About Us
The University of Cumbria Students’ Union (UCSU) is an independent charity here to represent and support you throughout your time at university. Once you join UoC you automatically become a member of UCSU.
Led by three full time, elected representatives, we will be there to make sure everything you do at university is done to the fullest, be that joining or starting a group, getting involved in volunteering, student voice, student networks or campaigns. We also provide independent support with academic matters as well as so much more!
We have four key values which inform everything that we do.
Friendly
Enjoying working with and for you
- We will positively and enthusiastically welcome you to our space.
- We adapt our tone and body language to be approachable.
- We try to understand your situation.
- We think you matter. We will actively listen to you.
- We are happy to chat.
Inclusive
Relevant to, involving of, and accessible for you
- We communicate effectively to reach all students by removing barriers to access.
- We represent all of you and consider all of you.
- We don't make judgements/assumptions.
- We have time for everyone.
- We let students know about our diverse range of opportunities and services.
- We actively educate ourselves on current equality issues.
Excellent
Always striving to do our best for you
- We challenge others to do their best for you.
- We welcome and embrace feedback.
- We shout about your successes and shout about our successes.
- We seek solutions.
- We set the highest of standards.
- We are always learning, improving and striving to be the best.
Member Led
Our services, opportunities and activities are informed by what matters to you
- We give you options.
- We encourage students to participate.
- We tell students what we are doing for them.
- We ask students what they want.
- We actively listen.
- We act once we have listened.
- We put your needs first.
