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 […]
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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 […]
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: […]
From housing justice and live music to strategic committee work, Sajid Khan’s term as Campaigns and Engagement Officer has been about making Queen’s a more just, more connected place for students. As he wraps up his year, we sat down to talk about the highlights, challenges and advice for future […]
Summer has finally arrived and we want you to make the most of it! We know the weather can be a little unpredictable, so we’ve pulled together a mixture of activities to ensure you have some fun. From outdoor adventures to indoor entertainment, there is something to keep you busy […]
We understand that May can be an extremely busy month with assignments piling up, exam dates approaching fast and not enough hours in the day. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed, especially during such a high-pressure time. But while you’re revising hard and meeting deadlines for assignments, it’s also extremely […]
The QUB Dragons’ Den panel has been blown away by some incredible business ideas this year. After fierce competition, these ambitious entrepreneurs have made it to the final stage, bringing them a step closer to securing a share of the £25,000 prize pot, hot-desking space in the SU CoWork at […]
Our InnovateHer Programme, facilitated by SU Enterprise, wrapped up on February 26th, with 25 women students from Queen’s University graduating from this year’s cohort. InnovateHer is designed to empower women through business teaching them the essential skills needed to start and sustain a new venture. After 14 years, the programme […]
St. Patrick’s Day in Belfast is a great opportunity to embrace Irish culture, community and creativity. From parades to pints, the options are endless, so we’ve highlighted some of them here so you can add them to your schedule well in advance. Whether you’re a local or visiting, we want […]
The shops are now stocked with mince pies, the decorations are up and the festive music is blasting in every building you walk into… 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 […]