https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/marie-s-winter-socials

Hey folks, Marie here with another blog – Introducing my Winter Socials! Wow, time truly flies! December is already here, and I can smell the festive atmosphere! I know how the holiday can be a happy time for some, but to other students may bring sadness, it may feel isolating, or may not mean...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/how-to-avoid-payday-splurges

 ✏️ by LJ McAiney (Academic Inclusivity Rep) With the second instalment of student finance dropping this January, we know that the urge to splurge is pending! Don’t worry though, here are five easy things I do to manage my money at uni - and make it last!    1.Make sure your rent is paid...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/your-march-update-from-jmsu

Hey! 👋 Here’s what’s happening across JMSU this month. 🍀 Pop ups, workshops and campus events throughout March ⛳ Career opportunities at The Open Championship 📚 Free books at LibFest 💙 Varsity is coming back bigger than ever 🗳️ JMSU Elections and ways to get involved Coming Up This M...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/international-pronouns-day-2024

In light of International Pronouns Day, which occurs on the third Wednesday of October each year, we at JMSU are huge advocates for showing positive visibility for the LGBTQ+ community not just on this day but all year round. This day reminds us to make conscious efforts to respect, share...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/10-things-to-know-during-the-winter-break

Before you log off, layer up, and dive into festive treats, here are 10 things to know to help you rest, recharge, and stay in the know this Winter Break.    1.  JMSU Is Closed Over Winter Break 🎄  We will be closed in line with the university closure period, with services and activities...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/how-to-be-an-ally-standing-together-against-islamophobia

November marks Islamophobia Awareness Month. You might be wondering why this matters to you. The truth is that we can all play a part in tackling Islamophobia. It starts with the choices we make every day: how we speak, how we listen, and how we stand up for one another.  At JMSU, we believe t...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/trans-day-of-visibility-creating-community-within-jmsu

As we celebrate trans day of visibility this year, we want to make sure that trans and non-binary students and staff feel safe, seen and included here at JMSU. It's important to us, as your Students' Union, to fight for what matters to you - to ensure your university experience is the best it can...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/useful-information-over-the-winter-break

In preparation for semester one drawing to a close, we've listed the in person and online support services, information and contacts which may be useful to you over the festive period. Updated open/close times across campus We will close our JMSU reception and services on Tuesday 20 Decembe...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/lgbt-history-month-more-than-a-month

Hi Guys! Shaquita here. This LGBT+ History Month, I want to celebrate, reflect, and educate myself and others on those in the community that made it possible for us to be who we are today. As a queer, black woman LGBTQ+ history month is particularly special for me, and I would like to take this t...

https://www.jmsu.co.uk/articles/useful-information-over-winter-break

Before we drive home for Christmas and tuck into one too many mince pies, here’s some useful information and services available to support you over the Winter Break. Christmas Closure We will be hanging up our stockings on Wednesday 20th December and will reopen our doors to welcome in the ...