Latest Guild News

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All Student Vote Results

The results are in for our December All Student Vote. We had over 1000 students vote for the policy throughout the voting period.

Tue 10 Dec 2024
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Guild Christmas 2024 Opening Times

The winter break is just around the corner, so please see our opening times during the Christmas period.

Tue 03 Dec 2024
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Hope's Wellbeing Tips for Studying Over Winter

I’m Hope, your Welfare and Community Officer at the Guild. I know the winter period can be tough – it’s a busy time, and balancing revision or assignments with trying to relax isn’t always easy. You’re not alone if you feel this way, and I wanted to share some tips to help you look after yourself over the holidays.

Mon 09 Dec 2024
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Alex's Study Tips to get through Assessment Season

Hi, it’s Alex, your Education Officer at the Guild. Ahead of this Winter’s assessment season, I have put together a few study tips that helped me throughout my studies.

Mon 09 Dec 2024
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Notice of Bye-Election for Ethnic Minority Officer

Notice is hereby provided for the Ethnic Minority Officer Bye-Election 2024.

Wed 06 Nov 2024
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Ethnic Minorities Officer Armaan Hussain withdrawn from role

Due to changes in student status, Armaan Hussain is unfortunately no longer able to continue in his role as Ethnic Minorities Officer at the Guild of Students, effective immediately.

Tue 05 Nov 2024
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Autumn Elections 2024 - Provisional Results

Voting in the 2024 University of Birmingham Guild of Students Autumn Elections was held between 14 October and 18 October 2024.

Fri 25 Oct 2024
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Staying Connected as an International Student

Welcome to Birmingham! Let me tell you, moving here from Chennai, India as an international student was an adventure!

Thu 15 Aug 2024
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Top 5 things to do when you arrive at UoB as an International Student

Now that you’ve got your place it may seem a bit daunting about what you need to do next. So, to make it easier, I've made a list of top things you absolutely must do first, and immediately, upon arriving at Birmingham.

Thu 15 Aug 2024
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How to Set up a Bank Account as an International Student

A local bank account isn't just handy—it's essential for paying those everyday expenses, receiving funds from back home, and getting paid for your part time work.

Thu 15 Aug 2024
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Transport Options in Birmingham

Did you know that you can travel to 90% of the UK from Birmingham in under four hours? That's a great benefit of living in the West Midlands!

Thu 15 Aug 2024
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Finding Your Community as an International Postgraduate Student

Life isn't just about perfectly planned moments. Sometimes, the magic happens when you throw caution to the wind and embrace the unexpected.

Thu 15 Aug 2024