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YOUR UNIONS – WORKING FOR YOU“ “Membership of theAthletic Union is essentialto ensure you get the mostout of your time at Swansea.The diversity of activitiesand participants is vast.The goal is to enjoy yourselfand have a great time. I look forward to meeting youand seeing how we can help you to make the mostout of your time here at Swansea.” Daniel LowesAthletic Union PresidentI lead a team ofsix full-time officers toensure students' voicesare being heard bythe University, the localcommunity and bygovernment. Whetherwe’re tackling tuition fees or rogue landlords,the other full-time and part-time officers and melead the Union campaigns. You can join one ofour many active societies or have your say atour Student Forums.”Luke JamesStudents’ Union President152Swansea University’s Students’Union (SUSU) and Athletic Union(AU) bring students togetherthrough the excellent socialcalendar you’d expect of such avibrant community, but they alsowork hard to represent your voice,give you the opportunities youneed, and ensure your safety andwelfare as a student.Make yourself heardThe Students’ Union has six full-time,officers and a number of part-timeofficers to represent you at every level,from University committee meetings tonational demonstrations. You will alsohave plenty of opportunities to get yourvoice heard through the fortnightlynewspaper Waterfront, the Entsmagazine, the SUSU website, andthe Union’s very own radio station:www.extremeradio.orgSocial SwanseaDo you like the sound of regular greatnights out in the heart of Swansea City’sclubbing district? How about an AnnualSummer Ball and a Christmas Snowball,as well as organised theme nights andsports nights? SUSU is big on givingyou a good time whether it’s a nighton the town or in our on-campusnightclub, or relaxing in our studentbars and coffee shops, you’ll find avenue to suit your mood.Indulge your passionSUSU and the Athletic Union runover 120 different clubs, teams andorganisations. From Sci-Fi to Spanishand sport, you’ll get the support youneed to be involved in practicallyanything you can think of.Supporting youYour safety and wellbeing is paramount.The Students’ Union runs an advicecentre offering guidance on matters suchas finance and housing, consumerprotection and course-related difficulties.Day nursery (for children from threemonths to seven years)We also run a Day Nursery, which issituated centrally on campus. It providescare for children during term time andschool holidays. The Nursery staff arequalified in childcare, first aid and basicfood hygiene, and provide a happylearning environment within amulticultural setting.Find out what the Students’ Union hasto offer by visiting:www.swansea-union.co.ukSeeking sporting successThe AU is responsible for many of theUniversity’s sporting activities. It works toprovide you with opportunities to getinvolved with competitive and noncompetitivesports, and supports all oursports teams in their quest for trophies. TheAU also manages our teams’ fixtures inthe British Universities and Colleges Sports(BUCS) leagues. Visit the AU website at:www.suau.co.uk for more information.153
REACH YOURPOTENTIALFor students who take their sport seriously, it’s always refreshing to find auniversity that shares their commitment and ambitions. But we’re just as seriousabout promoting sport for all – whatever your level.This section will tell you about:• our strong track record of producing high achieving sportsmen and women• some of our sporting alumni• Varsity, the biggest student event in Wales• the sporting facilities that have helped our students to achieve international success• the wide range of sports clubs you can join.154
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