Moving away from home in any case can be a scary but exciting time. Whether it be for personal reasons, career related or for university. We know that the main reason to go to university is to learn, achieve your degree and improve your employability, but it’s important to remember […]
Yearly archives: 2024
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October is upon us, which means it is officially Spooky Season in Belfast! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or prefer a more chilled experience, Belfast has something for everyone during Halloween. Here’s your guide to the best spooky events and activities happening around Belfast this Halloween season: Get crafty at the […]
Black History Month gives the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of Black heritage and culture. This October, there are plenty of ways to mark the month. Here’s a round up of just some of the events that are on in the SU, on campus and across the […]
Hi everyone! My name is Amy Smith and I am your current Postgraduate Education Student Officer in the SU. I studied my undergraduate degree in Drama and English here at Queen’s, and have just started my Masters in Arts Management. I have been frequently involved in clubs and societies such […]
With all the excitement of coming to university, an important factor many students haven’t yet considered or taken the time to plan for is their finances. Hearing the word ‘budget’ can be very ‘meh’ and you may not think this is something you need to worry about, but it’s important […]
You’ve got the acceptance email and now it’s time for you to experience life at Queen’s University. We get it, it’s exciting, it’s new to you but this isn’t the SU’s first rodeo- so we’ve pulled together some need to know tips for you: 1. Get the Lay of the […]
A new year at the SU means new students, new opportunities and a brand new team of Student Officers- also known as SOs! Now you may be asking yourself, “what are Student Officers and why should I care?” To answer this as quickly as possible: Your Student Officers are elected […]
In June 1991, approximately 100 people walked through the streets of Belfast, marking the City’s very first Pride parade. Belfast has come a long way since then. Last year over 75,000 people attended the parade, and organisers hope to break the record again this year. Festivities kick off this Fri […]
Are you here for the Summer and looking for things to do in and around Belfast? We've got you covered!
That’s a wrap on the final semester of 2023/24 at Queen’s Students’ Union. Records were broken, our volunteers and entrepreneurs did us proud, and student democracy created impactful change. Here’s a recap of your time at the SU this semester. What a year! To top it all of the SU […]
On Wednesday 17th April, 12 finalists entered the QUB Dragons’ Den for a chance at winning a share of a £20,000 prize pot. The moment was a culmination of months of hard work by the 12 finalists who have spent many hours refining their pitches ready to meet the Dragons. […]
Getting ready for exams? Here are some tips to help you prepare: Give yourself plenty of time to absorb the information you need for your exams. It might be difficult to make the start, but your future self will thank you for not leaving it till the last minute. […]