March 2003
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First-Class Semester for UBU

The past semester saw three major campaigns by the Students' Union.

Firstly, the successful 'Bras on Bars', in aid of Breast Cancer, raised around £400 for Cancer Research UK.

Meanwhile, the Students' Union 'Wall of Debt' banner received 900 signatures in support of free education, which was later paraded through London with 100 university students as part of the NUS National Demonstration to end student debt.

Surrounding the publication of the funding White Paper, UBU Officers have met with local MPs and local researchers to continue the campaign.

Finally, Personal Safety Week, organised by Women's Officer Kate Greenfield, raised awareness of different aspects of personal safety including drink spiking and safety in Halls. The week culminated in the launch of Securitxt - the joint venture between the University and the UBU, allowing students and staff to text details of any incidents to Security.

UBU Communications Officer Susannah Davies said: "It's been a great start to the academic year and we hope that this semester goes as well as the first."

Upcoming campaigns include 'UBU - UB Proud', challenging stereotypes and promoting positive body image, the annual RAG event, and the 'Jailbreak' fundraising challenge.

18 March 2003

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