Students' Union - University of Buckingham

🎶 AFROBEATS NIGHT IS APPROACHING! 🎶
Get ready to dance, vibe & turn UP 🔥💃🏾🕺🏽
Non-stop Afrobeats 🌍 good vibes only 👯‍♀️ Insta-worthy moments 📸 and did we mention… FREE ENTRY? 🎉
📍 OTM, Refectory
📅 Wed 23rd July
🕘 9PM – MIDNIGHT
Pull up with your crew, dress to impress, and let’s make it a night to remember 💥

📣 Nominations are NOW OPEN! 🙌
Think you’ve got what it takes to represent your fellow students? Head to the Students’ Union website to nominate yourself for any of the available roles 💼💬
👀 Swipe to check out the full game plan — all the key dates you need to know for the election process!

🏆 Society of the Year Nominees! 🏆
We’re celebrating the societies that have gone above and beyond – running epic events, working as a team, and creating unforgettable experiences for their members 🎉💫
✨ Desi – From parties to dance classes, this society did not hold back! 🔥 They’ve supported SU events like Holi and brought unmatched energy to Culture Fest 🕺💃
📚 PRAS – A powerhouse of activity! From revision sessions and conferences to parties and welcome talks, their hardworking exec team has made sure there’s something for everyone 🙌
🩺 General Medicine – Re-established and already making waves! 🌊 With a successful conference, tons of revision sessions, and unique learning opportunities, they’ve come back stronger than ever 💪
🎨 Buckingham Creatives – From perfume workshops to painting sessions, this society has sparked creativity and boosted the student experience in the most colourful ways 🎨🌸
Who’s your winner? 👀 Drop your favourite in the comments ⬇️

🌟 Society President of the Year 🌟
Shout-out to the incredible Presidents who’ve gone above and beyond this year! 🙌💫
👑 Khadija – Setting up a new society is never easy, but Khadija showed us how far passion and enthusiasm can go! With a huge variety of events and over 50 members engaged, she’s truly made an impact. 💥👏
💡 Raghav – Has been a brilliant leader to his team of executives with a clear goal: more events for more members – mission accomplished! His leadership and innovative collaborations have set the bar high. 🔝✨
🔥 Caspar – Another trailblazer who launched a brand-new society with unmatched enthusiasm and passion, hosting vibrant events and socials all year long! 🎉🌟
🤝 Jay – Reliable, driven, and always full of energy. Jay has led his team of executives with purpose and supported SU events across the board, all while seeking out exciting collaboration opportunities! 💪🎊

🌟 Society Event of the Year Nominees! 🌟
Let’s hear it for the unforgettable events that brought people together, created lasting memories, and made a real impact! 👏👇
✨ Islamic Society – Iftars
A series of sell-out Ramadan iftars that not only brought the community together but also raised money for charity. A huge success! 🌙🍽️💛
🩺 General Medicine Society – GMS Summit
A student-led medical conference like no other – record attendance and collaboration across multiple medical societies!
🩻PRAS – Sculpt and Suture Conference
Bigger and better than ever! This year’s conference welcomed 100 students for hands-on workshops and lectures from industry leaders.
🎢 ACS – Thorpe Park Trip
An adrenaline-filled day out that gave members an epic experience to remember – rollercoasters + great vibes = perfection!
📚 Crewe Book Club – Villains Night
A fun-filled themed social on Crewe campus where members dressed up and celebrated all things wicked! 🦹‍♂️📖

✨ Society Executive of the Year! ✨
This award goes out to the powerhouse execs who’ve made student life extra special this year 💪🎉
🎓 Aditya Bose-Mandal – Exec for PRAS and CCTS, Adi has helped organise two amazing conferences, run revision sessions and welcome talks — all while tackling Phase 2 of med school 👏📚
🌙 Mohammed Farhan Shabir – As an exec for GMS and Islamic Society, Farhan’s been at the heart of so many key events, from the GMS Summit to unforgettable Eid celebrations 🌟
🎶 Sophie Sturdy – A true gem in Music Society, Sophie’s support has gone way beyond her own society — helping out the SU and uni departments all year long! Always the first to get involved 🙌
💃 Advika Venugopal – As Desi Society VP, Advika’s brought serious energy — from leading weekly dance sessions to hyping up Freshers Fairs and choreographing a fab Culture Fest routine 🔥🎤
Huge well done to all our amazing society execs — we see you, we appreciate you 💛👏

🎉 We’re thrilled to reveal the first society shortlist for the 2025 Sports and Societies Awards– Society Collaboration event of the year! 💥

This award celebrates the power of partnership, recognising events where societies have partnered together to create something unforgettable 🙌

Here are the amazing nominees:

🩺 GMS Summit – Led by the General Medicine Society, this incredible conference brought together 15+ medical societies to support a conference!

🧠Quiz Night – Four societies teamed up to host an epic night of trivia, laughs, and great vibes – and the turnout was fantastic!

🌙Sisters Iftar – A stunning, sold-out event thanks to the creative partnership between Buckingham Creatives and Islamic Society – what a night!

🥼Scrubs Party – The first-ever medical-themed party was a huge hit, with PRAS and GP Soc joining forces to deliver a fun-filled, on-theme night to remember! And we may say they “scrubbed” up pretty well!

👏 Massive shoutout to all the societies making magic happen together – we love to see it!

Students’ Union Statement and message of Solidarity and Support.

Please swipe 👉🏻 for contact details of anyone you may want to contact during this time. Please remember to reach out if you need to speak to anyone, or get in contact with our Mental Health and Wellbeing advisors who provide confidential counselling sessions, or who can offer practical support and coping strategies. Please get in contact with them via email: [email protected] or 💬 send them a message on their instagram page, or even drop into the offices 🏢, they are based on Hunters Street in the cottages next to the Vinson Building.

🌈 Meet Max – your LGBTQ+ Network Lead! 🏳️‍🌈💬
Max is here to represent and support our LGBTQ+ student community, helping to create a more inclusive, supportive, and empowering environment for everyone. 💖
Swipe through to hear from Max directly — learn more about his role, what he’s passionate about, and how he’s working to make a difference on campus. 🏫✨
Whether you’re looking to connect, get involved, or just learn more, Max is your go-to!
Happy Pride from all of us 🌟

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈
Today, we’re celebrating the beautiful diversity within the LGBTQ+ community by learning about the different flags that represent its many identities. 💖💛🤍💙💚
Each flag carries its own unique story, history, and meaning—symbolising love, resilience, identity, and pride. From the Progress Pride Flag to the Bi, Trans, Le***an, Asexual, Non-Binary, and many more—each one is a powerful reminder that everyone deserves to be seen and celebrated just as they are. ✨
Swipe through to discover and learn more about the flags and the communities they represent. Knowledge is a step toward allyship, inclusion, and empowerment. 💬🫶