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 the Concourse, it focused on helping those who haven’t found housing yet. It was great to see so many of you and we hope that speaking to the charities, private student accommodation and our very own accreditation […]

Academic Responsibility & Conduct

Sam Scott, Head of Advice Receiving a letter from the University saying there has been a suspected breach of academic responsibility and conduct can be very stressful. The letter can be long and complex and in that heightened state of stress it can be very difficult to read let alone make sense of. This may […]

Special Considerations for Exams

Sarah Fergusson, Student Adviser Exams can be a stressful time for any student, but Southampton University understands that some students may face additional challenges that could impact their performance. To ensure all students have a fair opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, the university offers a system for requesting special considerations during exams. What Are Special […]

Why Become A Sabbatical Officer?

Wondering what it’s like to be a Sabbatical Officer? Dive into our video archive and hear directly from past Sabbatical Officers about their incredible experiences at SUSU. In the below testimonials, they share why they loved their roles, the positive impact they made, and the unforgettable moments that made their year at SUSU so fulfilling. […]

December & January 2025 Highlights

Powered By EmbedPress SUSU+ has launched! Over 1,000 people signed up on launch day, enjoying exciting freebies and 1,000+ plant pot cookies! Student Crowd Ranking In December, Student Crowd ranked us as the UK’s 5th best students’ union! Refreshers Fair Refreshers allowed us to end January with a bang! Over 1,200 students attended the event, […]

Sabbs Update – 07/02/25

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 at the Refreshers Fair for this, and all of you who loved to see our duck QW! It was a fantastic day with an incredible turnout; we had over 1000 downloads on the first […]

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 grocery prices and the financial strain of other expenses, many students are feeling the pinch more than ever. Strategies to Manage the Rising Cost of Living While the cost of living is undeniably […]

New Sabbatical Officer Roles!

Nominations are now open for our Leadership Elections, and we’d love to see you apply to join our 2025-26 Sabbatical Officers team! As a valued member of the students’ union, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. Following extensive student consultation we have made changes to the five Sabbatical Officer positions. You’ll receive great […]

Download the New SUSU+ App!

We’re thrilled to introduce SUSU+, the app that makes every visit to SUSU outlets more rewarding!  With SUSU+, you’ll earn reward points every time you dine and shop at SUSU venues. These points unlock exciting perks and exclusive offers for all students.  Find out more >> How to Get Started with SUSU+   Download the App: […]

Battling the January Blues: A Guide to Prioritising Wellbeing

Ash Hunt, Student Adviser As the festive season fades and the days remain short and often dreary, many of us experience a dip in mood, energy, and motivation. The so-called “January Blues” is a common phenomenon, a feeling of post-holiday letdown combined with the pressures of new year resolutions, exams, or simply the cold, dark […]