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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.

Student Newsletter 28.09

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:32:18 +0100

Student Newsletter 12.10

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:33:20 +0100

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.

🎨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.

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.

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.

Avoid Paying Council Tax

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:25:25 +0100

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.

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.

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.

Sports Awards 2026 Winners

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:41:57 +0100

Check out the winners of this years sports awards

International Students: Could the UKVI owe you money?

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:06:08 +0100

International students could be eligible for a partial refund for their Student visa or Student Child visa.

Students Paint Beautiful Police Station Mural

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:00:39 +0100

Coventry University students have been positively impacting the local community by painting a mural at a West Midlands Police station.

Commonwealth Games Success for Sports Scholarship Alumni

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:40:04 +0100

Four Coventry University Sports Scholarship Alumni represented their respective countries on the international stage at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Beware of Housing Scams

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:24:09 +0100

A Student's Guide to Safe Renting.

Are You an International Student Feeling Homesick?

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:38:49 +0100

Feeling homesick or overwhelmed as an international student is more common than you think. In this article, your Activities Officer, Raghav Sharma shares his journey of moving to the UK as an international student and how you can find your community, settle in, and thrive at Coventry University.

What are Societies and how can you get involved?

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:45:17 +0100

Societies are student-led groups you can join alongside your studies. Whether you want to be a member, lead a society, or just want to follow along. Find out what societies are available to you and how you can join them.

Monthly Society Winners for Coventry

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:33:49 +0100

Every month, we recognise outstanding societies and committee members who go above and beyond to create welcoming, engaging spaces for students through their activities, approaches, and passion.

Learn, grow, develop this World Mental Health day …and beyond!

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:23:07 +0100

In honour of World Mental Health day, why not prioritise your own growth and development this October? Read on to find out how…

'Less Stress, More Success' This Semester!

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:51 +0100

Down about deadlines? Agonising over assessments? Or simply feeling overwhelmed with Uni life? Your SU have teamed up with the experts to provide you with some activities specifically designed to help manage those stressful feelings. Read on to find out more…

World Menopause Awareness Day – 18th October 2026

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:29:38 +0100

Menopause Awareness Day is the 18th of October 2026. In this article, you can learn more about menopause through lived experiences and from medical professionals.