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The end of the year is approaching! Welcome to Decembers Newsletter. I hope that you are all looking forward to a fresh start in the new year and I hope that everybody has an amazing Christmas break. 🎄
In the short space of time since September, there has been a range of activity and impact across the college, which wouldn't be possible without the involvement from yourselves as students. We have had important conversations with the ITV News and MPs, ran a Share the Wear clothes shop, been to the NUS England Conference, ran our first SU campaign of the academic year and have set up the most clubs and societies the SU has ever ran!
If you are interested in participating in the college clubs and societies in the new year and even taking a lead on these, then don't hesitate to let us know! We want students to enjoy our clubs on offer to the fullest and provide us with ideas and feedback so that they can run in the best way possible. This also includes supporting with campaigns and events that we run across campus.
There is so much more in store to look out for, and we don't want you to miss it. Next March, we will be running our second campaign around a Culture Day event, and we can't wait to keep you all updated on everything that this will have to offer. We hope to see you there when this event approaches!
🌟 Get to know our officers! In order to wrap up the end of 2025, our SU officers has written a brief description about themselves, what they are passionate about and what they aim to achieve this year! 🌟
🌟 Hello, My name is Lucy and I am the Environmental Officer at The Sheffield College and I am currently studying Education and Early years T-Level .
As the Environmental Officer I dedicated myself to use the voice of students and other individuals to bring to light issues surrounding the environment and encourage eco-friendly practices and how we can make these choices to better our environment.
I will work to bridge the gap between awareness and action to work together with students to understand the importance of taking care of the environment as well as how to do so.
🌟 I’m Sindiso, the Ethnic Diversity Officer. I’m studying Level 3 Health and Social Care and I’m passionate about inclusion, representation, and supporting student wellbeing.
I enjoy working with others to create a welcoming environment, celebrate diversity, and encourage everyone to feel confident in their identity. I’m motivated by making a positive difference in our college community and ensuring all voices are heard.
🌟 My name is Sharon, I'm studying GCSE Maths and English at Pennine 5.
My aim is to get things done at Pennine 5 to make it easier for students and getting things like feedback boxes and increasing the offer of college activities.
🌟 Hello, my name is Isabelle E and I'm the student Wellbeing Officer.
I plan to improve awareness of mental health within the school and hopefully support students with their well being.
🌟 My name is Chloe and I study A levels.
My aim in the Students Union is to make sure every student is informed of what’s happening around college.
🌟 My name is Greatness and I am studying Digital Production T-Level at the Sheffield City College.
My aim as an Enrichment Officer for the Student Union, is to collaborate with the Sports department is to promote physical activities that bring about positive change in the mental and physical health of every student and staff on the college campus.
🌟Hi I’m Emmie, I am studying a level English Lit, Film and History and I’m the LGBTQ+ officer at college.
My aims in my role are to educate people about LGBTQ+ related issues and hopefully further increase acceptance around college.
🌟 I'm Isabelle P the Women's Officer for college, currently I'm in my second year studying public services Level 3.
Throughout the rest of the year my main goal is to create a women's society in college and use that to amplify others voices.
Louise Haigh MP Visit
On the 28th November, students gathered together to participate in a roundtable session with MP Louise Haigh enabling us to discuss relevant topics and issues across Sheffield and throughout students education, also linking to issues worldwide.
Through our conversations, we learnt about the dangers of AI and the positive impacts that this can also have, we gained knowledge on the key ways to gain confidence in public speaking, such as through authenticity, practicing your delivery and preparing thoroughly. We further understood the importance of transparency for politicians and we were introduced to the recent NDA legislation protecting victims of abuse. It was interesting to gain insight into Louise's thoughts and the changes that are already being made in parliament to create important changes.
✩ Mental Health Campaign ✩
✩ Mental Health Campaign ✩
Webinars
Within the Students’ Union, we recognise and understand that mental health is a big issue within both college and the world. We know that many of our students have experienced mental health issues and, having both just been students, we understand how these problems can impact your time at college. The college already has some mental health support implemented for students, so we want to make sure that students know where to find this.
We also want to make sure that the support offered is helpful and works for the students using it. Big changes take time but the SU is currently campaigning to find out what support you would like to see here at The Sheffield College. We are also creating a series of webinars on different mental health topics which provide information and advice about support services you can access. You can find these below.
Social Media Webinar (1).mp4In this webinar, Bella gives you 5 quick tips in 2 minutes for helping you to make sure your social media is a good place for your mind. As somebody who loves using social media herself, Bella wanted to make sure that the video wasn't the standard advice young people often get which is to just 'stop using social media' but instead has tips to help you enjoy the benefits while also looking after you mind.
Want to take a look at our other webinars? You can watch these below! ↴
Anxiety Webinar - GA.mp4Seasonal Affective Disorder Webinar (3).mp4👕🎄 Share the Wear 🎄👕
Clothes Shop
On Thursday 11th December, we held a Share the Wear winter event at City Campus. This was an opportunity for people to donate their pre-loved fashion and update their wardrobes sustainably. Every year, the UK sends 350,000,000 kgs of clothing waste to landfill, so it was great to be able to save some of this by passing on these items to others.
Throughout lunch time, we had lots of students and staff come and get themselves something new to wear and the best part was, it was free and good for the planet! The event was a great success and we would like to thank everyone who donated clothes and the students volunteers who helped the SU staff and Jess and Simon from the Environmental Sustainability Team. We can't wait to run more Share the Wear events in the spring - make sure you look out for them running in 2026!
Students Union Office Open Times
The Students Union now have official open times for each office at both City and Hillsborough. This is so that any questions or concerns you may have can be shared with us in order to create positive changes, as well as taking on important feedback.
Where are we based?
At City Campus, the Students Union Office is based in Upper Student Central. This is opposite the Costa space and next to the Library.
At Hillsborough Campus, this is based behind the reception area as you walk into campus. Please ask reception if you would like to speak to us!
The Opening Times for the SU Offices are as listed below:
City and Hillsborough
Monday - Friday
10:30am - 11am
2:30pm - 3pm
Hillsborough Campus SU Office
City Campus SU Office
Clubs and Societies
We're really excited to announce this years clubs and societies that everyone can get involved in: Table Tennis Club, Film Club, Debate Club, Board Games, Art Club, LGBT+ Societies and Wellbeing Spaces!
We look forward to seeing lots of you there! Why not give them a try and see what you think?
Debate Club at Hillsborough Campus has now been moved to a Tuesday, running fortnightly from 12:15-1:15pm in room A217.
We have also started up new clubs, running a D&D Society, Muslim Girls' Society, International Society, Sign Language Club and a Christian Society!
Sign Language Club is now also running at Hillsborough Campus as well as at City!
Wednesday, Room C103 1pm-2pm
Want to find out more or have any suggestions? Email us at studentsunion@sheffcol.ac.uk
Sport Enrichment Sessions
City Timetable - Sept 25.pdfHillsborough Timetable - Sept 25 (1).pdfOpportunities to build your employability in the college
Start Up: Self Employment- January!
We also have START Up! An 8-week self-employment programme which is delivered by entrepreneurs, self-employment coaches and industry experts. Are any of your students interested in setting up their own business or being self-employed? Do they want to develop their skills and gain expert knowledge of how to set up their own business? As well as gaining valuable skills students get to start developing their connections within the Sheffield community.
NEW: We are now launching a Start Up programme at Hillsborough campus as well as City campus. Anyone can register interest in this here
We also have our last Employer Insight Talk of the year! You can sign up below.
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