Seun's reflections on Oxford's APP

The Access and Participation Plan (APP) is a document that is sent to the Office for Students (OfS) by all Higher Education (HE) providers. It is a pl

Annual Impact Report 2025-26

Oxford SU has released its latest Annual Impact Report, highlighting our work to represent students, influence change across the collegiate University

One Year of the Conference of Common Rooms: A Reflection from the Chair

The Conference of Common Rooms (CCR) was an ambitious model: a single democratic forum where common room and SU presidents could set the agenda togeth

Update from our Annual General Meeting

On Tuesday 9th June, Oxford SU helds its Annual General Meeting. As a charity, we are legally mandated by our governing documents to ensure that you a

Oxford SU Letters regarding EHRC draft Code of Practice

Following our message to our trans, non-binary, gender diverse and intersex students published on Friday 22nd May, we have been working to ensure your

A message to our trans, non-binary, gender diverse and intersex students

Yesterday (Thursday 21 May) the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) published its draft Code of Practice. This 340-page document is intended t

A statement by Oxford SU

Oxford SU recognises that many students may be concerned about recently announced, upcoming high-profile speaker events in Oxford. We condemn in the s

Warwick Liberation Conference Reflections Blog

Read to hear Oxford SU Part-time Officers Valerie and Luke's reflections on Warwick SU’s annual Liberation Conference.

Responsible Futures accreditation

We are pleased to report that the University of Oxford and Oxford Students’ Union has received Responsible Futures accreditation from SOS-UK.

SU Presidents week 8 round-up

This week, we attended JCR PresCom at Balliol College, and hosted MCR PresCom too. Shermar had a meeting with the Principal of Teddy Hall, and Alisa a

SU Presidents week 7 round-up

This week, we hosted the last Conference of Common Rooms of Hilary term. It was great to bring student leaders together across colleges. We attended t

SU Presidents week 6 round-up

This week, we attended the Chancellor's Honorary Degree Ceremony at the Sheldonian. It was a privilege to see these awards being given out, and great

SU Presidents week 5 round-up

If you are experiencing any Fifth Week Blues, remember that the SU is here; you don't have to do Oxford alone. Ask for help from a friend, your tutor,

Student Loan Reform Campaign

Get involved in the campaign to reform student loans. Graduates who took out a Plan 2 student loan between 2012 and 2022 are set to face higher rep

SU Presidents week 4 round-up

It’s the end of week, 4 and Hilary is flying by. Here’s what the SU Presidents have been up to this week: *Shermar attended congregation at the Sh

Election Results 2026

The Returning Officer and Deputy Returning Officer are pleased to confirm the following candidates have been duly elected.

SU Presidents week 3 round-up HT26

As week 3 draws to a close, the rhythm of term has well and truly been established. Here’s what the SU Presidents have been up to.

Meet the Candidates

We're excited to announce the candidates to join the 26/27 Officer Team and be Oxford SU's new Student Trustees.

SU Presidents week 2 round-up Hilary term '26

A couple of weeks into Hilary and the SU Presidents have been settling into term well; we hope you have been too. Here’s a quick update on what they’v

SU Presidents Vac round-up HT26

We hope you had a restful Vac period and are ready to begin Hilary term. While Oxford may have been a bit quieter without its students, your SU Presid

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Living in Oxford

We hope you will love living and learning in our beautiful city. There is so much to do and see.

Oxford SU has released its latest Annual Impact Report, highlighting our work to represent students, influence change across the collegiate University, and support student communities throughout the year.

From advocacy and representation to welfare initiatives and student-led projects, the report showcases the impact on the student experience that Oxford SU and its elected officers have been able to deliver for the benefit of its members over the academic year.

Trinity term card 2026

Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment

There is help available if you've experienced sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Housing

SU Advice can support you with housing advice if you are renting privately or living in College.

Substances and Harm Reduction

Find facts and resources on harm reduction.

Update from our Annual General Meeting

On Tuesday 9th June, Oxford SU helds its Annual General Meeting. As a charity, we are legally mandated by our governing documents to ensure that you as members are able to review the organisation's activities over the last year and have transparent access to our income and expenditure.

Oxford SU Statement on Climate and Ecology Bill

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Bullying and Harassment

There are College and University processes to deal with any incident of bullying and harassment.

Welfare

University life can be fun and it can be stressful. Take care of yourself and your wellbeing.

Oxford SU Letters regarding EHRC draft Code of Practice

Following our message to our trans, non-binary, gender diverse and intersex students published on Friday 22nd May, we have been working to ensure your voices are represented both within the University and at a national level.

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Suspension

Suspension is a process used to pause your studies for personal reasons including health issues.

A message to our trans, non-binary, gender diverse and intersex students

Yesterday (Thursday 21 May) the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) published its draft Code of Practice. This 340-page document is intended to provide clarity and practical guidance to service providers seeking to understand the Equality Act. There is now a 40-day period for Members of Parliament to review the code.

CCR

Late Submissions and Extensions

Your College or Department should be able to help you with asking for extensions or late submissions

A statement by Oxford SU

Oxford SU recognises that many students may be concerned about recently announced, upcoming high-profile speaker events in Oxford. We condemn in the strongest possible terms all forms of discrimination and racism, including antisemitism and Islamophobia. We would like to express our support and solidarity to any and all students affected by these events, particularly those from marginalised groups.

It is our priority to ensure students feel safe and welcome in Oxford

Mitigating Circumstances and Appeals

Learn about the processes to apply for mitigating circumstances or to make an academic appeal.

Seun's reflections on Oxford's APP

The Access and Participation Plan (APP) is a document that is sent to the Office for Students (OfS) by all Higher Education (HE) providers. It is a plan, written by the University’s governing body that sets out the different ways that Oxford is going to improve the equality of opportunity for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The APP considers access in three parts: admission to university, the success for students during their studies and the students' progress to employment following un

One Year of the Conference of Common Rooms: A Reflection from the Chair

The Conference of Common Rooms (CCR) was an ambitious model: a single democratic forum where common room and SU presidents could set the agenda together, argue it out in the open, and hold their representatives to the result. A year on, I am confident this forum has had been a force for real change.

Warwick Liberation Conference Reflections Blog

Read to hear Oxford SU Part-time Officers Valerie and Luke's reflections on Warwick SU’s annual Liberation Conference.

Responsible Futures accreditation

We are pleased to report that the University of Oxford and Oxford Students’ Union has received Responsible Futures accreditation from SOS-UK.

Migration

Migration is when a student changes College. It does not happen often at Oxford.

SU Presidents week 8 round-up

This week, we attended JCR PresCom at Balliol College, and hosted MCR PresCom too. Shermar had a meeting with the Principal of Teddy Hall, and Alisa and Seun went with Brookes Union Officers to Parliament for a National Lobby Day relating to student loan reform. Both of our MPs have committed to writing a letter to the Chancellor of the Exchequer about student loan debt. In addition to this, after national lobbying efforts, an inquiry into student loans has been won!

SU Presidents week 7 round-up

This week, we hosted the last Conference of Common Rooms of Hilary term. It was great to bring student leaders together across colleges. We attended the Student Racial and Religious Inclusion Forum; the SU’s Black and Ethnic Minorities Students’ Officer, Luke Liang, was a key speaker. Alisa attended the Permanent Private Halls Supervisory Committee, and Seun worked on the SU’s Access and Participation Plan submission and attended the AI working group. She also attended the Astrophoria foundation

SU Presidents week 6 round-up

This week, we attended the Chancellor's Honorary Degree Ceremony at the Sheldonian. It was a privilege to see these awards being given out, and great to be back at the Sheldonian. Plus, we got the chance to hold the sceptre!

SU Presidents week 5 round-up

If you are experiencing any Fifth Week Blues, remember that the SU is here; you don't have to do Oxford alone. Ask for help from a friend, your tutor, college welfare team, University counselling, or the Oxford SU Advice Service.

Election Results 2026

The Returning Officer and Deputy Returning Officer are pleased to confirm the following candidates have been duly elected.

SU Presidents week 3 round-up HT26

As week 3 draws to a close, the rhythm of term has well and truly been established. Here’s what the SU Presidents have been up to.

Student Loan Reform Campaign

Get involved in the campaign to reform student loans.

Graduates who took out a Plan 2 student loan between 2012 and 2022 are set to face higher repayments under new Government plans, unless this policy is challenged.

SU Presidents week 2 round-up Hilary term '26

A couple of weeks into Hilary and the SU Presidents have been settling into term well; we hope you have been too. Here’s a quick update on what they’ve been up to ⬇️

SU Presidents week 4 round-up

It’s the end of week, 4 and Hilary is flying by. Here’s what the SU Presidents have been up to this week:

*Shermar attended congregation at the Sheldonian, and Alisa spoke at the DPhil welcome evening at the Weston library.

Meet the Candidates

We're excited to announce the candidates to join the 26/27 Officer Team and be Oxford SU's new Student Trustees.

SU Presidents Vac round-up HT26

We hope you had a restful Vac period and are ready to begin Hilary term. While Oxford may have been a bit quieter without its students, your SU Presidents have continued to work behind the scenes and prepare for the term ahead. Here’s a roundup of what we’ve been up to over the Vacation.