Coming to university is an exciting time and a lot happens in the first couple of weeks so we have put together a short list of things you should make sure to do to make the most of your time with the SU and so you don’t miss out on anything
- Complete your registration
One of the first to make sure you complete when coming to university is your registration. Getting this step done as early as possible will make your life so much easier when you get to campus to start life as a university student.
Being registered will give you access to all of the services you could possibly need on campus and from the Students’ Union.
Before you arrive, you should receive an email from the university with instructions on how you can register. If you arrive but haven’t completed you registration, no problem! The iCentre team on campus will be able to help you get that sorted out.
- Follow us on Instagram
A lot happens during your first couple of weeks at university and you are also receiving a lot of information that will be valuable for you as a student.
To make sure you don’t miss out on anything, make sure you give us a follow on Instagram @arulondon_su or @arul.officers for our Vice President account.
We will use Instagram to let you know about all of the upcoming events, opportunities and key information that will support you through your time at ARUL.
- Join a society
At the SU we have an ever-increasing number of societies available for you to join! A society is a student group that is led by students for students but supported by the SU.
So far, we have course-based societies, faith & cultural based societies as well as general interest based societies. If you don’t find a society, you like or matches your interests you can grab a friend or two and start up your own one! The SU will always be on hand to help you with this!
To find out more about societies – click here
- Stand or vote in the Rep Elections
Throughout the year we hold elections to determine who will be class reps and course champions for the year ahead. We have positions available for every course, every intake and every year. So even if you are new, you still need to make sure you are represented.
Reps work with the SU and the university to gather student feedback and help us make the right choices and changes to support students. Even if you don’t decide to stand in the election you can still make sure you cast your vote to decide who your representative will be.
To find out more about student voice and representation – click here
- Create your volunteer profile
Make the most of your time with us by setting up your volunteer profile and accessing our growing network of volunteering opportunities.
While you will be gaining crucial experience and skills, we will also provide you with recognition and awards for your achievements as well as having teams on hand to help you apply your newfound experience to your CV!
To find out more about volunteering – click here
- Familiarise yourself with our services
At the SU we have a multitude of services! From student voice looking after all things representation with class reps and course champions, to student activities and our increasing number of events and societies. Our new volunteering scheme is also in full swing for you to gain some valuable skills, experience and recognition.
But importantly, we know sometimes that situations occur where you might need some extra support. We have an independent and confidential, AQS accredited advice service that can provide both academic and welfare support.
To find out about all of our services – click here
- Keep up to date with our newsletters
Each month we send out a newsletter with updates on key events that are coming up, we also spotlight our amazing students who give their time to making the experience of the student body better!
We will also keep you up to date with key information and updates from feedback that will have been given to us for us to work on!
It’s a little bit of light reading but you will get a lot of use from it!