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 […]
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Are you here for the Summer and looking for things to do in and around Belfast? We've got you covered!
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 […]
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 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 […]
Festive season has arrived in Belfast, and the city is packed with things to look forward to. The Belfast Christmas Market takes over the grounds of City Hall until 22 December. There are over 100 traders to browse, but you can go without spending a penny and come away feeling […]
A new year the SU means there’s a brand new team of Full-Time Student Officers! Now you may be asking yourself why should I care about this? Well you may have voted for them in our last SU Elections or you this may be brand new to you! Your Student […]
Dear Postgraduate Students, As my term comes to an end, I am signing off as your Postgraduate Officer. I want to take this opportunity to recognize some of our outstanding peers who have gone above and beyond to support our community. Ed, Sarah, Mohit, Madhvi, Pearce, Stephanie, Rahul, Kerry, Jasmine, […]
Here’s a recap of what your Student Officers and the SU have worked on this academic year to represent you and improve your experience at Queen’s. The Pantry, Your free Refill Station opened for students to obtain essential food items in February. To date, The Pantry has seen 6,000 student […]
Student blog by Bea Holland, BA French and Portuguese I moved to Belfast four years ago, having never visited before and I barely even knew it existed. Moving to a new city or even a new country, if you’re like me, is a daunting experience. Here are my top tips, […]
Nominations are now open for our SU Awards! Here’s everything you need to know about them: Academic Rep of the Year (Undergrad & Postgrad!) Best New Club or Society Best Student-Led Activity Charitable Impact Award Most Improved Club or Society Outstanding Contribution to the Community President’s Award Society of the Year […]
Did you know Belfast is a popular filming location? We’ve been on TV, Film and even Music Videos! Belfast LOVES a police drama… but don’t worry we won’t list them all, or we’d be here all day. Starting with an obvious one, but we’d be wrong not to include it! […]