Weekly Report: Week 6

In my weekly reports i try to keep you updated on all that i have done (both big and small) over the last seven days

I'm conscious that much of what i have to report this week is rather dull. This is partly because a lot of my work this week was preparation for things happening next week, but it's also because a lot of what i did this week was in fact rather dull. That said, i now feel more ready than ever for Welcome Week and all the shenanigans that that will bring.

This week i:

- Conducted a series of interviews for candidates applying to be Freshers Fest Crew. I'm happy to say that we have successfully recruited a cracking team of people. In essense, Freshers Crew are responsible for the smooth running of the Freshers Fest programme, so good luck with that guys! ;)

- Finalised preparations for bringing QHC back online as an official hall of residence. Most of the old RA committee are back in post, we have a plan to put student mentors in, we've got money in the budget and we've successfully included QHC in Freshers Fest plans. Well done to all involved! For the full story on the situation with QHC click here

- Attended the Hopstility and Accommodation Services (HAS) OSCARS ceremony. HAS is responsible for a huge range of the services the University offers, not least of which being the halls of residence. The OSCARS is HAS' way of celebrating the achievements of its staff, and it was very useful to meet everybody and talk to them about where they fit in to the organisation. For more info on the OSCARS click here

- Sat on the first Remuneration and Human Resources Committee of the academic year, of which myself and Johnny are members. This is essentially as interesting as it sounds, but vitally important to the running of the Guild.

- Worked alonside the other sabbatical officers on the University Open Day this Saturday. It's crucial that the Guild has a visible presence at Open Days, as the Students' Union is an integral part of the 'University Experience'. In the past we haven't been so hot on this as an organisation, but it was great to be out meeting applicants on the Open Day and talking to them about all we have to offer. This was especially exciting as we were able to show applicants the brand new retail area of the Guild, which has just been refurbished.

- Continued to respond to emails, phone calls and even personal visits from worried freshers and their parents who have still not finalised their accommodation plans. With all halls of residence now almost completely full, many students are having to make their own plans for accommodation. This can be incredibly scary and daunting and i see it as a crucial part of my job to offer advice and support wherever i can to those people.

- Chaired the first ResExec of the academic year. ResExec is the forum through which all RA committee members meet to discuss plans and exchange ideas. Thanks to everyone who came along so early in September and here's to a great Welcome Week!

That's all for now, more exciting stuff next week i promise!