Union Freshers Welcome 2013

Your Students’ Union t: 01786 467166 f: 01786 46 7190 e: theunion@stir.ac.uk w: www.stirlingstudentsunion.com a: The Robbins Centre, The University of Stirling FK9 4LA

Welcome to Your Students’ Union! Everything that we do is aimed at making your time at Stirling amazing and over the next few pages we will give you just a taste of all of the things on offer to make your time at University the best it can be!

The Union has a huge range of activities from sports teams, clubs, societies and events to keep you busy. Getting involved with groups like Hockey, Ultimate Frisbee or our Drama Soc gives you a chance to meet new people! The Union is also a place to come if you need a chat or just want to get your hands on the free condoms!

During Freshers Week you’ll not only have loads of events, clubs nights and freebies to enjoy but you’ll also get to chill out with Starbucks Coffee in Underground and enjoy a full Scottish Breakfast in Studio for those mornings after the night before.

Make sure to check out the Entertainment line-up for the week and get your hands on our exclusive Freshers Pass before they sell out!

So prepare yourself for what’s set to be the best week of your life and remember it’s Your Union so drop in and say ‘Hi’.

Richard, Lucy, Rebecca & Johannes Making Students’ Lives Better

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Your Union Team 2013/14

Freshers Week is the most exciting time of the year and everyone in the Union is hyped to meet you all throughout the week, which this year is set to be the biggest ever!

You’ll get a tonne of free stuff and a load of student offers at our Freebie Fayre and with over 80 clubs, societies and sports teams, there’s always something to do.

Freshers Week is your essential guide to student life in Stirling so here are some must do Freshers Week tips!

Be sure to look out for the F Team, our Freshers volunteers on hand to answer all your questions and dish out the must have Official 2013 lanyard!

Pick up your Official Union Guide, with built in diary for all those important dates, when you get your student card.

Get your hands on your Freshers 2013 welcome bags, rammed with great offers and a few prized freebies.

And lastly join us on the twitter-sphere and like the Facebook page for all the updates.

www.facebook.com/stirlingfreshers2013 www.facebook.com/stirlingstudentsunion @stirlingunion @stirlingunion www.stirlingstudentsunion.com

Freshers Week 2013 is set to be the best week of your life! We’ve got some amazing nights lined up. From the Welcome and Back 2 Skool parties to big name acts, live comedy and the famous Freshers Foam Party, we’ve got it covered! The Union is the only place to party during Freshers Week so make sure you don’t miss out on all the action.

The only way to make sure you are at the party is to grab an F Pass.

Passes are the only guaranteed way to gain entry to all the Freshers events and sell out every year. Keep an eye on the OFFICIAL Facebook group for details confirming acts and F Pass information!

Buy yours online this summer!

Find out the latest by joining us on Facebook

www.facebook.com/stirlingfreshers2013

The Union helps support and develop over 30 different Clubs & Societies ranging from the International Society to Dance@SU. To find out what’s on offer, sign up or maybe even set up your own Club, visit the Clubs & Socs Fayre on Tuesday 10th September 2013 in the Atrium to find out more. Check out the pre-enrolment pages on the portal in advance to sign up for your Clubs & Socs membership.

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The Sports Union has a proud tradition in providing opportunities for participation and competition within the 40 various Sports Union clubs which exist. There is a wide variety of sport available ranging from American Football through to Ultimate Frisbee! To see them in action, find out about membership and sign up for Sports Union membership, visit the famous Sports Union Bazaar in the Sports Centre on Wednesday 11th September 2013. Check out the preenrolment pages on the portal in advance to sign up for your Sports Union membership.

Your Union is not all just about the clubs nights, sports and banter.

It’s also a place for representing your voice and making sure you’re getting the best Uni experience you can! Last year through campaigns and lobbies we not only took student opinion to the decision makers, we also won for students securing a 24hr library, free drinking water fountains across campus and fighting for equal marriage and much, much more!

As a Union, we campaign on the issues which you think matter, from improving cycle paths or opposing nuclear weapons to campaigning from more gender equality or against tuition fees. So you really can have an impact in where our priorities lie and what we do! Just come along and speak to us.

It’s not all lobbies and petitions though, we are also here to provide help and support throughout your time at University whether you’re needing someone to talk to or some advice on your studies.

Another huge part of our work is through our class reps and school officers. These volunteers are students just like you who work to improve your course and deal with any issues which come up. If you’re interested in shaping your studies from the start then why not volunteer to become a Course Rep in your first week. More info on our website www.stirlingstudentsunion.com/creps The campaigns and activities we undertake are only as strong as the students who input into them. So why not get involved on issues which you feel should be fixed and get in touch at theunion@stir.ac.uk

FREESHOP Get your hands on some free stuff!

Wednesday 11th September, Atrium

Available items: Clothes Electricals Books CDs & DVDs Non-perishable foods Household items

Our Energy Ambassador team are trained volunteers who carry out ‘energy checks’ in privately rented student accommodations to lower your utility bills and to save CO2. They will give you valuable advice and show you some tricks on how to insulate your home and generally save energy. Although you may be living in halls this year, if you would like a Home Energy Check next year or are interested in becoming an Energy Ambassador just pop in to the Union office or email: lcuccstirling@gmail.com.

Living in halls? To win tasty goodies such as Ben & Jerry’s ice cream all you need to do is sign up and show that you are reducing your energy usage via our monthly photo competitions. Creativity and innovative ideas will win you prizes. You will also automatically be entered into the inter-hall energy saving competition where the hall who saves the most energy wins a party at the end of semester!

Furthermore, you can become a Green Champion in your hall to help advocate the campaign and be in with a chance of winning even better prizes such as money and vouchers. Like the Stirling Student Switch Off page to keep up to date.

As a Fresher moving into accommodation you will need lots of new things to fill your room and kitchen. This can be expensive but fear not, SURU is here to save the day!

Every semester we collect unwanted reusable items from students who are leaving, store them over the summer and give them all out at the beginning of the new semester FOR FREE to new and returning students. When you are leaving you can bring it all back to us. Saving money and the planet! See the advert on the previous page for Free Shop info.

Contact us via:

Web: www.stirlingstudentsunion.com/environment Email: lcuccstirling@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/lowercarbonuniversitycommunitychallenge Twitter: twitter.com/LCUCC_Stirling

Studio is the No.1 bar and catering outlet on campus tailored specifically for students - we know this because it’s run by students, for students! Whether looking for a quick bite, a coffee, full breakfast or somewhere to enjoy our legendary lunchtime specials, you’ll find something for everyone in Studio. Open 7 days a week, the Union’s bar and catering outlets are a great place to meet friends and hang out.

Why not take advantage of our special Meal Deal options which are available to buy in advance?!

Offering the best value on campus, you’ll never go hungry! For full details visit www.stirlingstudentsunion.com/mealdeal As well as offering the best in food, Studio is your student bar offering the best range for the student pocket on campus! With ice cold pints, locally brewed cider, tasty cocktails and a full range of your favourite shots, you won’t need to go anywhere else!

At night, Studio provides a wide range of entertainment including our famous Pub Quiz, Karaoke and Open Mic Night. With all the big Champions League, EPL and SPL games, Studio is your campus hub for all the best sporting action! See you there in Freshers Week!

Your very own Starbucks Coffee Shop on campus! You’ll find all your favourite Coffees and Frappuccinos as well as a range of paninis, soups, cakes and more.

Underground has a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of comfy seats, booths for groups to meet up and PCs for you to use. Why not grab a coffee and enjoy the free wireless on offer?

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 9pm and Saturday/Sunday 12pm to 5pm, there’s always time to take a break from study and treat yourself!

If you fancy doing your bit for the environment whilst saving money, grab one of our Travel Mugs for only £2.99 (includes a free coffee).

Not only will you help us cut down on cups, we’ll reward you with 25p off each coffee you buy during your time at Uni! Buy yours during Freshers Week!

The famous Stirling Uni hoodie – it’s a right of passage! Visit our on campus shop for all the latest in Stirling University branded clothing, gifts and memorabilia plus a wide range of cards, stationery and that essential network cable you’ll need for your room! If you want to order in advance, visit our Union Shop website at: www.stirlingstudentsunion.com/shop

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