration brought together students and societies to share, learn, and experience the rich cultural diversity that makes up our university community. Here’s a look back at the amazing events that made this year’s Culture Festival. https://youtu.be/mQoNUSplZMk?feature=shared From the colourful […]
Sabbs Update – 21/03/25
Lawrence Coomber, Union President What happened this fortnight? Student Sustainability Forum, with Guest Speaker Jo Campling from Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS) and a presentation from the Palestine Solidarity Network (PSN) on the University’s investment portfolio. Continued work on SUSU Governance. Leadership Elections of Course! The Student Sustainability Forum saw our Guest Speaker, Jo, explain in detail […]
Keeping Your Home Safe Over the Easter Break: A Student’s Guide
Ash Hunt, Student Adviser As Easter approaches and many students head home for the break, it’s essential to take a few precautions to ensure that your student accommodation remains safe and secure while you’re away. Whether you’re heading back to your family home or going on a well-earned holiday, protecting your property is vital. Here […]
Estranged Students
Michelle Fisher, Student Adviser Being a student comes with its own set of challenges, but for some, these challenges are compounded by estrangement from their families or caregivers. Estranged students—those who are disconnected from their families due to various reasons such as conflict, abuse, or neglect—face unique difficulties that can affect their academic performance, mental […]
February 2025 Highlights
Powered By EmbedPress Leadership Elections 2025 The candidates for the Leadership Elections 2025 have recently been announced. Campaigning is already underway! We are entering an exciting phase of the Leadership Elections as we meet the 19 candidates who are campaigning for the new Sabbatical roles. Don’t forget that voting will open on March 11th! Student […]
Sabbs Update – 07/03/25
Lawrence Coomber, Union President This fortnight, I attended the University Council on the 4th March. It was held at the Science Park, which was the first time I had been! It’s a small business estate just above the motorway on the way to Winchester, which houses small start-up businesses that have come from “spin-outs” from the […]