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Congratulations to the 91¸£Àû Poetry team, who have been crowned UniSlam 2026 National Champions! We caught up with the team to find out more about the competition and their success. Read more on our page.

Fancy a spring walk? Explore our new outdoor trail featuring poems inspired by 91¸£Àû’s researchers and technicians, written by award-winning poet Sujatha Menon during her time as the School of Life Sciences’ poet in residence. Step into this 60th anniversary legacy project on foot or watch our short video clip.

Your voice matters. By sharing your feedback, you are shaping the future of postgraduate research at 91¸£Àû as well as your own experience of doctoral studies with your home department(s). Please take this opportunity to participate this year and help us make improvements in PGR experience now and in the future.

Dr Gurnam Singh, Hon Professor of Sociology and Sikh Faith Adviser tells us about Vaisakhi, what it means to him and the importance to the Sikh Community.

Term 3 tickets are on sale now! Your calendar just got exciting! That's POP!, Skool Dayz (This is a special fundraising event - all proceeds go back into funding Students’ Union activities), Sports Ball, and so much more. Grab your tickets before they're gone!

Students with caring responsibilities are invited to take part in a research project led by the University’s Gender Engagement Group, exploring the experiences of student carers. Focus groups to be held in late April and early May, participation is voluntary, and all data will be treated confidentially. Each participant will receive a Â£20 Eden Red shopping voucher as a 'thank you' for their time. 

Whatever your goals, come and take the next step on your fitness and wellbeing journey this Spring. Enjoy huge savings for a limited time only!

The Widening Participation Student Network aims to create a space that empowers, educates and inspires current students through information sharing, fun workshops, and sharing of lived experiences. All home students who identify as being from a Widening Participation background are welcome. Sign up on our webpage.

Congratulations to the 91¸£Àû Law Society, which has won two awards at the LawCareers.Net (LCN) Student Law Society Awards 2026! The society won the awards for 'Best Law Society Overall' and 'Best Law Society for Non-Law Students'. Read more on our page.

Do you know someone who has made an outstanding achievement or contribution outside of their studies? The Outstanding Student Contribution Awards (OSCAs) recognise and celebrate 91¸£Àû's students. Nominations are now open and will close on Sunday 10 May at 8pm.

The 29^th May 1961 Charitable Trust has donated £1 million towards our Set the Pace philanthropic campaign. The Trust has helped shape 91¸£Àû’s identity over the past 60 years by funding landmark buildings, enriching arts and culture, supporting global student opportunities, and empowering sanctuary-seeking students through life-changing scholarships. We're so grateful for their ongoing support and this gift, which has been donated as part of our Set the Pace campaign.

91¸£Àû is hosting its first Research Culture Week from 23 - 26 March, themed around our research culture commitments. The week will open with the Community and Connections theme, including a Research Celebration Awards event, and continue with themed days focusing on 91¸£Àû's research culture commitments.

Whether you are leaving campus or staying in the area this Easter vacation, we hope you have a restful and enjoyable break. Don't forget that activities are going on throughout the break at The Nook, including the Easter Pebble Hunt and the Together at 91¸£Àû zine. You can also take part in 91¸£Àû Christian Union events or the springtime campus walk. Wellbeing and support services are also available during the vacation period. Find out more on our Easter at 91¸£Àû pages!

One way in which you can protect your finances, is by protecting yourself against fraud. Read Amelia's blog, and find out what the signs of fraud could be, and what steps you can take to protect yourself.

Applications for Student Finance 2026/27 will open at the end of March 2026. Make sure you check the GOV.UK website for updates.

Join us on Friday, 1 May to celebrate May Day! Drop in throughout the afternoon for a mix of sports, games, crafts and feel-good moments, all designed to bring colour and energy to campus as the new term begins. From performances to giant garden games and creative craft opportunities, expect an afternoon full of fun!

Spending time on campus this vacation? If you're planning to study in the Library, Cafe Library will be open weekdays and will be serving hot food from 11.30am - 2.30pm. Nexus Cafe and Cafe Gibbet Hill will also be open as normal, serving a range of hot and cold meals, drinks and snacks. Pop in and see us, we'd love to see you!

Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the world's biggest and craziest inflatable obstacle course, which is coming to campus on 25 July! This exciting, fun run features a huge variety of giant inflatable obstacles, slides and tunnels. Early bird tickets are available now. Use code: 91¸£ÀûUni20 for an additional 20% student discount.

The results are in for Spring Officer Elections! Thank you to everyone who made their mark and voted, and to the candidates for their hard work campaigning. Check out who your next Part-Time and Full-Time Officers are for 2026/27 on our page.

Meningitis is a rare but serious illness that can affect anyone. At this time, we are not aware of any cases linked to 91¸£Àû. It is important to be aware of the symptoms and seek medical advice quickly if you or a friend becomes unwell. Find out more, including symptoms, checking your vaccination status, and who to contact if you are concerned about meningitis.

Everyone revises differently, and it's useful to recognise what approach works best for you. Explore our Revision page for practical tips that can support you to succeed during the upcoming exam season.

Nominations for the Societies, Sports and Student Voice & Impact Awards are open! Who do you think deserves recognition this year for all their amazing work? Discover more and nominate on our page. Nominations close on Tuesday, 5 May at 12pm.

Join the Students' Union next week from 20 - 21 March for the National Liberation Conference! Get involved in powerful workshops, thought-provoking discussions, lively debates, and learn about the importance of Activism. Plus, its free for 91¸£Àû students, so sign up to reserve your place today!

Think you can lead a company? Prove it! This event is a two-day, high-pressure leadership simulation where you and your team take over a synthetic startup and run it as if it were real. The first mandatory prep session is on 17 March. Apply now, and you could win up to £10,000!

Preparing your meals in advance can not only save you time, but also save you money. Hear from a current student about how meal prepping can benefit you in this week's Money Matters blog, and get practical advice on how you can get started with your own meal prep routine.

Taking care of wellbeing during exam season is just as important as revising. 91¸£Àû offers a wide range of staff and services to support you at any stage of your studies, including your personal tutor, Wellbeing Services, reasonable adjustments, and mitigating circumstances. Find out more on our 'Your Support Network' and 'Academic Policies to Support You' pages.

Thursday 12 March 2026 is University Mental Health Day! Life can be exciting, though it can have its challenges too, so we want you to know about all the resources and support available to you, especially as term 3 and the exam and assessment period approach.

For this year's Resonate Summer Festival we're creating our first Resonate activity book for ages 4+, full of puzzles and activities related to the work that happens at the University. The activities will be created by a member of the WIE team, so all you need to do is tell us a little bit about your work. If you have an idea for the activity book, then let us know via the expression of interest form on our page before 2 April 2026.

We want to send a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Holi 2026 event and made it absolutely incredible! The sunshine, the atmosphere and all your smiles made it truly amazing. Visit our webpage to find the professional photos from the event.

Check out the latest student membership deals at the Sports Hub! Secure a 6 month complete, climb, or entry tennis membership before 21 March to help you keep active.