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 […]
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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 […]
The results are in, thank you so much to the 5,929 students voted in this year’s SU Elections- it was a record breaking year of voting! A BIG congratulations to our newly elected Student Officers and Reps. We can’t wait to see what amazing things you will achieve for students […]
Seachtain na Gaeilge (Irish Language Week) is a two-week festival celebrating Irish language and culture. The first Seachtain na Gaeilge was held 122 years ago. Each year since, the festival has started on St. David’s Day on 1 March and ran until St Patrick’s Day on 17 March. The celebrations […]
LGBTQ+ History Month is a celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and non-binary history. The annual celebration recognises the abolition of Section 28, a UK law that deprived generations of LGBTQ+ students the opportunity to see people like them in books, on screens or on stage. This February, there are […]
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 […]
QUB Dragons’ Den is back for 2024, giving students the chance to walk away with everything they need to make their business idea a reality. This year there is a share of a £20,000 prize pot up for grabs for QUB students who can successfully impress the Dragons. We take […]
As we all step into a brand-new year, you may have some resolutions involving trying something new. meeting new people or pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone. Now is the perfect time to amplify your university experience by getting involved with the heartbeat of student life- your Students’ Union. Beyond […]
Did you get yourself down to The Pantry for a pre-Christmas break shop? We have some easy-peasy festive recipes for you, using some of the ingredients available from your free refill station. Spice up your morning porridge with some festive flavour. This recipe utilises cinnamon, raisins and rolled oats from […]