We love to celebrate all of the great achievements of our student groups and shout about the positive impacts that they have on our university and wider communities.

 Our student groups always make us Proud to be Staffs, here's what some of them have been up to recently:

(Any student groups wishing to submit news article content, please send your updates to studentengagement@staffs.ac.uk)

Student Group Badges Term One 24/25

The Student Group Badge framework recognises the work of our student groups helping to deliver our Values

 
Kind hearted students making a BIG impact

Term one has seen some truly inspiring fundraising from our students and student groups

 
Spotlight of the Week - FACS (Forensic & Crime Science)

A student-led society that is open to students at all levels from Foundation to Ph.D. You do not need to have any forensic or policing experience to join the FACS Society, just an interest in forensics and true crime.

 
Student Group of the Month: November 2024

Student Group of the Month: November 2024 - Islamic Society

 
Staffs Women In STEM's Big Social Mixer

Staffs Women In STEM society mixer is great success

 
Spotlight of the Week- Overwatch 2 Society

Once again, this week, we have another gaming society for you called Overwatch 2 Society! Overwatch 2 is a FREE first-person shooter video game that can be played on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

 
New Society Announcement! Staffs Splatoon Society

New Society Announcement! Staffs Splatoon Society

 
Spotlight of the Week - Social Knights

Today in Spotlight, we are presenting you with a brand-new society called Social Knights Society! As the name suggests, society is all about socialising and making new friends.

 
Spotlight of the Week – Law Society

Order! Order! Don’t be incurious! Although it is a LAW Society, they are not all about the Law, and anyone is welcome to join! If you like to discuss current affairs, have opinions on certain things and debate on interesting topics. You will find LAW Society to be a great place to be.

 
Student Group of the Month: October 2024

So many groups have embraced their community spirit, with collaborative events, fun activities, and sessions, but Mario Kart Society has stood apart from the crowd to take this month's award

 
Spotlight of the Week – Oriental Society

This week's Spotlight shines on the Oriental Society itself, the diverse threads of East Asian, Southeast Asian, and other Asian cultures. From lively gatherings to insightful cultural exchanges, we're celebrating the unique blend of traditions, experiences, and friendships that make this society so special!

 
Verkada Takes Over the Staffs Computing Society!

On Wednesday, 23rd October, the Staffs Computing Society welcomed Verkada, a cloud-based security solutions company, for a highly anticipated takeover event.

 
Clubs and Societies smash the Open Day!
societies on open day 19th october

Student groups volunteered for the 19th October Open Day, here's a list of who attended and what they've achieved!

 
Have A Digital Declutter Day

Computing Society tips to help make your digital habits more sustainable

 
Desi Disco Night!

Desi Disco is a floor filler yet again

 
Islamic Society Sisters Get Creative

The Islamic Society Sister's meet & greet offers faith, food and creative flair

 
Spotlight of the Week – Staffs Esports

Staffs Esports is the home of esports and gaming at Staffs - Quite literally!

Whether you're a casual gamer, play competitively in a university league, want to learn how to run events and be involved with their production, or just want to find others who are into the same games as you, society provides support for it all.

 
New Society Announcement! - Battle For Blender

New Society Announcement! - Battle For Blender

 
Spotlight of the Week - Staffordshire Uni Racing

Hey everyone, as we start this new academic year, the societies are back with opening their memberships to students to join their group! With that said, the Staffs Uni Racing is actively looking for new members to join their society!

 
Have you found your student group yet?
Pokemon stall

Our student led groups have been busy hosting give it a go sessions for new students.

 
Introducing our Brand New Adopt a Society Board - A Story

Have you noticed a new sign outside of Ember Lounge? Learn what it is, why it's there and more!

 
Staffs Women in STEM: Peer Mentor Program

Staffs Women In STEM (SWIS) have launched a new student-led mentorship program, and are looking for Mentees and Mentors!

 
Quick Guide to Academic Societies

What are Academic Societies? Features and Benefits

 
Christian Union's Sweets & Treats
Photo of Christian union members

Awesome students from our Christian Union brave the cool night air to give out free sweets and treats to LRV party goers.

 
Knit & Natter Society are back!
Knit and Natter logo

Learn new knitting and crafting skills and enjoy a good natter with great people!

 
Spotlight of the Week - Computing Society
Spotlight Computing Society

Imagine a community full of laughter and people passionate about technology... that's Computing Society! The Computing Society of Staffs provide members with resources to enhance their skills, like coding workshops, hackathons and career advice, while offering networking opportunities with industry professionals.

 
Clubs and Societies Meet & Greet

On Wednesday, September 18th, our Clubs & Societies Meet & Greet event in Ember Lounge was a big hit with students. Over 300 students attended the event, taking up the opportunity to meet with some of our club and society committee leaders and find out what exciting things the student groups have planned this year.

 
How to join Clubs and Societies?
how to join clubs and societies at staffs

University life is incomplete if you haven’t joined any clubs and societies. Here at Staffs, you can choose from 100s of societies to join from and if you don’t find which matches your interest, you can make your one!

 
Staffs Uni Racing making us proud...Again!
SUR logo

Staffordshire University Racing compete in Formula Student, and come home smiling.

 
Celebrating Excellence: 'We Are Staffs Awards' 2024 Recap!
We Are Staffs Awards' 2024

What a night it was at the 'We Are Staffs Awards' 2024! Staffordshire University's Student Union was buzzing with excitement as we gathered to honour the remarkable achievements of our student leaders, representatives, volunteers, and community champions.

 
Spotlight of the Week – Staffordshire University Dance Club
staffs uni dance society

Dance lovers rejoice! This week, we are going to introduce a group of students who have a real love for dance. Meet the Staffordshire University Dance Club! The club is a fun and safe place to explore dance and improve your skills. They try to explore a range of dance styles and give members the opportunity to compete or just dance for fun. They welcome all levels of dancers and give them the opportunity to join their beginner competition team or their open classes, which are mor

 
Your Student Group Committees for 24/25

Here are the committees that you have elected to run your student groups for the 2024/25 academic year!

 
Spotlight of the Week – SAMS Society
Spotlight SAMS

Hello students! This week in Spotlight we are introducing you to a society that might interest many of you as it's popularity is growing worldwide! The society offers a great space for people who love anime, manga, and Japanese pop culture! Yes, we are talking about the Staffs Anime and Manga Society also known as SAMS!

 
Spotlight of the Week – Guild of Assassins
Spotlight Guild of Assassins

This week in Spotlight, we have a society that shares a collective passion to hunt and “assassinate” each other using foam darts and various traps to accomplish their mission objectives set by our beloved Captain, Assbeard. Yes, we are talking about none other than the Guild of Assassins Society!

 
Spotlight of the Week – Goth Society
Spotlight of the Week – Goth Society

This week in the Spotlight, we are introducing a fairly new place where things are dark and scary! Yes, we are talking about Staffs new Goth Society! The society is headed by the manager Aleksandra Limanowska, Finance officer – Taiga Hookey, Communications officer – Peter Conroy and Wellbeing and Inclusion Officer - Caitlin Richardson.