Lucy Brown

Alastair Copland

Vice President Societies & Sport

About Me

Hello! I’m Alastair and this year I’m your Vice President Societies & Sport.

I’m really excited to spend the next year working with student committees across campus to make student groups the best they can be.

This year, I am aiming to:

  • Strengthen the connection between the SU and student group committees, through more face-to-face contact, committee training, and platforms for student-led discussion.
  • Review the way RHSU communicates with and recognises student groups for their hard work.
  • Assist student groups and their members through the cost of living crisis as best we can, through the Development Fund and Access Fund, and provide more support for Treasurers and sponsorship opportunities.

Make sure you keep an eye on what all four sabbatical officers are up to over the year on our social media channels and blogs!

If you have any questions, or if there’s any way I can help your student group or student experience on campus, don’t hesitate to reach out by email or Instagram.

Looking forward to the year ahead!

The Role

The VP Societies & Sport has joint overall responsibility for developing the support the Students' Union offers to student groups on campus.

They work closely with the University's Active Lifestyle & Sport department to build relationships that aid the development of sporting activity on campus. This can include lobbying for improved facilities, high quality equipment and ensuring all students have access to different ways of keeping active.

They lead on campaigns and activities related to student health and wellbeing through sport.

Sitting on the Union’s Board of Trustees, VP Societies & Sport spends time working closely with students on campaign delivery while ensuring the Union is delivering on its strategic plan.

What I'm Working On


Latest Blogs

VP Socs & Sport Term Two Update

Tue 26 Mar 2024

Term 2 has been a busy term with events planning, Leadership Elections, and some of my biggest projects for the year!

 
Come On You Bears!

Thu 21 Mar 2024

A huge well done to all of the amazing sports clubs who competed in another incredible Varsity competition yesterday! Read all about the scores on the doors.

 
Student Group Support Funding

Wed 13 Mar 2024

Whether you’re darting across the country to compete in sport, or buying resources to run an event on campus, there are lots of costs associated with running your sports club, society or media outlet. Luckily, the Student Opps team allocated funding to groups throughout the year!

 
Sabb Update - 23/02/24

Fri 23 Feb 2024

As we reach the halfway mark of Term Two, it's time to catch up with your Sabbatical Officer team!

 
Cost of Living and Student Groups

Mon 12 Feb 2024

The Cost of Living Crisis is currently affecting nearly all areas of student life, and while participating in student groups can be one of the best parts of university, sometimes the costs can be a barrier. VP Societies & Sport has put together a list of top tips for students and committee members!

 
Big Bears Wednesday Round Up

Wed 07 Feb 2024

Last week, sports clubs across campus battled for a win in their BUCS fixtures. VP Societies & Sport Alastair brings you a report of all the scores!

 
 
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