St. Patrick’s Day in Belfast is a great opportunity to embrace Irish culture, community and creativity. From parades to pints of Guinness (zeroes included!), the options are endless, so we’ve highlighted some of them here so you can add them to your schedule well in advance. However you celebrate we […]
Vote Week closes with our BIGGEST EVENT- The Results! A massive thank you to the 5,483 students who voted in this year’s SU Elections- it was our second highest voter turnout! A BIG congratulations to our newly elected Student Officers and Reps. We can’t wait to see what amazing things you […]
The SU Awards are back and nominations are now OPEN! If you are thinking of submitting a nomination but you don’t know where to start fear not- we’ve pulled together all the info you need to know about our awards nomination process, shortlisting and awards ceremony! Read on to find […]
It’s that time of year again! The SU Elections are fast approaching, so you’ll be seeing lots of campaign posters, exciting activities, and maybe even a few sweet treats around campus. Beyond the buzz of election weeks’ atmosphere, making your voice heard is one of the easiest ways to shape […]
Whether you’re moving out of home for the first time or just looking for a new rental, house hunting can be super exciting! It’s your chance for independence, make your space your own, and to live with friends. As fun as that all sounds, there are a few important things […]
As we begin a brand-new year, you may have some resolutions which involve trying something new, meeting new people, or pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone. This is the perfect time to level-up your university experience by getting involved in the heartbeat of student life – your Students’ Union! Beyond […]
The 2025 What’s the Big Idea competition celebrates its finalists and winners! We held our Awards Ceremony for our annual What’s The Big Idea? competition on Tuesday 2 December, which celebrated the creativity, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit across Queen’s! The competition, sponsored by Ormeau Business Park and Kainos, gives students the chance […]
Well, what a semester it’s been! From exciting new QSU projects to student-led events, it’s been a busy and impactful start to the year. We’ve been blown away by the incredible contributions of our students, whether it’s getting involved in clubs & societies, mental health activities and volunteering opportunities, or […]
The Christmas lights are twinkling, the shops are stocked with mince pies and pigs in blankets, and festive music is blasting everywhere we go. Belfast has fully embraced the upcoming festive season! Luckily there’s lots of fun (and cost-effective) ways to get into the Christmas spirit, so here’s some of […]
Striking that perfect balance between completing assignments and revising for exams whilst enjoying your time off during the festive period is essential. After a busy semester, you deserve time to recharge your batteries while making the most of the festivities. To help you prepare for your upcoming exams or assessments, […]
Queen’s Students’ Union is based at the centre of campus, and it really is the heart of student life here at Queen’s University. So, it came as no surprise to me that our Union was voted number one by students. Here’s just a few reasons why I believe QSU is […]
Talk Money Week is a national campaign led by the Money and Pensions Service, which encourages open conversations about money. We’re joining in on this year’s theme to start the conversation and help students take control of their finances. Why Talk About Money? Talking about money helps build financial confidence […]