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Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CONNECT

CONNECT: Who are we?

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Learn how to sell your work

Engage & Gain Connections

Learn the intricacies of selling your work, both online and at pop up events

Engage in practicebased experiential workshops with industry and sector leading professionals gaining deeper creative skills and relevant connections

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Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CHECK OUT

Starting university can often mean being in a new city, having a new home and making new friends for many of our students.

Buddy Up will pair you up with another student based on a few of your preferences and introduce you to a potential friend for life!

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CONNECT: Who are we?

Arts SU is your Students’ Union.

The way a trade union represents workers, is how we represent you throughout your studies. Run by students who work for you (with a bit of help from some other lovely people), it’s our job to take care of you during your time at UAL, and to make sure your voice gets heard.

You’re automatically a member of Arts SU as soon as you enrol at UAL. That means we: Support your art career: With opportunities to sell your work, partner with world-leading institutions and more 6 6

Hire students:

Support you:

Represent you:

Paid opportunities throughout the SU, from graphic design to bartending

Free, confidential advice during your time at UAL

You elect your student representatives and we campaign with you to make change happen

Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CONNECT

A timeline of Arts’ Key Events: 1997

2014

2015

2016

2017

2020

2022

Xhibit is founded by then-students of the London Institute, Kit Hammonds and Angela Robinson.

The programme showcases work of students from across UAL, the programme celebrated its 26th anniversary in 2023.

Made in Arts London is founded by then-students Kate Rintoul and Robyn Minogue with the SU. It provides students with a platform to showcase their creativity, continuing to thrive under the SU’s commitment to provide students with professional development opportunities.

The SU publishes research into international student scholarships and UAL commits to providing ten £25k scholarships for international students from lower income countries. And following SU initiatives like Trans Awareness Week to support trans students, UAL agrees to implement gender neutral toilets on all university sites.

UAL implements online unconscious bias training for all staff after continuous pressure from the SU to eliminate hidden bias and discrimination.

Following the SU’s 2016 publication of a Cost of Study Report, the university agrees to a number of demands made as part of the SU’s Cut the Cost of Study campaign, allocating £250k a year for a materials grant and hardship funds.

In response to COVID-19, the Advice team launched Buddy Up, and Sabbatical Officers worked closely with senior UAL staff to ensure decisions made during the pandemic did not unfairly impact students.

Following consultation with our members, we successfully implemented a new Sabbatical Officer and representation structure, introducing new roles that represent our students accurately.

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CAMPAIGN: Your Representatives for 2023/24: arts-su.com/voice/officers/

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Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CAMPAIGN

YOU elect your representatives each year. Such as...

Full-Time Officers

School Representatives

Course Representatives

These elected individuals represent UAL students to improve the student experience for everyone.

NUS (National Union of Students) conference delegates

The Full-Time Officer roles cover key areas of the student experience at UAL. They’re paid and work full-time for you!

This year, your representatives are:

Lexa Barbulescu

Katwamba Mutale

Sophia Nasif

Camberwell, Chelsea & Wimbledon Officer

London College of Fashion Officer

London College of Communication Officer

Hi, I’m Lexa!

Hello!

Hello! I’m Sof!

I moved to London 3 years ago from Bucharest, Romania in order to study Theatre Design at UAL. I fell in love with London’s diversity, history, and lifestyle, and I’m excited to make my first steps here as a working professional!

I am a Fashion Photography student from School of Media and Communication at London College of Fashion.

I came to UAL as I was working with Team England Cheerleading as their photographer. However, when I was studying for my Masters, I found the student experience was really lacking for me, especially compared to the two art schools/universities that I had studied at previously.

So, I campaigned to become an Officer to advocate for the UAL student body, and push UAL to improve as an institution for the sake of the students.

CCWOfficer@su.arts.ac.uk @ccwofficer.artssu

Working with the Students Union since my first year, showed me the importance of the student voice, and the struggles and rewards of actively implementing feedback into UAL structures.

LCFOfficer@su.arts.ac.uk @lcfofficer.artssu

I stood up for the role becuase I want to improve student community as LCF moves to Stratford, supporting students through the cost of living crisis and reducing the Black Home Student attainment gap.

LCCOfficer@su.arts.ac.uk @lcfofficer.artssu

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CAMPAIGN: arts-su.com/voice/officers/

Minna Ellis

Alyshia Jack

Daniela Commey

Central Saint Martins Officer

Student Communities Officer

Union Affairs Officer

Hey I’m Minna!

Hi, I’m Alyshia

I am Daniela,

CSM Fine Art graduate and I’m looking forward to completing a second year in office as your CSM Officer. This past year I’ve worked closely on campaigns tackling the cost of living and cost of study crisis which I will be focusing on again this academic year. I also believe in championing student communities and collaborations at UAL and creating safer and more inclusive learning environments for all. Don’t hesitate to reach out via email!

I recently graduated from Performance: Design and Practice at Central Saint Martins and now work at Arts SU.

During my time at University, I studied Fine Art! I decided to stand for this position because I am passionate about addressing the cost of living crisis and its impact on the student experience. I witnessed firsthand the financial struggles many of us face, which often hinder our ability to fully engage in our studies and enjoy our time at university.

CSMOfficer@su.arts.ac.uk @csmofficer.artssu

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Communityofficer@su.arts.ac.uk @community.artssu

Alongside my studies, I was the President of the African Caribbean Society for 3 years, where I produced many events, campaigns and exhibitions.

During my term I plan to continue upholding UAL to their pledges of decolonisation and antiracism. In addition, to continuing to produce community centred events, with a focus on making them even bigger and better!

Unionaffairs@su.arts.ac.uk @unionaffairs_artssu

By raising our concerns, we can bring about the necessary reforms and initiatives that will alleviate the burden and ensure that you have the freedom to focus on what truly matters— your education, your experience, your passions and personal growth.

Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CAMPAIGN

Every member of the Students’ Union (all UAL students – you are automatically a member when you join UAL) can influence the decisions the organisation and your representatives make on your behalf. You can do this through deciding what campaigns we are running to create positive change, what priorities the organisation lobbies UAL on or pushing for changes specific to your course, school or college.

Why not get involved by:

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Contacting your representative

Email us so we can put you directly in touch with your course rep, school rep, a Full-Time Officer or support staff to help you.

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Voting in our Elections & Referendums

Elections take place in Autumn and Spring where you elect who represents you. You could even stand for a role yourself if you like speaking up on behalf of students.

Outside of these election cycles we may hold referendums for specific issues.

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Attend a SU Student Forum

Every term we hold a forum with students where they meet with representatives to determine key actions the SU should take on issues affecting UAL students.

Submit an idea

Head to our website to submit an idea, which if your fellow peers support, can be made into reality.

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Annual Members Meeting (AMM)

We hold an AMM which is an open meeting accessible to all our members to review our finances, update on key developments and make decisions on the priorities of the SU.

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CAMPAIGN: Academic Representation: arts-su.com/voice

Academic Representation:

Course Rep Community

You could stand to be a course representative and join a community of over 1200 student volunteers across UAL. You would gain access to a range of exclusive benefits such as free social events, personal skills development, tailored training and opportunities to shape the student experience on your course. If you’re interested in becoming a course rep, you should tell us, and your course leader in the first 3 weeks of term.

Course & School Level Representation

Head to our website to submit an idea, which if your fellow peers support, can be made into reality.

arts-su.com/voice/ideas/

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Arts Awards

The Arts’ Awards gives you the opportunity every year to recognise the UAL staff and students who have made all the difference to your experience at UAL. This is your chance to thank your tutors, lecturers, technical staff, support staff and reps for all their hard work and support. This usually takes place in third term.

Student Interns

Each year we recruit several student interns to research into the experiences of underrepresented groups at UAL. This could include aspects affecting their academic experience, but also their wider student experience including housing, community, financial, or anything else. The research topics are set by the interns themselves.

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COMMUNITY: Societies: arts-su.com/communities/groups/societies/

We believe that building community and developing your passions outside of teaching is just as important as what you learn in class. That’s why we have a whole range of activities for you to explore!

And the best bit...they are FREE to join!

Our 65+ societies are a great way of discovering new or existing interests and communities.

Alyshia Jack, African Caribbean Society President 22/23 “Connecting our vibrant community at UAL through online events and workshops, we have been able to create fantastic opportunities and initiatives for students across all campuses. UAL ACS has been a joy and a light during these difficult times.”

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Harrison Tyrer, Men’s Football President 21/22 “I can safely say that Arts FC has made my university experience. From football to the socials, it has been an integral part of forming some of the friendships I will hold onto forever”

SPORTS@SU.ARTS.AC.UK Varsity is the biggest sporting event of the year! It is a one-day celebration of sport where our sports clubs compete against our rivals, Goldsmiths University, to win the Arts Cup. We have been victorious in the last two years in a row, and we hope to claim the trophy again in March 2024!

ARTSACTIVE@SU.ARTS.AC.UK

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CURATE: Our Partners: arts-su.com/opportunities

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Welcome 2023/24: CREATE CHANGE: CURATE

We want to give you the tools for a sustainable creative career.

We are here to provide you with the chance to showcase yourself and your work, access new experiences, collaborate with organisations across London, and help you to develop professionally during your time studying at UAL.

OUR PARTNERS: We work with partners, such as the Affordable Art Fair, Cass Art, Metro Imaging, The Truman Brewery, and Vice.

Through these partnerships, you can...

Apply to a number of opportunities

Showcase your work

Recieve aid

Such as creatively facilitate a workshop, deliver a performance, or curate an installation as part of our events and exhibition programme

Showcase your work in exhibitions in respected professional London galleries

Receive bursaries, materials grants, mentorships and industry advice from our partners

Learn how to sell your work

Engage & Gain Connections

Learn the intricacies of selling your work, both online and at pop up events

Engage in practicebased experiential workshops with industry and sector leading professionals gaining deeper creative skills and relevant connections 21 21

CURATE: Our Opportunities: arts-su.com/opportunities/spaces | madeinarts

Taking advantage of these creative opportunities gives you: A chance to go behind-the-scenes at a diverse range of world-class and emerging creative and cultural organisations

Practical experience of planning and realising your ideas and vision, including project and budget management

Hands on relationship and team building skills, including peer networking, collaboration opportunities and engaging with the general public about your practice

Paid work directly related to your creative practice and expertise

EXHIBITION AND PROJECT SPACES: The Arts SU Exhibition and Project Spaces provide free and open spaces for all current students at UAL to curate exhibitions and host events. These spaces are designed to be a safe and supportive place where you can learn, create and collaborate.

Watch out for our regular open calls to apply with exhibition ideas, events, workshop proposals, performances, research-led projects, screenings and other experimental ideas.

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With a curated collection every year by a panel of industry experts, Made in Arts London introduces fresh, relevant and exclusive UAL talent to the UK’s art and design market.

Represented Your chance to be commercially represented

Events & Exhibitions Take part in events and exhibitions across UAL and with our partners across London

Community Join a vibrant, creative community of artists and designers

Gain feedback

Experience Gain experience selling your work alongside your degree

Knowledge Benefit from a professional development programme designed to enhance your knowledge of how to make a living as a creative

All applications receive constructive feedback from a panel of industry professionals

INFO@MADEINARTSLONDON.COM

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CHAT: Advice Services & Buddy Up: arts-su.com/advice

Arts SU is here to provide free, independent, impartial and confidential advice to any registered student. This covers a range of subjects, such as:

Academic issues

Extenuating circumstances

Appeals

Complaints about UAL

Housing / accommodation

We have lots of online resources for you to help yourself, as well as a team of specialist advisors available for you to speak to.

We can also point you in the right direction for lots of other services too, such as Wellbeing, Mental Health, Disability support, finances and lots more.

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Looking for a new friend at UAL? Or do you think you could be a good buddy for someone who needs a friendly face?

Looking for somewhere to live?

Try our Facebook group: UAL/Arts SU Housing Group Official

Starting university can often mean being in a new city, having a new home and making new friends for many of our students.

Buddy Up will pair you up with another student based on a few of your preferences and introduce you to a potential friend for life!

Just pop your details down on our form and we do the rest, we’ll send you an email introduction and after that, how you communicate with your buddy is up to you!

ARTS-SU.COM/SUPPORT/BUDDY Text, video chat, or meet in person, whatever works for you both! Join other students and stay connected, creative and collaborative during your studies.

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CHAT: Living in London & Studying at UAL 101

LIVING IN LONDON & STUDYING AT UAL 101:

Always remember to take your Student ID when coming to UAL, no tailgating nor sharing of IDs is allowed

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Never leave your stuff unattended, anywhere, including at UAL

Don’t walk on the street or cross the road looking at your phone, as there are many moped/ motorbike robberies at crossings and the sides of the road.

Always watch out for bicycle lanes: don’t obstruct them, don’t walk on them

If you get a bike, get a good padlock and insurance! Bicycles are stolen all the time, everywhere, so make sure you are protected!

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CHECK OUT: Darkroom Bar: arts-su.com/union/venues/bar/

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The income generated from our Bar and Online Shop go back into supporting students by funding services including; Sports Clubs, Student Societies, Creative and Professional Opportunities, Campaigns and Representation, and our Advice Service.

DARKROOM BAR: Location: Ground Floor, LCC

The Bar operates from Monday to Friday from 4pm – 10pm term-time only.

The space has a pool table and is the perfect place for groups to socialise during the evenings throughout the year. Operating times will be subject to change based on demand and other external factors.

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CHECK OUT: College Chic: arts-su.com/shop

RETAIL: Location: Online & UAL Locations Currently consisting entirely of UAL and college branded hoodies and tote bags.

All merchandise available to be purchased at our online shop on the Arts Students’ Union website.

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