Following the recent news that VP Communities elect, Oli Coles, would not be taking up his second year in office, SUSU held a by-election with the aim of finding a new candidate for the role.

Applications were overwhelming, with nine candidates in the running (including RON), and while the campaigning period was a little less hectic than the annual rush of the usual Spring Elections, there was still a healthy presence from all candidates to be seen around campus, as well as across social media.

The results were presented alongside a free Champagne reception for candidates and their teams in … Read the rest

With news that Oli Coles won’t be taking up the position of VP Communities for the 2014-15 academic year a By-Election is being run to vote in a suitable replacement. With eight candidates pushing forward to claim the VP Communities position this by-election looks set to be an exciting one – Find out who the eight are by heading to http://www.susu.org/running-your-union/elections/2013/by-election/candidates.html

The role itself will be focussing in on representing everyone from the JCRs to international students as well as supporting postgraduates, mature students and student parents. So it is very important that anyone from these groups have a read … Read the rest

As the country continues to battle the extreme weather, Winchester School of Art are working hard to keep the student disruption to a minimum.

Ed D’Souza, Acting Head of School Winchester School of Art explains, “there has been a great effort across the School and University as soon as it became apparent that there might be a flood risk to the School something which hasn’t happened for 14 years.”

VP Communities, Oli Coles added:

“It’s obviously a massive inconvenience that there has been flooding, however it’s great that the WSA Café is still open, and SUSU’s always here … Read the rest

After weeks of nominations, campaigning and a very busy few days of voting we’re pleased to introduce you to your next team of Sabbatical Officers!

Union President – David Gilani
VP Democracy & Creative Industries – David Martin
VP Education – David Mondoza-Wolfson
VP Engagement – Claire Gilbert
VP Sports Development – Evan Whyte
VP Student Communities – Oli Coles
VP Welfare – Rebecca Thomas

For the first time ever we’ve elected your Sabbatical Officers, Student Leaders, Trustees and Union Councillors at the same time – and the winners of the biggest Elections we’ve ever held were finally revealed last … Read the rest