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Students’ Union

The Students’ Union at EKC Canterbury College is home to the College’s clubs and societies, and organises a wide range of exciting trips and events.

Student Union event

What is the Students' Union?

The Students’ Union (SU) is a group of students dedicated to representing your voice, organising events, and running campaigns to enhance College life.

Every student automatically becomes a member of the SU when they join us, giving you the opportunity to get involved, share your ideas, and help shape student experiences.

The SU is led by the Students’ Union President, Niamh, who works closely with the Student Experience Officers, Jordan and Ella, to support clubs, societies, and enrichment activities across the College.

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Benefits of the Students’ Union

Access to student discounts and money-saving schemes
Awareness about issues that matter to you
Involvement in clubs and societies
Elections for your SU President and Officers
Share your thoughts on College life
Join exciting trips and events

Wardrobe Refresh Hub

Come along to the LRC and visit the Wardrobe Refresh Hub, it’s a free and sustainable way to update your wardrobe!

Check out the outfir of the week or browse freely. With brands such as Zara, Boohoo and ASOS you’re sure to find something you like.

Societies

Societies are a fantastic way to socialise, meet new people, and connect over shared interests or causes. Some of the societies currently running include Arts and Crafts, Dungeons and Dragons, and Debate Society.

If you’d like to learn more or have an idea for a new society, feel free to chat with your Student Experience Officers!

Food Bank

Our food bank, located in the LRC, is open to all staff and students, offering free food to help meet your needs.

We receive weekly donations from Fair Share, ensuring that the food is fresh and the food bank stays well-stocked. Feel free to help yourself whenever you need it

Academic Year kicked off with Freshers’ Fayre 2024

11 September 2024
EKC Canterbury College has kicked off the academic year with Freshers' Fayre 2024, designed to welcome new and returning students.
NUS

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Take part in the Students' Union election

There are many roles available each year in the Students’ Union at EKC Canterbury College.

From Equality Officer to SU President, your actions and voice could represent students across the campus.

Speak to Student Experience Officers, Jordan and Ella, to learn how to get involved, and when the elections take place. You will find them in the Learning Resource Centre.

Public services trip

Explore new places and make new friends on a range of exciting trips, including Wembley Stadium, Thorpe Park, ComicCon and many more that will take you across the country.

Get involved with organising and running events that raise awareness for wider issues or celebrate different cultures.

Use your voice to make a difference to the College community and student life by becoming a Class Rep or a Students’ Union Officer.

We’re part of six community-based colleges

Our mission is to play a leading role for East Kent in developing the economic and social prosperity of the diverse communities we serve.