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September Community Executive Summary

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:36:11 +0100

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.

Societies Set to Close – Act Before 9th September!

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:25:08 +0100

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

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

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:42:26 +0100

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.

SU Officer Wins Prestigious University Prize

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:29:09 +0100

Activities Officer Layna Forbes was recognised for her achievements at graduation – and she has no plans to back down on her efforts!

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

Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:30:32 +0100

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.

Tuition Fee Exclusion

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:21:41 Z

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.

Understanding Autism

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:15:33 +0100

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.

Mystery Movie Night at Square One

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:28:16 Z

DHM 2025 - What is Disability History Month?

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:58:40 Z

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.

Global Music Movement Sofar Sounds Lands at Square One

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:44:09 Z

DHM 2025 - 'Disability, Life, and Death'

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:24:37 Z

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.

Live @ Square One: Your SU Comedy Club - December

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:56:42 Z

Take Care Around Cocaine: A Message from Your Local Public Health Team and Your SU

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:27:15 Z

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

March 2026 Community Executive Committee Update

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:40:02 +0100

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 March below!

Society Elections - Nominations are now OPEN!

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:55:10 Z

Society Elections 2026 are now open, giving every student the opportunity to help shape the direction, leadership, and success of their society for the year ahead. Whether you’re considering running for a role or simply want to support your community by voting, this is your moment to get involved.

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

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:35:06 Z

Students’ Union We Want Microwaves Campaign: Positive Update.

Students play role in Purple Flag award for Coventry

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:22:28 Z

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

Your Advice Service is AQS Accredited

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:18:12 Z

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

Become Exempt From Council Tax

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:17:10 Z

If you are studying a course lasting one year that involved 21 hours of study per week, you can apply to become exempt from Council Tax.

Free day pass at Your Sport this April

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:20:44 +0100

Coventry University students and staff can enjoy a free day pass to access Your Sport on Whitefriars Street to use throughout April 2026.

A new era of sport and fitness with Your Sport

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:57:11 Z

Your Students’ Union is proud to be able to launch Your Sport - a new-look sport and fitness collective for students, staff and the local city centre community.

SU CEO shares excitement around Your Sport

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:01:12 Z

To celebrate the launch of Your Sport, Coventry University Students’ Union’s Chief Executive John Abell sat down to explain how the exciting opportunity to take on the operations of Sport at the University came about.

Students celebrate inaugural 30 Most Influential Awards

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:48:12 +0100

Outstanding individuals, societies and community groups came together this week to mark the first-ever Students’ Union Top 30 Most Influential Awards.

Students to choose 2026/27 Akuma sports kits

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:52:23 +0100

Students will be given the opportunity to vote for their favourite Coventry University home and away kits as part of the launch of Your Sport across the University group.

The brand story behind Your Sport

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:18:27 +0100

Ever wondered how you launch a sport and fitness brand? Well, that was exactly the challenge facing our Marketing and Creative team and the Sport team here at Your Students’ Union over 12 months ago.