UPCOMING EVENTS
LGBT+ Disco
On Tuesday, February 28, from 4:30 to 6:00 pm, the LGBT+ Society will proudly hold their first disco in the Gallery at UC in celebration of LGBT history month. Everyone is welcome!
To learn more about LGBT+ History Month visit the Students’ Union websiteLinks to an external site..
International Women’s Day
For International Women's Day and beyond, let's all fully #EmbraceEquity. It’s time to get the world talking about why "equal opportunities are no longer enough." As part of this the Students’ Union will be hosting stalls to celebrate, all students are welcome to attend.
07/03/23 - Bispham Campus – Student Life Centre – 11:30 -1:30pm
08/03/23 - University Centre – Student Life Centre – 11:30-1:30pm
Election Registration:
The Students' Union Election 2023/24 is here! Now we are looking for the next leaders of our Union. It’s time to put yourself forward and lead the Student Voice at B&FC. We’re looking for our next Presidents and Vice Presidents of B&FC Students’ Union. Registration of interest closes 31/03/23.
Find out more information on the election on the Students’ Union websiteLinks to an external site..
Spring Clean Clear-out
It’s time to dust the cobwebs off the shelves and get rid of those old tin cans you no longer want. The Students’ Union are hosting a Spring Clean Clear-out.
We all have tins we bought at the supermarket that we’re never going to use. Instead of throwing them away, why not donate them to a good cause. From now till 24/03/23 you can donate unused tinned food in one of our Union Yellow bins. All donations will be donated to Blackpool Food Bank.
ENRICHMENT UPDATES
British Sign Language – Sign up via our website.Links to an external site.
Ever fancied learning British Sign Language? Now you can!
BSL is used mainly by people who are Deaf or to support those who have a hearing loss and now B&FC are bringing basic BSL workshops to College.
Writers Society – Sign up via our website.Links to an external site.
Are you a writer? Looking to link up with other writers' in the B&FC community? Join the Writers' Society!
The Writers' Society is welcoming of everyone and we aim to help you make new friends with other writers'. Need someone to bounce ideas off? Hitting writers block? Whether you're looking for relaxed chat or regular meet ups - if you are a writer, this is the society for you!
Girl Zone (This Girl Can) – Sign up via our website.Links to an external site.
B&FC are partnering up with This Girl Can to bring Girl Zone to B&FC.
Launched in 2015, the This Girl Can campaign research shows that many women are put off taking part in physical activity due to a fear of judgement – this might be about the way they look when they exercise, that they’re not good enough to join in or they should be spending more time on their families, studies or other priorities.
Girl Zone is a space for female and non-binary students to come together and have an area where they can feel comfortable to come together and have fun. As well as having an online discussion board via the Enrichment @B&FC Teams area, members will have a space on site to visit for Girl Zone only sessions.
COST-OF-LIVING SUPPORT
Cost-Of-Living Union support page
In direct respond to the cost-of-living crisis the Students’ Union have created a page on the Students’ Union website.Links to an external site. with support available to everyone in the Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre area. This webpage will receive regular updates, so make sure to keep checking back.
Budget Busters
To help with the cost-of-living crisis B&FC Students’ Union have set up a Budget Busters Group. You can join the Budget Busters group to get information on affordable and easy recipes, food banks, community grocery, citizens advice, sharing budget calendars and LOTS MORE! Sign up via the Students’ Union website.Links to an external site..
COMMUNITY OFFERS
Visit Blackpool
As the tourism arm of Blackpool Council, Visit Blackpool work closely with local partners and stakeholders to showcase the best that Blackpool has to offer. If you’re looking for something to do why not visit their websiteLinks to an external site..