Wednesday 12-12-2018 - 12:00

Remember signing up for all the mailing lists at Welcome Fair? Well whether you didn't find the society that was right for you, or you still have a little time to squeeze in something else, you should check out the wide range of societies and sports clubs that have been affiliated this term. Read on for a brief summary of each of them!
 
ABBAsoc is for anyone who loves ABBA! They love to unite students through the upbeat, fee-good music of the 70s Swedish pop band. The Name Of The Game is having a great time through events and socials including karaoke, ABBA-themed dance nights and theatre trips to see Mamma Mia! So Lay All Your Love on ABBAsoc and say I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do to membership!

The Acceleration Society is concerned with accelerationism and accelerationist theory. They look at the changing technological systems of our society and consider how these impact social organisation and social change. They’ll be running socials and film nights as well as more formal discussions, talks and collaborative creative writing.

Beat This Together is a new society passionate about uniting the University with the fabulous work that Beat does, the UK’s largest eating disorder charity. They will be putting on talks to challenge misconceptions about eating disorders, campaigning on behalf of Beat and running fun fundraisers. They will be striving to reduce stigma and shame surrounding eating disorders, along with promoting a healthy mindset – with events from yoga to mindfulness to guided relaxation. Their events this term include a body confidence burlesque dancing class, and a talk about eating disorders including personal stories from students.

Bristol University Tea Society is the society for everyone from Tetley to fancy tea maniacs. Why don't you take a break and join them for a fancy cuppa? Don't forget to bring your friends! As tea is best to drink with friends, and also it helps you to makes new friends. Join them for their upcoming first Sunday brunch social!

Bristol University Gaelic Athletic Association is a club dedicated to playing Gaelic games, such as hurling, handball and (mainly) Gaelic Football. These games are extremely popular in Ireland for both sport and culture, and they hope to emulate that here. Picture Gaelic football as a game that relies on the key skills of soccer and rugby combined. They welcome players of all experience level and abilities, who are interested in trying out Gaelic games, and playing local and national competitions.

Healthy Planet Bristol are a group of students who work to raise awareness of the links between environmental change and health. They want to work on more sustainable curricula for medicine students and to cooperate with local schools to educate the pupils about climate change, its potential impacts on their lives and ways to act. They will host various events throughout the year to engage people in discussions and take action together.

One Health Bristol is a student led society trying to promote the integration not only between veterinary, medics and dentists, but as many multi –disciplinary  subjects as they possibly can! They aim to try and share the knowledge of specialist individuals and try and allow people to keep an open mind about all aspects of their world and others around them. Talks (and conferences) that have taken place include One welfare, lyme disease, antibiotic resistance, food sustainability, human and animal interactions. Most talks are free, and often include free cake!

Support Our Services are a university mental health campaign group that focuses on ensuring that the university provides adequate and excellent support for its most vulnerable students. They recognise that everyone, no matter who you are, has mental health which is why everyone is welcome.

That’s What She Said is an award-winning online and print magazine comprised of many student writers, illustrators and photographers at the University of Bristol. They value student voices, intersectionality, inclusivity and body positivity. They began as a zine in 2010 and became a print and online publication in 2015, but now that they are an affiliated society they are hoping to bring you more events, more mags, and more feminist goodness! Keep an eye out on Facebook for the launch of their December print mag, with a broad theme of ‘Crossing the Border’, featuring the finest of Bristol Uni’s many talented women.

The Hungry Caterpillar is the university's student-led food co-operative. They aim to provide students with a variety of local, organic and fairtrade goods at affordable prices. They sell kitchen staples such as tinned veg, bulk nuts, grains, seeds and pulses, peanut butter, tahini, herbal teas, coffee and toiletries. Come and find them at the Multifaith Chaplaincy on Woodland Rd every Wednesday from 1-5 pm where they set up their mini shop!

United Bristol Hospitals RFC was established in 1946 as a rugby club that predominantly represents medical, veterinary and dentistry students as well as welcoming students from across the University. They are one of the most successful medical school teams in the country and are current National Association of Medical Schools (NAMS) Plate Champions.

University of Bristol Anatomy Society is a group representing students studying anatomy, including those on the Applied Anatomy and Functional and Clinical Anatomy courses but anyone else interested in anatomy is also welcome! They aim to focus on community outreach, welfare and support sessions, charity fundraising, socials, careers advice and trips.

The University of Bristol Wild Swimming Society offers its members the opportunity to swim in beautiful rural locations within Bristol and the surrounding area. Wild swimming is a great way to nurture a more holistic view of Britain’s ecology and environment by immersing oneself directly inside of it. Cold water swimming is not only beneficial to the body but it can also have a meditative and anti-depressant effect. As well as expeditions to beautiful countryside locations (followed up by a trip to the pub), the society will organise talks and film screenings relevant to swimming and broader environmentalism.

Women in Tech is a brand new society, designed to encourage and support more women to enter the technology sector – including those not studying a Computer Science degree. They have held a successful panel Q&A event and will be hosting more talks and networking events next year. Their events will be over a variety of different areas: data science/machine learning, cyber security and software engineering.

Women Talk Back! is a women's consciousness-raising group which gathers to explore women's experiences in society today. They meet weekly to discuss a range of topics while consuming a considerable amount of tea and cake. 

 

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