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Our constitution and by-laws.

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Vacancies and info about working at UCASU.

Sustainability

See how we’re doing our bit for the environment.

Safeguarding

Our safeguarding procedures protect vulnerable students and young people

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How to advertise with us.

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Recognition of accomplishments at UCA.

Complaints

How to make a complaint about the Union.

Terms of Use

The legal bit about this website.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees is the highest decision-making group in the Union, ensuring the organisation is financially secure, and is headed in the right direction.

Activity Monitoring

Statistics about our performance.

Presidents

Meet your Presidents and read what they’ve been up to.

Course Reps

Course Reps are elected from each year group on every course at UCA to help improve the learning experience of students. Could you be one of them?

Executive Committee

Learn about what your Campus Executive Officers and School Reps are working on throughout the year

U Tell

U Tell is a short, once a week survey with the opportunity to win cash prizes.

Previous Elections

Check out the results from previous elections, including manifestos of the candidates.

All Student Meeting (AGM)

Every year we hold an All Student Meeting to report on our work and give students the chance to directly impact what we do.

Help Centre

Find clear advice across a wide range of topics.

Reporting an Issue

A handy form for reporting any issues you may be dealing with. There is also the option to report anonymously if you need to.

Housing Guide

Important information on housing, including tenancy agreements, house viewing checklists, and tenant rights.

Creative Burnout Toolkit

A guide to help you to understand what creative burnout is, and how you can take care of yourself.

International Students’ Guide

A guide for International Students settling into the UK. What is the Union? How can it help? Top tips, and what to do upon arrival.

How to be an Ally

This guide is for anyone who wants to learn more about sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, anti-Semitism, xenophobia and Islamophobia.

Fundraising Handbook

A guide full of useful tips on how to fundraise for your projects or for charity.

COVID-19: UCASU’s response

, March 16, 2020

You’ll be aware that there is a great effort at the moment to limit the transmission of the coronavirus COVID-19, with many people and businesses taking action.

Annual General Meeting – Thursday 31 October 2019

, October 14, 2019

Canterbury – Boardroom // Epsom – Boardroom // Farnham – W02 // Rochester – Xchange What is an Annual General Meeting (AGM) and why is it so important? The AGM is a large forum the Students’ Union must hold once a year to allow its members the opportunity to debate and decide the direction of […]

Green Impact Excellent

, August 14, 2019

We’re chuffed to bits to have been scored ‘Excellent’ by the NUS Green Impact scheme. As a Union, we have been working hard to reduce our impact on the environment, and over the last four years we have improved steadily from Good to this latest top-level score of Excellent. The NUS Green Impact scheme takes […]

PRESIDENT VACATES POSITION

, February 7, 2018

On Wednesday 31 January 2018, Tomm Morton and UCA Students’ Union agreed to part ways by mutual agreement. The position will remain vacant throughout the remainder of the academic year, with Riley Clowes (Vice-President Kent) and Phill Dowler (Vice-President Surrey) handling Presidential duties. Students with enquiries should contact Riley or Phill in the first instance.

Glasshouse January Pass

, January 8, 2018

We’re kicking off January to rival our Freshers lineup! Join us for some of the biggest nights of the year so far, including a UV Paint Party, another terrible DAMNAWFULPARTIES, and an inflatables party, along with other huge nights.

Sad news

, November 30, 2017

I am very sorry to have to inform you of the death of second-year UCA Canterbury Interior Architecture & Design student, Oluwaleke Adelaja. This news is very upsetting and I’d like to make sure you’re aware of the support that’s on offer during this difficult time. If you have been affected by the recent sad […]

NOTIFICATION OF ELECTION

, March 6, 2017

We are holding the annual UCASU elections in March. Students will be able to nominate themselves for the role of President, Vice-President Kent, or Vice-President Surrey, from 13 -24 March, and will be asked to vote in the week of 27 – 31 March. The President and Vice-President roles will begin on July 1st 2017 […]

DON’T PANIC! WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR FRIEND IS HAVING A PANIC ATTACK

, February 6, 2017

By Aoife Casson Having a panic/anxiety attack is a pretty horrible thing, but it can be just as bad for the loved ones who want to help but don’t have the faintest idea what’s going on. Here are 5 key things to do if that situation arises, as well as some helpful tips for avoiding the […]

Course Costs Collector

, January 13, 2017

We’d like to know how much you’re paying for course materials, and if you expected it. All submissions are confidential.

SILVIU DOROFTEI RESIGNS

, November 17, 2016

On Wednesday 9 November 2016, Silviu Doroftei (Epsom Campus President) submitted his notice of resignation and will be leaving us earlier than the original departure date of July 1st. His last day as Epsom Campus President was Wednesday 16 November 2016. In a message to Epsom students and staff Silviu said: “I thank you for giving me […]

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