Queen Mary Students' Union

Couldn't make it to our last Paint & Sip event? Here's some of the creations that our attendees made. Whether you want to paint a calming horizon, cute animals or perhaps an inside joke, the canvas is all yours to paint whatever your heart desires. Keep an eye out for Study Well events like these, happening all exam season long. We have other craft events this week and tomorrow we've got our Set Up Your Summer Fair from 11am in Library Square!

Awards season is officially over. Here's a final spotlight on some of the winners and ceremonies that took place. Held in a breathtakingly beautiful venue, the Education Awards celebrated the students and staff who have made an impact on the academic side of uni this year. From course reps to supervisors, everyone was welcome to get involved. Well done to all involved, we can't wait to see what you all get up to next year!

🌍⚽ YOUR WORLD CUP MOMENT IS HERE ⚽🌍 Forget watching from the sofa - it's time to PLAY. We're hosting the very first QMSU 7-a-Side World Cup and we want YOU on the pitch. Pick your country 🏳️, build your squad, and represent your culture in the most fun way possible. Whether you're a baller or just here for the vibes, all abilities are welcome! The perfect exam season escape 👇 📅 Saturday 23 May 2026 | 11:00am 📍 St Paul's Way Sports Pitches, London 💰 £70 per team (that's just £7 per person for a squad of 10 — cheaper than a takeaway 🍕) Only 12 spots available - teams are filling fast! Get your squad together and sign up NOW via the link in bio 🔗 Open to all Queen Mary students. Community. Culture. Football. Let's go. 🏆🎉 #QMSU #QMWorldCup #QueenMaryUniversity #StudentLife #7ASide

We know how intense exam season can be. It might feel like you just have to work-work-work. Taking breaks can be difficult but... It is important! By taking some time out to do something away from your screens and work, you're actually making your focus periods even stronger. Just do something you love and de-stress! Not sure what to do on your breaks? Check out our Study Well events. They're designed to give you the time and space to have a breather, step outside and have some time to yourself.

The London Marathon is one of the most exciting days in the city! From runners taking on the 26.2 mile challenge for charities, to crowds of family and friends cheering them on, the atmosphere is always incredible. And, volunteers play a huge part in making it all happen. Our Volunteering Team sent some Queen Mary students to help keep the London Marathon running (pun intended!) and cheer on our QM runner, Crespina. Here's what they got up to! 🏃‍♀️ Want to get involved in similar opportunities? Sign up for volunteering at qmsu.org/volunteering

It's the first graduation day of the academic year, and we had a very special QMSU colleague graduating today... Our resident Graduation Bear!🎓 Congratulations to all graduates receiving their awards today! And for those of you counting down to Summer Graduations, why not save this post for some of the best photo spots across campus? P.S. Want to get one of your own Graduation Bear? You can grab one on our online shop!

Massive well done to our Volunteers at the London Marathon 2026! 🏃‍♂️🏅📢🎽🏃‍♀️☀️ They were stationed at Mile 19 (Canary Wharf) to cheer the runners on and help pedestrians cross safely! Our other volunteers were at baggage drop, helping the runners collect their things and celebrate their achievements! Crespina who ran in the QMSU spot, also did amazingly and raised £700 for @the_bhf ! We are so proud of all of you, London marathon could not go ahead without the dedication and hard work of volunteers! 💛

Here's a vlog from our Sports Awards a couple weeks ago. It's the highlight of every sports club's annual calendar... A chance to get dressed up, spend some time with your fellow sportspeople and celebrate all of your achievements! Congratulations to all the winners and nominees involved! 🏆

Choose your bubble waffle flavour... or personality! Not sure you identify with one of these options? Fear not! Design your very own bubble waffle of your dreams at the Union Shop. You can decide every detail, whether it's ice-cream, sauce, toppings -- and even protein powders and fresh fruit! It's the perfect reward after a long day of studying.

BLSA Elections 2026 are officially OPEN. Got an idea you can’t stop thinking about? Want to make real changes at Barts and The London? This is your chance to step up. You can nominate yourself for a range of part-time roles and shape student life alongside your studies next year. From sports, societies and sustainability to welfare, liberation and academic reps, there’s something for everyone. No experience needed, just your voice and your ideas. Nominations close midday Tuesday 5 May.

Have you registered yet? 🤔 You have until tonight 23:59pm to register to vote in the local elections, taking place on Thursday 7 May!

Re-Use Fair is back, and it's time to donate! Summer is calling, but before you go off on your adventures, come along to one of our collection points to donate those items you can't take with you, to be used by students joining us in the new year! It saves students money and helps the planet by cutting down on waste, saving resources, and lowering carbon emissions. *PLEASE REMOVE ALL KNIVES and hand them over in a separate bag or container* Please refer to the guidance on our website (link in bio) on the quality of items that we will and won't accept. DROP OFF TIMES AND LOCATIONS 👇 🏢 MILE END RESIDENTS  1) QMSU Hub Reception - weekdays only  • 24th April – 1st May (9am – 4:45pm)  • 5th May – 5th June (9am – 8:45pm) (excluding 25th May) 2) Residences Reception – France House • Fri 24th April – Sunday 7th June  • Fri & Mon: 10am – 2pm  • Sat & Sun: 12:30pm – 3:30pm  Note: No collections on bank holiday Mondays (4th and 25th of May) 🧳 DAWSON HALL RESIDENTS   • Thursday 21st May: 11am – 2pm  • Wednesday 27th May: 11am – 2pm  • Thursday 4th June: 11am – 2pm 🏠 FLOYER HOUSE RESIDENTS   • Wednesday 20th May: 11am – 2pm   • Thursday 28th May: 11am – 2pm  • Thursday 4th June: 11am – 2pm WE WILL NOT COLLECT: ⛔️ Items not stored in double bin bags, zipped bags, a bag for life or securable container  ⛔️ Any food of any kind  ⛔️ Clothes and shoes ⛔️ Open and part-filled toiletries ⛔️ Plastic wallets and ring binders  WE WILL COLLECT  ✅️ Clean and washed bedding - duvets, sheets and pillows ✅️ Clean and washed towels  ✅️ Clean crockery and kitchenware ✅️ Other useful items (e.g. clothing hangers) ✅️ Toiletries (full, closed bottles) ✅️ Cleaning products ✅️ Books (not course books) For more information and to see where to donate items if the collections are not convenient, see the link in our bio!  All items will go towards the Re-Use Fair in September 🥳