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Students given the chance to help developing countries in once in a lifetime adventure
Young adults are being given the opportunity to embark on a life changing adventure volunteering in developing countries.
Portsmouth societies and clubs take part in Movember
November is once again upon us, and will be eagerly marked by the changing faces of a large number of men, and many University of Portsmouth students.
Too early to link tuition fees to drop in applicants
University applications have dropped by 9% this year, despite suggestions that the rise in tuition fees would have had a far more detrimental effect on the percentage of people going into higher education.
UPSU raise over £600 for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Throughout the month of October, UPSU have held several events to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, including a RAG Raid and a pink themed night out.
Free law advice for all students
The University of Portsmouth’s Law School is running an Employment Law Clinic to help advise employees who feel they are being unfairly treated at work. The Employment Law Clinic is a free service for everyone, including students.
Free advice service teaches students how to handle debt
Blue Speck Media Ltd, who run a website specifically aimed to help people with their debts – including information on mortgages, savings, investments and pensions – has added a new section aimed solely at students earlier this year.
First student council of the year held
The first student council of the year took place on October 27th. The purpose of the student council is for students to meet the Union’s elected officials and decide on what changes can be made around our University.
Liquid’s parent company enters administration
Luminar, the parent company of over 75 nightclubs across the country, including popular Portsmouth nightclub Liquid, has gone into administration.
Students to take part in ‘crime scene to court’ exercise
The University Forensic Forum is to run a ‘crime scene to court’ exercise throughout the semester, starting on Friday 28th October with a fight in Ravelin Park.
Majority of female students scared of unplanned pregnancy
A recent survey carried out by the NUS has revealed that 60% of female students are worried about getting pregnant during their studies.