Aston Students' Union
Our objectives
The Aston Students’ Union (ASU) is an incorporated association and registered charity (1152067). Aston SU strives to be an SU for everyone. It’s been a tough few years during the pandemic and we want to give students the experience they deserve.
ASU is going through a transformative process. Fuelled by growing student members and increasingly high expectations, it aspires to make the student experience at Aston the best it can be. The award winning SU Building, in the heart of campus, is allowing more students than ever before to experience the Union.
ASU is membership organisation, made up of the 15,000 students studying at Aston University. Our members are as diverse as the city itself. You can find out more about this exciting organisation here: About Aston SU
Our activities
Aston SU has various services, aiming to represent, support and advise members. These services include clubs and societies, fairs, volunteering and charity (Raise and Give (RAG)), campaigns, radio and other extracurricular activities.
Clubs and Societies
Aston SU has over 110 clubs and societies, including club sports such as basketball, cricket, fencing, golf, hockey, rugby, table tennis, and tennis. The system allows students to join a limitless number of clubs and societies according to their interests: academic, career, faith, cultural, sports, art and general interest.
Officer Positions
Aston SU is a student-led democratic organisation. Every year new officers are elected by the students of Aston University to represent and support students throughout the year.
Advice
The Advice Service provides students with professional, independent, free and confidential advice and representation.
Housing
Aston Student Homes is owned and managed by Aston Students’ Union and is endorsed by Aston University. ASH is the official Students’ Union accommodation support service set up for the mutual benefit of private landlords/agents and Aston students.ASU also manage an accomondation site called The Green. This is a unique student housing project which aims to provide affordable accommodation for students.
Comercial Outlets
ASU operates a few comercial outlets including a Bar and Restaurant, Coffee Shop and a Shop which sells a variety of essential day-to-day items.