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WELCOME TO STUDENT CENTRAL, UNIVERSITY OF

AS part of the , we're home to over 170,000 students!

Right in the heart of the city, we provide three bars, food, a café, live gigs, club nights, over 40 sports and societies, shops, a gym and pool, and much more.

Not just for University of London, we're open to ALL students and we have services for the general public and University staff too!

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FULL STUDENT MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP IS FREEUNTIL GRADUATION

UNIVERSITY OF ? Full Student Central membership is FREE for all students studying at a University of London College (listed below)! This now includes City University London, who will be joining the University in Autumn 2016.

Student, but not at a University of London college?

Don’t worry, we welcome ALL university students as associate members, regardless of where you study. ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP 4 £20 PER YEAR

Not a student? You also qualify for associate membership if you are one of the following: An alumni of a University of London institute/ college. A member of staff at a University of London institute/college. A member of University of London central staff. An honorary life member of Student Central or University of London Union. Associate Membership costs just £20 per year. HOW DO I SIGN UP?

1 Visit one of our sign-up terminals at: 2 • Ground floor reception You must provide your college student ID or proof • Student Activities Office of associate eligibility. • Energybase reception For details see: www.studentcentral.london/ card 3 You will be asked to fill in your details and have your photo 4 taken. Your membership Look out for an email card will be printed . from us about on the spot! accessing your online Student Central account. Your membership card will allow you to: • Purchase an Energybase membership. • Get discounts on door entry prices and selected tickets. • Earn loyalty points on food and drink at our bars. • Join a ‘Get Involved’ training course. • Join a sport or society. • Compete in University sports and society competitions (full members only). • Gain access to our facilities after 6pm.

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CLUBS & SOCIETIES

We have 40 sports & societies to choose from!

Whether you're an experienced athlete, interested in learning a new sport, or taking part in another activity; here at Student Central we have a wide choice of sports and societies available to join.

Head to our website for more information and to sign up online (you must have a valid Student Central membership card to join).

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CHECK OUT OUR LIST OF CLUBS & SOCIETIES ON THE NEXT PAGE 9

LIST OF CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Breakdance | Dancesport | Hip Hop | Lacrosse | Cricket Athletics / Cross Country / Triathlon | Art | Debate | Fencing Harry Potter | St John Ambulance LINKS | Gymnastics Volleyball |Jiu Jitsu | Judo | Karate | Shaolin Kung Fu | Jazz Chamber Choir | UL Theatre Project | Orchestra | LGBT + Revelation Rock Gospel Choir|Archery|Ice Hockey Mountaineering | Snowsports | Rifle | Skydiving | Polo Koinonia | ULBuddha | Overseas Christian Fellowship Canoe Polo | Lifesaving | Rowing |Sailing | Sub-Aqua Swimming | Water Polo U 3 V UL THEATRE PROJECT

Since its launch in 2013/14, The UL Theatre Project has continued to develop, bringing together students from ACROSS the University of London. There are loads of ways to take part, from acting and set design, to marketing and promotion. Whether you're a theatre student or just interested in getting involved, ULTP can offer you the opportunity to learn and meet new people. There is also an annual theatre event called the London Student Drama Festival (previously Fuel Arts Festival), which will take place in March.

www.studentcentral.london/ultheatreproject 3 COURSES & TRAINING

You might want to become a qualified lifeguard with theNational Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ), attend a First Aid Course, or take LGB T your love of sport to the next level T+ A by qualifying as a coach, referee, or umpire, with our Referee & Umpires Training.

We also offer a Women’s Only Self Defence Course that teaches legal, theoretical and practical skills to help you stay safe, as well as an LGBT Self Defence Course.

If you're interested in learning a new skill or gaining a qualification, check out our Get Involved training courses throughout the year at:

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LGBT+ AT STUDENT CENTRAL

At Student Central we support and provide a safe forum for students from the LGBT+ community to communicate, network, source information, meet and plan events.

For the past three years we’ve marched at London Pride under a unified London University Students rainbow flag along with members from a wide range of universities! Like us on facebook for updates and news!

UoLLGBT EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

The Venue has previously seen the likes of Radiohead, Coldplay and U2.

With three bars and 'The Venue' we host loads of one off gigs, as well as regular events including live music from emerging artists with our live acoustic Coffee House Sessions. We also run cinema nights (yes, there is popcorn!), and don't forget our legendary Friday club nights!

Check our upcoming events and buy tickets online: www.studentcentral.london/boxoffice 14

ENTERTAINMENT BARS & diner We're lucky enough to Have three bars here at Student Central. The Library Bar and Gallery Bar & Diner are places where you can enjoy a range of drinks (don’t miss our daily offers!), watch live sports in HD and have a great meal. On Fridays we also open up The Venue and Venue Bar as part of our epic Friday club nights.

Good quality food is served in both bars at lunchtime and in the evening. Our menu provides loads of options from pizza to healthy living choices from around the world, as well as a range of Halal and vegetarian options.

Check out our food menu, full drinks offers and opening times on our website. www.studentcentral.london/bars 16

We're lucky enough to Have three bars here at Student Central. The Library Bar and Gallery Bar & Diner are places where you can enjoy a range of drinks (don’t miss our daily offers!), watch live sports in HD and have a great meal. On Fridays we also open up The Venue and Venue Bar as part of our epic Friday club nights.

Good quality food is served in both bars at lunchtime and in the evening. Our menu provides loads of options from pizza to healthy living choices from around the world, as well as a range of Halal and vegetarian options.

Check out our food menu, full drinks offers and opening times on our website. www.studentcentral.london/bars MEMBERSHIP FROM £20 A MONTH ENERGYBASE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES:

• Use of the 60 station gym • Access to our 33m swimming pool • Over 50 fitness classes per week • Free one-to-one training sessions & fitness training / fitness test • Free blood pressure / body fat test (on request) DKFSOFFERS RUN FROM 5PM-10PM EACH DAY. TERM TIME ONLY.

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TD VODKA RED BULL £3 TWO BOTTLES FOR £5 3 FOR £8 INCLUDES STANDARD BOTTLED BEERS 2 BOTTLED CIDER/PREMIUMS £7.50 DOUBLE VODKA RED BULL MIX AND MATCH £5 OR 3 FOR £13 JAGER BOMBS W ­€E‚­ƒY £3.50 OR £9 10% OFF* SHOOTERS WITH A STUDENT CENTRAL CARD £3 EACH, 3 FOR £7.50 CLUBS AND SOCIETIES SPECIAL OFFERS ASK AT THE BAR 5 FOR £10 T„S SINGLES £2 DOUBLES £3.50** C T PO DRINKS FROM FA £2 ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR 9PM TILL 10PM 2-4-1 EXTRA DISCOUNTS APPLY MONDAY - THURSDAY 4PM TILL 7PM S†‡R £2 SELECTED DRAUGHT WHILST STOCKS LAST

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• ID Required for Entry • Students will be required to show Student ID or Student Central membership card • • All guests must be signed in by a Student Central member • Last admission is by 11.59pm • No re-entry • Lunchbox Café Our Lunchbox Café provides a huge range of tasty treats including coffee, teas, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, sushi and sandwiches.

Fancy something hot? Their famous giant jacket potatoes are served from midday onwards! www.studentcentral.london/lunchbox 20 21 STUDENT SHOP STUDENT SHOP The Student Shop is your 'one-stop-shop' for a wide variety of merchandise and everyday essentials.

You can buy University of London clothing at our Student Shop, as well as stationery, USBs, diaries, gifts and essentials. www.studentcentral.london/shop

There 's also an exclusive range of merchandise only available online at: uol.brandmerchandise.com COPYCATS PRINT CENTRE

If you want to print and bind your dissertation, or just do some photocopying, head to Copycats Print Centre found on the ground floor.

All services, from large posters and small leaflet printing to world-wide faxing, are offered at student friendly prices! www.studentcentral.london/copycats 24 ENERGYBASE FITNESS CENTre

We’ve got central London’s Biggest swimming pool! A swimming pool, a huge range of fitness classes, a well-equipped gym, a sports hall and a multi-purpose studio are just a few of the facilities Energybase members have access to. All this from as little as £20 per month, with no joining fee for full Student Central members.

Anyone can join, including members of the public and University staff.

Check online for more information and prices: www.studentcentral.london/energybase 26 FIND US

Right in the heart of Central London, we're just a few minutes walk from Euston Rail Station as well as several tube and bus stations.

We’re a short walk from the following underground stations: , Euston, Goodge Street, Euston Square, Tottenham Court Road and Warren Street.

Use the following buses to get to us: Gower Street: 10, 24, 29, 73, 134, 390 Woburn Place/ Southampton Row: 59, 68, 91, 168, 188.

There's a Santander Cycles docking station directly in front of our building on . Alternatively, if you own a bike, there are bike racks available.

For more detailed information on how to find us, please visit: www.studentcentral.london/contact 28 29 AND ANOTHER THING...

Looking for work? We employ over 120 student staff in our bars, shops, gym, reception, café and operations throughout the year. www.studentcentral.london/jobs

Want to hire a room in student central? We have meeting rooms available for a wide range of events from lectures to large parties and board meetings. We provide a high quality service and work to your tailored requirements, which can include equipment hire and in-house catering. www.conferencescentral.london

LOOKING TO HOST A GIG AT STUDENT CENTRAL? Please contact our Student Activities and Entertainment Manager at: [email protected]

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