A very warm welcome to the latest update from Teesside University Students’ Union (TUSU), we get in touch every month during the academic year with our latest news and events unless you ask us to stop by unsubscribing.
In this edition, we have a final reminder about the short, simple, but VERY IMPORTANT TUSU Members Meeting 2025. It takes place on Tue, 19th November from 5pm on the second floor of the TUSU Building and we hope to see as many of you as possible there. You can hear from us, ask questions about our priorities, share your views and, of course, give yourself a shot of FREE Domino's Pizza*. More in the item further down this edition.
We're also looking forward to another very busy month of activities, campaigns and day and evening events in the TUSU Building, the wider Middlesbrough campus and further afield. AND...if you’re already starting to think about running in the TUSU Elections 2025, we have early info on what to consider and what to read NOW!
We also want to remind you again that current, enrolled Teesside Uni students can get FREE BREAKFAST courtesy of your SU from Tuesday to Thursday mornings between 9 am and 10.15 am until the festive break. Head to The Terrace on the first floor of the TUSU Building (find us opposite The Curve and beside TU Library in Campus Heart on the Middlesbrough campus) to start your day the right way! Remember to bring your Teesside Uni student ID card!
Have a safe, happy, successful month and, as always, make sure TUSU (in person or online) is at the heart of your student life!
Harsha, Blessing, and Ebubechi – TUSU Student Officers 2024/25
TUSU offers a great range of day and evening events throughout the academic year, which are open to ALL Teesside Uni students. We also do our best to deliver them free or at very low cost whenever possible!
Check out everything that is coming up and book tickets through our events minisite or view just a few highlights this coming month below. All events are in our venues on Southfield Road opposite The Curve and next to Teesside University Library unless otherwise stated.
REMEMBER: We serve plenty of non-alcoholic options at evening events, and ALL STUDENTS are welcome at our events.
Every Monday night during semester time:
It’s quiz time! Different theme each week, but ALWAYS loads of laughs and FREE DRINKS to be won. Get your team together and get yourself in!
Every Tuesday during semester time:
Choose from a great range of cocktails and mocktails (many other drinks also available at low prices) in The Terrace (1st floor, TUSU Building).
Join the TUSU Music Society for Open Mic Night. Enjoy live performances from other students and take the stage yourself!
Every Wednesday night during semester time:
Sing solo or with friends and savour performances from others at our fun-packed Karaoke night. Huge range of classic and current hits to choose from, plus loads of laughs and discount drinks all night!
Every Thursday night during semester time:
As the weekend approaches, make time for Games and Cocktails! Unbeatable prices on a wide range of drinks and get playful with board and giant games to enjoy all night, including beer pong, giant Jenga and more!
Fri, 22nd Nov/ Thu, 12th Dec:
The LEGENDARY Bongos Bingo is back for another two unforgettable nights! Tickets always sell out fast and it’s no surprise given the endless fun, wide range of prizes and unbeatable drinks offers. Perfect for a pre-Christmas night out with friends!
Tue, 26th Nov:
Sat, 7th Dec:
The TUSU Members Meeting (formerly known as the AGM) takes place once a year and is open to ALL current, enrolled Teesside University students. It takes place on Tuesday, 19th November from 5 pm and, although it is a very important meeting, it usually takes no longer than 90 minutes.
Best of all...we are so keen for you to attend that we are offering 1 x FREE Domino's pizza to as many of you who attend the whole meeting as we possibly can.
It is a chance to:
Hear from your Student Officers about their campaign priorities for the year and how they will ensure YOUR voice is heard by the University.
Give feedback and ask them questions.
Make suggestions for how TUSU can be even better.
Have a say in the governance of the Students' Union and the way the 2025 TUSU Elections are run.
Pick up a digital code (while stocks last) for 1 x FREE Domino's Pizza if you attend the whole meeting*
Check out tees-su.org.uk/agm for key papers you should read before the meeting and more information.
* PLEASE NOTE: The meeting is usually well attended, and supplies of codes for free pizza are limited. We cannot guarantee that everyone who attends the meeting will receive one.
* PLEASE NOTE: You MUST bring your Teesside University Student ID card (TUSC) to the meeting to be admitted.
We are a Students' Union who pride ourselves on running "real world" campaigns that focus on the issues of most importance to Teesside University students. Check out upcoming activities and events YOU can participate in.
Get FREE breakfast on selected weekdays until we revert to holiday opening hours in the middle of December.
Speak to the Student Officers and, subject to availability, staff our TUSU Activities and SU Student Support (SUSS) teams at Talk to TUSU events.
Make new friends, share ideas and support and be part of a network at weekly Students Supporting Students sessions.
Get advice and info on all aspects of academic success including showing integrity, using Artificial intelligence correctly in your academic work and attending mandatory university activity properly.
Help us mark World AIDS Day and get advice, info and freebies from a range of agencies concerned with student wellbeing on Mon, 2nd December.
Find out more through tees-su.org.uk/officers and keep an eye on tees-su.org.uk/events or our social media channels for details of upcoming campaign dates.
The Terrace (1st floor, TUSU Building) is open seven days a week during semester time. Delicious food is available Monday through Saturday, and there is a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. You can expect great service and a welcoming atmosphere every time you join us. Check out more details, including opening hours and this year’s menus, here.
Did you know that The Terrace...
Holds a 5-star food hygiene rating.
Has Halal and Vegan options on the menu.
Has great offers for students and staff on food and drinks every week of the academic year.
Serves a range of coffee and other hot drinks 6 days a week from opening until 8.30 pm.
AND...
AVAILABLE UNTIL 29TH NOV: Choose from festive pizzas or toasties.
AVAILABLE UNTIL THE TERRACE CLOSES FOR THE FESTIVE HOLIDAYS: Enjoy Gingerbread Latte and Mint Hot Chocolate options from just £2.30.
AVAILABLE 2ND DEC TO 13TH DEC: Traditional Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings plus a non-alcoholic drink from just £9.99. Check out tees-su.org.uk/events for details of how to book.
The SU Shop (ground floor, TUSU Building) is open six days a week (closed Sundays except for special events) during semester time, providing a great range of snacks, drinks, course-related materials and plenty of special offers and discounts to help with the cost of living.
Did you know that The SU Shop...
Serves a wide and ever-growing range of Halal, Gluten-free and vegan-friendly options.
Is the only place on campus to buy Teesside University branded clothing and merchandise.
Has a range of microwavable snacks, which can then be heated up in our Heat and Eat area (1st floor, TUSU Building).
Has hot water for just 40p and a wide range of other drinks with rewards the more you buy!
Find out more about the SU Shop and order branded clothing online here.
Hello from your School Representatives! We trust that everyone is adjusting well to the new semester. It has been wonderful to connect with some of you already and to gather your feedback during our on-campus and online sessions. We have been collaborating with our staff to ensure that your feedback reaches the appropriate departments. Discussions have taken place regarding issues related to policy changes, communications, and accessibility. Additionally, we have engaged with school staff teams to address matters concerning personal tutors, timetabling, student engagement, and facilities. Ongoing discussions are in progress, and we will keep you all informed about the outcomes shortly.
We are eager to connect with more of you, so we invite you to join our on-campus and online sessions. We will be hosting at least one session each week until the semester concludes. For further details and booking information, please visit the SU website. If you have any questions or need assistance on how to reach us, feel free to email: representation@tees-su.org.uk, and we will gladly help you.
Teesside University Students' Union (TUSU) is led by students for students, and each February/March, any current enrolled student at the Uni* can run in our elections to find the next three people who oversee how it's run on behalf of all students and represent them to the most senior figures at the institution such as the Board of Governors and Vice-Chancellor along with his top team.
These are paid, full-time opportunities to make a real difference and gain the kind of experience and skills other students can only dream about, and we will be adding full information on running in the elections and the rules by which they are run to tees-su.org.uk/elections before the end of November, we will also include a timeline of key dates that candidates need to be aware of and tasks you must complete to enter the elections race. Most importantly, we will provide a full summary of the roles and responsibilities of each of the three Student Officer roles, which you should read carefully if you are thinking of running.
Before all that, though, we'd urge anyone who is already considering running for a role (you may only stand for ONE of the positions) to email: elections@tees-su.org.uk with your initial questions and to consider the following carefully:
PLEASE NOTE: There are a range of circumstances which may prevent a student from participating in the elections and becoming a Trustee of TUSU, even if they are fully enrolled. We will have full details of these on the elections web page later this month and can also offer confidential advice if you have questions about your eligibility through the elections email account.
Did you know TUSU has an official podcast with new episodes most months of the academic year! It's a chance to hear from your Student Officers in depth, find out what's been happening and get a preview of what's coming up at TUSU! We also regularly have special guests, including TUSU staff and senior figures from the University, including the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, no less! Check out the latest episodes and access the archive through tees-su.org.uk/podcasts. AND...got ideas for future content or guests? E-mail: comms@tees-su.org.uk to give us feedback.
Unitemps is Teesside University's recruitment agency, matching candidates with exciting businesses. Launched in September 2024, the Unitemps Teesside University branch is located in the Student Life Building, Teesside University.
What can Unitemps offer students?
Your SU works closely with the University and a range of external agencies such as Cleveland Police, Cleveland Fire and the NHS to try to keep all students safe and well. It remains important to keep taking sensible precautions to minimise the risk to both yourself and other students.
Check out our tips for staying throughout the academic year.
