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Wobble Week 101: Meet, Greet and Get Settled

Fri 15 Nov 2024

Next up in our Wobble Week 101 series is ‘Meet, Greet and Get Settled’. Each day of wobble week brings an opportunity to chat with SU representatives or university staff members who understand the student experience and are here to help you thrive.

Speak Week Results

Thu 14 Nov 2024

From 28 October- 3 November, we held Speak Week which means it’s now time to look at the results! We asked: ‘What one issue around your student experience would you like to see prioritised by your Sabbatical Officers’ and received a whopping 347 responses!

Women's Only Gym Hours Survey Results

Thu 14 Nov 2024

The Students’ Union launched a survey in Term One that asked current female-identifying students about their interest in a trial of women’s only gym hours and/or fitness sessions at Royal Holloway sports facilities.

Beyond the Pay Gap: Addressing Wage Inequality and Supporting Workers with Disabilities

Thu 14 Nov 2024

In the UK, the disability employment gap remains a persistent issue. Despite the rise of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, disabled workers—especially those with invisible disabilities like mental health conditions or chronic illnesses—face challenges not only in pay equity but also in securing meaningful support and accommodations.

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Upcoming events

Student Group Drop-Ins: 21st November; Students' Union; Are you a committee member of a Sports Club, Society or Media Outlet? Got any questions or concerns you would like to discuss? Come to our Student Group Drop-ins and have a chat with Josh and Will!

Towards a Sanctuary-Centred Life with Khairani Barokka: 21st November; Online; Towards a Sanctuary-Centred Life: A Disability History Month Event with Khairani Barokka. Join writer and artist Khairani Barokka for a candid talk on sustaining long-term labour in the arts industries, from a disability justice perspective.

Panel Discussion: The Future of Work and Disability: 21st November; Windsor 0-02; To celebrate Disability History Month, join President, Sharanya, VP Education, Madelaine and Disabled Students Community Officer, JJ for a panel discussion celebrating Disabled Students, Academics and Staff.

Thursday 3s: 21st November; The Packhorse; Don't go thirsty this Thursday! Join us over at The Packhorse for £3-or-less deals on loads of food and drink + you control the music.