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When you join the University of Bedfordshire, you don't just join the University - you also become a member of Bedfordshire Students' Union (Beds SU)!

We are here to help every student get the most out of their university experience. We campaign on issues that you care about, as well as provide lots of opportunities for you to meet new people, develop your skills, campaign for change and try something new!

Advice

In order to make sure your voice is heard throughout the year we rely on student representatives.

We have elected student representatives for different communities within the University to make sure we represent everyone.

You can become a student leader for any of the communities you are a part of.

Beds SU has two fantastic venues available – The Metro in Luton and The Hub in Bedford. Both venues were recently refurbished in a modern, rustic style.

Sustainability

Going Beyond Simple Compliance

We are committed to considering the environmental and ethical implications of all our actions, and reducing the negative and increasing the positive impact our organisation has on the environment. Beds SU endeavours to continually improve our ethical and environmental performance, go beyond simple compliance and engage all of our stakeholders in ethical and environmental concerns of interest to our students.

Sustainable Development Goals

Our sustainability practices are guided by the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, providing a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.

Latest Guides and Resources

How well is your course engaging you in sustainability?

Thu 13 Jun, 2024 · 3 mins read

“Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) can be understood as a lens that permits us to look critically at how the world is and to envision how it might be, and equips us to deliver that vision. “ESD develops competencies - skills, attributes and values - and how they link to subject knowledge and knowledge of sustainable development.”

The Festive Green Fashion Showcase 2023/24

Tue 21 Nov, 2023 · 3 mins read

With the success of the first Green Fashion Show taking place last academic year, Beds SU are proud to announce the second edition of the Green Fashion Show is coming soon with prizes to be won…

Food First visit campus

Tue 24 Oct, 2023 · 1 min read

As part of ‘Make A Difference Day’ Beds SU are delighted to welcome Food First back to campus.

Beds SU: Community Pantry

Wed 11 Oct, 2023 · 2 mins read

In response to the cost of living crisis Beds SU launched a Community Pantry, trialling in Luton. Read on to find out how to access it.

Money saving tips from the SU

Tue 5 Sep, 2023 · 3 mins read

Our guide to keeping your finances in check at university

Beds SU scoops two new awards

Tue 11 Jul, 2023 · 2 mins read

We’ve been recognised for our events and sustainability initiatives!

Our Policies

Our sustainability practices are explained in the following policy documents:

In addition, Beds SU has a SMART Action Plan to help promote and develop our sustainability work and periodically audits its energy use.

See below to review our outcomes achieved in our work to promote sustainable development within the student experience and achieve positive change for the environment and toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Outcomes Review (June 2024)

Get Involved

We’re always open to suggestions from students about sustainability strategies or things to implement. If you’d like to make a suggestion, please get in touch.

You can also take an active role by joining one of the following societies:

Or by completing our sustainability training online.