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UWE Students' Union presents UWE Freshers' 2012 - It Starts Here! Settle in with welcomes, support & advice.
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presents the official
2012welcome guide
We believe going to university is much more than just getting a degree – there is an entire lifestyle that comes with being a student, although studying is a big part of it. What you hold in your hand is a guide to making the most of your first few weeks at UWE and beyond. Being a student gives you the opportunity to get involved with a number of different activities, which you can explore in this guide. Our core values are diversity, respect, honesty, trust and ambition. We strive to make our Students’ Union more accessible and inclusive for all, irrespective of your nationality, gender, age or ability.
Every indication suggests that we are witnessing the emergence of a new sense of community here at UWE. As a Students’ Union, we are entering into an exciting time
– plans are currently underway for a multi-
purpose SU building, which is set to begin construction in 2013. The new building will be the centre of students’ attraction here at UWE, and will be based at the heart of Frenchay Campus.
Our job and privilege, as Students’ Union’s elected officers, is to be here for you; the students – to walk alongside you and make sure that your time here at UWE is memorable. No matter what you are studying and on which campus, we represent you all. On behalf of all the students of the University, we welcome you to UWE. You will have the time of your life here, and UWE Students’ Union (UWESU) is here to make sure you gain the best possible experience.
WELCOME
HERE TO MAKE SURE YOU GAIN THE BEST EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE
www.uwesu.orgwww.facebook.com/uwesu
www.twitter.com/uwesu
TO UWE STUDENTS’ UNION
JOIN US<picture- sabbs x 5>Join us online and buy a UWESU membership card at... www.uwesu.org/joinusFor exclusive online access to over 100 Sports, Societies and Networks, Part-time jobs, Email Newsletters and Special Offers and other UWESU member only services.UWESU Membership Card only £4 for local and national student discounts.“It saved me loads” Matt Ribbins (thumbnail photo)2nd year Computing Student
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Join Us Online (see below)
Buy a Membership Card (see below)
Join a Sport, Society or Network
Go Out: Buy Tickets
Join Us at Freshers’ Fair
Join In with Social Media
Settle In with a Freshers’ Newspaper (on shelves during Freshers’ Week)
YOUR ESSENTIALFRESHERS’ 2012CHECKLIST
UWESU offers a diverse range of sports and activities for you to take time out from your studies and meet people with similar interests. Check out these opportunities.
UWESU’s events are the hub of social life at UWE. Find details of freshers’ events on your campus and around the city centre.
UWESU provides a range of advice & support services, helping you to settle into life at university.
[email protected]/louise.gouxwirth
www.twitter.com/louise_g
[email protected]/NinaGizzie
www.twitter.com/ninagizzie
[email protected]/uwesuannie.turner
www.twitter.com/vpannabelle
[email protected]/ollyreid7www.twitter.com/vpeducation
Rich Bursey & Hollie GloverGlenside Campus Officers
Umer SheikhFrenchay Campus Officer
Emmanuel Okon, President and Chair of the UWESU ExecutiveMy role is to ensure that there is regular engagement with
students and that your views, issues and opinions are represented to the University. Please feel free to drop by
anytime, or if you see me walking around campus, stop me to say hi and tell me how things are going! I’m always keen to find out what your views are and what you want changed or improved. So feel free to visit me in the Frenchay Students’
Union, 4th Floor F-Block or call on 0117 32 82512.
WE ARE YOUR ELECTED EXECUTIVE TEAMWe’re democratically elected to work for you through UWESU’s annual election process, representing you on a wide range of issues. We’re here to respond to your feedback about your experience at UWE, campaign for you on current issues, and lobby UWE to bring about positive change. Read about how to join in with us through representation, sports, societies, networks and media over the coming pages.
COMMUNITY & WELFARE
EDUCATION
Louise Goux-Wirth, VP Community & Welfare,
assisted by: Victoria Wallace, Community & Welfare Officer
You can get involved with campaigns on equality, welfare and community,
and be a part of shaping your Students’ Union. Turn your passion
into making a difference to your UWE student community.
Olly Reid, VP Education,assisted by: Oliver Kirby,
Education OfficerWe’re here to represent you on all things academic. I work closely
with student reps to ensure your voice is heard and I strive to
ensure that the quality of your education continues
to improve.
UWESU PRESIDENT
[email protected]/emmanuelle.okonwww.twitter.com/uwesu_president
Stay in touch with us
during freshers and beyond in person or via
email, facebook, twitter or our latest blog posts on
www.uwesu.org/presidents
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[email protected]/NinaGizzie
www.twitter.com/ninagizzie
[email protected]/uwesuannie.turner
www.twitter.com/vpannabelle
Rich Bursey & Hollie GloverGlenside Campus Officers
Umer SheikhFrenchay Campus Officer
Catherine Mukoyi Hartpury Campus Officer
Daisy Cochran & Terri HammondSt Matt’s Campus Officers
SPORTS
SOCIETIES & COMMUNICATION
CAMPUS OFFICERS
Nina Gizzie, VP Sports, assisted by: Miki Parr, Sports Officer
We are here to work with all students and sports clubs to
aid and represent you especially on any sporting matters, making
sure you are getting the best experience and support you
can in your chosen extracurricular activities!
Each campus has an elected officer. We are currently looking for students to represent Bower
Ashton and Gloucester. See overleaf for details on how to
join the executive team.
Meet the team at:www.uwesu.org/presidents
Annie Turner, VP Societies & Communication, assisted by: Lydia
Dismore, Community & Welfare OfficerIt’s our jobs to organise all of the societies here at UWE; managing
their budgets and providing as much support as we can throughout the
year. Societies are a great way to make friends, gain invaluable experiences
and ultimately make the most out of your student experience.
YOUR FRESHERS EVENT GUIDE
SATURDAY 15th - SATURDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER 2012
FRENCHAY CAMPUS at the Exhibition and Conference Centre
Registration Sessions Saturday 15th Sept. 11am-6pm
Welcome TalksFrom the Vice-Chancellor, UWESU Executive and Student Accommodation Staff.
Sunday 16th Sept.
ALSO ON...If you fancy a quiet alternative to the main evening events that UWE Students’ Union put on (pg 22-23) then how about:
Chill Evenings in the Octagon Monday 17th - Friday 21th Sept. 6-8pm
Film Nights in Scene-it Tuesday 18th - Friday 21th Sept. 7-9pm
It’s that time of year again where Freshers’ Week is on everyone’s lips. And rightly so too! It’s a pivotal time in a student’s life where they begin to test out new ground, whilst meeting an array of new-found friends – university is an exhilarating adventure, and it’s just about to begin for all of you. Whilst Freshers’ Week is synonymous with partying it’s essentially about you settling in. UWE Students’ Union & UWE host a week of informative events, fun-filled activities and entertainment that’ll be sure to blow your mind!
On hand will also be the Freshers’ Reps and Angels – a group of students who are responsible for making sure you’re having a bloomin’ good time! They are also your Freshers’ fountain of information for the week, so fire away if you have a burning question to ask – you’ll be sure to not miss them in their bright pink t-shirts.
FRESHERS’ FAIRUWESU proudly plays host to the UK’s largest annual Freshers’ Fair on Friday 21st September 2012. Packed with around 200 stalls, there promises to be something for everyone!
full details at: www.uwe.ac.uk/newstudents
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSWe understand that going to university can be a particularly daunting experience when combined with moving abroad. Therefore, extra support is offered to international students allowing them to settle in comfortably at UWE. The Octagon will become the ‘Welcome Lounge’ for international students from Monday 10th September through to the end of September (including the weekends). There will also be an International Students’ Fair in Red Bar on Saturday 15th and International Student Orientation in 2D67 on Saturday 15th and Friday 21st September 2012.
GLENSIDE CAMPUSRegistration Sessions and Welcome Talks
Throughout Welcome Weekend there will be plenty of opportunity to get involved in the fun at Glenside Students’ Union. Staff will be on hand to welcome you; don’t miss out on all the fun of the fair with candy floss, ice-creams, balloon modelling, face painting and much, much more. Saturday 15th Sept. 10am-4pm Sunday 16th Sept. 11am-3pm
BOWER ASHTON CAMPUSRegistration Sessions and the Bower Bazaar
With stalls, hog roast, entertainment and fun. Monday 17th Sept. 10am-4pm
ALSO ON...Lost & Found
Freshers’ Angels in the bar offering free tea and biscuits and advice on all things Bower Ashton.Tuesday 18th Sept. 10am-3pm.
HARTPURY CAMPUSHartpury Freshers’ Fair
Featuring: clubs & societies, some useful services and local businesses to welcome you to Hartpury as well as the chance to buy UWESU membership cards and hoodies.Thursday 14th Sept. the Modern Pentathlon Centre next to Legends bar, opens at 11am.
SETTLING INFRESHERS’ WEEK EVENT GUIDE
full details at: www.uwe.ac.uk/newstudents
UWESU Student LettingsMake Us Your First Stop For Finding Next Year’s Home
Register Online At:
www.uwesu.org/studentlettings
Call The Team on 0117 32 86600Or Visit Us On Red Bar Patio, Frenchay Campus
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TO UWE FROM NUS
What is the NUS?The National Union of Students (NUS) is an organisation that represents students nationwide. The NUS gives students a channel to voice their opinion and encourages them to campaign against issues affecting them, as well as providing discount cards (see left) and advice on student living. UWESU is an affiliated member of the NUS, as well as hundreds of other universities up and down the country.
www.nus.org.uk www.twitter.com/nusukwww.twitter.com/NUS_Liamwww.facebook.com/nationalunionofstudents
LIAM BURNS, NUS PRESIDENT
Congratulations... it takes a lot to get where you are today!
You are now part of a very powerful campaigning organisation – a team
of over seven million students – and I’m excited about working with you to win a better deal for students over the coming year.
It’s been a busy last 12 months. Although the government cuts and radical reform agendas across our universities and colleges continue to pose serious problems, we’ve also won a great deal – from achieving a commitment from universities to abolish ‘hidden course costs’ to dramatically lowering the fees for students who want to study abroad.
This year is going to be even more of a challenge – you’ll be the first
generation with a £9000 a year price tag hanging above your degree.
The continuous attacks on students and young people have been colossal, and we need to act. That’s why we’ll be running a national demonstration this autumn, as we build towards the next general election. I really hope you’ll join us then – look out for more information.
As well as funding, we’ll also
be fighting your corner when it comes to issues regarding accommodation, contact time, the environment, employability and so much more. They are all on the agenda, as we work to help make your student life better.
You have a fantastic Students’ Union at UWE and all of us here at NUS can’t wait to work with you all to change students’ lives. Keep up to date with what we’re up to through our website, Facebook page and Twitter links above.
YOU’RE GOING TO HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE
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Looking for a part-time job, while studying at UWE?
Jobshop is the answerRegister online at www.uwesu.org/jobshop
to receive the free weekly email of all vacancies both with employers in the Bristol area and on campus. You can also register in the Jobshop at Frenchay (see overleaf ) or at your local Students’ Union campus office, where vacancies are also on display. We’re
here to help.
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The UWE Students’ Union Advice Service gives help and support to all UWE students about a wide range of different issues.
ADVICEA CENTRE FOR SUPPORT
www.uwesu.org/[email protected] 3282676
If we can’t help, we will try our very best to find you someone who can.
We give friendly, non-judgemental and confidential advice. It’s a totally free service too.
Also, because the Students’ Union is independent from UWE, our advice is independent and unbiased, and nothing you tell us will appear on your UWE file.
So whether you are worried about something, or just have a quick query, contact us and we’ll do our best to help.
Come and ask us your questions about:Housing: including contracts, private landlords, UWE accommodation issues.
Assessment or course issues: including changing course, appeals, complaints, assessment offences.
Money: including funding, debts.
Employment: including your rights and responsibilities.
Going to University can be a nerve-racking time, so we’re here to help you settle in at UWE this September
You can drop in, make an appointment or contact an adviser by phone or email.
You can find us at:Frenchay: 2F Patio, outside Red Bar, Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm
Bower Ashton: SU Office, Tuesdays 10am to 4 pm (term time only)
Glenside: SU Office, Mondays 9.30am to 3.30pm (term time only)
FRENCHAYEVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE
F Block
Main Entrance & Bus Stops
UWE Reception & Full of Beans
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& BARS UWESU bars are located at each site providing you with great value food and drink, whether you need a pre-lecture breakfast or a cold beer to wind down after a hard day’s study. The SU bar is a great meeting point for any studious or social occasion and hosts a variety of events, from club nights with great value offers to a casual quiz with great prizes. Keep your eye out for advertising for the next great night at your SU. The SU venues are run for you, and every penny of profit goes back into services to help you get the most out of your time at UWE, so if you have an idea for an event or would like to use the venues for any purpose, then get in touch!
FRENCHAY STUDENTS’ UNION, SIDE
FRENCHAY STUDENTS’ UNION, SIDE
www.uwesu.org/[email protected]
www.facebook.com/EventsAtUWE
Sports and SocietiesDepartment
RedBar
UWESU Shop
Community and Representation Office
Support Services (Advice, Lettings, Jobshop)
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All of UWESU’s Frenchay services are located in F Block – the current heart of Frenchay Campus – close to the bus stops, lecture halls and the
Student Village.
Buses go to Frenchay from all campuses and the City Centre (see overleaf ). From the bus stops simply follow one of the paths up the grassy hill and you will come out at F Block.
F Block
Main Entrance & Bus Stops
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UWESU NURSERYThe Students’ Union runs a 62 place nursery on Frenchay Campus. Children can attend the nursery on a full or part-time basis. The nursery offers priority to students and staff at UWE. Its aim is to provide a warm, caring environment that will offer a variety of learning opportunities for babies and young children. For details of staff, opening times, fees, policies and other information please look on the UWESU website or contact Alex Morfaki-Williams, the Nursery Manager.
FRENCHAY STUDENTS’ UNION, SIDE
www.uwesu.org/[email protected]
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WesternEye OfficeUWESU Reception
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UWESU Reception is for your enquiries about sports, societies, networks and speaking to one of the executive team. We also offer photocopying and binding services as well as selling membership cards.
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CAMPUSESFINDING YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION
UWE encompasses five different campuses, each specialising in specific subjects and spreading as far as South Gloucester. The respective campuses provide a warm and friendly atmosphere that boasts an array of social events, which occur throughout
the year.
BOWER ASHTONCampus Officer needed (see page 6)
Bower Ashton is home to the School of Creative Arts and is an eclectic and colourful
community of more than 1600 students and a close network of staff. It is situated on the edge of the beautiful parkland of Ashton Court.
Estate and is close to Bristol’s City Centre. The Students’ Union at Bower Ashton provides a bar, a shop and the office allows you to access all the Students’ Union services including the Advice Centre, JobShop, sports clubs and societies.
www.twitter.com/UWESUBowerFacebook: Bower-Ashton-UWE
The Bristol campuses are linked together and with the city, by ‘U-Link’ buses (the blue lines). For full details visit: wessexred.co.uk
You’ll quickly get to know your campus and to help there are maps online or around campus. Also, watch out for our Freshers’ Angels to help you on your way.
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FRENCHAYFrenchay Campus
Officer: Umer SheikhFrenchay is the biggest UWE campus, so hosts major events like The Allstars Party and the Freshers’ Fair. Lots of
student accommodation is based at Frenchay and it has therefore become the hub of activity. A full map showing where to find the huge range of services UWESU has to offer at Frenchay is shown on the previous page.
GLENSIDEGlenside Campus
Officers: Rich Bursey & Hollie Glover
Glenside is well known for its sense of community and friendship, with an active student Campus Committee and their Glenside Angels, who play a vital part in putting on an unforgettable
Welcome Weekend and Freshers’ Week.
You will find the Glenside bar the friendliest one around; with regular events from quizzes to live bands, as well as great food. The UWESU Office at Glenside is for your personal, academic and welfare needs, which also deals with all the clinical uniforms.
HARTPURYHartpury Campus Officer:
Catherine Mukoyi
The UWESU office at Hartpury is on the first floor of the Modern Pentathlon Centre. It has an independent advice service, plus access to all the other SU services such as the Jobshop. Legends Bar is the event venue.
GLOUCESTERGloucester campus is home to nursing and widwifery and UWESU is here to help you with independent advice including help with uniforms. Want to be more involved? Then why not consider either being a Student Rep or running for Campus Officer.
ST MATT’SSt. Matt’s Campus
Officers: Daisy Cochran & Terri Hammond
With its traditional English sunken lawn surrounded by fantastic 19th Century buildings, St Matthias is the ‘Harry Potter ‘campus. Small yet perfect, it’s in close proximity to Glenside and
Frenchay campuses, as well as the City Centre.
The grass pitches make St Matt’s home turf for UWESU sports clubs, but there are also the drama ‘lovies’, philosophers and politicians. Whether it’s live-music, an open-mic night, an existential debate or just a quiet pint – the newly-refurbished bar makes for a vibrant placeto hang-out day or night!
Facebook: St Matts – [email protected]
Facebook: Glenside – UWEwww.twitter.com/glensideuwesu
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Whether you’re after a quick snack in-between lectures or a full-blown lunch (the Ginsters meal deal never fails to fill a gap!), the UWESU Shop has a wide variety of delicious foodie delights and drinks that’ll keep you going throughout the day. As well as edible treats, the shop also sells clothes (limited edition hoodies can be brought online today – ideal for staying warm over the winter!), stationery, household goods and other student essentials. There is also a huge discount on newspapers – you can purchase the Guardian for 50p and The Times for only 40p! All money that is spent in the shop, as well as the bar, goes directly back into UWESU’s sports, societies, networks and services.
UWESU SHOPS EVERYTHING YOU NEED
COFFEE ON-THE-GO?Located in the heart of Frenchay and known for
its affordable Fairtrade hot drinks, UWE & UWESU’s
Full of Beans Coffe Cart is the ideal place to pick up a
coffee on-the-go.
Settle in at UWE with your local UWESU Shop at Frenchay, St Matt’s, Glenside & Bower Ashton
30P OFF PETERS XL SAUSAGE ROLL OR XL PORK & PICKLE ROLL
Valid from 10th-21st September
20P OFF FUNSIZED FILLED DOUGHNUTS
WITH THIS VOUCHERValid from 10th-21st September
HOT DRINK & i NEWSPAPER FOR £1A saving of 30p with this voucher
Hot Drinks normal price
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BUY 2 HOODIES FOR £45*
In store Valid 10th- 30th September
*Premium Range not included in offer
50P OFF A HOT DOGFROM FRENCHAY SU SHOP
Valid during September 2012
FREE PACKET OF SWEETS WHEN YOU PRESENT THIS
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Between 14th-21st September 2012
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COMING SOONTHE FUN DOESN’T END AFTER
FRESHERS’ WEEK
Like what you have seen?<picture- sabbs x 5>Then Join us online and buy a UWESU membership card at... www.uwesu.org/joinusFor exclusive online access to over 100 Sports, Societies and Networks, Part-time jobs, Email Newsletters and Special Offers and other UWESU member only services.UWESU Membership Card only £4 for local and national student discounts.See You in September!
JOIN INBlack History Month: OctoberMental Health Awareness: OctoberLesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Month: November
National Demo Debate: 25th OctoberNUS National Demonstration: 21st November 2012
Elections Season: January-March. Shape your Students’ Union by standing (January) or voting (March) in the annual elections.
RAG Week: Always an entertaining week of fundraising! Join in and raise money for a good cause.
Varsity Season: Throughout spring, UWE take on the University of Bristol in over 20 sports; a perfect opportunity to embrace the rivalry!
GO OUTLast Orders: 7th December, 5th April and 24th May. At the end of each term the bars reduce all their drinks, making it a perfect opportunity to socialise and reflect on the term.
Awards Season: Whatever your involvement in UWESU, the awards nights are a great way to celebrate the year’s successes.
Beer Festival: 3rd May 2013. Enjoy a beer or two at the annual Beer Festival – it’s one of UWE’s biggest events with live entertainment.
UWE Summer Ball 2013: Celebrate the end of the academic year in style at the UWE Summer Ball.
Keep up to date at: www.uwesu.org/whatson
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Your Students’ Union is here to enhance your
student experience – from offering you fantastic advice and support, to boasting
a wide range of activities and sports for you to become
involved in. We are currently in the process of developing a new Students’ Union building, which will be readily available for you to utilise
in 2014. The Students’ Union is currently squeezed into a 1970s block on Frenchay campus, which is far from ideal. The new SU building will be situated at the – soon-to-be – heart of the campus. It’s set to provide a much larger space for you to meet and engage with Union staff and
presidents and to take advantage of the improved facilities such as a large bar, convenience store and multi-functional hall. The building will provide plenty of space for you to unwind, as well as socialise...
LET’S BUILD A NEW UWESU
www.uwesu.org/letsbuild www.facebook.com/newUWESUbuilding
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