(Published Thursday 12th November)

Following on from recent events and the recent starting of the new national lockdown last week, I wanted to provide an update for you. 

Your SU Executive Officer team have met with the University senior leaders to discuss the fencing incident and your general wellbeing. You can read the latest statement from the executive team here: https://bit.ly/3eQzIwd
We have spoken with the Vice Chancellor and the Director of Students Experience about your concerns and wellbeing. We will continue to negotiate with the university. Further meetings will take place in coming weeks. We will continue to update you.

As your Welfare and Community Officer, I am making available office hours from Mon-Fri for you to catch up with me on any issues.  I believe more than ever students need to be listen to. From 16th November, Monday to Friday 12-3pm you can speak to me either via Zoom or Microsoft Teams. You can speak to me about issues you are facing at University, Halls of Residence, and projects which you can get involved at your Students’ Union. I am currently planning and working on 2 big projects. Greater Manchester Students Solidarity Campaign We Belong; and a Belong Engagement Initiative to celebrate students' work and projects on your students' union website. During my campaign last year, my priorities were students’ wellbeing, students voice first, and empowering students. 

Together creating a greater Manchester, I believe, I cannot do this alone without your support, after all, it was your votes that got me here. So, lets' come together to achieve these goals. I am here to listen to you and work with you. 

You can reach me via the Zoom details below or contact me directly on Microsoft Teams
Topic: Welfare and Community Officer, Catch Up with Students
Time: This is a recurring meeting Meet anytime
https://zoom.us/j/96057941864 
Meeting ID: 960 5794 1864
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ab9akP0Zxf 

Microsoft Teams: Junior Usina
Email: junior.usina@student.manchester.ac.uk

For further support: 
You might have already received these communications from the University or your Students’ Union. 

- The SU Covid-19 Hub where you can find all important information and support https://bit.ly/3eV9IzY 

- Join The Union Buddy Scheme https://bit.ly/2TjKeSx

- Students' Union Advice Service which is free, confidential and impartial https://bit.ly/3cRmXic

- Su Study Space available, The Steve Biko Building (Your SU Building) is open from 10am to 8pm, Monday to Friday. The building is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. (No booking required)

- Many of our student societies are still active and host regular online events and socials. What’s On page https://bit.ly/34AQ3S9

- Library Study space https://bit.ly/35oey5n

- Co-op grocery delivery https://bit.ly/33El2fK

- The University campaign 50 things you could in 50 days https://bit.ly/3ljXYcu

- Wellbeing Support: https://bit.ly/3knw0eA

- The University Students Support Services are still open during lockdown https://bit.ly/3krNx5k

- Many students might be looking forward to rent for next academic year, please use and seek advice from Advice Services, we will be hosting online meet your flatmate event on the 19th and 26th November 5pm-7:30pm. We will make more information available for this. For further housing advice on contracts agreements visit https://bit.ly/2GWPbOQ