Blog by Róisín Costelloe, Activities and Engagement Student Officer November is recognised globally as the awareness month for ending violence against women and girls. Tuesday 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and marks the start of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based […]
Let’s be real, university life can be expensive. Between tuition fees, rent, food shopping, and socialising, it’s easy to feel like your bank account is constantly under pressure. That’s where student discounts come in! They aren’t just about saving – they’re about financial empowerment! Allowing you to stretch your budget, […]
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 your Union and Belfast this Halloween season: […]
October marks Black History Month, a time to share, celebrate, and deepen our understanding of the impact of Black heritage and culture. This year’s theme, Standing Firm in Power and Pride, celebrates the strength, resilience, and achievements of Black communities. Here in Belfast and at Queen’s, it’s an opportunity to […]
With each start of a new academic year, we say goodbye to thousands of students moving on to new chapters. With their departure, once thriving Clubs and Societies can find themselves a shadow of their former selves: idle, inactive and in danger of disappearing altogether… …but it’s not too late! […]
Your time at uni is more than lectures, study sessions in the McClay and deadlines, it’s an opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. We are here to support you during your time at Queen’s, and give you the tools to set you up for life at University and beyond. […]
You’ve got the acceptance email, and now it’s time for you to begin your educational journey at Queen’s University. You’ll be buzzing with excitement, but its also natural to feel a little anxious about this next step in life. We are here to help you throughout your time at Queen’s, […]
An SU is much, much more than a building (we’re the No.1 SU in the UK after all!), we have to admit ours is pretty great… Have a quick scan through this blog to find out more about everything within your new Students’ Union: Ground Floor On entry to the […]
Belfast Pride is just around the corner! We’ve rounded up the ways you can get involved this July: All Queen’s students and staff are invited to the annual Queen’s Pride Picnic on Wednesday 23 July, from 12 noon to 2pm. Celebrations will include music, entertainment, food trucks, drinks and an […]
As Kieran Minto wraps up his term as Students’ Union President at Queen’s University Belfast, we caught up with him to reflect on a landmark year of wins, challenges, and huge student impact. From blocking tuition fee hikes to launching innovative sustainability projects, Kieran shares what it’s been like leading […]
For the past two years, Jess Hindley has served as Student Welfare Officer, leading on major initiatives to support student wellbeing. Her time in the role has seen meaningful progress. Q: How would you sum up your two years as Welfare Officer? A: Memorable and educational. I’ve learnt so much […]
As she concludes her term as Equality and Diversity Officer at Queen’s Students’ Union, Suyi Yang reflects on a year dedicated to fostering inclusion and celebrating cultural diversity. Q: What inspired the work you focused on this year?A: I’ve been at Queen’s for five years now and, as an international […]