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The ESLAs shortlisted nominees are here! | Rhestr fer Gwobrau Cyfoethogi Bywydau Myfyrwyr!

The annual ESLAs have been designed by Cardiff University and the Students’ Union to recognise the fantastic staff and students who contribute to the Cardiff student experience.

 
We've been shortlisted! #WUSCA23 | 'Dyn ni ar y rhestr fer! #WUSCA23

Cardiff Students’ Union has been shortlisted for 2023’s WhatUni Student Choice Awards (WUSCA), the leading higher education awards ceremony based solely on student choice.

 
A welcome to CSU's first full-time Welsh Officer | Croeso i Swyddog y Gymraeg llawn amser cyntaf UMC

Cardiff Students’ Union has welcomed a new Full-Time Welsh Language, Community & Culture Officer during this year’s Spring Elections, being the first time this role has been introduced as a Full-Time role.

 
Awards for Cardiff Student Media! | Gwobrau i Gyfryngau Myfyrwyr Caerdydd!

Student volunteer-led publications Gair Rhydd and Quench have both been successful in the Student Publication Association Regional Awards, winning six awards between them.

 
By-Election Results 2023 | Canlyniadau Is Etholiadau 2023

Congratulations to everyone who ran in the by-election and thanks to all of you who voted. | Llongyfarchiadau i bawb a ymgeisiodd yn yr is-etholiad a diolch i bob un ohonoch a bleidleisiodd.

 
Spring Elections Results 2023 | Canlyniadau Etholiadau'r Gwanwyn 2023

Meet your 2023/24 Elected Officer Team | Dyma'ch tîm Swyddogion Etholedig ar gyfer 2023/24.

 
Cardiff Students’ Union awarded Employer of the Year | UMC yn Ennill Gwobr Cyflogwr y Flwyddyn

Cardiff Students’ Union has been chosen as Employer of the Year winner at the Cardiff and Vale College (CAVC) Apprenticeship Awards.

 
Cardiff University to celebrate Pride 2023 | Prifysgol Caerdydd i ddathlu Pride 2023

Cardiff University and Cardiff Students’ Union are proud to be taking part and supporting Cardiff’s most colourful event of the year, Pride Cymru 2023.

 
Autumn Elections Results 2018 | Canlyniadau Etholiadau'r Hydref 2018

See the candidates who have been elected | Gweler yr ymgeisywr a etholwyd

 
Nominations open for Cardiff Students’ Union’s ESLAs | Gwobrau Cyfoethogi Bywydau Myfyrwyr

Voting is now open in the annual ESLAs (Enriching Student Life Awards), designed by Cardiff University and the Students’ Union to recognise the fantastic staff and students who contribute to the Cardiff student experience.

 
LGBTQ+ History Month | Mis Hanes LHDTC+

From Pride Showcases to film screenings, Cardiff Students’ Union will be spotlighting celebrations for LGBTQ+ History Month with a series of events throughout February.

 
Period Dignity | Urddas Mislif

To mark the start of Period Dignity week, Cardiff Students’ Union will be breaking the stigma surrounding talking about periods by promoting the menstruation conversation, educating students about their periods, and providing support through offering free period pads, tampons and menstrual cups.

 
New social space on Heath Park Campus | Man cymdeithasol newydd ar Gampws Parc y Mynydd Bychan

A new student common room has open in the Heath Park Campus. The IV Common Room is a brand-new space as a result of partnership work between the Students’ Union and Cardiff University after years of lobbying for more and improved students’ spaces at the Heath. This is an amazing student win for Heath Park students.

 
Statement: Cops off Campus | Datganiad: Cops oddi ar y Campws

At the Students’ Union Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 6th?December, over 500 students took part in a series of democratic debates about issues important to students at Cardiff University. This included the motion ‘Cops off Campus’ which sought to highlight the lack of action to tackle structural racism and brutality within policing.

 
AGM 2022 Update | Diweddariad CCB 2022

Find out what happened at the meeting

 
The Best Part of University... | Y rhan orau o fywyd Prifysgol…

Discussing Disability Sports at Cardiff University

 
How we help your professional development | Sut y gallwn ni helpu gyda'ch datblygiad proffesiynol

Professional development is an important aspect of continuing your career growth and striving to reach your goals whilst studying here at Cardiff. Our very own Skills Development Service (SDS) is there for you to explore what courses you can be taking alongside your studies to allow you to reach your full potential.

 
Advice for First-Time Off-Campus Renters | Cyngor defnyddiol wrth rentu ar y campws

Moving into your second-year house can be exciting and nerve-wracking. Being in charge of a house yourself for the first time can lead to mistakes being made, so here’s a list of some of the things I learnt!

 
Enjoy adventures around the UK with Give it a Go this term! | Mwynha anturiaethau o amgylch y DU!

Fancy a change of scenery? Or looking to explore more of the UK? Well look no further, because Give it a Go has organised some fantastic trips around the UK you can experience with your friends.

 
Results: Autumn Elections 2022 | Canlyniadau: Etholiadau Hydref 2022

See the students elected to roles for 2022-23 | Y myfyrwyr a etholwyd i'r rolau ar gyfer 2022-23

 
Left it to the last minute? You can still smash your exams. | Wedi’i gadael hi i’r funud olaf?

With the Exam season suddenly upon us, here are some revision tips to help you through.

 
Struggling to think of a New Year’s resolution? | Cael trafferth meddwl am adduned Blwyddyn Newydd?
The KChoreo Society posing at the end of a performance

2023 is here! And the New Year is a great excuse to start a new habit. It’s easy for us to tell you to “eat healthier foods” or “be more active”, but we’re offering resolutions that have your studies in mind, can help you boost your career, and enhance your university experience (all whilst making your CV look a lot more attractive!)

 
The Ultimate Christmas Dinner on a Budget | Y Cinio Nadolig Gorau ar Gyllideb

The Christmas break is fast approaching and so a flat or house Christmas is the best way to end the semester with your friends. A big roast dinner seems daunting and expensive, but it doesn’t have to be! Here’s a great way to do a Christmas dinner with all the trimmings, without breaking the bank.

 
Looking for your next student house? We’ve got you covered. | Chwilio am eich ty myfyriwr nesaf?

Whether it’s your first time, or fifth time, navigating the student rental market can be a mine field.
In this Episode of ‘Conc’, Ella and Poppy, from the SU’s own student advice team join Rebecca, your VP Welfare, to talk all things student housing.

 
Enjoy Cardiff’s Christmas events on a budget | Mwynhau digwyddiadau Nadoligaidd Caerdydd ar gyllideb
A swirl of powerful LED lights at night time in Bute Park's light show

We’re gearing up for the Christmas period here at Cardiff Students’ Union, and we’ve found a variety of events which you can enjoy with your housemates during the holidays. From Winter Wonderland to immersive light shows, we’ve got all the information you need to enjoy the festive period on a budget!

 
National mourning period update | Diweddariad ar y cyfnod galar cenedlaethol

With the confirmation of the Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral being held on Monday 19th September and marked as a Bank Holiday, the following changes to Students’ Union operations have been put in place. Gyda chadarnhad fydd Angladd Gwladol Ei Mawrhydi Brenhines Elizabeth II yn cael ei chynnal ar Ddydd Llun 19eg o Fedi, ac yn cael ei marcio fel Gwyl y Banc, mae’r newidiadau canlynol i weithrediadau Undeb y Myfyrwyr wedi’u rhoi ar waith.

 
Find out about the LGBTQ+ Community at Cardiff | Dysgwch am y Gymuned LHDT+ yng Nghaerdydd

Cardiff has a vibrant LGBTQ+ community, we have put together some of the communities you can join. | Mae gan Gaerdydd gymuned LHDT+ fywiog, ac rydym wedi gwneud nodyn o rai o'r cymunedau y gallwch ymuno â nhw.

 
What I wish I had known as a Fresher | Beth hoffwn fod wedi ei wybod fel Glasfyfyriwr

Find out what Elizabeth wishes she had known this time last year! |

 
Statement: Graduation | Datganiad: Graddio

Graduation should be one of the proudest days of a student’s life. Celebrating your achievements at the end of your studies is a key part of the student experience. Dylai graddio fod yn un o ddiwrnodau mwyaf balch eich bywyd fel myfyriwr. Mae dathlu eich cyflawniadau ar ddiwedd eich astudiaethau yn rhan allweddol o’ch profiad fel myfyrwyr.

 
The sober guide: Uni when you don’t drink | Y canllaw sobr: Prifysgol pan nad ydych chi'n yfed

Top tips on how to enjoy Freshers' to the fullest when you're staying sober.

 
Your essential guide to being a Fresher! | Eich canllaw hanfodol i fod yn Las Fyfyriwr!

Find out everything you need to know before you join us in September

 
The National Societies & Volunteering Awards 2022 | Gwobrau Cymdeithasau a Gwirfoddoli Cenedlaethol

NERD Varsity have won the Collaboration Award! | Mae Farsiti Amgen wedi ennill y Wobr Cydweithio!

 
Uni essentials you may not know about | Hanfodion y brifysgol nad oeddech wedi’u hystyried, o bosibl

Here’s a handy list of things that were a great help during my first year that you may not have thought of! | Dyma restr gyfleus o bethau oedd o gymorth mawr yn ystod fy mlwyddyn gyntaf efallai nad ydych chi wedi meddwl amdanyn nhw!

 
Listen to our Welsh Varsity podcast!

Listen to highlight's from the biggest event in the Uni calendar

 
Results: Autumn Elections 2021 | Canlyniadau: Etholiadau Hydref 2021

See the students elected to roles for 2021-22 | Y myfyrwyr a etholwyd i'r rolau ar gyfer 2021-22

 
We have rounded up the best vegan TikTok recipes for you to try this summer

Want to try eating more vegan recipes? Don’t know where to start? We can help!

 
Emily’s tips on looking for a Graduation job | Awgrymiadau Emily ar chwilio am swydd ar ôl graddio

Emily shares how she is searching for a Graduation job | Mae Emily yn rhannu sut mae hi'n chwilio am swydd ar ôl

 
Emily's guide to travelling on a budget! | Canllaw Emily i deithio ar gyllideb!

Emily shares her top money saving tips to help you travel this summer! | Mae Emily yn rhannu ei hawgrymiadau arbed arian gorau i'ch helpu i deithio'r haf hwn!

 
Enriching Student Life Awards 2022!

Congratulations to the winners of the Enriching Student Life Awards 2022!

 
AU Awards Winners 2022 | Enillwyr Gwobrau yr UA 2022

The winners have been announced!|Mae'r enillwyr wedi cael eu cyhoeddi!

 
Spring Cleaning

Now that the days are getting brighter it's a good time to have a bit of a tidy-up. Read our tips.

 
Eating Sustainably for Students

There are plenty of ways you can have a more sustainable and healthy diet without breaking the bank, and we’ve put some of the best options for people on a budget below.

 
Orla Tarn is elected by students as the next President of NUS Wales

We are proud to announce that Cardiff Students’ Union current Vice President Postgraduate, Orla Tarn.

 
Society and Volunteering Awards Shortlist 2022

The shortlist has been announced!

 
Bank balance been affected by Covid? Get support with the Covid19 Student Support Package

The quick and simple way to get financial support with the Covid19 Student Support Package

 
Pints; Covid; FOMO - A Less Than Ideal Trilogy

This blog aims to focus on providing advice to students who may be a little more nervous about returning to their social-selves post lockdown.

 
Tips to Avoid Collusion

Here we've demystified what 'Collusion' is, and rounded up some handy tips to avoid it.

 
Revision Environment: Optimising your Space

We have put together some top tips for optimising your revision environment, so that you can put your revision methods to use in the best space possible.

 
Bye-Elections Results 2022 | Canlyniadau Is Etholiadau 2022

Find out who was elected | Darganfyddwch pwy gafodd eu hethol

 
Revision Tips; How to Spice Up Those Good Ol' Traditional Techniques

Here we have highlighted some of the most traditional revision methods, but given them a bit of an upgrade - to compliment modern day busy lives, and the virtual era we’re currently living through.

 
Procrastination; the Fine Art of Putting Things Off

'Procrastination; the fine art of putting things off', discusses the nature of procrastination within student life. Here, we cover the reasons behind why we procrastinate, and provide useful hints, tips and tricks that students can incorporate into their everyday lives to relieve some of the last-minute deadline stress.

 
Nominate for a Societies, Volunteering & Media Award | Gwobr Cymdeithasau, Gwirfoddoli a'r Cyfryngau

The Societies, Volunteering and Media Awards are back, and there are over 20 awards up for grabs - Nominate now!

 
Enriching Student Life Awards Winners 2021 | Enillwyr Gwobrau Cyfoethogi Bywydau Myfyrwyr 2021

See the full list of winners announced in our live event on Thursday 20th May

 
Results: Autumn Elections 2020 | Canlyniadau: Etholiadau Hydref 2020

See the students elected to roles for 2020-21 | Y myfyrwyr a etholwyd i'r rolau ar gyfer 2020-21

 
Enriching Student Life Awards 2019 | Gwobrau Cyfoethogi Bywyd Myfyrwyr 2019

The winners have been announced!|Mae'r enillwyr wedi cael eu cyhoeddi!

 
Spring Elections results 2020 | Canlyniadau Etholiadau'r Gwanwyn 2020

Meet your 2020/21 Elected Officer Team | Dyma'ch tim Swyddogion Etholedig ar gyfer 2020/21.

 
 
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