Cambridge Freshers Guide

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Freshers 2018

WELCOME CAMBRIDGE FRESHERS

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Whether you’re new to Higher Education or you’re joining us from another institution, your Anglia Ruskin student experience starts now!

It’s important to us that you feel welcomed, supported and represented during the hectic first few weeks and all throughout your studies.

That’s why we’ll be right by your side for the whole journey.

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This guide includes everything you’ll need to personalise your Freshers; from dates for your diary and handy tips no Fresher can go without, to an introduction to your 18/19 full-time Officer Team.

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What is ARU Students’ Union?

Congratulations – now you’ve joined Anglia Ruskin University you’re officially a member of ARU Students’ Union. We’re a charity run by students for students, independent from the university and here to represent your voice.

We’re made up of 20,000 students working together to make ambitions reality and make your university experience the best it can be.

Your membership lasts for as long as you study at ARU. Make sure you don’t miss out on all we have to offer.

Get all the need-to-know info online and via our social media channels. www.angliastudent.com

Anglia Ruskin Students’ Union

@AngliaRuskinSU angliaruskin_su angliaruskinsu Download the Freshers app: www.angliastudent.com/app

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Who runs ARU Students’ Union?

You do! Every year all ARU students get the chance to vote for the six students, known as Officers, who will take a year out of their studies to lead the Union and work full-time representing you.

They battled it out in the March elections for the chance to lead ARU Students’ Union this year. They’re here to support and represent you, campaign for positive change and help you get involved with all our amazing opportunities.

It’s their job to take the student voice to the university – and that includes yours!

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Your Officer Team From left to right: Vice President of Science and Engineering: Matt Hayes, ARU Students’ Union President: Laura Douds, Vice President of Health, Education, Medicine and Social Care: Fraser Luther-Yarwood, Vice President of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences: Amanda Campbell-White, Vice President of Business and Law: Mary Copsey.

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Creating positive change As your Students’ Union we are constantly working to make your student experience the best it can possibly be.

And, with your help, ARU Students’ Union really does transform students’ ideas into positive change.

In the academic year 2017-18 we have: 4 Opened new social spaces in Chelmsford and Cambridge 4 Launched our new café/bar, 92, in Chelmsford 4 Secured access to specialist facilities at weekends 4 Successfully campaigned to install Gender Neutral

Toilets across campus

4 Helped students secure employment directly through

volunteering opportunities

4 Held our first ever LGBT+ History Month 4 Successfully expanded the range of food available

on campus

4 Held monthly De-Stress events 4 Supported more than 700 students with advice

on their academic journey

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ARU Students’ Union President: LAURA DOUDS

Laura is your Students’ Union President. She is the official face of ARU Students’ Union and supports the five Vice Presidents to help represent and support students to make the uni experience the best it can be.

Key manifesto pledges:

“I will encourage and foster pride within our community.

We will actively campaign to close the Black Minority Ethnic attainment gap.

We will keep focusing on mental health, by helping people support their friends, and make progress on improving counselling services.”

@President_ARU Laura Douds l.douds@angliastudent.com

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Vice President of Health, Education, Medicine and Social Care: FRASER LUTHER-YARWOOD

Fraser is Vice President HEMSC. His role is to help students get involved with amazing activities, co-ordinate and provide student representation, and create positive change.

Key manifesto pledges:

“I will work even harder to improve student accommodation opportunities.

I will support societies in building memberships and putting on events.

I will strive to optimise communication between staff and students.�

@VP_FraserL Fraser Luther-Yarwood f.luther-yarwood@angliastudent.com

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Vice President of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences: AMANDA CAMPBELL-WHITE

Amanda is Vice President AHSS. She helps students get involved with our amazing opportunities, listens to and coordinates student feedback, and campaigns for positive changes.

Key manifesto pledges:

“Progression for a permanent bar on Cambridge campus.

I will provide more creative outlets for stress & mental health management.

I will continue to grow and improve accessible social spaces.�

@VP_AmandaC Amanda Campbell-White a.campbell-white@angliastudent.com

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Vice President of Business and Law: MARY COPSEY

Mary is Vice President Business and Law. Her job is to listen to student feedback and use it to create positive change, as well as help students get involved with activities and opportunities.

Key manifesto pledges:

“I pledge to promote Carers Awareness.

I pledge to introduce a free Language Learning program and create more internship opportunities.

I will contribute to raising the profiles of Business based Societies.�

@VP_MaryC Mary Copsey m.copsey@angliastudent.com

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Vice President of Science & Engineering: MATT HAYES

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Matt is Vice President Science & Engineering. His role is to listen to the student voice and use feedback to create positive change. Plus he helps students get involved with all our opportunities and activities.

Key manifesto pledges:

“I will ensure students have overnight and weekend access to key course facilities.

I will meet regularly with Course Representatives to make the changes students want to see.

I will reduce the waiting times for Mental Health Services.�

@VP_MattH Matt Hayes m.hayes@angliastudent.com

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Where we live

Our guide to Cambridge

Come and find us on the ground floor of Peter Taylor House where you’ll find:

Punting on the River This is an absolute Cambridge tradition. You can hire a punt (boat) and a guide to take you along the river and show you the sights or, if you’re feeling daring, you can have a go at doing it yourself (just try not to fall in!). Grab some friends and a picnic and head down to the river.

• A casual study space and a great place to hang out with friends • Bean-bags • Study booths (with plenty of power points) • Bookable meeting spaces • A kettle to make free tea and coffee • A microwave so you can heat up your food

The Students’ Union is the ideal place to come and study in groups, meet up with friends, or simply relax.

The Eagle This pub is where Watson and Crick famously announced their discovery of DNA. You can even take a photo at the very spot they sat in. Local ales and tasty pub grub in a cosy spot, plus a beautiful courtyard, make this a must visit pub.

Mill Road This is a thriving international area full of independent shops selling everything from vintage clothes and books to homemade baklava and fresh watermelon. Coffee shops abound and once a year the whole street is closed to host the Mill Road Christmas Market.

Parkers Piece, Midsummer Common and Jesus Green Cambridge is home to an array of beautiful parks which host some of the city’s biggest annual events, including Strawberry Fair, Cambridge Beer Festival and Bonfire Night fireworks.

Cambridge University Library As an ARU student you can use this library too. This is a copyright library, meaning a copy of pretty much any book ever written can be found here!

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Events and nights out While we understand that your studies are the most important thing, it wouldn’t be university without a little fun! We run and host a HUGE variety of events both on and off campus for you to enjoy. Our on campus venue The Academy is regularly open with live music, karaoke, beer pong and much much more happening every week. If you fancy a big night out, look no further than our SU brands, Mid Week Mash Up and Prop Box. Every week we take over Revolution, the biggest club in town to bring you the BEST in student parties!

Check out our online events calendar, your one-stop-shop to keep up with all our events during Freshers and throughout the year.

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Going out in Cambridge Arrivals Week

Freshers Week

Teaching Week 1

Teaching Week 2

THURS 13/09/2018

MON 17/09/2018

TUE 25/09/2018

TUE 2/10/2018

CHILL OUT TUESDAY | THE ACADEMY

#BESTNIGHTOUT | THE ACADEMY

10pm – 3am

WED 26/09/2018

WED 3/10/2018

TUE 18/09/2018 | 7pm – Late

EARLY BIRDS: THE SPORTS SOCIAL

EARLY BIRDS | THE ACADEMY

KARAOKE | THE ACADEMY

7pm – Late

7pm – Late

WED 19/09/2018

MIDWEEK MASHUP

MWMU | REVS

SUPERHEROES | REVS

10pm – 3am

6pm – Late

WELCOME QUIZ | THE ACADEMY

FRI 14/09/2018 7pm – Late

WELCOME PARTY | THE ACADEMY

SAT 15/09/2018 17pm – 4am

FRESHERS LAUNCH PARTY THE ACADEMY

SUN 16/09/2018 10pm – 3am

BIG OL’ BEACH BASH | BALLARE

PRIZE BINGO | THE ACADEMY

7pm – Late

MAD SCIENTIST UV PARTY | REVS

EARLY BIRDS: THE EXCHANGE THE ACADEMY | 7pm – Late MWMU JURASSIC WORLD | REVS

7pm – 3am

THURS 20/09/2018

FRESHERS ALL NIGHTER | BALLARE

10pm – 6am

THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE: FRESHERS FIESTA | THE ACADEMY | 7pm – Late

FRI 21/09/2018

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7pm – Late

7pm – 3am

THURS 27/09/2018

7pm – Late

THURS 4/10/2018 7pm – Late

THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE OPEN MIC

THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE | THE

7pm – Late

ACADEMY

FRI 28/09/2018

FRI 5/10/2018

PROP BOX | REVS

PROP BOX | REVS

10pm – 3am

10pm – 3am

FRESHERS FAIRGROUND | REVS

10pm – 3am

RAINBOW | THE ACADEMY

7pm – Late

SAT 22/09/2018 | 7pm– 4am FRESHERS BALL | THE ACADEMY

SUN 23/09/2018

MOVIE NIGHT | THE ACADEMY

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7pm – Late

FRESHEN UP: THE FRESHERS FOAM PARTY | BALLARE | 10pm – 3am

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Societies ARU Students’ Union helps support and run more than 100 student led societies. Joining a society is a great way of making friends, exploring your passions and interests, and experiencing something new.

Societies are open to everyone and you can join as many as you like.

Head online to see all of our societies.

“By being involved with the Students’ Union we have been able to develop ourselves and really make the most of our time here. Joining or running a society is one of the easiest ways to get involved and can be the most rewarding.”

Zinnia Thorpe, President of the Wildlife Society 2017-18

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Representation As well as the full-time Officer Team, every year we help you elect a part-time student Course Representative for every year of every course, as well as Campaign Representatives for minority groups.

Course Representative Elections take place in October so, if you think you could represent the voice of students on your course, you should think about standing.

We’re dedicated to improving your everyday student experience and our Representatives play a huge part in making that happen.

Head online to find out more.

“My inspiration is that every student will have a different experience and can come up with suggestions of how to improve the student experience. This is the reason I chose to volunteer my time and be a Course Rep!”

Joana Rodrigues, Third Year Biomedical Science Rep 2017-18

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Volunteering Our Volunteer Centre is here to help you make a difference and develop your skills and confidence. There are hundreds of volunteering opportunities available with our partner organisations and we’re here to help you find one which suits you and support you throughout your volunteering experience.

Whether you’re looking for one-off or long-term opportunities, there’s something for everyone.

Head online to browse all of our opportunities and start volunteering today.

“I have become much more confident in dealing with the public & much more confident in how I can help people during a crisis.”

Ben Morris, Third Year Paramedic Science student

@VolunteerARUSU ARU Students’ Union Volunteer Centre www.angliastudent.com/volunteering Photographer: India Gibson

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Advice We’re here to offer you free, confidential and impartial advice when you need it.

If you have any academic concerns, or just don’t know who to talk to, our Advisors are here to advise, support and represent you.

We’re independent from the university and committed to offering non-judgemental support.

Visit our website to find out more or book an appointment.

“My overall experience of the Students’ Union Advice Team was really excellent from start to finish. I immediately felt calmed and reassured from what was a very, very stressful situation.”

Tom, Postgraduate Student

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Student Brains Required We need people aged 18-30 to take part in our research.

You would be asked to complete computerised experiments or take part in brain scanning studies.

We will pay you £6 or £10 per hour depending on the type of study.

You will receive a picture of your brain if you take part in an fMRI brain scan.

http://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/take-part/ The MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit is one of the world’s leading centres of research looking at the brain’s phenomenal capacities in language, memory, perception, reasoning and creativity.

We also study the effects of brain injuries and mood disorders, looking for new ways to help people regain function.

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SU Awards Every year we celebrate student success by hosting a spectacular awards night to recognise your efforts and achievements – without students, we wouldn’t be the organisation we are today!

The SU Awards are a chance to dress to impress, see your hard-work up in shining lights, and round off your year in style.

“Am absolutely over the moon to share this! I was honoured to have just been nominated for this award - I really didn’t think I would win.

Thank you, @AngliaRuskinSU and everyone at @AngliaRuskin who have made my last three years utterly incredible!”

Lucie Hamilton, Education and Impact Award Chelmsford, winner 2018

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Global Week 2019 Global Week is our annual celebration of cultural diversity at Anglia Ruskin. This week is a chance for our international community to showcase and share cultures, take pride in the community and celebrate diversity.

From food to performances, cultural fashion shows to language lessons, Global Week is an event you’ll definitely want to be part of.

Global Week will take place in March 2019.

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Freshers Checklist Make your bed: If you’ve just moved into a new room, make your bed

before you unpack anything else. It will instantly make your room feel more homely, plus you’ll have a cosy bed to come back to after your first day.

Stick the kettle on: Have a cup of tea with your new friends, housemates, or classmates and use it as a chance to get to know each other.

Get on social media: Find ARU Students’ Union on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Snapchat to keep up with all the latest news.

Download our app: You’ll be able to sign up to societies, buy tickets to events and keep up with all the Union news, all at the touch of a button. Download it at: angliastudent.com/app

Register at the Medical Centre: Freshers Flu is coming – are you prepared?

Call your friends or family: Let your loved ones know how you’re settling in and have a chat to keep homesickness at bay. If you’re struggling with university life, our Advice team can help. Go online to book an appointment or pop into Peter Taylor House.

Check your student email account: The university and the Students’

Union will send you important information and keep you up to date via your student email. Check it regularly to stay in the loop.

Take our Societies Quiz: Wondering which societies you should join? Take our quiz and find out which are best suited to you at angliastudent.com/societies

Give it a Go: Try new activities including trips and taster sessions with

ARU Students’ Union Societies. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people with similar interests, or maybe try something completely new.

Visit our space: Come and hang out in our cosy space on the ground floor of Peter Taylor House. You can also find all the Students’ Union staff here, so pop-in and say ‘hi’.

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