We are pleased to report that the University of Oxford and Oxford Students’ Union has received Responsible Futures accreditation from SOS-UK.
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!
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
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!
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.
The Returning Officer and Deputy Returning Officer are pleased to confirm the following candidates have been duly elected.
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.
We hope you will love living and learning in our beautiful city. There is so much to do and see.
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.
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 ⬇️
There is help available if you've experienced sexual violence or sexual harassment.
SU Advice can support you with housing advice if you are renting privately or living in College.
Find facts and resources on harm reduction.
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.
We're excited to announce the candidates to join the 26/27 Officer Team and be Oxford SU's new Student Trustees.
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.
There are College and University processes to deal with any incident of bullying and harassment.
University life can be fun and it can be stressful. Take care of yourself and your wellbeing.
Oxford students interested in nominating themselves for a Students' Union Officer or Student Trustee role can register their interest from today. Know someone who would make a great leader? You can refer a friend from today too!
Suspension is a process used to pause your studies for personal reasons including health issues.
We know Oxford’s waterways are enjoyed by many for both recreational and sporting activities, but there are steps we can all take to help keep ourselves and others safe.
Your College or Department should be able to help you with asking for extensions or late submissions
Oxford Students’ Union (SU) recognises the important role that student journalism plays in holding institutions to account and keeping the student body informed. We support responsible journalism and a fair student press.
Learn about the processes to apply for mitigating circumstances or to make an academic appeal.
We’re pleased to announce that all motions proposed at the inaugural Conference of Common Rooms (CCR) have been passed and are now official SU mandates.
Migration is when a student changes College. It does not happen often at Oxford.
We're pleased to share that following the pilot review by the Transformation Committee we will be continuing the CCR pilot into next academic year, recognising the importance of this space for representing Common Rooms collectively.
Learn about resources and support for sexual health.
Fitness to Study is a process around serious health concerns and academic work.