Hallam Students’ Union

🛍️ Since its launch in October 2023, our Cost of Living Shop has made a significant impact in supporting students who may be struggling to make ends meet.

With the help of our amazing volunteers, we have saved over 900kg of food from landfill and saved students over £3,200 on food costs!

We can't wait to reopen the shop in October and you can find out more below 👇

Cost of Living Shop: A year of impact and a well-deserved break Our Cost of Living Shop will be temporarily closing its doors from Monday 26 August and will reopen just after Welcome on Monday 7 October.

✌️ Welcome to all international students arriving in our city this week!

We can’t wait to meet you at International Orientation on the 12th & 13th and at our International Student Social at The HUBS on the 20th!

Hallam SU 🤝 People & Planet

HSU are backing the Fossil Free Careers campaign which urges universities across the UK to end oil, gas, and mining recruitment by adopting an ethical careers policy

We're calling on the University to follow suit and have set up a petition which you can sign by clicking the link 👇
https://peopleandplanet.org/petitions/fossil-free-careers/fossil-free-careers-sheffield-hallam

🪩 Want to experience the best nightlife our city has to offer over Welcome? Then you need a Hallam Freshers’ AAA pass!

The pass guarantees your entry to 14 unmissable parties and includes a free Freshers t-shirt!

Hit the link in our bio to get yours!

🙌 Our volunteers are on the BBC!

We couldn't be prouder of the incredible dedication shown by over 1,500 of our students, who have collectively contributed around 74,000 hours of volunteering in the past year!

Read the full article 👇

Students donate more than 70,000 hours to community schemes Hallam Students' Union say 80 charities in Sheffield have benefited from the volunteering scheme.

💡Are you starting university this September?

Here are some practical tips and ideas to help you transform your new space into something comfortable, personal, and uniquely yours.

What tips are you taking into first year?

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Enjoy weekly events, modern social spaces and more!

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Want to make a difference to your community? We've got a number of exciting volunteering roles which let you gain experience and grow your confidence along the way!

Welcome Volunteer at Sheffield Cathedral 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/opportunity/960/

Cemetery History Tour Support Volunteer at Sheffield General Cemetery Trust 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/opportunity/960/

Village Guide Volunteer at Eyam Museum 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/opportunity/1034/

Race day support volunteer at Sheffield 10k 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/opportunity/1041/

📱 The Hallam SU app is live!

Book event tickets, access discounts, or get tips on the best places to hang out!

Hit the link to download 🔗 https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/app/

There’s planned far-right disruption in the city centre tomorrow. The University will close some buildings and there will be increased security across campus – please check your inbox for more information.

The HUBS will remain open for any students until 5pm, with added security, and the Advice Centre will be open for anyone affected.

Hallam SU would like to send our support and stand in solidarity with anyone at Sheffield Hallam and in the wider community who is being impacted by the riots and acts of violence and terror.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths and we fully embrace all cultures at Hallam. The ongoing targeted violence against minority groups is unacceptable and not welcome in our community.

Read our full statement 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/news/article/6013/Our-statement-on-current-violence-and-conflict-across-the-country/

Hallam SU would like to send our support and stand in solidarity with anyone at Sheffield Hallam and in the wider community who is being impacted by the riots and acts of violence and terror.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths and we fully embrace all cultures at Hallam. The ongoing targeted violence against minority groups is unacceptable and not welcome in our community.

Read our full statement 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/news/article/6013/Our-statement-on-current-violence-and-conflict-across-the-country/

Join our team as an Outreach & Engagement Manager at Hallam SU!

🔹 Drive student engagement
🔹 Support and understand student needs
🔹 Deliver frontline support and engagement activities

Application deadline is 10am on August 5th 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/jobs/

💼 Work with your SU!

We've just added two new student placement vacancies to our website for a Outreach and Engagement Assistant and a HR Assistant!

Apply or learn more 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/jobs/

Over two-thirds of respondents to our Cost of Living Survey said they've been heavily impacted by the rising cost of food.

In response, the University have set up the Cost of Living grant to help students purchase food and other essentials.

Apply or find out more 👇
https://www.shu.ac.uk/funding/scholarships-and-bursaries/cost-of-living-grant

🚮 Great to see our group of HSU volunteers out in the Peak District today helping clean up some of the trails around Ladybower Reservoir with Severn Trent!

Find out how you can make a difference to your community by volunteering this summer 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/

🥁 Introducing your 2024/25 HSU Officer team!

They have officially started their roles today and will be representing YOU for the next academic year!

ℹ️ Find out more about them by heading to the link below

🔗https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/news/article/6013/Welcome-2024-25-HSU-Officers/

❤️ Today's the day that we say goodbye to 5 out of 6 of our 2023/24 Officer team!

Everyone at Hallam SU would like to thank them all for their passion and dedication to the role over the past year, and wish them all the best for the future!

You'll be hearing from our new team very soon, so stay tuned!

🌇 It 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 feels like summer has hit Sheff!

What’s your favourite thing to do when the sun’s out in the city? 👇

Cosmos offers a vibrant student accommodation located in the heart of Sheffield’s city centre and a 10-minute walk from Sheffield Hallam University!

🛏️ Choose from both modern en-suite cluster rooms and studios, with all-inclusive utility bills from just £133pw.

🎱 Exceptional facilities, including a gym (with half basketball court), cinema room, kitchen/dining rooms, study spaces and lounges, to name a few!

📍 City centre located, with shops, restaurants and bars on your doorstep.

💸 Claim one of our exclusive offers and secure your room for just £1 when you book at Cosmos for September 2024!

Sounds good right? Book your room now before it’s too late: https://bit.ly/4b0S3Cl

📢 Hallam SU x Organised Chaos Freshers 2024

We’ve teamed up with to bring you the best freshers events across the city this September!

There’s something for everyone so secure your place by going to the link in our bio and clicking ‘Freshers Week Tickets’ to book your AAA Pass!

If you’re quick you can get 35% off your ticket so get booking your pass today!

🤩 What a year it’s been!

We’ll be wishing 5 out of 6 of our Officers a fond farewell at the end of the month, so get swiping to look back on some of their biggest wins over the academic year!

Great work, everyone 🫶

🙌 It's and our HSU volunteers were busy helping out by doing some gardening and maintenance work at a care home recently alongside local charity, Sheffcare!

They helped create a more pleasant outdoor space for the residents and their families to enjoy!

If you'd also like to make a difference to the community over the summer then hit the link below 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/volunteering/opportunities/

😊 How this week is shaping up ending with our trip to York on Saturday!

To find out more or book a ticket hit the link 👇
https://events.hallamstudentsunion.com/

📣Calling all students in Sheffield!

If you’ve not yet sorted a place to live for next year, now is the time. Book with Unite Students at a choice of properties in the city – all close to uni, including Westhill Hall and Leadmill Point.

Plus, if you book before the end of the month, you can get a free £250 Uber / Uber Eats voucher. 🤩

🔗 https://www.unitestudents.com/sheffield?utm_source=sheffield_hallam&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=acquisition&utm_content=facebook

👀 Things to look out for this week!

Find out more about all events by going to the link 👇
https://events.hallamstudentsunion.com/

Hallam SU are looking for an Events and Entertainment Team Leader to join as maternity cover!

If you're passionate about providing engaging events for students then visit the link to learn more or apply 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/jobs/

ℹ️ Here's what Sheff has in store this week!

Click on the link to find out more 👇
https://events.hallamstudentsunion.com/

Hallam SU are looking for student staff from minoritised ethnicities to work within our team to contribute to projects around some of our most important issues!

Full Degree Awarding Gap Project Worker and Anti-Racism Project Worker job descriptions below 👇
https://www.hallamstudentsunion.com/opportunities/jobs/

🌞 Sheff in the sun

Nothing like some rays to help get through exam season!

✍️ Fill in our 'Hallam, how are we doing?' survey!

Student responses provide us with an insight into uni life and where there are opportunities for improvement!

To be in with a chance of winning prizes worth up to £150, complete the survey or find out more 👇

Hallam, how are we doing? Tell us about your experience of uni life and where there are opportunities for improvement.