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It's Arrivals Weekend, and our outlets are back open and excited to welcome you on campus!
We are appalled by the recent far-right extremist riots that have caused fear and destruction across the country.
The academic year has just concluded, and it was a great year to be a postgraduate student at Queen Mary, with the Students’ Union becoming increasingly passionate about the involvement of our postgraduate community with Students’ Union events.
It's that time of year again to say goodbye to our Executive Officers who have served this year. Read what they achieved and their highlights of the year.
Read about what happened at the Annual Student Meeting on Friday 12 July and view the motions that were passed
Read highlights from the Postgraduate Consultation Groups and what we've been doing to improve your postgraduate experience at Queen Mary.
Find out more about the university's proposed closure of Westfield Nursery and how you can join the campaign and make your voice heard.
Watch the full video and read the full statement here
The General Election is on 4 July, and we're here to help you get ready. Not sure if you can vote, what ID you need, or who to vote for? Read our tips.
As we are heading into the summer holiday period, our outlets will be open with their reduced summer opening times.
DDS can currently add an ‘EC Evidence’ support type, signalling that students with certain conditions may not typically need to provide evidence when making a claim. Although this feature was lacking while reviewing requests previously, a big thanks to our Vice-President for Science and Engineering, Aisha Qadi's constant effort this has now been added to the reviewing process, successfully achieving yet another manifesto goal.
The Postgraduate Consultation Group is the Students' Union's way to communicate with PGRs directly to improve their University experience. Read our recent discoveries, and how we will work on these suggestions.
Read our latest statement on the student-led encampment on the Mile End campus and how to access help and support
A new temporary exhibit & summer events programme exploring Queen Mary's surrounding ecologies and histories
A relaxed space on our Whitechapel campus providing great food and drink. In the evenings, the space transforms to host a range of events.
Over the last few weeks, we hosted the Annual Awards Ceremonies for societies & student media, sports, and volunteering groups.
As we head into exam season, we're changing some of our opening times. Drapers will be closed temporarily but the rest of our outlets will be open with reduced hours.
A space for quiet reflection and prayer for both students and staff on the second floor of the Students' Union Hub.
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Chill-out space where you can socialise with your friends. In the evenings, it is home to some of our club nights.
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Hear from the Christian Unions on why Christians celebrate Easter and the greatest love story ever told.
Great quality food at affordable prices, it is also home to some of our biggest and best on-campus events.
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To wrap up Asian Heritage Month, we spoke to members of Queen Mary’s Sri Lankan Society during their annual Sri Lankan New Year Celebration at Laird Hall.
Qmotion is home to a fully equipped open plan gym, a Sports hall, a Female only gym, squash court and Studio rooms hosting a range of daily activities and classes.
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"AHM is not only a celebration of the traditions and values I’ve inculcated in my childhood but also a testament to how far South Asians come by way of development and acceptance."
Next week is Easter and a national holiday across the UK. Because of this, our commercial outlets and gym will be operating with different opening times.
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Pao Swen Tseng (also known by Zeng Baosun) was a student of botany at Westfield College in the 1910s who became the first Chinese woman to graduate from the University of London. Read her story.
During Disability Awareness Fortnight, Giorgia Pigato (Education and Recognition Adviser) ran a training session on inclusive teaching with DDS (Disability and Dyslexia Service).
The academic year has just concluded, and it was a great year to be a postgraduate student at Queen Mary!
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Courtesy of the Queen Mary Archives. Here’s a glimpse at some of the notable Asian alumni who attended Queen Mary throughout the decades.
I think Disability Awareness and Disability Rights are such a complicated topic because there is such a wide range of disabilities.
Read more on the history of Islam in the East End which dates back to the 16th century
Wanna try something totally different, or level up the skills and expertise for your degree, we’ve got an opportunity to suit you! We'll be at the Welcome Fair on 19 & 20 September.
Relax in our high street style café with a great range of food and drink from toasted paninis to Fairtrade coffee and refreshing fruit smoothies.
The PGCG is a brainchild of both discussions in the 2022/23 Postgraduate Board subcommittee of Student Council.
Muhammad Mohib, a final year Economics and Politics student, has some study tips.
The Queen Mary Salsa Society competed and secured a place at the biggest UK Latin Dance Intervarsity Competition at Birmingham.
Disability Awareness Fortnight allows people to share their stories and feel heard. Hear from some of our organising committee about their experiences!
This year’s theme for Islamophobia Awareness Month is #MuslimStories. To celebrate this theme, we bring you the stories of our IAM Planning Committee Members and wider QM Muslim student community.
Our brand new menu is here featuring delicious burgers, wings & things, loaded fries, shakes and sharers. The hard part will be deciding what to order!
The Students' Union is currently running an initiative to improve postgraduate research experience by speaking with our PGR community directly.
Fahd Pervaiz, a 3rd year PhD student at the School of Engineering and Materials Science, has some study tips.
Admittedly, LGBTQ history month has usually come and gone with almost nothing happening in my hometown. Living in London has given me a new perspective on the month, being surrounded not only by diverse LGBTQ history but also so much of it.
Disability Awareness Fortnight is an opportunity for us to come together as a community to raise awareness of the various disabilities that exist and to dispel myths about people with disabilities.
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “The best day on which the sun has risen is Friday”. On this special day, the usual midday prayer is replaced with the Friday prayer, or ‘Salat al-Jumu’ah’ in Arabic. Read the history and find out more!
From one-off events to regular volunteering opportunities, we'll help you find something that suits your interests and your timetable. Join us on Wednesday 25th September 2024.
Each month we award the Course Rep of the Month title to a rep from each faculty.
you can view the course rep of the month's winners here.
Learn more about BL Families, our Welcome Week peer mentoring scheme for students at Barts and The London.
New for 2024-25! Check out our range of daily drinks deals and save £££. Avaliable every day in The Griff from 5pm, perfect for a get-together with friends
Tailored Guidance for Postgraduates
Your current VP Communities and VP S&E, Matthew and Aisha, are writing to our international student members with an update on the state of their representation within QMSU...
Meet our Clubs & Societies and grab some exclusive discounts and freebies at the Welcome Fair on Thursday 19 & Friday 20 September
Enjoy our Daily Drinks Deals including buy one get one free on cocktails & mocktails, £5 off bottles of wine, 2 for 1 on craft bottles & cans and much more!
Take advantage of our classic meal deal and grab a main, snack and drink for just £3.69. We offer plenty of choices for a great price, including Halal, Vegetarian and Vegan options.
Make use of the Students' Union free food pantry when you find yourself short after paying for bills, rent or transport, available at the Students' Union Hub reception.
Since the exams moved online a few years ago we have seen an increase in academic misconduct, find out how you can avoid academic misconduct.
Download and view our latest drinks menu here.
During the Welcome Fair some of our Clubs and Societies will be showcasing their activities in our performance and demo area outside Ground Cafe. View the full line-up and decide what you'll go along and see!
Grab a Student Membership at Qmotion from less than £12 a month. We've also got an exclusive academic year deal available for a limited time only. Like with all our memberships you also get free personalised training plans, group fitness classes and there's no joining fees!
Shall seek feedback on activities and represent all students studying at the Malta campus.
From nominations to voting, find out everything you need to know about being a candidate during our Autumn Elections.
All our members can access a free personalised training programme every 6 weeks.
Moving into Halls this September? Pre-order our pillows, duvets, towels and kitchen starter packs and collect from the Village Shop when you arrive on campus.
Transition to Postgraduate Life
Jules, a QMUL student studying for their MSc in Astrophysics will be one of the student presenters at the London Student Sustainability Conference. Their presentation is focused on the fifth UN SDG, ‘gender equality’ and will focus on how trans rights fits into this goal.
The Griff serves a range of sandwiches, hot paninis, toasties and snacks all day every day. Perfect if you're on the go and need a quick bite to eat!
For only £1.20 you can grab a hot drink to go, or take a break from your studies or research and enjoy in our comfortable space.
DDS Team give advice on the support they give for Long-Term Health conditions
Drapers and Drapers Lounge are available for all Clubs & Societies to book for their events and activities. Please book via our new online form and we will get back to you!
Volunteering at uni doesn’t have to be a big commitment. We’ve got you covered with our ‘Give Volunteering a Go’ calendar of opportunities, full of half and full-day events.
Got a hobby or passion you love, or something new you really want to try? We have over 300 Societies and Sports Clubs that will link you up with other people who like the same stuff too!
With the evening darkness setting in at 4pm now, more than ever does the Cost of Living crisis truly feel like a crisis. Here are some top tip from your Students' Union President.
Eszter, the Postgraduate Engagement Assistant shares top tips for balancing work and wellbeing, in this Study Well article!
Our New Academic Year Deal is here for staff and the local community with 10% off all annual memberships for a limited time
Shall seek feedback from and represent all students studying at the Malta campus on education issues.
The Students' Union’s Asian Heritage Month campaign takes place in March, led by our student groups and reps, and is aimed at celebrating Asian heritage and culture.
Visit the Union Shop to check out our great new range of official Queen Mary branded clothing, merchandise, stationery and gifts. You can also buy from our new online shop.
Take advantage of our classic meal deal and grab a main, snack and drink for just £3.69. We offer plenty of choice for a great price, including Halal, Vegetarian and Vegan options.
Regular coffee drinker? Pick up one of our loyalty cards to get your free coffee!
Ensuring Postgraduates are Heard
Still unsure about whether to nominate yourself as a Part-Time Officer? Find out more about the experience from Alexandre Duponcheele, Sustainability Officer BL.
Got a hobby or passion you love, or something new you really want to try? We have over 300 Societies and Sports Clubs that will link you up with other people who like the same stuff too!
Here's a few helpful tips to get you through this season!
A statement from the Executive Officers
Students are at risk of becoming the forgotten group in the cost of living crisis.
We can’t let that happen. Take part in our Cost of Living survey here.
Helps to engage students in Malta by supporting marketing, campaigns and social media.
We are delighted to announce the arrival of our new QMSU Sport app. The app is the one-stop-shop for all your on-campus sport, health and wellbeing needs.
The leader of the Dental Society represents Dental students and works to improve their student experience within dentistry.
Works to develop links with Barts and The London graduates. They'll provide them with updates and support with events and activities.
Looking for a tasty meal on campus? Check out our brand new 2024-25 food menu here featuring burgers, loaded fries, wings & things, milkshakes and sharers
Did you know the Village Shop stocks a wide range of world foods and international groceries? Check it out in-store today!
Visit the Union Café for our delicious range of freshly made protein shakes, smoothies, bubble teas and coffees to go.
Find out more from Jules Buet, our LGBT+ Rep (Mile End), what it's like to be a Part-time officer.
On 20 November we remember the trans people who have been killed as a result of transphobia and acts of anti-transgender violence over the past year.
PhD research candidate, Amy Dowse, has put together an A-Z of disabilities outlining causes, symptoms and treatments.
Organises events for students in Malta and supports the promotion of events and activities.
The Students' Union’s LGBTQ+ History Month campaign takes place during national LGBTQ+ History Month in February and is led by our LGBT+ societies and reps.
Represents society members and acts as their voice, approves new societies, allocates funding and helps to improve society processes and support.
Try out our Buzzfeed quiz to see what student group you should join!
Looking for a tasty meal on campus? Check out our kitchen menu offering breakfast pancakes , burgers, loaded fries, pizzas and sharers. Freshly-made sandwiches, baguettes, paninis and snacks also available each day
View our new drinks menu for 2024-25 and our daily Happy Hour deals to help you save £££
We've selected a coffee blend that tastes great, is good for the environment and gives back to the communities where it was created
We're delighted to open several new spaces in The Garrod Building this week. Read more about the project and what's coming soon too!
We offer a hospitality service for all types of activities, events and meetings for students, staff and local businesses. View the hospitality menu & venue hire guide here.
Supports by helping to schedule and promote meetings, taking minutes and ensuring the meetings operate smoothly.
The Students' Union’s Jewish Heritage Fortnight campaign is led by our Jewish and Israel Society, aimed at celebrating Jewish heritage and culture and raising awareness of antisemitism.
Creates change and represents BL students of African, Asian, Caribbean, Arab, Latin American & Pacific descent.
We're bringing you our annual Sustainability Week, from 13-17 November, in the lead-up to COP-28!
We offer a hospitality service for all types of activities, events and meetings in The Griff, Old Library and Garrod Building. View the Hospitality & Venue Hire guide here.
Disability Awareness Fortnight is our campaign coinciding with national Disability History Month and is led by our Disabled and SLD Reps for Mile End and Barts and The London.
The ongoing crisis in Palestine and Israel has been one that has concerned many of us. The incoming reports on the tragic loss of life in the run-up to and in recent days have horrified us all at the Students' Union and our communities on campus.
Represents society members and acts as their voice, approves new societies, allocates funding and helps to improve society processes and support.
The Students' Union’s Islamophobia Awareness Month campaign takes place during national Islamophobia Awareness Month in November and is led by our student groups and reps.
Represents BL Sports Clubs and their members and leads the Club Sport Committee to approve new Sports Clubs and allocate funding.
This year's theme is 'mental health for all' and we're opening up the conversation and taking the opportunity to talk about mental health, share tips and advice and let you know what help and support we have on, and off, campus for you. Your mind matters!
Represents Sports Clubs and their members and leads the Club Sport Committee to approve new Sports Clubs and allocate funding.
The Students' Union’s Black History Month campaign takes place during national Black History Month in October and is led by our student groups and reps.
We're starting drop in sessions at BLSA so that students at our Whitechapel campus can get to know our Students' Union teams and have the chance to ask questions and speak to someone directly from different departments.
Seeks feedback and represents students on welfare, equal opportunity and welfare issues.
Read our joint statement with the university on the recent hate speech incidents, what we're doing about it and how you can access support
Runs campaigns and projects, organises events and raises awareness of sustainable behaviours and issues.
See our opening times for Arrivals Weekend and Semester 1.
Learn about the work we are doing through our action plan to challenge all forms of sexual and gender-based violence at Queen Mary.
From one off gigs to regular commitments, we'll help you find something that suits your interests and your timetable. Attend our Volunteering Fair TOMORROW, 25 October, to find out more.
Seeks feedback from and represents students involved in volunteering. They also support events and training.
Helps to engage students in BLSA by supporting marketing, campaigns and social media and by developing the BLSA brand.
Course Reps are elected students who represent their cohort and act as a liaison between staff and students. Over the last academic year, all of our Course Reps have worked exceptionally hard to represent their cohort and improve the learning experience at QMUL.
VP Barts is one of the BLSA student leaders. They lead operations zone, plan flagship events and community-building initiatives & support BLSA operations
Organises events for students at Barts and The London and supports the promotion of events and activities.
We say a massive thank you and a sad goodbye to our Executive Officers who have served this year. We spoke to each of them to find out what their best and favourite achievements (to name a few) were.
Seeks feedback from & represents Year 1, 2 & foundation students, works with Education Zone to improve the student experience
I believe that true learning extends beyond textbooks and lectures. It thrives within the realms of observation, discussion, and exploration of ideas. I extend a heartfelt invitation to each and every one of you. This summit is not a mere event but an opportunity for personal and collective growth. Your voice, your ideas, your opinions matter.
Seeks feedback from & represents Year 3, 4 & 5 students at BL, works with Education Zone to improve the student experience
Seeks feedback from and is voice of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Trans plus BL community. They also work on related campaigns and projects.
Seeks feedback from and represents international students at BL on the academic and welfare issues affecting them.
Seeks feedback from and represents HSS international students on the academic and welfare issues affecting them.
Our Tamil Society has gained well-deserved recognition as they featured recently in the Tamil Guardian for their exhilarating Olympic Games event held on 2 April 2023.
The RAG Officer (BL) will choose the BL RAG charities for the year and work with others to find innovative, exciting ways to fundraise.
Represents and collects feedback from students. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
Queen Mary Malaysian Society prepare for their massive end-of-year showcase, MNight.
Represents and collects feedback from students. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
Update 31 March: Strike action that was due to take place from Monday 3 April has now been cancelled. Teaching will continue as normal.
Meet some of our students as they share thoughts on their passions, hobbies, culture and more!
Represents and collects feedback from students. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
On March 6th, the Association of British and Chinese University Students (ABACUS) and K-pop Society jointly held a Chimaek Night for members.
Represent and collect feedback from students. You'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
India and Pakistan have always been sports rivals for decades. But among students, this rivalry is usually turned into friendship and love.
Represents and collects feedback from History students. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
Please read our joint update with Queen Mary UCU on the industrial action and sign the petition for deducted wages to go to the student hardship fund.
Represents and collects feedback from Law students. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on lots of aspects of the student experience.
I think the one unconditional love that will always remain is the love I have for my family. Culture certainly plays a huge part in that love.
Represents and collects feedback from students in the school. They'll also chair the School Forum and work on the student experience.
Trying to save some cash but need some ideas on what to do in London? Check out our quick guide to give you some inspiration.
Despite the legal and societal marginalization faced by the LGBTQ+ community, queer life in London still thrived in secret throughout history.
At the very center of our campus is the Novo Cemetery – a reminder of the rich Jewish history that surrounds East London. The contributions of Jewish people to the East End and London as a whole are significant.
Supports the BLSA Board by helping to schedule and promote meetings, taking minutes and ensuring the meetings operate smoothly.
This is a statement of Queen Mary Students’ Union’s solidarity with the current QMUCU strike action.
Supports the Humanities & Social Sciences Board by helping to promote board meetings, taking minutes and ensuring the meetings operate smoothly.
The Board of Trustees have released a statement on the Students' Union's disaffiliation from the National Union of Students (NUS) following the Annual Student Meeting.
Find out more about what happened at the Annual Student Meeting on Monday 28th November 2022 and see what students decided should become Students' Union policy.
As many of you are aware, UCU is currently considering taking strike action or another form of industrial action. Read our frequently asked questions here.
We're delighted to announce a £6 million investment in new facilities at the Whitechapel Campus. Find out more at our open exhibition on Friday
The people of Pakistan are currently facing unprecedented devastation due to floods. Our thoughts are with all those affected and with the Pakistani community as a whole.
Mile End is a residential hub with a community vibe surrounded by green spaces. A place for quietness, whilst still being in close proximity to the city, there is no better location to be to experience all that London has to offer.
Whitechapel is a vibrant and multicultural part of the city with amazing links to the hotspots and iconic places which make London famous. Feel the heart and soul of London here, and experience city life at its finest.
Assists with BLSA finances, managing the association fund, funding applications & assisting VPs in funding for flagship events.
It’s difficult to talk about the journey coffee has through without acknowledging its dark past. The road to ending up in all of our lives..
VP London is one of the BLSA student leaders. They plan flagship events & community-building initiatives & support BLSA operations.
Our latest statement and action plan regarding incidents of sexual violence and harassment.
Your Trans Representative Courtney Mann shares a statement on the repealing of the Gender Recognition Act
Seeks feedback and represents students on welfare, equal opportunity and welfare issues in the School of Medicine and Dentistry.
Read the statement from your Executive Officers, expressing their solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement
Seeks feedback and represents students in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences on matters such as welfare and equal opportunity.
Sign the open letter that was sent to the University over their response to George Floyd's murder and the Black Lives Matter movement
Take a look at some resources of how you can help and support those who need it right now, which were kindly compiled by our ACS Society..
Don't forgot to check out Part 2 of our Be Kind To Your Mind Guide, which focuses on mindfulness, learning new skills and giving back to the community!
Seeks feedback from & represents students within Wolfson Institute of Population Health, works with Education Zone to improve the student experience
As part of our Be Kind To Your Mind re-launch, we talk about the importance of connecting with others and staying active during your time inside during Covid-19
Seeks feedback and represents the interests of women and is their voice on issues they face. They also lead the Women's Forum.