Lead on, and champion, the experience of Postgraduate Taught students at the University of Exeter, striving to ensure that the University and the Students' Guild are inclusive and mindful of the needs and experiences of Postgraduate Taught students. Critically holds the University to account on all matters pertaining to students on Postgraduate Taught programmes.
Lead on, and champion, the experience of Postgraduate Research students at the University of Exeter, striving to ensure that the University and the Students' Guild are inclusive and mindful of the needs and experiences of Postgraduate Research students. Critically holds the University to account on all matters of Postgraduate Research.
Student Project to create an Exeter Student Housing Cooperative
Champions the Rights and Welfare of all Exeter students both in the community and on the University's campuses. Listens to and amplifies the voices of Exeter students, advocating improvement in student support, and the removal of structural barriers at Exeter.
Lead on, and champion, the Academic Experience at Exeter ensuring the University strives for constant improvement whilst also ensuring that any decisions on the education and academic experience at the University is to the benefit of all students. Critically holds the University to account on all matters of education.
Lead, promote, and champion successful Student Activities at Exeter: be they the student medias, volunteering, societies, or student groups. Uphold student democracy assisting and ensuring that students engage with, make change, and lead their Students' Guild.
Leads the Sabbatical Officer team, advocating for and on behalf of all Exeter students. Takes strategic and executive decisions and holds the Chief Executive to account through being Chair of Trustee Board. Represents all Exeter students to the University, the local community, and nationally.
Trustee Board are responsible for the management and administration of the Guild and (subject to the Students’ Guild Memorandum & Articles and Bylaws) may exercise all the powers of the Guild as outlined in the Memorandum & Articles.
Working with staff, and the Student Elections Officer; make sure that Student Elections are kept relevant to students and as engaging as possible.
Working with staff, and the Student Ideas Officer; make sure that Student Ideas is kept fun, relevant to students and as engaging as possible.
To actively seek opinion and feedback from the Humanities Subject Chairs, and take responsibility for leading on issues and feedback until they are resolved.
Student Project to support students who are currently interrupted, and students who are returning from interruption back into their studies.
To actively seek opinion and feedback from the Medical School Subject Chairs, and take responsibility for leading on issues and feedback until they are resolved.
Work with students and student leaders to deliver effective campaigns that produce measurable change.
My experience as a postgraduate student by Jess!
This idea has been passed on to President Shades and VP Activities to investigate.
To actively seek opinion and feedback from the Humanities Subject Chairs, and take responsibility for leading on issues and feedback until they are resolved.
Where appropriate, familiarise yourself with the campaigning work of the National Union of Students, rolling out national campaigns on a local basis.
Our website is live! Check it out here: https://exetermediawatch.wixsite.com/home
Wellbeing tips from Ruby Jones
The University publishes an annual financial statement. The 2016-17 statement is available now and the 2017-18 statement will be published in July 2018. This will be a central project as part of the Guild's value for money strategy group.
The CEMPS and CLES College Officers should liaise about Natural Sciences to ensure issues are raised in the appropriate places.
The Volunteer Charter sets out the Rights of student volunteers, and the responsibilities they have. This charter is influenced heavily by the work of Cumbria Council who use a similar model to ensure the communities they support work in ways which enable volunteers rather than exploiting them.
Learning how to budget well is a vital step to starting life at university.
An employment opportunity as part of Get Connected!
Advocate for and amplify the voices of international students at Exeter, raising issues, and encouraging participation in the activities and work of the Guild.
Representing issues facing international students at Exeter, and to encourage the participation of these students in the work of the Guild and the life of the University
Whilst you’re at University there are a number of different avenues of support available to you, we’ve listed some of the key ones below and how to contact them!
This was a political idea, and fails because there were too few voters. No further action will be taken.
To actively seek opinion and feedback from the CLES Subject Chairs, and take responsibility for leading on issues and feedback until they are resolved.
To actively seek opinion and feedback from the CEMPS Subject Chairs, and take responsibility for leading on issues and feedback until they are resolved.
Engage with, and support, the Liberation Networks to assist in building and maintaining grassroot dialogue and action on marginalised experiences.
Work with the Sabbatical Officers to ensure the Guild is effective in its representation of international students within the University
To work with the Sabbatical Officers to ensure the Guild is effective in its representation of international students within the University
Congratulations on the release of results if you’ve recently completed your referred/deferred assessments
We’re fed up of telling you about all the things you can’t do, so instead, we’re going to tell you 99 things you can do!
Unmissable student offers
This is a Maintenance request because the toilets are managed by the University. We have done the paperwork and this idea now closes.
The CEMPS and CLES College Officers should liaise about Natural Sciences to ensure issues are raised in the appropriate places.
Engage with, and support, the Liberation Networks to assist in building and maintaining grassroot dialogue and action on marginalised experiences.
Push the Guild and University in providing services and spaces that are sensitive to the diverse needs, beliefs and cultures of our international community.
To push the Guild and University in providing services and spaces that are sensitive to the diverse needs, beliefs and cultures of our international community.
Offering support for our students affected by tragic events around the world.
We’ve put together some tips for making the most of your space to help make things a little easier!
What's it like being a Maths student at Exeter? Find out from Scarlett!
Embody an intersectional approach to all liberation work; we do not live single-issue lives.
Provide guidance on the Guild’s communication methods, ensuring that all relevant information about activities, support and commercial services is effectively communicated
To provide guidance on the Guild’s communication methods, ensuring that all relevant information about activities, support and commercial services is effectively communicated
We're excited to launch our brand new Society Badges scheme!
Tips from past and present Exeter students to find out what they couldn’t live without at uni, as well as their favourite places to go! - Blog from Ellie.
Top tips about moving to Exeter!
This Idea about the UCU strike action is a duplicate of an Idea which has already passed, and was therefore refused.
Embody an intersectional approach to all liberation work; we do not live single-issue lives.
Liaise with and support international societies who wish to organise events and/or campaign on issues relevant to the aims and objectives of those societies
To liaise and support international societies who wish to organise events and/or campaign on issues relevant to the aims and objectives of those societies
We're offering extra support through our Freshers' Welcome Packs for Care Leavers and Estranged Students
This guide is a list of the perfect treats right through from Autumn to Summer – never be stuck for ideas again. - Blog from Ellie.
This idea has now lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Tackle and campaign on non-legal issues and emergent themes that come up through RiD, the anonymous reporting tool to raise instances of microaggressions and harm.
Wishing all students the best of luck for the Referred/Deferred Assessment period.
We got 99 problems (including a pandemic), but having fun despite a 10PM curfew sure ain’t one of them - Blog from Ellie
Top Tips from Welcome Team
After some internal discussions, it was agreed that this would be carried out for the remaining matches where there were not scheduling conflicts with other sports with higher audiences and inside opening hours.
Liaise with staff support at the Guild to maintain and promote the Wellbeing Information Directory.
If you want a stall at the Freshers Fairs taking place on St Luke's and Streatham, we need to hear from you!
Introducing Howbout, the social planning app!
Never speak on behalf of others; always raise their voices.
A goodbye blog from Sunday, Guild President
We are so excited about our Get Connected Campaign
April 2018: This idea is a win. Click here for details of the a fundraiser
Tackle and campaign on non-legal issues and emergent themes in wellbeing and mental health that come up through speaking to students and Liberational Network Reps.
VP Education 2019-2021 Farewell Blog
Top tips to get and stay connected
This idea is a pass and will be followed up with the library before the end of the democratic year.
Confront behaviours and practices that are harmful, discriminatory, and marginalising, and challenge cultures that reproduce these behaviours and practices.
A goodbye message from Liv, VP Activities
During these times whilst we have to limit our social interactions, it can be hard to meet new people!
April 2018: 'The night porters experienced a lot of difficulty at night times and Takamanda has moved to a safer location on campus.' This idea fails in action
Construct radical new structures of support and empowerment for students at the margins, building on the work of the DVP Liberation in calling out instances of structural discriminatory practice at the University and within the student body.
Goodbye from Ruby, VP Welfare & Diversity
Meeting notes from the St. Luke's Town Hall on 8 June.
This idea idea passes with a first and will be put to the top of our priority list.
Find out who won a 2021 Teaching Award...
All you need to know ahead of results being released on Monday 28 June.
As this is doubly conditional on both snow and it sticking, it has been passed directly to the Sabb Team. The answer was Yaaaas.
Vaccinations available on Streatham on Friday 9 July
This is a duplicate of an Idea which is still open for action, and has been refused.
New Drugs and Alcohol Policy passed by University Senate
We’re delighted to announce the shortlist for the Teaching Awards 2021!
Rounding up the academic year!
We have found in the past the maintenance requests do not pass when put online as Student Ideas - we suggest that these requests go to the University Campus Services Help Desk here: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/campushelp/ or use the SID service here: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/sid/ for maintenance requests.
Be held to public account on the Guild website; to be held to account by attendance at official meetings, voting record, election promises and actions and decisions taken whilst in elected Executive office.
All Exeter students are now eligible for vaccination!
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Talk to students face-to-face or by email or social media, and share their concerns and ideas with others.
Student trustees play a key role on the board, bringing the voice of current students to the governing body...
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Actually campaign, lead and bring about change.
Want to be the face or voice of our Freshers' communications? We've got the perfect opportunity for you!
Following a complaint, voting on this idea has been closed 23 February 2018.
The complaint relates to duties on Charities as Service Providers under the Equality Act 2010 to refrain from acts which directly or indirectly target a protected characteristic (in this case gender) causing a "hostile or intimidating" environment.
Be professional when performing the elected role.
Our own roadmap to returning to activities on campus safely based on the Government’s guidance...
This is a duplicate of an idea which is still live for action.
We're delighted to announce your Guild Awards 2021 winners!
We want to hear from you- take a look at our Articles and feedback your thoughts...
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Results are in, and we can announce your Subject Chairs!
We have found in the past the maintenance requests do not pass when put online as Student Ideas - we suggest these go to the University Campus Services Help Desk here: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/campushelp/ or use the SID service here: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/sid/ for maintenance requests.
An update on Nadia's latest and upcoming projects!
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
We're delighted to announce the nominees for the Guild Awards!
This idea did not receive enough votes and fails. No further action will be taken.
VP Education co-writes letter in support for PGR students
This idea did not receive enough votes and fails. No further action will be taken.
We are here to support members of our student community who are impacted by the current crisis in Palestinian territories...
Campus space is at capacity for waterfillers at present but if you have any further suggestions for a specific place for a water filler please send your suggestion directly to campus services.
As restrictions continue to ease, remember to make use of the free testing facilities on campus!
This idea has failed as it did not get 25 votes. No further action will be taken.
Nominations in our Student Elections have now closed. We’re delighted to announce the candidates!
We did look into Deliveroo, delivering our products, but they do charge a substantial commission fee and because our products are very cheap already this wouldn’t be viable.
We're so excited a new space has be opened dedicated to your wellbeing.
We believe that the confusion indicated here is inherent in the concept of Ideas remaining open for voting while they are being actioned – once a democratic vote is over it is final and the consequences of the vote must be carried out. We have no plans to keep votes open after the published closure date for certainty in democratic decision-making. If all ideas were kept open to gauge further support then no action would ever be possible and student ideas would have failed its’ purpose.
The work of our Advice Service in supporting care leavers has been highlighted in a national case study!
This idea was recieved on 21 February 2018 and refused. It is a duplicate of an existing passed Large Idea and no further action is required.
We're pleased to be launching the brand new Open Feedback!
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
If you've been impacted by Covid-19 for a significant period, this may be considered during marking.
May 2018: No change agent came forward, this idea fails in action at the end of the democratic year.
An update on the plans for your Students' Guild on St. Luke's campus.
This idea is a duplicate of one which is live for action, and has been refused.
Some recent positive news for the St. Luke's campus!
This idea has been rejected as it is a duplicate of an existing idea which has passed for action.
Exeter groups nominated for national awards!
The University Grounds team won't accept this idea because of the very high cost and danger to health.
An update on the support available for BMBS students from your Students' Guild and Falmouth and Exeter Students’ Union.
We shall pass the idea on to the University team responsible for facilities and buildings.
Logged with Maintenance on Monday, 16 April 2018 13:13 and the Request Reference Number is 382995.00
Description: Estimate Request
Priority: 06, Attend within 1 month
Building: Hatherly Building
Response from Sunday, Guild President, to Everyone's Invited.
This would be in violation of Licensing Act 2003
Your Students' Guild is joining the #EaseTheFees tuition fee compensation campaign!
Click here for VP Education Bryony Loveless' closing statement
Your Students' Guild is closed from 2-7 April!
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Your student leaders 2021/22
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
We are deeply affected by this incident involving members of our community...
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
The total number of votes cast across all posts in this election was 24,532...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The issue of violence against women has been brought to the forefront of our minds...
This idea has been rejected as crossing the line between fun and flame-bait.
We're so excited to be launching our app...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Candidates put themselves forward for election because they want to make Exeter better for you....
VP Activities Becca Hanley has organised that when the contract ends with the current providers in October the washers will be changed to pay by card/app.
We know that it’s been a challenging couple of weeks for you with being displaced by the WW2 bomb...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Freedom of speech has risen to the forefront of many discussions around universities recently...
Guild Council votes in favour of campaigning for tuition fee compensation
February 2018: The Vice-Chancellor regretfully declines
Improve your course and nominate yourself by Weds 3 March 16:00
Unfortunately from a price point this would not be viable
Our Memorandum and Articles of Incorporation (M&A) are also being reviewed, find out what that means...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
I wanted to make sure that I was addressing welfare issues that often do not get the attention that they desperately need...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Will include a range of events and activities to encourage everyone to consider a range of environmental issues...
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
We are working hard on improving and developing our communications to be more inclusive and accessible...
This Idea is a duplicate of an existing Idea which is still open for action. It has been refused as a duplicate.
Exeter students recognised for incredible £200,000 Movember effort!
This idea has been refused because the technology used to make student ideas work is set on display dates which means that Ideas close at midnight because the date changes. To make this change would mean staff intervening in every poll to close it manually, which would be impractical at best and impossible during busy times.
Hope Francis has been successfully appointed to the role...
This idea has failed. No further action will be taken.
Offering further unprecedented financial measures to support students...
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
On 22 January we announced the first phase of the changes we’re making to our democracy...
A joint statement from the Students' Guild, The SU, UCU and Students for Academic Mitigation.
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
A reminder of the support and help we can provide you as student leaders...
As Student Ideas has a no-names rule, and the release of names would also come into direct conflict with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) in that it would release a personal opinion held by an individual (Union membership and political activity with regards to strike action) we cannot put this Idea live for voting.
Sunday joins other Russell Group SU Presidents in writing to Russell Group Vice-Chancellors for immediate action to support students
This idea was received on 8 February 2018 and rejected.
It is a duplicate of an existing idea which is live for action.
Please read the below information carefully to understand if you are eligible and to find out what happens next...
This idea failed to get over 475 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
Be the voice for students in College of Life and Environmental Sciences
This idea failed to get over 475 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
A letter to Ben Bradshaw MP from Sunday asking for additional support for students
President Shades has raised this with the University but the cost would be too significant
We are very happy to hear the University have listened to your concerns...
This idea did not achieve 475 voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
University and Guild Updates, as well as other important info...
This idea about the UCU strike action is duplicating existing Ideas which are still open for voting.
We're pushing back the dates of the 2021 Elections...
This idea about the UCU strike action is duplicating existing Ideas which are still open for voting.
Looking back at some of the incredible work from your Full-Time Officer team in 2020!
This idea about the UCU strike action is duplicating existing Ideas which are still open for voting.
The Students’ Guild Officers and staff will be taking a break over Christmas...
As Student Ideas has anonymous submission, there is no way to draw out any action against a proposer of an Idea; particularly when the Idea itself has been rejected.
There is also no way by law that the Guild could take this action against a current member without violating charity law and the Education Act (1994).
Today we’ve launched our new housing campaign...
As Student Ideas has a no-names rule, and the release of names would also come into direct conflict with the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) in that it would release a personal opinion held by an individual (Union membership and political activity with regards to strike action) we cannot put this Idea live for voting.
Moving forwards on issues such as ableism and inaccessibility is having the support of allies...
This idea has failed to reach 476 voters and has failed. No further action will be taken.
Important information to help you get ready for the 3-9 December travel window.
Find out who has been elected Doctoral College Officer...
21 December 2017: All of the newly built hubs will have microwave and hot water facilities
May 2018: Subsidising Freddos from 30p down to 10p would be loss leading which is illegal under EU competition so this idea fails in action.
Estrangement, and the support offered by the University of Exeter and the Students’ Guild.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Candidates for the upcoming Doctoral College Officer election announced!
This idea was submitted on 5 February 2018 and rejected as it is a maintenance request.
The proposer will be kept informed of any progress.
Sunday recently organised and chaired a session on campus free speech
This idea was rejected on submission because it would be specifically unlawful to carry it out.
Find our update on student activities, how we're operating and more with the new lockdown...
As a large idea with a top mark, the Sabb team will take the next steps.
Formal notice of poll for the Doctoral College Officer election
This idea has lapsed with the close of the democratic year 2017-18
Exciting opportunity for CLES and Doctoral College students to stand for College Officers...
The Guild's revised Statement can be viewed at: https://www.exeterguild.org/news/article/6001/UCU-Update-Following-Student-Ideas
University will take over the outlets from Sunday 1 November...
Click here for SID's closing remarks
Here you'll find our formal notice for our Elections this term...
March 2018: President Shades has raised this with the University who continually review their transport routes but the cost of another bus would be too significant so this idea fails in action.
Find out more about BHM 2020...
We only use plastic cups for water and during busy periods/events as a safety precaution.
We are currently looking into a bio-degradable cups/ paper and also plan to go straw less once and are working on a campaign to introduce this across the guild outlets.
Find out what the University has planned for this week...
We will start the conversation with the relevant people at the University to determine if this idea can be carried out.
Join us in showing support for mental health!
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
Wellbeing tips from Ruby Jones
This has been passed to Kat as a welfare concern.
We're sad to announce Josip Martincic will be leaving his role as VP Postgraduate.
An update on the Guild's representation structure for the 2020/21 academic year
How we can all fight the spread of coronavirus on campus
President Shades has presented this idea to be implemented alongside the XKeys refurbishment.
April 2018: this idea closes as a win.
Extra funding announced for care leavers, care experienced students and estranged students
A maintenance request has been submitted. No further action.
Updated statement from the Students' Guild regarding the Debating Society event
This idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Four virtual Freshers' events have unfortunately been cancelled
The Guild has no control over an external organisation's facilities or services but your complaint has been passed on.
Full-Time Officers took part in Unconference 2020.
This idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Advice Service closure from 7-14 September
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
Exeter FemSoc amplify the voices of Black Women at Exeter with #ShareTheMicNow
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Following a series of significant decisions and discussions with the University...
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Sunday Blake on the recently announced Guild changes
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Check out our events, activities, student blogs and more...
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Societies Council have voted to affiliate an amazing 48 over the course of the year.
This idea was received on the 19 January 2018 and rejected. It is a duplicate of another idea which has passed, and is still a live project.
Important information about unofficial Freshers' events.
This idea was vetoed by the executive during the drafting process.
Reflecting on the past year from your 2019/20 VP Postgraduate
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
We have come to the end of Go Green Week 2020 but that doesn't mean the green should nor will stop.
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
Exam season can be a bit of a minefield with so many rules!
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
There's still to nominate someone amazing...
The idea has failed because too few students voted. No further action will be taken.
We have been disappointed to see a large number of posts on social media attacking personal characteristics of students standing and campaigning in the Student Elections.
Find out more about the Industrial Action Compensation Scheme extension...
The idea failed to achieve the minimum number of voters and has failed. No further action will be taken.
I keep finding myself reflecting on our unofficial slogan, “Bleed Green"...
This idea was submitted using another students' ID as a prank.
It has been withdrawn and no further action will be taken.
Important update regarding the developing situation following the PM's announcement...
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
Zhenxian Lu, candidate for VP Postgraduate, has withdrawn from the Elections.
The idea failed to achieve the minimum number of voters and has failed. No further action will be taken.
A huge win from your VP Education!
May 2018: This idea fails at the end of the democratic year.
Find out who has been shortlisted at College-level in our Awards...
Despite the high confused rating, after investigation the result is clear. VP Welfare and Diversity Kat Karamani 'let the dogs out' on 10 January 2018 @10:00am https://www.exeterguild.org/ents/event/18060/
In line with Guild Council’s stance in support of tuition fee reimbursement as voted on 25 March...
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Guild society Contemporary Choir have raised over £8,500 since September!
We will not be buying an abacus, and this idea fails in action.
We would like to offer you solidarity and we are here for you, please read our statement for more information...
This idea was vetoed by the executive in the drafting process.
A goodbye from your Guild President 2019/20
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
With all events where an external speaker is invited on behalf of the Students’ Guild...
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
From your VP Welfare & Diversity 2019/20
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Students' Guild response to an open letter from the Medical Societies Officer
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Patrick, Guild President, shares the exciting news that it was passed! Find out more details here...
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Find out more about what happened during our Volunteering Week...
The Guild has successfully recruited three new External Trustees
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Out of 1,600+ nominations, who were the winners on the night...
This idea fails because the theft of sauce bottles makes this economically and environmentally inviable.
Last month Exeter were represented by 5 delegates at the NUS Liberation Conference
We’re delighted to announce the winners for the Guild Awards 2020!
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Our response to the Learning to Unlearn open letter, written and signed by University of Exeter students
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Shortlist announced for the 2020 Guild Awards!
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
There are some significant staff changes in the senior management team at the Guild. Please read on for more information.
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Due to the ongoing circumstances surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, we have made the difficult decision to furlough a number of staff to protect the Guild.
Students' Guild to send a party of five to the NUS Liberation Conference
Too few students voted on this idea, and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
We regret to announce we've taken the difficult decision to cancel Music Week 2020.
Due to the use of the name of a living person, this idea has been failed.
We, as your Full-Time Officer team and an organisation,...
This idea has not reached the voter threshold and fails. No further action will be taken.
The University of Exeter have released further information in relation to the summer assessment period...
Additional strikes have now been confirmed to be taking place for 14 days within the dates 20 February to 13 March.
This idea has failed to achieve enough voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Penny Dinh, VP Education, details the summer examination policy she helped to develop!
The cost of implementing change in the Lemmy would be more than £1,000 in investment. This idea has failed to reach the Large Idea voter turn-out and fails. No further action will be taken.
Nominations have closed for our annual Student Elections.
This idea has failed to achieve enough voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Week was held during the last week of January 27th-31
This idea has failed to achieve enough voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Monday 10th of February saw Go Green Week kick off throughout the campus and wider community
This idea has failed to achieve enough voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
This Eating Disorders Awareness Week 2020 (EDAW) we aimed to open up the conversation around eating difficulties.
This idea has failed to achieve enough voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Advice on social distancing from your VP Welfare & Diversity, Katie Heard!
Fewer than 25 students voted on this idea and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
We're donating a large number of pot noodles to the Residence Life team to give students in halls! ??
Fewer than 25 students voted on this idea and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Exeter Respect on Campus to be postponed due to emerging coronavirus situation.
Fewer than 25 students voted on this idea and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
This year, YMCA Society have worked to organise their participation in the 10th annual YMCA Exeter Sleepeasy...
Fewer than 25 students voted on this idea and it has failed. No further action will be taken.
Student Volunteering Week is here! Find out what it's all about and how you can get involved!
This Idea came first in the competition for a share of the allocated University grant funds. We will work with the student proposer on project start-up and delivery.
We are delighted to announce the results of our 2020 Student Elections!
This Idea came second in the competition for a share of the allocated University grant funds. We will work with the AU on project start-up and delivery.
Results from the student poll for the upcoming UCU industrial action
The first working group meeting has taken place.
The proposal has been taken to Campus Environment Group for implementation.
We're committed to being a more sustainable, green organisation. As part of Go Green Week, find out more about what we've done so far and what we plan to do!
Shades has brought this the the table as an action with St. Lukes.
A month of celebrations for LGBTQ+ History Month
This Idea fails Jan 02 2018
Fantastic news about the launch of an intercampus shuttle service
This suggestion would pass as an ordinary Student Idea. We will provide relevant information to the University about all Gold Ideas which would have passed, for them to consider any action they may want to take.
Important information and support for students
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
An amazing week for Refreshers' Week 2020 - read all about it!
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
What's it like being VP Activities? Find out from Liv!
This service already exists please click through to find links
Hear from Patrick about what it's like to run for and be Guild President
April 2018: Kat has pressured the University to a satisfactory extent. She is communicating with various faith groups to ensure that all provisions are there. Have meetings coming up where she will present these findings. Secured £500,000-600,000 for this project.
Looking back at some of our highlights of 2019!
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Update following the Officer Review
May 2018: No change agent was found so this idea fails in action at the end of the democratic year.
A busy term 1 for Societies Council
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
Opening hours for outlets, services and places during the Christmas vacation
This is a maintenance request and has been passed on to Campus services. There will be no further action.
Patrick Hoyle, Guild President, on a ground-breaking climate change decision
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
The UCU strike period has now come to an end, however action short of a strike (ASOS) is still underway till April 2020.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
78% of students support the cause of the UCU strike
On Tuesday evening, we celebrated the incredible achievements of this year’s Welcome Team.
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
The Students’ Guild’s next steps following the University and Colleges Union’s (UCU) decision to take industrial action.
"The University of Exeter Streatham Campus Masterplan Framework" does not include a library extension in the next decade but as noted in the comments there are hubs being built across campus. Read more about the University's estate strategy here http://www.exeter.ac.uk/campusservices/estate-services/estatemanagement/
Students Gather to Discuss the Issue of the Lack of Non-White Academics within the University Curriculum.
Although this would have passed as an ordinary Student Idea, the high confused mark despite considerable additional information being given indicates that the concept would be difficult to deliver. We think Student Ideas covers most of what the idea is actually asking for.
Last Wednesday VP Education, Penny Dinh, hosted our annual Academic Rep Leadership Conference.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Remember remember the 5th November… Tar Barrels tickets now on sale!
This suggestion would pass as an ordinary Student Idea. We will provide relevant information to the University about all Gold Ideas which would have passed, for them to consider any action they may want to take.
Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to all candidates for taking part!
The grant money has been allocated to the winning projects so this idea is no longer relevant and closes 19 December 2017.
The Guild's membership services and Student Leaders are going to be on St. Luke's every week. Find out when!
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
Another fantastic Big Society Hello in the books! A thank you from your VP Activities.
This idea has failed due to low voter numbers, but President Shades has found a solution as part of a project to make upgrades St Luke's.
Results from Election One
This Idea would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea due to the high confused score. Anyone wanting changes to lectures and seminars on their individual courses are advised to seek assistance from the Subject Chair or Subject Reps to have the issues bought to their SSLC.
Keep yourself safe when out in Exeter
A maintenance request has been submitted.
Logged on Monday, 16 April 2018 13:02 and the Request Reference Number is 382993.00
Description: Estimate Request
Priority: 06, Attend within 1 month
Building: Newman Building
Details of your Election candidates
The cost of replacing all of the chairing across the Guild alone would cost over £1000 sot his idea scores zero and closes 19 December 2017.
A round-up of an action packed Freshers’ Week 2019 to kick off the year
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
Information on the cancellation of Freshers' Ball, including refunds
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Find out what times you can take the shuttle bus between St. Luke's and Streatham during the Freshers' Fair
VP Postgraduate Sunday Blake had a great time meeting you all (although a certain four legged lady won her heart!).
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
Information and advice following delays construction at The Depot
Given the costs involved in this Idea, it would have failed as an ordinary Student Idea. It therefore fails and no further action will be taken.
Exeter Student Volunteers welcomed around 50 Young Carers to Summer Adventures, a project aimed at providing much deserved respite
VP Welfare and Diversity will be making this available again for end of year exams.
Exeter RAG have raised an incredible £21,887.67 for their two nominated charities for 2018/19: Pete’s Dragons and Nightstop Devon, Julian House!
This Idea was withdrawn at the request of the submitter. 27/11/2017
A new student-crossing at the base of Forum Hill
This Gold Idea has been closed following a complaint.
Need to appeal your results? Find out about the 10 day deadline and more
A brand new Steinway costs significantly more than £1,000. This Idea has failed to reach the required number of voters to pass as a Large Idea for Guild funding. Given the 9% confused rating the idea does not have sufficient democratic evidence to be passed on. No further action will be taken.
Applications are now open for ESV’s Summer Adventures Committee!
VP Education Bryony Loveless is working towards this with the University.
With fairground rides, DJs, bars, silent disco and much more, this year’s Grad Ball had plenty to suit a huge variety of tastes.
21 December 2017: All of the newly built hubs will have microwave and hot water facilities.
We are delighted to announce the Societies Officers for the 2019/2020 academic year!
VP Activities Becca Hanley has organised that when the contract ends with the current providers in October the washers will be changed to pay by card/app.
The Officer Team for 2019/20 includes: Patrick Hoyle, Liv Harvey, Katie Heard, Penny Dinh and Sunday Blake.
Exeter University First Aid Society wins Society of the Month for January
The Guild receives essential income from offering external companies advertising space. Whilst we shall pass this idea on to the Commercial team for consideration it would take an instructional policy with ethical considerations or explicit instructions passed by a Large Idea to stop particular kinds of advertisement.
Pete’s Dragons, one of the fundraising charities chosen by students for 2018/19, has been donated £1,443 by the University’s Market Place.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Exeter Respect on Campus Showcase Cancelled
this has been vetoed by Shadow Council
Information about exam mitigation help
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
SuicideTALK training session at Streatham
Two days of discussions, training and networking
This Idea has not got the minimum number of voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
Students' Guild issues apology for previous statement regarding NUS Delegate Jack Morewood
Joff Cooke announced as new Chief Executive
The Guild has had a lot of consultation on the plans for the new study hubs and each will have hot water and microwave provisions, learn more here: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/students/infopoints/
We are delighted to announce the winner of the Music Societies Officer Elections!
This is an ongoing student project.
Last week, 9 daring members of RAG completed a skydive all in aid of MIND!
This is a duplicate of an existing Idea which is open for voting. It has been refused.
Shortlist for Guild Awards 2019 Announced
This idea is a duplicate of an existing idea which is still open for action. It has been refused.
RAG’S Exeter University Charity Fashion Show (XCFS) a success!
This year's winners – a time to celebrate
Rounding up a fantastic evening at Teaching Awards 2019
The halloumi sandwiches are available as the 'Halloumi Stacker'
Advice for Students renting from Clear Lettings Limited (Trading as Clear Property)
The Idea has not got the minimum number of voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Sabb Elections 2019 Candidates Announced
The Guild Shop offers an entire vegan section dedicated to the £4.49 vegan deal, encouraging competition from the University would not be commercially sound and therefore this idea will not be pursued any further.
Notice is hereby given that elections for Music Societies Officer position
This isn't feasible because of the existing contract the University has with INTO.
Notice is hereby given that elections are to be held for the following positions at the University of Exeter Students’ Guild:
The Idea did not achieve 25 voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
This Idea is a duplicate of one which has passed and is waiting for action, and is therefore refused.
Results of the University of Exeter Law Society Committee Elections
Part Time Candidates Announced
This is already an ongoing student project and closes 12 December 2017
Guild helps support Exeter's Chinese New Year Celebrations
12% of the voters were confused. We shall consult with the original proposer to get additional clarity, then take the outcome to Shadow Council.
The official notice of a referendum, which include the key dates and other information.
Teaching Awards 2019 Shortlist
The Grove will stock these again in January 2017
Results from this year's Big Society Blowout
This Idea has failed as the number of voters was lower than 25. No further action will be taken.
Statement from the Students’ Guild following the suspension and reinstatement of NUS Delegate Jack Morewood
There are plans in the works to remove the tables and replace them with 46 study carrels.
A great year for nominations for teaching awards 2019
The Ram used to use bottled sauces, but theft of the bottles made the option exceptionally expensive and inconvenient for all.
Pet a pooch at Streatham & St Luke’s!
The costs of free hot drinks are prohibitively high for this idea to be carried out.
An update from the latest PGT Executive meeting
This Idea has failed as the number of voters was lower than 25. No further action will be taken.
This Idea fails 02 January 2018
Santander Presents ‘For Your Eyes Alone’ on Monday 3rd December
This Idea has failed as the number of voters was lower than 25. No further action will be taken.
As part of a wider group taking part in the Lessons from Auschwitz Universities Project
This Idea has failed as the number of voters was lower than 25. No further action will be taken.
Student Activities Team hosted the annual Welcome Team Awards this week
New Paper in the Print Room
Bonfire nights in Devon are more than just fireworks – we have flaming tar barrels.
This Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
December 14 2017: President Shades has a meeting with the Acting Director of Commercial Services at the University next week.
Exeter RAG’s biggest event is back!
This idea has been vetoed by Shadow Council: December 2017
Results of the last election
19 December 2017: Comment threads and liking will launch in the New Year!
The Great Debate Tour visits campus
March 2018: GES survey concluded that 64% of students did not want a change in the January exam period.
Day 5 of RAG’s 5 international challenges are now open
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
Day 4 of RAG’s 5 international challenges are now open
Spaces are very limited and are also shared by staff and visitors so there won't be any changes to how these spaces are allocated.
Day 3 of RAG’s 5 international challenges are now open
The Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
Introducing Exeter's Postgraduate Society.
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
Helpful information from Nightline
Response from the university listed on this page
Amory Hub officially opens today
As the Idea has a 9% confused vote, the proposer will be asked to clarify the request; and the subsequent information will go to Shadow Council for a vote on whether to veto the Idea.
Anna Soubry, Chuka Umunna, and Amelia Womack visited campus today
This idea is a duplicate of one which is open for action, and has therefore been refused.
Over 1,500 students attended the Freshers’ and Returners Ball
XMedia is joining with BBC Introducing to put on a thrilling night of live local music
The Idea has scored 46% and enters the waiting list for action to be taken
Useful information about appeals.
The idea has failed on scoring and no further action will be taken.
A top night at the Lemon Grove’s Welcome to Exeter party
This was vetoed by the executive during the drafting process.
An update on Summer Adventures 2018.
Shadow Council has Vetoed this student Idea.
Shadow Council has Vetoed this student Idea.
The idea scores 38% and fails. No further action will be taken.
The head of the library is looking into this but the seminar rooms are used as teaching space during the day so they need to be reset, cleaned and locked for use the following day. After 10pm the library is always very quiet and you can still use the space in there if you wish.
The idea has failed on scoring and no further action wil be taken.
Referred to Shades as Guild representative on the Budget Scrutiny Group.
Again, University Campus Services reject this proposal because of health and safety concerns and the extreme cost of maintaining and building a structure like this.
The idea failed on scoring and no further action will be taken.
Change Team staff have been trained on the use of info screens and the Ideas template will launch at the beginning of December.
This student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
The Idea failed to reach 475 voters and has failed.
The proposer did not reply to communication about establishing a campaign, and this Idea is therefore refused.
The Idea was vetoed at Shadow Council on 29 November 2017.
Shades: "Dominos is one of our sponsors and they’re quite cool. We have reached out to a few more companies so keep an eye out for some new announcements!"
This idea has been incorporated in the Student Ideas review and is a long-term ongoing project but lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
The Idea did not get 25 voters, and has failed. No further action will be taken.
The idea has scored 34% and fails. No further action will be taken.
The idea did not get enough voters and failed. No further action will be taken.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The idea did not achieve 25 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
The idea failed and no further action will be taken.
This Idea is an active duplicate to an existing idea.
The idea has not reached 25 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not achieve 25 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not achieve 25 voters, and fails. No Further Action will be taken.
This Idea has been rejected and no further action will be taken.
The Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get 25 or more votes, and fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea failed to achieve 25 voters, and fails. No further action will be taken.
This idea did not get 25 voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
The idea failed on scoring. No further action will be taken.
The idea has failed on scoring and no further action will be taken.
The idea did not get 25 voters and fails. No further action will be taken.
Fewer than 25 students voted, and this Idea has failed
Fewer than 25 students voted, and the idea fails.
This Idea has failed but President Shades has found a meal deal solution for St Luke's.
The Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
The idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
This idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
This Idea has failed and no further action will be taken.
This Idea is a WIN, click to read response.
This student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
The Idea failed to get 25 voters, and has failed.
Idea win: The Doctoral College and the Guild will run a campaign on how to apply for a funded or unfunded PhD, and will put together better resources on research proposal writing.
Campus Services have agreed to update the driers on the next review, this idea is now closed and no further action will take place.
After the staffing restructure there is no longer provision for security on both floors. The library was redesigned to have one entrance so the gates can be monitored and high priority books don't go missing. 2016/17 President Toby Gladwin was involved in this consultation and agreed that this is the best solution. Please inquire with the library if you have accessibility needs as these can be arranged.
This idea fails because of capacity issues but has been passed on as a suggestion for future hub builds.
This idea fails on 28 November 2017
This Student Idea lapses at the end of the democratic year 2017-8.
This idea is a WIN and closes 21 November 2017.
20 December2017: There is a new fountain on the ground floor level inside the law library - on a wall between the ladies and gents toilets. This also has a bottle filler
The University have responded: "a student card is a card confirming student status... afraid that this process cannot be altered."
This idea closes as a win on 21 November 2017.
April 2018: After three years of persistent consultation, Forum Management has included the voice of students to impact the direction of Estate Development, and the revolving doors in the Forum will be replaced in summer with lobby-style doors to improve staff and student welfare.
The needs of the proposer are complex so we have asked for further information.
The Ram's new head chef is overhauling the menu with freshly handmade items and will consider a breaded chicken option.
This idea has already been implemented, you can post at marketplace and in DH1 and click here for a map of local postboxes.
Student Ideas will now feature in the Guild Times. This Idea closes as a win.
This Idea has been taken on by VP PGR and PGT as an ongoing project.
The market is being trialled in St Lukes fortnightly.
Your VP Education has asked the University who have rejected this idea.
This idea fails due to accessibility and capacity issues.
After consultation with the Library, the Idea has been failed due to stock security and footfall disrupting study. However, in light of this Idea, the doors might be opened at a later date
This Idea has failed, a statement from the Accommodation Office has been issued.
A maintenance request has been submitted.
Director of Grounds has turned this down on the grounds of initial purchase and installation cost, and increasing staff numbers to empty them. There can also be a public health and vermin issue.
He also said that all users of the campus should "take responsibility for the cleanliness of your campus and take your litter to a recycling point or bin".
All of the newly built University Hubs also have facilities.
This student project will launch in January 2018
This idea Fails 28 November 2017
The cheese sandwich will be back in stock in January
This Idea has passed with 54% and enters the waiting list for action.
Click here for UPP and VP Welfare and Diversity's comment
This idea has been rejected by Guild Executives.
Response from the Assistant Grounds Operations Manager: "From a grounds perspective the leaves have been cleared and this is done on a regular basis, we also put salt and grit down when the temps fall below 0 degrees"
The idea has failed due to low voter numbers and no further action will be taken.
This Idea has been subject to a complaint from a student as being problematic; voting is closed on this Idea.
The Idea did not get enough voters, and has failed. No further action will be taken.
Fewer than 25 students voted, and the Idea has failed. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
This Idea has passed with 56% and a St David's Day Celebration has been added to the Ram events calendar.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get the minimum 25 voters, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get 25 voters minimum, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get 25 voters minimum, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get 25 voters minimum, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
The Idea did not get 25 voters minimum, and therefore fails. No further action will be taken.
This Idea has failed as it did not pass the Large Idea thresholds. No further action will be taken on this Idea.
This Idea has failed. No further action will be taken.
This Idea has failed. No further action will be taken.
This Idea failed as too few students voted. No further action will be taken on this Idea.
This Idea was refused as it requested an outcome that would be unlawful under s.22 (2)(l)(ii) Education Act 1994.
This Idea failed as too few students voted. No further action will be taken on this Idea.
Withdrawn by the proposer before a vote went live.
This Idea failed as too few students voted. No further action will be taken on this Idea.
This Idea has failed. No further action will be taken on this Idea.
This Idea failed as too few students voted, however you can check the number of Guild Points you have using the Guild Points checker.
This is the full archive of all Student Ideas from the 2016-17 year.
There were 240 Ideas. 6,404 students cast 18,838 votes.
This is the full archive of all 2015-16 Student Ideas and Student Votes.
There were 436 Ideas. 1,781 students cast 23,854 votes.
This is the full archive of pre 2015 Ideas, Votes and referendums.
In 2014 there were 114 Student Ideas and 3 Student Votes.
8,146 votes were cast on Student Ideas by 2,670 voters.
This Idea has failed, and no further action will be taken.
The Idea has failed due to a lack of voters, and no further action will be taken.
This Idea has been subject to a complaint from a student as being problematic; voting is closed on this Idea.