We have the perfect gift guide for any student Christmas shopping this year!
We are currently in the countdown for Christmas day, with its decorated trees, feasts and presents. Since we are so close to the big day, what better way to celebrate than finding out about Christmas celebrations across the globe?
The Skids are coming to Coventry in January, 2019. After having a successful career, touring, performing and releasing albums in UK, the Scottish punk rock and new wave music band is welcoming their fans in Coventry to watch their 40th anniversary show and enjoy the music in Empire live music venue.
Students are being targeted with fake Tax Refund Emails in an attempt to get student bank account details. Make sure you don't get caught out.
Kids from the cast of Nativity! The Musical went back to school with a visit to the real-life Coventry primary school made famous by the smash-hit Nativity! film series.
First used as the main location for the original 2009 movie, Holy Family RC Primary School in Keresley has continued to appear in successive installations, becoming well-known to Coventrians as the real-life St Bernadette’s.
In case you didn’t know 19th November is international Men’s Day. Each year the world raises awareness and aims to make a difference to issues men may face including toxic masculinity and mental health.
Getting ready for an exam is important. We’ve compiled a series of tips in how to effectively manage your time and revision strategies so you can revise effectively and enjoy the last few weeks of term.
Entries are open for the Coventry Half Marathon 2019 which will take place as part of an expanded Festival of Running.
Belgrade Theatre casts talented local youngsters in Sleeping Beauty pantomime
Lauren Dunn is the newly appointed Scrapstore development worker at the Crow Recycling Scrapstore in Coventry.
An exciting new play by Geoff Thompson - We'll Live & Die in These Towns - is heading to The Belgrade
Read our review of Horrible Histories - More Best of Barmy Britain, currently showing at The Belgrade Theatre until Saturday 2nd June.
Are you ready to make a good first impression and have your best date ever? We're going to help you with some date ideas just a hop, skip and jump away from your front doorstep.
Can you spot your dog in our gallery from the Furry Face of Fargo.
The 36th annual running of the PC Joe O’Brien Memorial Cross Country race took place at Coventry’s Ernesford Grange School in bright sunshine on Saturday morning, 19th May….
Food Covolution meets Nicky from Fargo’s recently-expanded 100% vegan café Totally Vegan to talk about how she got started, the thinking behind her new space, and Coventry’s increasing appetite for vegan living.
This week Food Covolution visits Changamiri Coffee House in City Arcade and finds out how owner, Hillary, is improving the lives of small-scale coffee farmers in the Eastern Highlands of Zimbabwe.
The FAH December Reps Newsletter is here!
East Winds Film Festival opened on Monday night with a star studded red carpet reception and we were boldly introduced to the world of East Asian cinema and what it is truly capable of.
Check out the December HLS Reps Newsletter!
Check out the December edition of the Reps Newsletter!
Food Covolution visited the Belgrade Theatre this week to talk all things Tapas!
Check out news and updates from Reps in your faculty here!
This weekend Coventry were treated to the first gig of 2018 for technopop punk band Republica.
Check out news and updates from Reps in your faculty here!
Come join our new project SoundLab-Cov where you'll work with a team of professional musicians to develop your own music making skills.
Check out news and updates from Reps in your faculty here!
Enjoy Coventry are offering enthusiastic and passionate students the opportunity to use their placements and join the team of content contributors. With a rapidly expanding audience you can expect your work to reach 1,000’s of viewers across digital platforms. Contributors will receive free entry to selected events across the city in return for promoting and reviewing what’s on in Coventry, as directed.
Iconic, historic and still standing proud. Just some of the ways to describe Coventry Cathedral. The building represents a lot of what the city stands for and inspires local unity and togetherness.
Students are being targeted with fake Tax Refund Emails in an attempt to get student bank account details. Make sure you don't get caught out
Check out news and updates from Reps in your faculty here!
Aged 16 - 24 and interested in a work experience placement at BBC Music’s Biggest Weekend? Come along to FarGo Village Coventry on 19th April for your chance to find out more.
Check out this awesome blog by one of your Senior Research Reps
Food Covolution talks to landlady Charlotte and head chef Paul about the trials and triumphs of becoming the first completely gluten-free restaurant in the region.
Click here to find out who has won this year's School Rep elections.
We’re proud to present the second student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on the recent Spring elections and the details of next year's Rep applications. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Another fantastic article from Food Covolution. What’s really mind-blowing about Not Just Jams is that so much of what goes into the preserves is so hyper-local: grown or foraged
Last week this Disabled Students Community Met With Cllr Christine Thomas who is aiming to make Taxi's In Coventry Safer ...
Experts offer their advice on exam preparation – from different studying methods to dealing with mid-paper panic
Shake up your nights out with the ultimate bar crawl. Visit all of Coventry's favourite bars and pubs using this guide. Never look back on those boring, standard nights out again with your new, tailor made crawl experience!
Hello everyone and welcome to your SIXTH weekly sport newsletter. Can you believe we’re six weeks into term?!
Millie Mac is back and here again to report on all of our successes and losses from the week. This week we saw over 30 fixtures played for BUCS league and cup rounds. A fairly even week with 17 games at home and the rest playing away. I have to say this was one of the most exciting Wednesday’s of sport I’ve watched this year. So many close results and so much hard work across the board.
We’re proud to present the second student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on the recent Spring elections and the details of next year's Rep applications. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Explore the numerous galleries in the Herbert, all showing a different aspect of Coventry’s culture and history.
There's a stunning view from the Coventry Cathedral Tower. We sent one of the team up to have a look and show you what you could see if you made the climb
As an employer, I’ve skimmed hundreds of CVs, and what often makes me stop and read a bit closer is the “volunteering” section. People who volunteer share several positive personality traits without even realising it. The problem is, lots of people volunteer but not everyone thinks it’s worth mentioning on their CV.
Experts offer their advice on exam preparation – from different studying methods to dealing with mid-paper panic
Experts offer their advice on exam preparation – from different studying methods to dealing with mid-paper panic
“Except for Van Gogh, no one in modern art has made stronger demands on aesthetic receptivity than Cézanne.” by Julius Meier-Graef, in 1904,
Discover the priorities of NUS for LGBT+ Students this year...
Here at CUSU we are all about democracy, which is why Elections are so important to us. Find out who your student leaders are!
We’re proud to present the second student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on the recent Spring elections and the details of next year's Rep applications. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Follow Sports Coordinator and Students as they come together with an amazing local community group.
There is one of Germany’s most important post-war artists, who is Anselm Kiefer.
Would you like to see his work explores themes of national identity and collective memory?
Students’ union leaders and university staff visit former Nazi concentration camp to help stamp out discrimination on UK campuses
Discover the current NUS Campaigns for Disabled Students.
We’re proud to present the second student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on the recent Spring elections and the details of next year's Rep applications. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
The sporting world was taken by surprise recently after a woman was named the new chief executive of the English Premier League. Susanna Dinnage, made her name in broadcasting rather than the world of football, but is now the most powerful woman in English professional sport.
Paul Greening, the Associate Dean of Student Experience for the EEC faculty answers questions about the short & long term goals for EEC, and about any upcoming developments within the faculty!
The thought of being stuck on campus over the festive season may not be a cheery one. But don't worry, you're not alone
Volunteering while at university could put you ahead of the game after graduation
Experts offer their advice on exam preparation – from different studying methods to dealing with mid-paper panic!
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A retro themed 18 hole mini golf course, served up with outrageous cocktails and delicious street food. Are you looking for a new kind of fun? Something you can get a bit active as well as having a few beverages? This is the place for you. Teezer's is the newest addition to Coventry's array of night life fun.
Discover how the NUS Black Students’ Campaign is changing things for the better...
Disabled teachers, lecturers and students have come together to call for sweeping changes to disability equality laws, and to highlight the barriers they face across the education sector.
Student Media Radio station is about to be open for business with a refurbishment and a new name!
Tips for first year students about student experience.
Are you a student at Coventry University who is studying and passionate about creative design? We have a range of design projects available for you to work at CUSU that can fit around your studies.
This week we visited the Belgrade Theatre to see a rather unusual retelling of a classic fairytale!
We’re proud to present the first student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on our recent feedback week survey and features an update on Rep numbers in your faculty. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Find out what i've been up to over the month of October.
Can a single tweet make a country’s currency depreciate by 16%? Apparently it did on August 10, when Donald Trump tweeted that US tariffs on Turkish steel and aluminium would rise sharply. Amid 36,100 retweets, and calls by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his people to dump foreign assets, the Turkish lira plunged.
‘Hardest time of the year’: the students who will spend Christmas alone
When university halls empty as students flock to their families, care leavers face a different festive season
To the great surprise of cancer researchers, a protein they investigated for its possible role in cancer turned out to be a powerful regulator of metabolism. The Georgetown University-led study found that forced expression of this protein in a laboratory strain of obese mice showed a remarkable reduction of their fat mass despite a genetic predisposition to eat all the time.
Engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed a type of bioshock bandage that helps wounds to heal by delivering small electrical pulses generated by body movement.
Find out who won our recent election!
Universities say they are taking steps to promote BAME staff and address the attainment gap, but is progress far too slow?
Officials say funding is biggest investment in tackling practice and helping vulnerable girls
Were you one of the Sugar Babes biggest fans back in the day? Well you're in luck, because this December Mutya Buena herself will be visiting The Yard located in Coventry's city centre for a night to remember. With lots of special guest appearances this is one even you do not want to be missing!
"Volunteering Has Given Me Friends For Life"
Hear about how Student Media's Assistant News Manager enjoyed this year's Black History Month!
Find out how the Disabled Students Community are raising awareness for Disability History Month with a range of accessible sports sessions.
The importance of student experience within university.
Find out what we did with your feedback on catering at CU Scarborough!
We’re proud to present the first student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on our recent feedback week survey and features an update on Rep numbers in your faculty. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
In the past two months Apple shares have lost more than quarter of their value. This is partly due to its own performance, but primarily down to the scrutiny that regulators and society in general are putting on digital platforms and concerns about privacy and security. More broadly, however, it is reflective of the fact that Apple should no longer be considered an innovative growth company.
Neuroscientists have shown that stimulating the caudate nucleus can generate negative moods that lead to irrational decision-making. Stimulating the caudate nucleus causes animals to give far more weight to the anticipated drawback of a situation than its potential benefit.
The New York Police Department (NYPD) has revealed plans to deploy drones for a variety of operations across the city, raising some concerns over privacy and safety.
Experts offer their advice on exam preparation – from different studying methods to dealing with mid-paper panic
Discover the key areas identified by NUS policies to better the lives of women students and towards freedom from oppression...
Kasbah, Kasbah, oh our beloved Kasbah. Once known as Colly we can all appreciate the ever growing changes blessed upon us. If you haven't heard already, Kasbah saw one of their biggest over hauls this summer, re-vamping all of their dance rooms one way or another and I think it's safe to say...we aren't disappointed.
A Law Society Visit to the UK Supreme Court
Congratulations to Zosia who will be representing the Volunteering Community this year!
The government is asking universities to step up their support for care leavers, but they can be hard to reach
Have you ever gained some tips on interpersonal skills’ improvement, needing some more?
Have you ever considered combining both interpersonal skills and simple life hacks?
If that sounds interesting to you, then you are on the right spot!
On Tuesday 10th July; Rob Eddon, Emma Weir, Sam Lewis and I travelled down to UWE in Bristol to represent Coventry University at the BUCS conference 2018.
Designed to recognise history, experiences and accomplishments of black people, October has seen hundreds of events around the UK.
We’re proud to present the first student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on our recent feedback week survey and features an update on Rep numbers in your faculty. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Half a million tests and many mosquitoes later, new buzz about a malaria prevention drug-amidst fears that the malaria parasite is developing resistance to existing drugs.
Bloodhound SSC, the British effort to build a 1000 mph supersonic car, is set to be wound up, with administrators failing to find a buyer to secure the project’s future.
The first retro golf venue has opened in Coventry and is a great place to go with your friends for a night out with a difference!
Christmas is right around the corner and the chances are you’ll be heading home for the holidays. With several students all living in the same building, each with a variety of gadgets and electrical devices in their room, student accommodation are perfect targets for burglars.
Find out about Carers Rights Day, 30th November.
Find out what exactly the 'This Girl Can' campaign is and how CUSU are involved!
JJ’s (formerly Jumpin’ Jaks) has been a bastion of Coventry nightlife for over ten years. Famous for its atmosphere and huge events as well as its customer service, JJ’s packs in the crowds week after week and often reaches capacity. JJ's saw a cool new refurbishment to the outdoor area allowing for club goers to take a breath of fresh air after dancing the night away to some awesome tunes.
Find out what i've been up to so far.
Find out how the Women Students Community got involved with Parliament Week 2018 and made it a huge success!
A little document to read through when considering yourself in a volunteering role!
Are you in need of some professional housing advice?
Raising awareness of the wide range of services and activities the Community provides to students.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Web Designer who will lead on a wide range of digital media services and functions for our organisation producing both internal and external content.
On Tuesday 3rd July 2018, myself and the 6 other SABBs from CUSU travelled to Birmingham to attend the NUS SU’s Conference 2018.
Reach For The Sky National Care Leavers' Week 24th-31st October 2018
The Time Union is looking for students interested in teaching, learning, and practising languages and other skills.
Find out more about what Coventry's Deputy Vice Chancellor, Ian Dunn has to say about Graduate Wellbeing.
An introduction to this years International Mental Health Day - "Young People In A Changing World"
See the attached link for the most up to date regulations for the upcoming Elections!
This is the annual report in our statutory accounts explaining what the SU is, what it does and how it is run.
If you're looking for the best comedians on the circuit, look no further than The Comedy Box!
Saturdays have never been so full with laughter!
Earlybird tickets available if you buy in advance, don't miss out!
Important weather announcement regarding Coventry Half Marathon on Sunday.
We’re proud to present the first student Reps newsletter. This edition focuses on our recent feedback week survey and features an update on Rep numbers in your faculty. As always we’ve included Rep news, the Rep of the Month and useful information about Reps at Coventry University.
Our Student Wardens have been working very closely with the University Campus Officer to make sure students know how to keep safe! One of our Wardens is here today to share some useful tips so keep reading to find out more...
Odion Ibadin is a 3rd year law student from Nigeria and for the past few years, she has been one of the University’s most prolific student volunteers.
“It all began in my first year when I saw the variety of volunteering opportunities that were open to me,” said Odion.
Find out about your new Sustainability Community Officer!
Discover great places to visit around the UK and Europe with VisitUK, with great value tickets exclusive to students.
Hello Students! Through this report, I want to share some of my ideas to advertise our fantastic team and the events which will influence the future career & life of the students in Coventry University.
Since July 2017 the Students’ Union has submitted 10 research led reports to QuiLT, Academic Board and Faculty/Campus QuiLT Committees. This is a significant increase in the student led input CUSU has had at University committees.
A review from The Wombats SOLD OUT show at the Empire, Coventry on Saturday 10th March 2018
Steve Atherton will be taking on the Coventry Half Marathon as part of his 56 Not Out Challenge
Find out who won our annual Battle of the Faculties quiz!
The 19th - 25th November is National Road Safety Week and it's a great opportunity for us all to take a moment and think about out own road safety practices.
Find out more about your new Safety Officer!
Blessing Akhigbe is a Masters student studying Information Technology and she has recently been helping out at the Coventry food bank.
The options that spring to mind when thinking about shopping tend to be places like New Look, Topshop and JD, however if you venture down a little further, there's a hidden gem, Fargo Village.
Bethan Ellis is a third year Sociology and Criminology student and also part of the Student Volunteering Team.
Can your department help enhance TARUC students' time at Cov Uni?
Full action log for the Sustainability Committee Meeting on 27th March 2018.
Digbeth Dining Club and Coventry Half Marathon collaborate for perfect race side-dish.
Sarah Yusuf is a postgraduate student doing a Master of Science degree in Pharmacology and Drug Discovery.
She is an international student and her reason for volunteering came about from her desire to serve the community in the city she is studying, and we are very fortunate indeed, that she came to Coventry!
Full action log for the Sustainability Committee Meeting on 27th February 2018.
It’s my pleasure to welcome you on behalf of Coventry University Students’ Union (CUSU) to Coventry University.
It was the annual Volunteering Fair on Wednesday 31 October 2018, which formed part of the University’s Get Involved Week.
CUSU employees get involved with Deaf Awareness Week by fingerspelling their names in British Sign Language
Full action log for the Sustainability Committee Meeting on 31st January 2018.
We all have our own reasons for wanting to volunteer our time to help others and if there is an excellent example of how much volunteers are needed, then we don’t have to look much further than our student ranks at Coventry University.
Take a look at who came out on top at this years Sports Ball
Take a look at who will form next years Sabbatical team!
Student Volunteering Week took place Monday 5th March – Friday 9th March, and we had a variety of activities to get involved with and get you volunteering.
Keep your eyes peeled for pop-up sports around campus
On Wednesday 21 February, as part of the Make A Difference Day (MADD) initiative, a team of student volunteers carried out a variety of tasks including potting and moving plants and worked alongside the trainees with learning disabilities.
Take a look at who won this terms GEM Award...
We have recently updated our Complaints and Disciplinary Regulations at CUSU, through our Board of Trustees. The aim of introducing these new regulations was to make the process for complaints and disciplinary both fairer and in line with university procedures. We have also introduced a new ‘Membership Code of Conduct’ which is intended to ensure that all members of CUSU have the best possible experience whilst they are studying at Coventry University.
How do you think CUSU will look in 10 years?
We have recently updated our Complaints and Disciplinary Regulations at CUSU, through our Board of Trustees. The aim of introducing these new regulations was to make the process for complaints and disciplinary both fairer and in line with university procedures. We have also introduced a new ‘Membership Code of Conduct’ which is intended to ensure that all members of CUSU have the best possible experience whilst they are studying at Coventry University.
Your suggestions for how CUSU Committees can be improved
We have recently updated our Complaints and Disciplinary Regulations at CUSU, through our Board of Trustees. The aim of introducing these new regulations was to make the process for complaints and disciplinary both fairer and in line with university procedures. We have also introduced a new ‘Membership Code of Conduct’ which is intended to ensure that all members of CUSU have the best possible experience whilst they are studying at Coventry University.
See who you'll be drawn against when the World Cup kicks off on June 14th.
Take a look at who came out on top at the CU Coventry Student Awards
Take a look and see who came out on top in the Sport Relief challenges!
Facebook's new algorithm is making it harder for you to see updates from our pages. Here's how you can change that!
Here are the term 2 nominees for the Gem Award
Chartwells and Coventry University come together for Charity Tuesday on day of ASM
Draw for the CUSU World Cup Sweepstake will take place on 23/03/18
Student athletes demonstrate the true meaning of 'Work Hard, Play Hard' by helping out at a number of local charities.
CUSU will be celebrating and raising funds on Friday 23rd March in MR2.