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Volunteers wanted

Thomas Worman — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:49:33 GMT

VIP has teamed up with other South East and West universities to organise a beach clean and BBQ in Plymouth on Saturday 20th September from 10am.

Looking for UoP 2008 term dates? Get them here!

Alex Harries — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:43:52 GMT

You can find the official term dates for the 2008/2009 academic year on the University website - read on to find the link.

What would you change about your Union?

Alex Harries — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:34:08 GMT

For no other reason than sheer curiosity, we're asking students past and present what they would change about the Union - what would you change to make it a better place?

Central Point Clothing Collection

Steve Baker — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:39:52 GMT

Clearing out your wardrobe to make room for new summer and holiday clothes?

Summer is here!

Luke Simmonds — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 14:17:00 GMT

Outgoing Pugwash News Editor Laura Patricia gives a full and complete roundup of the last year which has seen so much happen

Sun and sea lead to dangers

Luke Simmonds — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:32:53 GMT

The hot weather is bringing with it significant numbers of accidents along the sea front. The marine and Coastguard agency and lifeboats are expecting an increase in rescues

BBQ users warned over dangers

Luke Simmonds — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:22:01 GMT

Portable barbeque users in Portsmouth are being urged to act responsibly and clear away their coals after they�ve grilled their burgers and sausages this summer.

Student Activities Awards Dinner Photos

Thomas Worman — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 21:21:06 GMT

The official photos from Burlison are now available to order online

UoP is 14th best for satisfaction

Luke Simmonds — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:31:43 GMT

The University of Portsmouth has risen up to 60th place in a nationwide league table of all universities. This places Portsmouth just below Oxford Brookes University.

Banks lose charges test case

MrPete1989 — Fri, 23 May 2008 15:25:07 GMT

A recent court battle over the amount of money banks charge customers has come to an end.

Overpaying Student Loan?

MrPete1989 — Fri, 23 May 2008 15:16:34 GMT

A BBC investigation has uncovered cases of graduates being charged for debts they no longer have.

Language & culture in Europe: lecture, 23rd May

Alex Harries — Tue, 20 May 2008 11:39:13 GMT

The Hellenic and Cypriot society will be holding a lecture on Friday May 23rd at Southsea Community Centre with guest speaker Dr Anna Syngellakis, a lecturer on European Affairs at the University

Record breaking RAG

Luke Simmonds — Mon, 19 May 2008 15:22:58 GMT

This year RAG has raised an outstanding �8000 plus, for charity, nearly doubling the amount that was raised in the last academic year.

Student Activities Dinner: get your money in now!

Alex Harries — Mon, 19 May 2008 14:41:41 GMT

If you'd like to attend one of the most fun and entertaining nights of the year, held to thank student volunteers for their efforts with the Union this year, you need to pay for your money in ASAP!

Grad Ball: last few tickets now on general sale!

Alex Harries — Mon, 19 May 2008 13:43:20 GMT

The Union has a limited number of Graduation Ball tickets left, and any student can buy up to two per person. Tickets cost �35