Free period products, STI kits and pregnancy tests are available in the Advice Centre on the first floor of the Students’ Union building – you can pop in and pick them up between 10:00-16:00, Monday-Friday.

This work is part of our Period Dignity Campaign, originally launched last year by Olivia Davies (VP Wellbeing and Diversity 24/25, SU President 25/26), Emma Mayhew (Pro Vice Chancellor of Education and Student Experience) and Poppy Coates (Women’s Community Officer 24/25).

In just one year, the campaign has expanded the range of period products available in the SU Shop, introduced 14 new bathroom locations across campus where individuals can access free period products, and sourced products from a B-Corp company that prioritises sustainability, access and education.

Our campaign week (w/c 30 March) focuses on raising awareness of these improvements and highlighting what further changes can be made to best support those who menstruate on campus. We’ll be sharing helpful resources and guides to show where products are available and what’s on offer in the Shop.

We’ll also be launching a feedback form so you can share your thoughts and experiences, helping us shape the future of this campaign with student voices at its core.

We run loads of events across our venues to help you enjoy the social side of university life. To help make things more affordable, we run a number of offers across the week - from free entry to Toast at the SU Venue to double down deals on food and drink at The Packhorse every Tuesday. This year, we've also introduced Thursday 3s and Saturday 7s at The Packhorse - two nights targeted directly at combating the impacts of the Cost of Living Crisis on your disposable income. Take a look at what's on with our events calendar.

This year, we also introduced our brand-new app RHSU Order which you can use across our venues (The Packhorse, Union Shop and the SU Venue) to order, collect points and earn rewards that can be redeemed against future food and drink purchases. You can download the app from Google Play or the App Store.

If you’re looking to develop a new skill, flex your creative muscles, or simply unwind after a day of lectures, you’ll find something in our calendar of Give It A Go events. These are smaller-scale events (many of which are completely free) that are predominantly alcohol-free and focused on you meeting new people in a fun, relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, culture vulture or just love a bit of art and craft, we'll have something for you.

We know that sometimes the cost of joining a student group can feel overwhelming, especially if your budget is tight. We also know that joining a student group can be one of the most rewarding parts of university life. It can introduce you to new people, perspectives and passions, and we’re really keen to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to experience that. That is where our Student Group Access Fund comes in - you can request up to £150 each academic year if you need it, to cover things such as group membership fees, kit and competition entry.

Top tips include making the most of student discounts, using railcards or car sharing to reduce travel costs, looking for second-hand kit, costumes or merch, and checking whether your group has any spare equipment available.

If you need extra support, the Access Fund can help cover up to £150 for membership, kit, essential travel and competition costs.

For committee members, there are lots of ways to make your group more accessible, including offering instalment options for memberships, being upfront about hidden costs, running second-hand kit schemes, seeking sponsorship, and signposting members to financial support.

Our Advisors have put together an article that covers some of the costs that come when searching and signing for a house so that you know what to expect when you start house-hunting! You can also book an appointment with the Advice Centre to help you budget for the year ahead, especially when you're considering signing up for a new house.

Launched in February 2012, the Runnymede Foodbank is led by the Beacon Church with assistance from other churches and groups in Runnymede & Weybridge, including St John’s Church, Egham; Addlestone Baptist Church; Kings Church, Addlestone & St James’ Church, Weybridge. They aim to provide a lifeline for those experiencing financial hardship, who are desperately short of food. Reach out to the Advice Centre to get your voucher.

We've secured a discount from LOVESPACE who can provide solutions for all your storage needs. All you need to do is head to their website and enter the code RHOL10 at checkout.

Each year, we employ hundreds of students in paid part-time positions across the Union to help us achieve our aims: improving your education, making campus fun, looking after your wellbeing, making you more employable, and empowering you to change the world around you. Check out our Work With Us page for the latest opportunities. The Careers page on the Student Intranet is also a great place to find jobs and get help with applying.

Find out more about NUS's national campaign that is calling for rent controls, free transport, paying apprentices the living wage and increasing maintenance loans with inflation.