Find out what the Students’ Union does and how to get involved.
About the Students’ Union
You automatically become a member of the Students’ Union when you join Sussex.
The Students’ Union is independent from the University, represents your views and aims to improve life on campus and in the city.
As a member you can get involved in projects like Buddy Scheme, Language Cafe or campaigning for change.
Events
The Students' Union runs the Official Sussex Freshers' Programme, with events on campus and around the city helping you make new friends and feel at home.
The union also supports student groups and societies to plan and run a wide range of events. Read our guidance about how to plan your own successful event with the support of the team.
Joining sports clubs and societies
Choose from hundreds of groups with interests ranging from art history to Zumba.
You can find out more about sports clubs and societies. You can also meet most of them in person during Welcome Week.
Your Students’ Union officers
Every year students elect their peers as officers to run the Union, provide services for students and represent their views within the University, and campaign on issues affecting students at Sussex.
Learn about who your Union officers are for the year ahead, and find out how to elect Students’ Union officers.
Become a Student Rep
You can represent the voice of thousands of Sussex students by becoming a Student Rep. You then represent these views to your school department and the wider University and get to learn more about how the organisation works.
Advice
The Students’ Union advice team can provide advice on academic issues and complaints, University-related issues, and housing for every Sussex student.