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The main elections are now open and we're electing our 4 full-time paid officers (President, Vice President (Education), Vice President (Welfare) & Vi...

Wed 19 Feb 2025 Student Voice

The Executive Officers (in order of appearance: Jack, Holly, Gabby and Pournami) sat together all on

Elections Drop-in Sessions

Chat to our current Executive Officer team about all things elections!...

Tue 18 Feb 2025 Student Voice

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2025 All Student Meeting Results

On Monday 10th February the Union held its annual All Student Meeting, where a series of changes to the Union of Students were voted on by students....

Wed 12 Feb 2025 Student Voice

You said we did - Heat and Eat 2025 update

We as an organisation are powered by your voice, so it’s great to comment on what you’ve told us and what we have done to bring them to reality....

Tue 11 Feb 2025 Your Officers

Share your financial wellbeing insights!

The University are looking for feedback from students so they can evaluate the effectiveness of the financial support they offer and understand more a...

Mon 10 Feb 2025 Union of Students

Exploring Derby in 2025

New year, new adventures! 2025 is finally here, and what better time to explore Derby than now? Whether you’ve lived here all your life or made a move...

Sat 08 Feb 2025 Phantom Paper

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Relieving Stress at University

Second semester is here and so are deadlines, so find a way to de-stress!...

Sat 08 Feb 2025 Phantom Paper

Our Values and Zero Tolerance Policy

Following recent events and political changes in America, we wanted to assure our students that our core values remain the same, and we are committed ...

Mon 03 Feb 2025 Union of Students

The On Campus Internship Scheme (OCIS) is open!

The On Campus Internship Scheme (OCIS) is open, with a wide range of vacancies exclusively for 1st and 2nd year undergraduates to apply for....

Wed 29 Jan 2025 University of Derby

Meet new friends & have fun this term whilst getting active!

We have lots of exciting sports activities for you to take part in this term. Rally your mates together and enter a team into our Friday 6-aside footb...

Tue 28 Jan 2025 University of Derby

You Said, We Did – Union on Tour

The Union on Tour has been a fantastic way to bridge the gap between students and Union of Students....

Mon 27 Jan 2025 Your Officers

ASM - What, Why and When?

The Union of Students will be holding an All Student Meeting on Tuesday 4th February 12.00pm - 1.30pm and all students are invited....

Mon 27 Jan 2025 Student Voice

Reps: who are they and what do they do?

Did you know the Union is here to support you every step of the way? One of the key ways we do this is through the Student Rep Scheme....

Wed 22 Jan 2025 Union of Students

BIG WIN - Renters' Rights Bill

Hi everyone, I wanted to share a huge win for you as a student and a future graduate of the University and how it will improve your experience....

Mon 20 Jan 2025 Your Officers

You Said, We Did - Apprentice Experience

You said, 'As apprentices we don't feel connected with the Union', we 'Worked alongside SPA in improving the sports offering, increased our induction ...

Mon 06 Jan 2025 Your Officers

Upcoming events

Occupational Therapy Yoga with Dru with JU: 14th February 12:30pm - 21st February 2pm; Kirtley Dance Studio; All students welcome! Purchase ticket below. £4 for non members, free for members Yoga with Ju is inclusive, it involves mindful movement and relaxation.; Buy Tickets

Union of Students Let's Be Friends - Crafter-noon for Student Commuters: 17th February 11:30am - 17th September 1:30pm; Basecamp, Kedleston Road Campus; Calling all commuter students! Join Holly and Gabby for an afternoon of crafts!; ATTR – Event Cancelled

Union of Students Budgeting Workshop: 20th February 2pm - 3pm; Kedleston Road Campus, room N103; Stressed about money? Then join our Less Worry, More Money workshop.; Buy Tickets

Warhammer New year new game: 21st February 3pm - 8pm; Kedleston road campus, Room N405; Come and try some new board games or try out a demo game of Warhammer. (This is a collaboration between the Warhammer society and the Board and Card Gaming society).

Sip One Stitch One Sip One Stitch One - Give it a Go: 21st February 3pm - 6pm; Kedleston Road Campus, room N201; Join Sip One Stitch One in N201 and Give it a Go!; Give it a Go

Business Silent Disco: 21st February 7pm - 11pm; ATTR – Event Cancelled

Union Sports BUCS Trampoline Championships 2024-25: 22nd February 7:30am - 23rd February 6:30pm; Ponds Forge ISC, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, S1 2BP; A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.

Union Sports BUCS 8-Ball Pool Championships 2024-25: 22nd February 8am - 25th February 5pm; Various Locations; A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.

Occupational Therapy D.O.T.S Dog walk - Nottingham: 22nd February 11am - 1pm; Rushcliffe Country Park, Nottingham; Free Well-being dog walk, Open to the public You don't need a dog, you can come and say hello to everyone else's Great social evebnt for dogs and humans too Roughly 1 hour long, can be extended

Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session: 22nd February noon - 5pm; Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405; Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!

Warhammer Warhammer Society Weekly Session: 24th February 4pm - 9pm; Kedleston Road Campus N405; A session where you are welcome to come and do all things Warhammer: Build, Paint, Play, Read, Discuss Lore or just socialise with people who share the common interest of Warhammer!

University of Derby Halls Darts: 24th February 5pm - 7pm; The Corn Exchange, Albert Street; Looking to be the latest Luke Littler? We’ve teamed up with the Union of Students Dart’s team to run a friendly and fun competition at the Corn Exchange this term.

Medieval Reenactment Crafts!: 24th February 6pm - 9pm; N502; Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.

Union of Students Focus group for a Nursing Room at the new Cavendish Building: 25th February 11:30am - 12:30pm; E403, Kedleston Road campus; We're working with the University to set up a Nursing Room in the new Cavendish Building, and we want your feedback!

Union of Students Elections drop-in session with VP (Activities) Gabby Gretkowska: 25th February 1pm - 2:30pm; Online; Come chat to VP (Activities) Gabby Gretkowska about all things Elections!; Elections

Union of Students Look After Your Mate (LAYM) Workshop: 25th February 1pm - 3:30pm; Kedleston Road Campus, room N401; Look After Your Mate (LAYM) is a workshop for students who are looking to support their friend or peers at university who may be struggling with their mental health.; Buy Tickets

University of Derby CES Make a Difference Conference: 26th February 10:30am - 2pm; Kirtley Hall, Kedleston Road Campus; The Careers with Social Impact - Making a Difference Conference is an excellent opportunity for you to gain insights into public and charity sector careers with social impact.

Union of Students Have Your Say: Support Provisions Q&A: 26th February 10:30am - noon; T204, Kedleston Road campus; Discover what support and guidance is available to help you thrive at university!; Buy Tickets

Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Wednesday Session: 26th February 4pm - 7pm; Kedleston Road Campus - Room N108; Join us for our weekly Wednesday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!

Anime and Manga Anime Movie Night: ?!: 26th February 7pm - 11pm; Join us for movie night on the 26th Feb!; Buy Tickets

Rugby Union Fathers and Son's Pt.2: 27th February 6:30pm - 11:59pm; Popworld Derby, Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1FG; The wait is over, and it’s time to gear up for the return of Fathers & Sons! 🎉 Join us for an unforgettable evening as we take Derby by storm on the ultimate bar crawl.; Buy Tickets

Union Sports BUCS Cycling & Para-Cycling Track Championships 2024-25: 28th February 8am - 2nd March 5pm; Derby Arena, Royal Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8JB, United Kingdom; A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.

Union of Students Elections drop-in session with VP (Welfare) Jack McGuinness: 28th February 10am - noon; Online; Come chat to VP (Welfare) Jack McGuinness about all things Elections!; Elections

Sip One Stitch One Sip One Stitch One - Give it a Go: 28th February 3pm - 6pm; Kedleston Road Campus, room N201; Join Sip One Stitch One in N201 and Give it a Go!; Give it a Go

Warhammer Warhammer Society Weekly Session: 28th February 4pm - 9pm; Kedleston Road Campus N405; A session where you are welcome to come and do all things Warhammer: Build, Paint, Play, Read, Discuss Lore or just socialise with people who share the common interest of Warhammer!

Board and Card Gaming Board and Card Gaming Saturday Session: 1st March noon - 5pm; Kedleston Road Campus - Room N405; Join us for our weekly Saturday in-person sessions! Bring along a game of your own, or try something from our collection!

Union Sports BUCS Golf Exeter Trophy 2024-25: 3rd March 8am - 5th March 6pm; Trevose Golf & Country Club, Constantine Bay, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8JB; A chance to represent the University of Derby in national competition.

Warhammer Warhammer Society Weekly Session: 3rd March 4pm - 9pm; Kedleston Road Campus N405; A session where you are welcome to come and do all things Warhammer: Build, Paint, Play, Read, Discuss Lore or just socialise with people who share the common interest of Warhammer!

Medieval Reenactment Crafts!: 3rd March 6pm - 9pm; N502; Medieval Crafts where people get to learn many different skills. Requests for certain crafts can be made each week.

History Quiz night: 3rd March 7pm - 10pm; Mr grundys tavern 32-34 Ashbourne Rd, Derby DE22 3AD; Test Your Knowledge: History Society's Quiz Night!

Your Executive Officers

Union President

Holly Lloyd

Oversees the Union and everything that it does

Vice President (Activities)

Gabriela Gretkowska

Sport, societies, and Student Led Services

Vice President (Welfare)

Jack McGuinness

Advice, health, student wellbeing, and more

Vice President (Education)

Pournami Padmanabhan

All things education and academic or course based

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