Background Information:

Students everywhere are facing a cost of living crisis and although, as a Students' Union, we can’t solve it, we can mitigate it. The goal of this campaign is to make sure that our Students' Union and University are doing everything within their power to assist students during this difficult period. 

 

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Updates:

 

Student jobs

Working with the university and students’ union to offer more jobs that can be done by students, to students. 

 

Food prices

Collaborating with Leicester Service’s Partnership (LSP) to lower food prices where possible to make food on campus more affordable. 

 

Food Bank

Opening a fully operational foodbank on campus to become a part of welfare provision to tackle student hunger. 

 

Community Kitchen

Creating a new community kitchen in the David Wilson Library to ensure that students have a convenient 24/hrs place on campus with various provisions from hot water to a microwave. 

 

Rent costs

Working alongside the university’s accommodation team to ensure that student rents are kept as low as possible.

 

Student finances:

Our Fee Payment Plan project is designed to offer students increased financial flexibility by allowing them to pay their fees in three manageable instalments. We understand that the cost of education can be a significant burden for many students and their families. This initiative is aimed at alleviating some of that financial pressure, making it easier for students to focus on their studies without the added stress of large, lump-sum payments. By breaking down the fee payments into three instalments, we provide students with the opportunity to better manage their finances throughout the academic year. This approach not only reduces the immediate financial strain but also allows students to plan and budget more effectively. Whether they are covering tuition, accommodation, or other related costs, the flexibility offered by this plan ensures that students can continue their education with greater peace of mind.