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 […]
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The sun has now made an appearance, the days have gotten longer, and the spring break has officially started! We wanted to make sure you have an enjoyable break over Easter, so we’ve put together a list of fun activities to make the most of the season. Besides all the […]
After a year’s hiatus our SU Awards are back and better than ever! If you are thinking of submitting a nomination but you don’t know where to start fear not- we’ve pulled together all the info you need to know about our awards nomination process, shortlisting and awards ceremony! Read […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our Student Officers are the leaders of Queen’s Students’ Union. They are responsible for representing Queen’s University students. They make sure that your voice is heard by senior members of staff at the Union and the University, and work to empower all students. Nominations are now open until Thurs 30 […]
If you’re still going to be a student next year, and you’re too busy to run for a Full-Time Officer role, we have a range of of part-time, voluntary roles you can put yourself forward for! These roles are a great way to upskill, gain leadership experience and stand out […]
We get it- being a student in Belfast is an expensive experience! With so many fun and tasty things to be indulging in, it can feel like your bank account is constantly crying. But don’t worry- Belfast has student discounts hidden everywhere…if you know where to look. So we’ve rounded […]
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 […]
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 […]