How do I go about joining a club or society?
The Clubs and Societies Centre, found on the 2nd floor of the Bloomsbury Building, sells memberships throughout Joining Fortnight. Its quicker and easier to buy your membership online CSC reception will also sell memberships throughout the year. ‘Look, Try, Join’ - which encompasses Freshers’ Week and the subsequent four weeks – is the process by which you can find out about the clubs and societies you’re interested in (Look), take part in taster events and trials (Try), and then pay your fees to become a member (Join).
Where does the money I pay for membership go?
It goes directly to the Club or Society that you join and contributes towards your chosen club/society’s activities. The amount you pay is set by the club/society treasurer each year and varies depending on the levels of activity they provide.
What should I expect as a member of a club or society?
Every club and society is different but as a minimum each must provide its members with at least two events, such as sports fixtures, meetings, parties or lectures, per term. Most provide much more than this. Always find out from a club or society what they offer their members before you pay.
Once I’ve joined, what should I do next?
• The club or society should contact you via email. If they don't, get in touch with them via facebook, email or attend a meeting. CSC Reception can provide contact details for the club or society.
• Get involved in the club/society, turn up to their events and make sure you are getting your money’s worth
• Hold the committee to account, make sure they are running your club or society in a clear and transparent way and are keeping you informed about what’s going on
• Ask for reports and feedback on the finances – it’s your money, find out how it’s being spent
• Get involved in the club/society, turn up to their events and make sure you are getting your money’s worth
• Hold the committee to account, make sure they are running your club or society in a clear and transparent way and are keeping you informed about what’s going on
• Ask for reports and feedback on the finances – it’s your money, find out how it’s being spent
What if I’m unhappy?
If the clubs and/or societies you join don’t deliver what you believe you were promised at Freshers Fayre, you are entitled to a refund.
1. Try to resolve the issue with the club/society President
2. Go to CSC reception and ask for a refund form
3. Complete the form and return it to CSC reception
4. Once authorised you will be given the full refund
If you wish to make a complaint about how you have been treated by a member of a club or society or about the activities a club or society is undertaking, please fill in a Complaint Form – available from all Union outlets.
1. Try to resolve the issue with the club/society President
2. Go to CSC reception and ask for a refund form
3. Complete the form and return it to CSC reception
4. Once authorised you will be given the full refund
If you wish to make a complaint about how you have been treated by a member of a club or society or about the activities a club or society is undertaking, please fill in a Complaint Form – available from all Union outlets.
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 Visiting and Associate Membership Form: visiting-or-associate-membership-form-201112.doc | 179.5 KB |