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LGBT+ History Month: Activities to get involved in!

February is LGBT+ History Month, an annual time to learn and reflect on the history of the LGBTQIA+ community. Here at YourSU, the LGBTQIA+ Student Community is hosting different events and activities this week where you can learn more about the community, and celebrate the impact that LGBTQIA+ individuals have had on society.

 
Tuition Fee Exclusion
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The University has excluded some students due to outstanding tuition fee debts. If this has happened to you, here’s what it means, and what you can do about it.

 
January 2026 Community Executive Summary

Our Community Engagement Leads (CELs) meet once every month to update each other on what they’ve been getting up to. Read more about their progress from January below!

 
LGBT+ History Month

Since first being celebrated in the UK in 2005, LGBT+ History Month has been commemorated through themes, which often explore parts of society, culture, or history that might be relevant to the groups assciated with the month. These themes are decided by activists within the LGBT Community, with this years theme focusing on Science and Innovation.

 
Your Advice Service is AQS Accredited
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Your Students' Union is excited to announce that the Advice Service has officially achieved Advice Quality Standard (AQS) accreditation for casework - students.

 
Top 30 Most Influential Students

Our Awards are back but this year we've decided to do things differently!

 
Students play role in Purple Flag award for Coventry
Representatives from Coventry University Group and The Students' Union

Your Students' Union Officer played a key role in supporting the city of Coventry being awarded Purple Flag status - a major international accreditation recognising the city as a safe destination after dark

 
‘We Now Have Microwaves’ - Update on the microwaves campaign.

Students’ Union We Want Microwaves Campaign: Positive Update.

 
Join a Society
Students at a Societies event

Societies are an excellent source of friend-making, entertainment and an opportunity for skill development that can improve your student experience.
Any students can join a society, lead a society or just follow the events.

 
Take Care Around Cocaine: A Message from Your Local Public Health Team and Your SU
A stallholder in a purple hoodie from CGL giving information about drug use and support to someone a

A reminder about how to help keep people safe from harm who use substances, specifically cocaine.

 
DHM 2025 - 'Disability, Life, and Death'

Much like other commemorative months, DHM has, since its creation in 2010, been celebrated through themes, which often explore parts of society, culture, or history that might be relevant to the group associated with the commemorative month – and is decided by activists within the community relevant to the commemorative month.

 
DHM 2025 - What is Disability History Month?
A cartoon image of multiple people with different disabilities

In the UK, Disability History Month (DHM) starts on the 24th of November and ends on the 20th of December. During this period, people are encouraged to celebrate the achievements of disabled people whilst also recognising and reflecting on the challenges they may still face. This article explores what DHM is, why it's important to celebrate it, and how you can join the Students' Union in getting involved with DHM this year.

 
September Community Executive Summary

We have had the first Community Executive of the year and are really excited to have lots of updates from the Student Communities. Find out below what our communities have been up to.

 
Understanding Autism
Layna Forbes, the Activities Officer, sits on outdoor campus steps smiling. She wears a white blouse

Activities Officer Layna Forbes addresses recent misinformation linking Tylenol (Paracetamol) use during pregnancy and vaccines to autism. This article reassures students that scientific evidence does not support these claims, explains what autism is, and emphasises understanding, acceptance, and inclusion. It also highlights trusted resources such as the NHS and the National Autistic Society, alongside university and SU support services for students seeking guidance or wellbeing support.

 
🏆 Law Society Achieves Gold Excellence Award – First of the Year!

Last week, we caught up with the incredible committee behind Coventry University’s Law Society — the first society this year to receive the prestigious Gold Excellence Award.

 
🎨Art Society Wins Excellence Award: A Year of Creativity, Confidence & Community

This year, the Art Society set out to do something bold—not just to run events or host workshops, but to create a real space for connection, creativity, and confidence. And what a year it’s been.

 
Societies Set to Close – Act Before 9th September!

We’re saying goodbye to several societies this year — unless you step in.

 
Accountability Panels are back!

Your Officers were elected earlier this year and have been busy working towards the goals they set out in their Manifestos. Now it’s time to see how they’re getting on!

 
Your SU Impact 2025
Your SU Staff Members smiling and clapping

Your Students’ Union is dedicated to improving your time at University and supporting student success. 2025 was a busy year as we continued to implement our strategic plan and work towards this mission.

 
 

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