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Holly Lloyd

Vice President (Education)

Hi, I'm Holly Lloyd, Your VP (Education). Here's a little about myself - I'm from North Wales and came to Derby to study a Creative Expressive Arts course. I'm a major cat lover but unfortunately find myself allergic With my creative background I aim to make your interactions with the Student Union a more fun and interactive experience. Be sure to keep an eye out for me in and around our many campuses and feel free to come into the office for a chat.

I aim to encourage and create more engagement with the Union, ensure that students feel represented and seen with more Union representation and presence at other campuses, and to secure better funding and support for field work and placement studies.

Officer News

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Autistic Students' Experience Research

Fri 14 Mar 2025

A pair of glasses laid down on a notebook with writing in

Are you an autistic student? Share your experiences in this research.

 
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Speak up for nature in Derbyshire

Fri 14 Mar 2025

Help the Derbyshire County Council with the development of their Local Nature Recovery Strategy

 
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Three Things I Learnt From Running in the Elections

Thu 13 Mar 2025

Hi everyone, Union President Holly here to share the best three things I learnt from running in the Elections.

 
Your Officers
Three Top Tips for Writing a Personal Statement

Tue 04 Mar 2025

VP (Activities) Gabby handing out free pancakes

Hi, VP (Activities) Gabby here with my three top tips for writing a personal statement for nominating yourself in the Elections!

 
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You Said, We Did – BUCS Takeover

Fri 21 Feb 2025

VP (Activities) Gabby giving a speech at the 2024 Sports Awards

At the Union of Students, we’re committed to making sports at Derby University bigger, better, and more visible for everyone.

 
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You Said, We Did – Union on Tour

Mon 27 Jan 2025

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

 
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BIG WIN - Renters' Rights Bill

Mon 20 Jan 2025

A row of houses

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.

 
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You Said, We Did - Apprentice Experience

Mon 06 Jan 2025

You said, 'As apprentices we don't feel connected with the Union', we 'Worked alongside SPA in improving the sports offering, increased our induction talks and created an apprentice experience campaign'.

 
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You Said, We Did - Britannia Mill Study Space

Mon 06 Jan 2025

You said, 'we've had our library taken away', We 'worked alongside both students and the university to ensure a suitable alternative was provided'.

 
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Term 1 Round Up - Vice President Education

Thu 19 Dec 2024

VP (Education) Pournami handing out tote bags at freshers fair

As Vice President (Education), my focus is on enhancing student representation, increasing the visibility of academic support services, and amplifying the voices of our student body to ensure their needs are met.

 
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Term 1 Round Up - Vice President Activities

Thu 19 Dec 2024

VP (Activities) Gabby handing out free pancakes

As the first term of the academic year draws to a close, I am proud to reflect on the initiatives and achievements I have been working on. Here’s an overview of everything I have been working on so far, from creating new possibilities to promoting diversity and inclusion.

 
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Term 1 Round Up - Vice President Welfare

Thu 19 Dec 2024

VP Welfare Jack on the Advice stand at freshers fair with Advisor Zoe

As the first term comes to a close, it’s a great opportunity to share some of the work I’ve been doing across my manifesto and the wider VP (Welfare) remit.

 
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Term 1 Round Up - Union President

Thu 19 Dec 2024

President Holly Lloyd leading a conga line at freshers fair

As I moved on from Vice President Education to President, this first term has been both bittersweet and exciting. I’m grateful for the experiences that prepared me for this role and thrilled to lead with a fantastic team dedicated to supporting and empowering our students.

 
Your Officers
Switch from BRP to eVisa

Tue 10 Dec 2024

International students if you don’t know the BRP is switching to eVisa, please read the below information.

 
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British Sign Language (BSL): Past, Present, and Future

Thu 05 Dec 2024

Graffiti on a wall that depicts the British Sign Language spelling of BSL

By supporting BSL during Disability History Month, we can acknowledge the struggles of the past while building a more inclusive future for everyone.

 
 
 
 
 

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Campaigns

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