Bristol SU Welcome Guide 2019

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Welcome to

Bristol!

You’re now a member of Bristol SU – representing your student voice, giving you access to our venues, the ability to join 400 clubs, societies and projects, and access to other support.

Bristol SU is an organisation for all students, led by elected student reps working together to get the best for your time here. We’re independent,

but work closely with the University. We work for the best student life and you can see some of what we’ve done for students at bristolsu.org.uk/impact We’re always open to new ideas and want to make sure you have the best student experience amongst the street art and hot air balloons of Bristol. @bristol_su

societies We help students to run over 400 societies, sports clubs, groups and projects.

Whether it's sports like football, rugby or running, or something more unusual, Bristol SU has a huge range of options. Our societies cover everything from board games to cheese, from salsa to PokĂŠmon. Bristol is home to the best society in the UK Chaos (Physics) won best society at the National Society Awards 2019.

Our Balloon Accreditation Scheme helps to recognise the groups who embody our SU values. You can see this year’s Gold Balloon Accredited groups on the next page.

You can view all 400 of our societies and sports clubs and join them online at bristolsu.org.uk/groups

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A Cappella American Football Archery Badminton Bangla Society BioSoc Bollywood Dance Bristol Improv BUMS (Bristol Uni Music Soc) Canoe Chaos (Physics) CivSoc Cricket Dance Society Football Women’s

Hindu Society Hockey - Men’s Korfball Krav Maga Lacrosse - Men’s and Mixed Lifesaving Club Pole Fitness RAG (Raising and Giving) Revunions Rugby - Women’s Salsa Snowsports STA Swimming and Water Polo Synchronised Swimming

Tennis The 93 Percent Club Trampoline and Gymnastics UBMC (Climbing) Ultimate Frisbee Women in Finance

You’ll meet all of our student groups at the Welcome Fair on Friday 27 September.

sport Whether you want to compete or just get off the sofa, there’s lots of ways to get active at Bristol. #WeAreBristol There are over 60 studentled sports clubs at Bristol SU, as well as many lowcost classes which are part of the #WeAreBristol community. Find out more at bristolsu.org.uk or at the Welcome Fair.

BUCS University of Bristol sports clubs are consistent top ten finishers in British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) league. Last year 100 Bristol teams competed in the BUCS programme.

Intramural Sport Fun, social, semicompetitive sport and games. Intramural is about getting together with your mates and staying active as part of a community.

You can sign up in your hall, with a society or with friends. bristolsu.org.uk/intramural B:Active Super cheap activities which are open to all levels and attendance can be a one off or all year round. bristol.ac.uk/sport/ activities

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Wellbeing Coming to University can be a stressful experience. If you experience a dip in your wellbeing, there are different ways to help you care for yourself whilst you’re studying.

Bristol SU Living Room Your academic experience at university is about more than your course. The Bristol SU Living Room aims to combat isolation and help your wellbeing by giving you a space away from your studies to relax and unwind.

Student Groups Student groups are a great way to meet new people and build a network of supportive friends at university.

Other useful contacts: Student Support student-support@bristol.ac.uk 0117 456 9860 Big White Wall bigwhitewall.com Nightline 0117 9266 266 8pm-8am term time Find out more about all of the wellbeing services available to you at bristol.ac.uk/students/wellbeing

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George Bemrose george.bemrose@bristol.ac.uk bristolsu.org.uk/george

Julius Ogayo julius.ogayo@bristol.ac.uk bristolsu.org.uk/julius

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Jason Palmer jason.palmer@bristol.ac.uk bristolsu.org.uk/jason

Chris Brasnett christopher.brasnett@bristol.ac.uk bristolsu.org.uk/chris

Undergraduate Education Hillary Gyebi-Ababio hillary.gyebi-ababio@bristol.ac.uk bristolsu.org.uk/hillary

Meet your officers during welcome week and find out what their priorities for the year are at: bristolsu.org.uk/officers

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We ar e a democr Representing your academic interests This means that you elect the people who lead the SU and represent you.

Elections for different roles are held in March and October each year.

You have reps for your course, your halls, your societies and sports clubs, as well as reps making sure that all identities are represented. You can see what our reps have done for students at bristolsu.org.uk/impact

If you want to change something, you can: • Speak to a relevant student rep - a course or faculty rep, JCR member, Chair of Network or Full-Time Officer • Join a relevant Network and come to a meeting to see if other students will work with you • Run to be a rep yourself - we’ll train and support you to get stuff changed

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a acy You have different reps for different things: Your Academic Reps represent your academic interests to the University.

These include Course Reps, that represent your views to make sure your course is the best it can be, and Faculty Reps, that represent students across your whole faculty and attend University decisionmaking meetings.

JCR Reps work on your living costs, your social life and your safety while you’re living in halls.

Some of the recent things your reps have done include: • Getting the university to declare a climate emergency • Securing access to exam scripts for all students • Getting microwaves for students to heat food on campus

Networ ks Join the conversation Bristol SU networks are representative groups of students united by common interests or identities. They lead campaigns, run forums and hold regular social and awareness events.

Networks are a platform for students to build empowered communities and create change together. These campaigns range from promoting being a Trans ally, to hosting Sustainability Month and Global Carnival.

supported by our Full Time Officers and the Chair of Student Council to run democratically and work on policy.

Membership to Networks is free and open just like membership to the Union.

You can join on our website bristolsu.org.uk/networks.

You can also head along to a Network Mingle in Welcome Week to meet like-minded people in a relaxed environment.

The 16 Bristol SU Networks are each led by an elected chair who is a current student, and

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Open to All Networks These are open to everyone.

Liberation and Identity Networks These are open to those who identify into the group.

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Venues The Richmond Building is the home of Bristol SU and a social hub for students. The building includes a bar, gig venue, two theatres, music rooms, and activity and study spaces.

The Balloon Bar is a buzzing social space which hosts regular events, sports and TV screenings and student group takeovers. The bar offers great value food and drink - make sure you try one of our famous breakfasts! Find out what’s happening in the Balloon Bar on Facebook or Instagram.

The Bristol SU Living Room is a space at the heart of campus (4th Floor Senate House) to relax, unwind and meet new people. There is a weekly programme of student-led events. Look out for Living Rooms in your residences - coming soon! Find out more at bristolsu.org.uk/ bristolsulivingroom

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The Anson Rooms has been a proudly independent venue for the past 50 years. It has played host to an impressive list of acts including David Bowie, Radiohead and Ed Sheeran, making the Anson Rooms a household name in Bristol’s buzzing music scene.

Today the venue spans the Anson Rooms, Winston Theatre and Pegg

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Theatre, offering a diverse programme packed full of everything from comedy to drag shows, headline gigs and talks. All shows at the Anson Rooms offer student-priced tickets, so make sure you keep your eyes peeled for these - and some very special offers on our website bristolsu.org.uk/ ansonrooms

useful ser vice s Bristol SU offers more than just a good social life. We host a range of essential services to help you get to grips with the practical side of university life. We’ve got you covered.

just ask Just Ask provides independent advice and support on some academic issues and procedures.

If you’re looking for guidance with processes like academic appeals, extenuating circumstances or changing course, then Just Ask is the place to come.

Just Ask also offers support to students facing sanctions or involved in disciplinary action. bristolsu.org.uk/advice

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Bristol SU Lettings Bristol SU Lettings have the highest student satisfaction rating in Bristol for privately rented student accommodation. Our experienced team offer a wide range of properties and will help you find your perfect student home without any charge. bristolsulettings.co.uk

the basket The Basket is your student union shop, a place to gear up with university merchandise, a personalised printing service and purchase cheap bus tickets to London with National Express. bristolsushop.com

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