UCLan SU

Ready to blow off some Welcome Week steam? Get down to 53 (just next to our building) to dance the night away!

Please note that 53 is split into two different venues - 53 Club hosts events upstairs, whilst 53 Venue hosts events downstairs. Some events are running at the same time so make sure to check where you're going

Become a Student Trustee! 💡

Do you have ideas on how to make life better for UCLan students?

We want you on the Board of Trustees! As a Student Trustee, you’ll help steer the Students’ Union to ensure we’re always delivering for students.🚀

✨ You’ll bring the student perspective to the table and work alongside experienced professionals, making sure we’re heading in the right direction for future generations.

🔎 Applications are open NOW!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to develop skills, network, and make your mark!

https://www.uclansu.co.uk/get_involved/workwithus/trusteerecruitment/

It's not too late to grab yourself a Freshers Wristband!

This year we’ve teamed up with Preston Freshers to bring you the best week of your university life!

Together we’ll be hosting the only and official freshers events. YOU DONT WANNA MISS THESE

Head to the link below to buy your exclusive Freshers Wristband, giving you entry to

🎤 Taylor Made - A tribute night dedicated to the one and only T Swift

💿 LampWorks Karaoke - the official Abba Disco pre party

🎉Bingo Lingo - crazy games, wild music and of course bingo madness!

🎤 PLUS so many more

Check out the full line up now >>>> www.uclansu.co.uk/welcome/

Our second release tickets are almost sold out!

The Craft & Food Fair is back!

A student hit every time it comes around, shop local and join us as we welcome small businesses and student vendors! From brownies, to plants, to cameras and amazing food, there's definitely something here to treat yourself or some else with!

Monday 23 September
10am - 4pm
53 Degrees Venue

Join us this Sunday as we kick off your Welcome Week. Take a break from unpacking, and bring your new housemates down for some great tunes, free burgers and a chance to check out your Students' Union social space - Lampworks!

Free food and good times- what more could you ask for?!

Welcome Sunday
Sunday 22 September
5pm - 10pm
St Peter's Square (Behind the Students' Union building)

📣 Calling all International students! Join us in Lampworks, our Students' Union social space for an exclusive party just for our international students! 🌏

Whether it's your first time in Preston, or first time in the UK, come down, enjoy some music and make some new friends!

And whilst you're there, why not make plans to come along to our Latin night, Bollynight and K-Pop night 👀

International Students' Social
Saturday 21 September
10pm - 3am
Lampworks

Joining UCLan next week and not sure where to start exploring? We've got just the line-up for you! Come along to our Welcome Week fairs for a slice of University life and find your next home away from home ☺️

👫 Societies Fair (the one to find your community)
Tuesday 24 September
10am - 4pm
53 Degrees Venue

🏅Sport and Activity Fair (the one to keep you moving through uni)
Wednesday 25 September
10am - 4pm
53 Degrees Venue

🛒 Freshers Fair (the one with all the freebies)
Thursday 26 September
10am - 4pm

💊Healthcare Societies Fair (the one for medical & healthcare students)
Wednesday 02 October
5pm - 7pm
Harrington Social Space

Want to meet new people before you get to campus?? 👀👀

Then we've got the app for you! A new and different way to make friends at University is to download the “Umii” app.

Umii is a friend meeting app (kind of like a dating app) that allows you to see and be seen by other verified UCLan students who have also signed up.

Create a profile on the app, with your course, interests and hobbies and then leave it to Umii to find people like you! Umii also includes icebreaker questions as a feature to ease the pressure of reaching out to someone new. Better yet, you can start using the Umii app as soon as you have your UCLan email. Talking through the app before meeting also helps reduce the pressure of meeting and making friends, allowing you to meet at your own pace. The Students’ Union also hosts meet up events to help you meet the people you are talking to - keep an eye on our socials and in the app for details of our first meet up!

Grab yourself a bargain from our huge collection of pots, pans, plates, glasses and more - lovingly donated by staff and students over the summer to be re-homed as students return to campus!

We anticipate the stall to be hugely popular, and it will operate on a first-come-first-served basis so make sure you pop down early!

The Great Donate can be found on the bottom floor of the Students' Union building where the Community Fridge is, and all items will be priced very cheaply between 20p and £5 (with some exceptions), making it a far cheaper option than high street stores and even some charity shops. All money raised will go towards a project in the new year aiming to support students during the Cost of Living Crisis.

We're hoping to take both cash and card - but we'd encourage you to bring both if you can, just in case!

The Great Donate
Thursday 26 September
11am - 4pm

This month were celebrating and raising awareness for East and Southeast Asian Heritage month! ESEA Heritage month runs yearly each September and aims to celebrate, acknowledge and learn about the incredible ways in which East and Southeast Asian communities have helped to shape the UK!

ESEA Heritage Month began in September 2020 amidst the rise of hate crimes against the ESEA community during the Covid pandemic. It was founded by besea.n - a community focused, volunteer-led organisation with a mission to empower, educate and embrace East and South East Asian people - and their allies!

Their vision is one where their communities are seen and supported in all spaces.
This years theme is “Changing Seasons”, aiming to offer a reflection on the cyclical nature of life. Just as the seasons transition, so too do our experiences, cultures, and identities within the ESEA communities and beyond. From the tangible shifts in weather to the evolving cultural zeitgeist, this theme encapsulates the collective journey towards new beginnings and growth.

Here at UCLan, we have a great population of students that have travelled from East and Southeast Asia to study with us, along with a rich body of home students from East and Southeast Asian descent.

We’d love for you to share your heritage stories with us whether you’re part of UCLan or not, let us know in the comments!

Here’s how else you can celebrate and take part:
• Talk about your experiences with East and Southeast Asian culture
• Try East and Southeast Asian dishes
• Lean about the contributions of East and Southeast Asia
• Visit an East and Southeast Asia art and culture exhibition

Meeting new people - the thing we all want to do but simultaneously dread! Luckily that means you’re in the same boat as everybody else, wanting to mingle and meet new people but trying to overcome the nerves first.

Your social life and the people you meet are a huge aspect of your University life and experience. Sounds overwhelming? - We know, but fret not freshers, we’ve got some top tips to help you meet your new group

Have a read through here - www.uclansu.co.uk/news/article/6013/Making-Friends-at-University/

Get ready, because 53 Degrees is bringing you Taylor Swift Tribute by Katy Ellis, along with a live band and dancers for the ULTIMATE Taylor Swift tribute show! 🎶💃

📅 Wednesday 25th September 2024
🕙 10pm - 3am

Prepare for a night of non-stop bangers, sing-alongs, and all the iconic Taylor vibes you can handle! 🎸🎤

🎟️ First 50 tickets are just £5, or get in with your Preston Freshers wristband – link in the comments!

Swifties, it’s time to shake it off! 💥🎉

Preston Freshers by Insta Nights

🎉 Who's excited for the return of Lampworks? 🎉

🔥 To celebrate, we've got an amazing line-up for you this September!

🍔 FREE Burgers
📅 Sunday 22nd Sep | 🕔 5pm - 8pm

🎤 Karaoke – Taylor's Version!
📅 Monday 23rd Sep | 🕗 8pm - 12am

🎯 Darts Freeplay Tournament
📅 Thursday 26th Sep | 🕗 8pm

Come join us for fun, food, and good vibes all week long! 🌟 Find out more at 👉 uclansu.co.uk/welcome

KPOP PARTY launches in Preston! 🔥

A new academic year commences! We welcome all new and returning students and kpop fans to K-Pop Party UK ‘FIRE TOUR’ with DJ EMKAY at UCLan’s iconic music venue: 53 Degrees!

What’s the best way to do so than dancing the night away with the very best and latest KPOP music! Be ready for a crazy night of dancing and clubbing to 100% KPOP, with some of the greatest tunes from all your favourite artists!

- Thursday 26th September
- 10:30pm - 3am
- Venue: 53 Degrees
- Theme: Season Launch Party – Fire Tour

Buy your tickets here or through our website >>> fatso.ma/0gbX

This month were celebrating and raising awareness for East and Southeast Asian Heritage month! ESEA Heritage month runs yearly each September and aims to celebrate, acknowledge and learn about the incredible ways in which East and Southeast Asian communities have helped to shape the UK!

ESEA Heritage Month began in September 2020 amidst the rise of hate crimes against the ESEA community during the Covid pandemic. It was founded by besea.n - a community focused, volunteer-led organisation with a mission to empower, educate and embrace East and South East Asian people - and their allies!

Their vision is one where their communities are seen and supported in all spaces.
This years theme is “Changing Seasons”, aiming to offer a reflection on the cyclical nature of life. Just as the seasons transition, so too do our experiences, cultures, and identities within the ESEA communities and beyond. From the tangible shifts in weather to the evolving cultural zeitgeist, this theme encapsulates the collective journey towards new beginnings and growth.

Here at UCLan, we have a great population of students that have travelled from East and Southeast Asia to study with us, along with a rich body of home students from East and Southeast Asian descent.

We’d love for you to share your heritage stories with us whether you’re part of UCLan or not, let us know in the comments!

Here’s how else you can celebrate and take part:

• Talk about your experiences with East and Southeast Asian culture
• Try East and Southeast Asian dishes
• Lean about the contributions of East and Southeast Asia
• Visit an East and Southeast Asia art and culture exhibition

Bingo Lingo is back for Welcome Week!

Who's ready for an unforgettable night of bingo mixed in with huge party anthems, on stage battles, crowd-pleasing stage performers and interactive hosts with a chance to win a whole host of prizes?! All of you we hope!

You can get guaranteed free entry to Bingo Lingo if you buy a Preston Freshers Wristband through our Welcome Website!

Singular tickets for Bingo Lingo will be available on our website from Monday 2nd September

www.uclansu.co.uk/welcome/

Whether you're a local or international student looking to meet new people and have a good time, there's something for everyone AFTER DARK during Welcome.

Join us at 53 Degrees and Lampworks for:

🎤 TAYLOR MADE
🔢 BINGO LINGO!
🎶 K-POP NIGHT
💃 BOLLYNIGHTS

and so much more!

Check out the full line-up with all the important ticket info, dates and times on our Welcome hub through the link in the comments. 🔗✨

We kept you waiting, and for what??? A week of unforgettable events! 💅🏽

Introducing your Welcome ‘24 line-up 👀🔥. It’s just event after event after event! 😲💨😲💨

You can check out the full line-up with all the important ticket info, dates and times on our Welcome hub through the link in the comments.

Did someone say Welcome Week? 👀👀

You've got the grades, you've accepted your place, you've told literally everybody you know that you're going to Uni! What's next??
Of course it's Welcome Week!!

We've got a line up of unforgettable events heading straight to you, so keep your eyes peeled on our socials for the full line up and head to our dedicated Welcome website for more info!

We can't wait to see you all soon!!

We're on holiday! After a summer of hard work, all of our staff at the SU are taking a well deserved summer break for a week - this means all of our services will be closed too! Including, the Advice Centre, Cafe, Welcome Desk, Live Chat features on the website, our phones and emails.

We'll be back in action on September 2nd, ready to get things going for Welcome Week😀

Bollywood is coming to UCLan SU!

The UK’s Biggest Bollywood Night is back in Preston for our Welcome party, and it’s going to be legendary! Join us to vibe with fellow students, meet new students, create unforgettable memories, all whilst hearing the best bollywood music around!

📅 Saturday 28th September
🕚 10pm - 3am
📍 Venue: 53 Degrees

🎟️ Online Advanced Tickets starting from £5

🚨 PLEASE NOTE: OVER 18s ONLY 🚨

⏰ Last Entry: 12.30am

Buy your tickers here or through our website >>> fatso.ma/0gb5

So what is the Students’ Union you ask? Are they part of the University? Are they a Union? Do I have to pay to join???

To put it simply, we exist to make life better for students. Whether that be by campaigning for change, putting on events or supporting you through your studies, we always put students first and at the heart of our work. From the Course Reps and School Presidents who help shape teaching and learning, or the Advice Centre which supports thousands of students each year, to the Sports Clubs and Societies who provide an opportunity for students to connect and feel part of the student community – your student experience matters to us.

Every student enrolled at UCLan is automatically a member of UCLan Students’ Union, regardless of which campus they’re studying on. There’s no need to sign up and there’s no membership fee!

We work together with students to create a safe, inclusive Union and campus. At the SU, you can grab a bite to eat or drink in our café or social space "Lampworks" , socialise with your mates, come for a study break, join a society or sports cub, come to our hundreds of events, campaign for change and just generally enjoy your student life - basically there’s a lot going on here (that’s why we’re situated in heart of Preston Campus). Keep following us as we post more info about us and your 2024 Welcome Week!

Job Vacancy Alert! 📣

We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic The University of Central Lancashire - UCLan student to help us relaunch Pulse Media!

At its peak, Pulse was a successful student-led media project featuring a website, blog, radio, YouTube channel and newspaper.

✨ Some of what you’ll do:
- Help to relaunch Pulse Media, focusing on podcasts
- Recruit and engage new and existing volunteers
- Assist in the training and development of volunteers

💼 Details:
Part-time, £11.44/hr
8 hours per week, fixed term until December

📅 Deadline to apply: Friday 6 September 9am
🎤 Interviews: Monday 16 September

Apply now with your CV and cover letter at: [email protected].
You can find more details through the link in the comment below

Missed out on the Era’s tour but still looking for that Taylor fix? You don’t need to pay hundreds to shake it off, we’re hosting Taylor Made, a tribute to the one and only!

There's no denying that Taylor mania has taken the world by storm over the past year- and now, it's coming to UCLan Students' Union!

53 Degrees is excited to host Katy Ellis, a self-confessed Swiftie; with an incredible live band and dancers who promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see!

So, grab your friendship bracelets, cowboy boots and red lippy, and get your wristband for entry to Taylor Made and Bingo Lingo over at: [https://www.prestonfreshers.com](https://www.prestonfreshers.com/).

Don’t want to buy a wristband? No problem, individual tickets for Taylor Made will be available on our website from Monday 2nd September

Tickets may be available on the door, but this is sure to be a popular show, so best to make sure you don't miss out!

We're about to welcome new students to our campus, but could you be one of them too? 🤔

You still have time to apply to join this September by calling Clearing now: 01772 830 777

Who’s ready for Welcome week? This year we’ve teamed up with Preston Freshers to bring you the best week of your university life!

Together we’ll be hosting the only and official freshers events. YOU DONT WANNA MISS THESE

Head to the link below to buy your exclusive Freshers Wristband, giving you entry to

🎤 Taylor Made - A tribute night dedicated to the one and only T Swift

💿 LampWorks Karaoke - the official Abba Disco pre party

🎉Bingo Lingo - **crazy games, wild music and of course bingo madness!**

🎤 PLUS so many more

Check out the full line up now >>>>

www.prestonfreshers.com

Don’t miss out on our cheapest early bird offer, they’re almost sold out!

Following the current rioting and civil unrest across the country, we understand that many of our student and staff community feel unsafe travelling. The University and Students' Union are recommending that all students and staff members download the SafeZone app if your phone or personal device allows you to.

SafeZone is a free app and electronic system, giving you extra peace of mind when moving around. It can be used to anonymously flag urgent issues and is available to download now from the Apple or Google Play store. The app can be used nationally and globally.

It is in addition to the usual safety and security the University provides and allows them to send mass text messages to students in an emergency.

The app provides many additional safety benefits, whether you’re working late, walking to your car at night, travelling at home or overseas, or have seen something that makes you feel uncomfortable.

Please follow this link for more information on the app and how to set up an account

www.uclansu.co.uk/news/article/6013/Download-the-SafeZone-App/

A message of support and solidarity from your Students' Union following the recent riots -

The horrific attack in Southport and the acts of violence, islamophobia and racism that we are seeing across the country (and close to our campuses) stand against everything we believe in.

We know this is an incredibly difficult time for students, staff and our wider community. We know that some of our members might be feeling scared and confused. We are here to help.

Please visit the article below for key information and options for seeking support (both University-led and external).

If you experience or witness any hate crime or incident, please consider reporting so you can access support.

We can support you in making a report to the police or an anonymous report - it is completely your choice. Anything you tell us will remain strictly confidential.

You can report by completing the online reporting form or emailing us at [email protected] any time for support or to make a report.

If you want to report incidents externally, without going through the University, please visit one of the links listed in the article or one that you trust

www.uclansu.co.uk/news/article/6013/A-message-of-support-and-solidarity-following-the-recent-riots/

Have you heard? We’re hiring for 2 Communications Assistants (previously our Social Media Assistants)

So do you want to make TikToks for minimum wage?
Do you want to have fun whilst learning new skills and enhancing student life?
Do you want to be the new face of the Students’ Union?
Do you want to create student led content for us?
Do you think you have the ✨vibe✨?

If you answered YES to all of these questions then head to the link in our bio to find out more apply for the role of Communications Assistant!

To apply for the role, please submit a copy of your CV with an accompanying cover letter by 12pm on Thursday 15th August to [email protected]. As this is a creative role, you're welcome to submit your supporting piece in whichever format you prefer, be as creative as you want!

**Application deadline: 12pm Thursday 15th August 2024

**Interviews: Week Commencing 9th September 2024

**Start Date: Mid September 2024