http://www.sheffieldstudentsunion.com All the current Students' Union news stories RSS 2.0 generation class http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16245&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Come down to the Students' Union and find a tandem language learning partner! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16245&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 10 Feb 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16241&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Communities are offering you the chance to pitch your idea and bid for up to £250! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16241&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 9 Feb 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16216&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Take part in our online survey about your time at Sheffield to be in with a chance of winning £500. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16216&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 6 Feb 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15995&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed An introduction to the Higher Education Achievement Report (HEAR) project, especially Section 6.1 (recognition of extra curricular activities) that the University will launch in September 2012. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15995&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 26 Jan 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16087&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Students' Union petitions against fortnightly bin collections proposed by Sheffield City Council. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=16087&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 25 Jan 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15749&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sheffield Students' Union has been recognised at a national awards event for its work with international students. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15749&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 10 Jan 2012 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15722&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Students at the University of Sheffield are set to benefit from a major new building project on the Students' Union, in a bid to further improve and enhance the student experience. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15722&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 29 Nov 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15671&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University of Sheffield has been named University of the Year in the 2011 Times Higher Education Awards. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15671&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 25 Nov 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15589&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) have proposed a radical shake up to the way hundreds of thousands of teenagers apply to universities each year. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=15589&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 3 Nov 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13725&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Look out! Students have recently reported to have received several fraud emails from a 'company' claiming to be the Students Loan Company. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13725&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sun 18 Sep 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14690&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Student Advice Centre opened in September 1991 and has been helping students to help themselves for the past 20 years. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14690&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 25 Aug 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14114&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Lectures might have stopped and but the green world in Sheffield keeps spinning. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14114&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 13 Jul 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14109&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Student leaders in Sheffield today reacted with concern at the Government's proposed 'radical shake-up' of Universities. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14109&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 27 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14108&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed If you took part in the 2010 student satisfaction survey, or any other forms of evaluation/feedback, you might be interested to hear what the Students' Union has to say about some of your responses. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14108&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 16 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14096&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University of Sheffield Students' Union has been nominated for five prizes at the 2011 National Union of Students Awards... the highest number of nominations in the country! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14096&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 8 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14100&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed This year a £10,000 Innovation Fund was set up by the Students' Union to help achieve an element of our goal. Read on for more information... http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14100&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 7 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14094&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Every year for the past 7 years we have improved our BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) points total and this year has once again proved to be our best season ever! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14094&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sun 5 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14095&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Students' Union Officer Team 2010/11 say their thanks and that it's truly been an honour and pleasure to serve and represent you this past year. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14095&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sun 5 Jun 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14084&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Congratulations to the lean, green, switch-off machines that are the lovely folk of Endcliffe Crescent residences who take the prize by being the best energy-saving block this year. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14084&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 31 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14085&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sheffield Volunteering and Sheffield RAG would like to say a huge thank you to our volunteers and fund raisers for being simply amazing! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14085&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 31 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14076&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed How would you like to be the next big thing in art? Well, the British Airways 'Great Britons' programme is your chance. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14076&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 26 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14064&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Broomhill and Sharrow Safer Neighbourhood Teams (SNTs) launch their latest initiative in the west of the city to crack down on areas affected by sneak-in burglaries. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14064&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 16 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14067&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Last week Forge Media held their first joint awards ceremony which paid tribute to all the excellent work and achievements of Forge Radio, Press, TV and on Online. The evening was a great success and was a chance all the media students and come together and celebrate a fantastic year. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14067&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 16 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14059&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed All year, Student Switch Off have been using Facebook, Ben and Jerry's and obstacle courses to put some fun into the serious message of energy-saving in residences. The energy data is in, the numbers are crunched, and we're pleased to announce the winner... http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14059&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 12 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14058&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Last night (Thursday 12th May) was the Academic Awards which recognises that good teaching has an enormous positive impact on the learning experience and that this should be celebrated. Read more for the results! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14058&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 12 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14057&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed A unique painting, that captures student life at the University of Sheffield and is set to raise thousands of pounds in scholarships funds, was officially launched yesterday by Sheffield-born artist Joe Scarborough. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14057&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 11 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14039&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Activities Awards recognise and celebrate the terrific achievements of the societies, working and representative committees at Sheffield Students' Union. Here are, in full, the categories, nominations and winners... http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14039&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 5 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14037&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University of Sheffield Students' Union has achieved the gold standard after being named one of the country's top green campuses. The Sheffield students received the accolade from the national Green Impact Students' Union Programme after implementing a host of environmentally friendly measures. THE University of Sheffield Students' Union has achieved the gold standard after being named one of the country's top green campuses. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14037&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 4 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14028&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Harry Horton and Thom Arnold, your Finance Officer and President elects for 2011/12, have been elected to represent students on two committees at NUS Services Ltd (NUSSL). http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14028&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 2 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14027&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University of Sheffield Students' Union is proud to report that our current Education Officer, Joe Oliver, has been elected to the National Executive Council (NEC) of the National Union of Students (NUS). http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=14027&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 2 May 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13853&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sheffield Doc/Fest New Talent Programme for 2011 offers opportunities for young people, emerging film makers and those who would like to know a little more about the world of documentaries. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13853&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 20 Apr 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13737&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The governing body of the University of Sheffield, University Council, met to set fees for undergraduate students from 2012/13 onwards. The decision was to raise fees to the maximum level of £9,000 per year. This decision will not affect the fees paid by current students. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13737&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 11 Apr 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13715&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Students' Union has removed the Interval Garden patio heaters as another great step towards its environmental values. Removing the heaters will see a large reduction in energy consumption. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13715&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 31 Mar 2011 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13665&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sheffield student leaders celebrate concessions after the changes to international student visas announced on Tuesday, but warn that their campaign is far from over. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13665&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 25 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13644&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Kyle Rice was the winner of the Student Money Week Shopping Challenge organised by the Student Advice Centre. Students were asked to estimate the prices of two baskets of shopping - one with branded goods and the other with similar items from the Basics range. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13644&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 24 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13507&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Students' Union is dedicating this week to the Japan Appeal and helping those who've been affected by the situation in Japan. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13507&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 23 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13561&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The University of Sheffield Students' Union supports the industrial action organised by the University and College Union (UCU) due to take place on 22 and 24 March 2011. We share many aims with the local branch of UCU - including fighting against Higher Education cuts and improving the working conditions of postgraduates who teach. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13561&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 21 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13521&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed On Saturday 19th February 2011 students were invited to roll up their sleeves, put on their dirty overalls and compete to become champions of our scrapheap challenge! All teams performed above and beyond expectation and impressed the professionals. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13521&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 17 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13523&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed University of Sheffield are British Men's Futsal Champions 2011 at the BUCS Championships. University of Sheffield beat Northumbria University after a nail biting penalty shoot out. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13523&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 17 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13516&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Students' Union's Student Advice Centre recognises this is a very difficult time for all Libyan students. We are here to help and support you and can provide you with free and confidential advice on a number of issues. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13516&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 16 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13497&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Student representatives at the University of Sheffield meet with Simon Hughes, Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats, last night, ahead of the start of the Liberal Democrat Spring Conference. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13497&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 11 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13491&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Activities Awards recognise and celebrate the terrific achievements of the societies, working and representative committees at Sheffield Students' Union. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13491&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 10 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13458&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed A big thanks to all students who turned out to vote in this year's Student Officer Elections. 7692 of you voted online this year - the highest ever election turnout for a Students' Union election in the UK! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13458&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 4 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13437&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed There are multiple green-fingered opportunities to tell you about and with so many green spaces in the famously green city of Sheffield, there's bound to be a project that needs you. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13437&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 2 Mar 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13242&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed If you're a full-time student and are going back to university or college in autumn 2011, it's time to apply for your student finance. Don't wait, log in to your Student Finance account today and apply now! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13242&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 25 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13241&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Around the world in just nine days... that's the promise from the University of Sheffield Students' Union as they present a festival of global activity. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13241&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 24 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13235&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Get outdoors and volunteer with lots of allotment action. As spring is approaching fast, budding gardeners in community projects all around the city are dusting off their tools, and they need your help! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13235&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 23 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13236&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed We're already half way through Student Switch Off's latest energy-themed photo competition. This time, it's between Endcliffe, Ranmoor and City students, and at stake is a £100 prize for the winning Community to spend as they wish! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13236&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 23 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13226&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The National Student Housing Survey is once again live and is your oppotunity to have your say about your accommodation and landlord whether you live in a private rented house, purpose built complex or University accommodation. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13226&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 22 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13219&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey results have now been published and looks like we've outdone ourselves again with a second place position for the University of Sheffield and undergraduates voting the Students' Union number one in the country! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13219&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 17 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13198&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Islamic Circle Society are raising awareness of their religion next week by showcasing their Bedouin Tent in the Activities Zone. Everybody is welcome to see the beautiful Bedouin Tent, sit down and chat to Society member and have a taste of their traditional tea and coffee. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13198&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 15 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13197&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The CDC team plus all the students that donated unwanted items to the Bring It Don't Bin It scheme have managed to raise over £250 at the Yard Sale which was held on 14th February. The money raised will be donated to St Vincent's Furniture Store as well as the remaining items. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=13197&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 15 Feb 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12734&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed As ever the programme packed full with exciting new trips, theatres visits & courses. Get your tickets early as they sell out quickly. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12734&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 31 Jan 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12483&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Lord Philip Hunt, the Shadow Home Affairs Minister, has met with student leaders at the University of Sheffield and given his full backing to their campaign to protect international students' rights. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12483&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 25 Jan 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12482&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed We NUS have been working closely with UKCISA and other education sector organisations to lobby the government on the proposed change of Tier 4 students visas. Among our membership, there is strong concern about the provision to cancel Post Study Work Visa. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12482&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 24 Jan 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12432&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Student leaders at the University of Sheffield have spoken out against the Coalition Government's plans to restrict the rights of international students studying in the UK. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12432&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 11 Jan 2011 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12229&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed On the day after parliament voted in favour of trebling university tuition fees, students in Sheffield feel angry and betrayed by Clegg and his party. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12229&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 10 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12215&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The police are looking for 3 male good Samaritans regarding an incident on Saturday 4th December. Please read on and if you are one of these men please contact DC Bob Cousins of Mossway CID. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12215&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 8 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12214&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed As part of the Students' Union's drive to improve biodiversity and go for Green Impact Gold award glory, we have bought a stake in a UK beehive, ladybird tower and a butterfly tower for our own garden. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12214&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 8 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12089&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed We advise anybody going out to any Students' Union events to only do so if they are confident of getting to their destination and back home easily and safely on foot. Please check back here for regular snow updates. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12089&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 3 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12127&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Sheffield Students' Union supports the occupation of the Richard Roberts Auditorium on the grounds that follow... http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12127&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 3 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12093&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Unfortunately due to adverse weather conditions, Give it a Go will has cancelled the following activities: The Russian Course (2nd December), The 10 Week Sign Language class (2nd December), Christmas at Castle Howard Trip - (4th December), Lincoln Christmas Market Trip - (5th December) and Love Cooking Festival Trip (5th December). http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12093&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 2 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12092&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Come to the Zone on 7th December to see the Performing Arts Society do what they do best! There will be singing and dancing galore! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12092&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 1 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12091&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed As Christmas is coming, Give it a Go has some festive fun for you to get involved with! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12091&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 1 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12090&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Natural History Society would like to invite you along to our last Stimulating Science talk of the Semester, we are finishing on a bang with an explosive topic - 'Climate Change: what the critics don't want you to know.' http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12090&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 1 Dec 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12060&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed You'll be happy to know that your Students' Union is still open amongst all this bleak weather! Get yourself down, get stocked up and keep warm with the range of outlets available to help you through these cold times! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12060&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 29 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12023&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thank you so much to everybody for all your help yesterday. St Wilfrid's WON £50,000 from the People's Million. Thank you for your support! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12023&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Fri 26 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11831&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tapton Edge volunteering project along with SheffieldVolunteering, is looking for societies or individuals who sing, dance, play music, do magic, whatever! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11831&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 25 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12024&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Students in Sheffield and Leeds added their voices to the national campaign against tuition fee rises and education cuts yesterday (24th November 2010). http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12024&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 25 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12017&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Today, we will see hundreds of school and sixth form students from across Sheffield walking out of their classes to protest against the Government's proposed cuts to the Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) along with the tripling of University tuition fees. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12017&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 24 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12011&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Salsa Society have been shaking their hips and shimmering around the dance floor to raise money for charity. The society raised a massive £530 for the charity Project Buzz, a scheme that provides play, social and educational activities to local families and under privileged children from Springfield School. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12011&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 23 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12010&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed On Saturday 13th November, the University Taekwondo Club had a very successful and fun day at the Kyo Hoon Taekwondo Competition here in Sheffield! Members competed in the Poomsae (patterns) and fights, all receiving medals! Congratulations to all! It was a great day, and we all had lots of fun! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12010&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 23 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12009&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Student Communities Team is happy to announce the winners of our 'My Intro Experience' photo competition. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12009&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 23 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12008&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Calling all students! Here is your chance to grab a bargain to see Sheffield Steelers play at the Arena as they take on Braehead Clan as they battle it out in an elite ice hockey game. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12008&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 23 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12006&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed This Saturday the Students' Union celebrates 20 years of World Food Festival. Come along to the Food Court and try authentic international cuisine as 15 national societies bring the world to your plate, and finish the night off with the Ignite after party. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=12006&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 23 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11839&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed If you are looking for somewhere to live and about to sign a contract, did you know you know that you can pop into the Student Advice Centre, with a copy of the contract and have a specialist housing adviser check it over and help you make sense of all the legal jargon? http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11839&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 17 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11838&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Post an energy-saving picture of yourself piling on the layers (instead of cranking up the central heating) and you could win a prize! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11838&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 17 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11834&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Good news all round at the Information Commons. The Environmental Controls project has significantly improved the performance and energy efficiency of the IC's heating and cooling systems. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11834&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 17 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11805&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Over 600 students from the University of Sheffield joined others from around the UK to demonstrate against proposed cuts of 40% to Higher Education funding. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11805&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 11 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11803&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Students and staff gathered at 11.00 this morning on the concourse in front of the main entrance of the Students' Union building to honour servicemen, women and all civilians who have died since WW1. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11803&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 11 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11804&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed If you live in University accommodation (Endcliffe, Ranmoor or City) then it's vital that you know what, and who, your CDC is! In October 2010, Endcliffe, Ranmoor and City residents voted into office their new CDCs. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11804&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 11 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11796&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Next week is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week and there will be an event held at Hallam Union Hubs Pod C on Thursday 18th October which anyone is welcome to attend. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11796&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 10 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11795&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Some research is being carried out into student perceptions of tenancy deposit schemes. You can really help by filling out the survey. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11795&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 10 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11787&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thank you to everybody who took part in SpiderWalk last Thursday and a MASSIVE congratulations for completing the 13 mile walk. Over 500 of you braved the horrendous weather and embraced the event in true student style! Thank you to everybody who took part in SpiderWalk last Thursday and a MASSIVE congratulations for completing the 13 mile walk. Over 500 of you braved the horrendous weather and embraced the event in true student style! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11787&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 9 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11791&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Last week the weekly ROAR club night raised money for the Eve Appeal (gynaecological cancer) and Orchid (a charity helping men with testicular cancer). http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11791&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 9 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11789&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Last week, Islamic Circle Society ran a hugely successful Charity Week, with the help of our very own Sheffield RAG. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11789&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 9 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11788&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed 28 students are set to benefit from the University's Elite Sport Performance Scheme (ESPS), which has been launched this year to provide financial and non-financial support to talented student athletes at the University, who are representing England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland in one of Sport England's recognised sports. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11788&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 9 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11676&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The coaches bound for London for the National Demo are now sold out, but you can still make your own way there, or add your name to the reserve list. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11676&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Thu 4 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11685&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Communities Team is proud to present three brand new Community Development Committees (CDCs)! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11685&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 2 Nov 2010 0:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11579&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Complete the Student Survey 2010, answering a few alcohol-related questions, and you could win an X-Box 360! http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11579&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 27 Oct 2010 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11572&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Vice-Chancellor and the Students' Union Welcome International Colleagues. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11572&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 27 Oct 2010 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11557&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Free Wheeling: First year wins bike in green prize draw http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11557&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 25 Oct 2010 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11522&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Statement from Joshua Forstenzer, President, Sheffield Students' Union on the announcement of the Browne Review and the impact of the Comprehensive Spending Review. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11522&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Wed 20 Oct 2010 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11503&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Natural History Society would like to let you know about their photo competition. The 'University of Sheffield Wildlife Photographer the Year Competition 2010'. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11503&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Tue 19 Oct 2010 23:00 http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11424&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed The Bellydance Society wiggled and jiggled in support of Time to Get Moving week, which was launch by the Mental Health Association, Time to Change. http://www.shef.ac.uk/union/news.php?contentID=11424&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=news-feed Mon 18 Oct 2010 23:00