Swansea Open 2023 - An interview with the winner, Karol Dierzuk

Swansea and the surrounding area has a rich cultural heritage and preserving the centres where this can be celebrated is an important part of sustaining and encouraging the creative community. So the annual art competition The Swansea Open held at the Glynn Vivian gallery ticks both these boxes.
Swansea Student Media's Hannah Reed met with the winner Karol Dierzuk to find out more about her winning piece "The Unreality of Time"

Introducing the GWA Teams of the Month

Celebrating Sporting Excellence: Introducing the GWA Teams of the Month at Swansea University

Budget Friendly Meals - Mozzarella Baked Tortellini

To help our students through the Cost of Living crisis, we've put together some budget-friendly recipes, each providing 4 servings of warm food while costing less than £12

Summer Bus Information

The UniBws service will run a reduced timetable over the summer, starting from June 11th

Working in the UK as an International student

The International @ Campus Life Team have put together some tips to keep in mind when applying for your right to work in the UK, as an international student.

Anti-Spiking Measures in Your SU!

This year your SU has revisited and reinvested into the anti-spiking measures that we provide to our students on campus and with out partners.

It's Enviromenstrual Week!

Environmenstrual Week is between 17th-21st October 2022 and this year the focus is on period shame.

Spotting FAKE Freshers wristbands.

There's nothing worse than getting hyped up and purchasing a wristband labelled "The ULTIMATE Freshers experience", only to realise it's a FAKE! Don't worry, we are here to help!

How to Survive Your Freshers Year at Swansea Uni

It's everyones favourite 'F' Word..."Freshers".

If you're a soon to be Swansea Uni Fresher and are looking for some advice on how to make the most out of your first year at Uni, then you're in luck. We've put together some of our best advice to ensure you stay ahead of the game at Uni.

Big Move Out Tips

It's that time of year again, we've put some handy tips and reminders together for you to move out of your student house.

Varsity Stock

Now in Fulton Outfitters!

UCU Strike Update

The Swansea branch of the University and College Union (UCU) has recently voted to take further industrial action relating to working conditions and pensions at Swansea University, beginning the week commencing 28th March.

SU Elections 2022 Results

The results are in! After four days of intense campaigning and voting, you, the students of Swansea University made your voices heard.

Meet Your 2022 Elections Candidates!

Click here to hear from some of the friendly faces running to be your next SU Officer team.

Ukraine Invasion - Student Support

At this troubling time, we wanted to reach out to our diverse student community to remind you that support is available to you.

A Beginners Guide to Varsity for the Casual Spectator

The Great Welsh Varsity is an unparalleled staple of life at Swansea University. Ask any sportsman or sportswoman on campus about the significance of this day and I’m sure they will not hesitate to inform you of their pre-match training, and the anti-Cardiff chants that they have arguably spent just as long practicing.

Sports Hardship Fund

Have finances ever stopped you from joining a sports team and leading a more active life during your time at university?

Welsh Varsity Returns After Two-Year Hiatus

Following a two-year break due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the date for the 2022 Welsh Varsity between Cardiff and Swansea Universities has been confirmed.

Update from Your FTOs

Your Full-Time Officers have issued the following update.

Elections Announcement!

Our Full-time and Part-time Officer Elections happen every year. They are a chance for you as a Student at Swansea University to have your say and stand for what you believe in within the Uni.

Statement from your SU

Swansea University Students’ Union and Swansea University have been made aware of content published on social media by a student society.

Exam Buses from Bay Campus

During the exam period, from 5th to 21st January 2022, special free exam coaches will pick up from the Bay Campus (bus bays opposite Computational Foundry Building) and drop off at Singleton Campus/Sports Centre.

SU Winter Break Update

Your Students’ Union will be closing for the Winter Break on Friday 17th December 2021. Our services, shops, and venues will also operate on different hours over the break. Click here to find out more information.

Be Mighty Recycle This Christmas

Keep up the MIGHTY recycling effort this Christmas to help get Wales to number one

Balls-eye!

Imagine this.... you’re in the Refectory with your teammates, everyone's dressed as well-known Heros and Villains, your sports captains and members are battling it out in a game of darts while you win points for your team by taking part in various challenges.... OH, then imagine there’s a 150” pair of balls hanging from the ceiling...

Have your say on Wales' response to the climate emergency during ‘COP Cymru’

Statement from your SU

Student safety is our top priority here at Swansea Uni SU.

Please read our full statement from your SU and Full-time Officers!

Important Information for Students Regarding COVID Passes

In light of Welsh Government decisions on the introduction of NHS COVID passed from Monday 11th of October, we are encouraging students to get prepared.

Missed Freshers Fayre?

If you missed Freshers Fayre or just want to refresh yourself with all the sports and societies we have at Swansea, click here and you can find their contact info.

Your Wellbeing Matters

Whatever the issue, big or small, our free and confidential Advice and Support Centre are on hand to help with it.

Freshtival Wristbands on Sale NOW!!

Freshtival is open to EVERYONE, not just Freshers. If you’re a Swansea Uni student and fancy making up for lost time, grab your ticket!

Our Sustainability Commitment

At your SU, we’re passionate about protecting the environment and reversing climate change. That’s why we’ve adopted a new and improved p policy that aims to make us as sustainable an organisation as we can be within the not-too-distant future.

Goodbye to your 2020/21 FTO Team

Just like that, another year in Swansea has flown by! This year has been different for a whole host of reasons, and while it may not have been what we expected, we’re really proud of what your Officers have achieved over the year.

Period Dignity

Period poverty is a growing issue in our society, an issue only made more difficult over the pandemic. Your all-female Officer Team understood this issue and wanted to use their platform to help students affected by period poverty in Swansea.

Swansea Sirens Mental Health Report

Looking after the mental health of university students is particularly important because of all of the challenges that can come along with university life.

Join the Swansea Student Media Team!

There is a wide variety of rolls available for students from any degree or discipline. No prior experience with any of the teams if required, all training is provided.

SU Awards 2021

Nominations are now OPEN!

Welsh Wednesday Podcast

Catch up on all the Welsh Wednesday Podcasts created by your Welsh Affairs Officer, Katie Phillips.

SU Easter Update & Opening Times

The Return of the SU Bars!

We’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who made it down to enjoy a drink in the sunshine with us. After the huge success of our outdoor areas and the latest news on relaxation of Covid-19 regulations, we are very happy to announce that we will be reopening your Students’ Union bars!

Graduate Outcomes Survey

The Graduate Outcomes survey is a statutory, national survey managed by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). It is the biggest annual social survey in the UK and captures information on the activities and perspectives of graduates. Simply put, it’s your opportunity to be part of the big picture of education!

SU Easter Update

Click here to see updates on our services while the SU Offices are closed from Wednesday the 31st March until Thursday 15th April.

Student Forum 23.03.2021

If you missed the Student Forum earlier this week, you can watch it back here!

SU Elections 2021 - Winner's Acceptance Speeches

The results are in! And your team of Student Officers are so excited to get started! They've put some videos together to introduce themselves and thank their campaign teams.

SU Elections 2021 - The Results Videos

Census 2021

All students should be included in the census.

Wherever you are, from halls to your old bedroom at home, every student should be included in the census.

Need to Talk Right Now?

It’s vital that when people reach out for support or share their experiences of ill mental health that they are treated with dignity, respect and empathy. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, support is here and you will be listened to.

Candidate Straw Polls

We know that it can be tricky to pick out a candidate that speaks for you amongst some crowded fields. That’s why we’ve asked the candidates to fill in these straw polls to help you understand where their priorities are for the next year.

Rep of the Month - February

The ‘Rep of the month’ is to reward and recognise the hard work and contribution of the Reps throughout the year, and here are some of the people who support your academic experience behind the scenes.

AGM 2021 Review

This year’s AGM, our first held virtually, opened with introductions from your Full-Time Officers who presented the meeting.

National Student Survey

The NSS gives you the opportunity to say what you think about your course at Swansea.

The University will also use this information to make real changes to the student experience.

Responses will remain anonymous to your university or college.

AGM Motions

The AGM provides the opportunity to vote on any motions that are put forward. A motion is a way to make a change to how the SU runs.

What's An AGM?

So it’s time for this year’s AGM! You might be new to Swansea or haven’t attended one before. We’ve put together some common questions and answers so you can know what to expect from this year’s AGM!

Welsh Government announce £40 million for students

SU President Ffion welcomes the funding to help cover expenses like accommodation costs and also improve access to online learning.

We're One of the Most Vegan-Friendly Unis in the UK!

We are thrilled to be listed by PETA as one of the most vegan-friendly universities in the UK!

Election Announced!

Keep an eye on our website for updates.

Annual Impact Report

Take a look at what we've done over the past 12 months to enhance the student experience at Swansea.

Virtual Refreshers

Chat to societies and the SU Officer team virtually between 2pm and 4pm.

Christmas Update

An update from the SU

Our Strategic Plan

We are here to make your student life better, and here's how we plan to do it.

Run to be an SU Officer

Click here to run to be an SU Officer or to the positions available in our Elections.

Veganuary Ambassadors

British Sign Language Resources

This November, we are raising awareness of the issues felt by our students with disabilities, as part of Disability History Month. Your elected Commuter Students Officer has put together a list of online resources on British Sign Language.

Diversifying Library Collections

Your Education Officer, Theresa, comments on the library diversifying its collections.

Black History Month Events

If you've missed any of our events from the months celebrations, we've got your back...

Call and collect at Costcutter

You can now order your shopping via phone and collect in our Costcutter store on Singleton Campus.

Join the Student Sports Committee!

Free Online Mental Health Support

BAME Students' Advisory Committee

Your Education Officer Theresa has won the VoxStudents challenge to turn her idea of a BAME Students' Advisory Committee into reality.

Local lockdown restrictions

Face coverings on campus

Face masks must be worn by staff and students. Read about the Covid-19 health and safety measures

Autumn Elections Announced!

Welcome Volunteers Needed

Stand in our Autumn Elections

We are looking to elect Subject Reps, Part-time Officers and NUS Delegates to represent the student body

Officers' Update

Your New Full-Time Officers