Tag Archives: make a difference
New chapters, constant commitment
July 28, 2016
When I joined the Universityâs Sustainability Action Programme four and a half years ago, I came ready to work. What I didnât expect, was how much Iâve learnt along the way. Iâve learnt that students really are changing the world for the better, through their innovation, their commitment to the planet and their peers, and […]
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What would you give to fight hunger in the UK? How about 3 hours?
June 27, 2016
Between Thursday 30 June and Saturday 2 July FareShare, in conjunction with Tesco, will be holding the UK’s biggest Neighbourhood Food Collection. This is an opportunity for members of the public to donate food that doesn’t become surplus very often – long life items such as tins, rice and tea. These donations, along with the daily donations […]
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Your chance to become the first Sustainability Action Photographer of the Year
February 25, 2016
As part of the annual Sustainability Action Awards, weâre inviting entries to the first Sustainability Action Photographer of the Year 2016 competition. All of the Universityâs students and staff are invited to enter the competition, submitting your images on the theme of âMy Global Goalsâ. The theme: My Global Goals 2015 was a landmark year […]
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Ensuring no child was without a present at Christmas
January 22, 2016
Guest blog by Marika Stone, East Asia Administrator in the University’s International Office. Marika coordinated the University’s team contributing to the Christmas Complete Project. Thanks to all staff and students who contributed to the success of the University of Southampton Christmas Complete Project 2015! Christmas Complete is run by Southampton City and Region Action to Combat […]
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Jolly-Day – brighten your day, love yourself and love others!
December 4, 2015
Guest blog by Caitlin Doyle, SUSU Equality and Diversity Officer Jolly-day on Wednesday 9th December, 10:00-16:30 in the Concourse and on the Redbrick, then 18:00-20:00 in The Bridge, Students’ Union (Building 42) End of term blues? Feeling a little stressed in the lead up to Christmas? Join us for a day of festive fun at the Students’ […]
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Swap Shop coming soon!
November 25, 2015
Guest blog by Amy Paraskeva, SUSU Ethical and Environmental Officer The first Swap Shop of the year is just around the corner and itâs even more exciting than ever! Swap Shop has been running since 2013, where students and staff could donate their old unwanted clothes in exchange for new ones. This year it will […]
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Thank you to all the volunteers who took part in this yearâs Blackout
November 20, 2015
A big thank you to all the volunteers who took part in this yearâs Blackout. More than 220 students and members of staff took part in the event on Friday 13 November which spanned five campuses â Highfield, Avenue, WSA, Boldrewood and, for the first time ever, the Somers Building at Southampton General Hospital. The Blackout team worked hard going round the buildings and […]
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The Social Innovation Challenge
October 1, 2015
Guest blog by Josie Francis, Programme Manager for the Social Impact Lab Do you have an idea for a project to improve liveability and sustainability at the University of Southampton? Would you like to represent the University of Southampton at the Social Innovation Summit in Toronto, Canada? On Wednesday 4th November, the Social Impact Lab, […]
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7 ways to make a sustainable start to the year
September 30, 2015
At Southampton, we bring our students and staff together to deliver ground-breaking and award winning sustainability initiatives. Hereâs seven ways you can play your part, starting today: Switch off â remember to switch off computers and lights when youâre not using them. Our annual Blackout event â run by more than 250 volunteers â highlights the […]
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A Postcard from Bristol
September 11, 2015
Week Eleven on the Sustainability Action Internship: attend and present at an International Conference. âYea, why notâ were my initial thoughts⌠âŚAnd I am very glad they were! On Monday 7th September I (along with my supervisors) took the early morning train up to Bristol, which gave me an insight to the life […]
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