Reading Students' Union

Reading Students' Union is an independent organisation, based on Whiteknights campus, that exists to represent, support and provide opportunities for all students studying at the University of Reading. 

The union building provides places to socialise, eat, drink, and study, and is also home to the largest nightclub in Reading. As a registered charity, all the revenue from Reading Students' Union’s bars, cafe and retail outlets goes directly to fund student activities such as representation, campaigns, the Reading Students' Union Advice Service, sports clubs, societies and volunteer groups.

The Reading Students' Union is home to a wide range of sports clubs, societies and volunteering projects, all of which are run voluntarily by students. There are currently over 150 groups, so there’s bound to be something for you. All students are welcome to join any group they wish. 

Sports and dance

We have 56 groups in this category, covering both competitive and non-competitive sports and dance. Whether you would like to take up a sport or style of dance for the first time, or you’re a seasoned professional, everyone is welcome.

Volunteering

From wildlife and conservation projects to volunteering with children and the elderly, Reading Students' Union offers a range of volunteering opportunities. Whether you can spare a few hours here and there, or are looking to volunteer on a regular basis, there are plenty of ways to get involved. 

Explore our range of sports and societies on the Reading Students' Union website.

Within Reading Students' Union, you will find a selection of places to eat and drink. Our bars and cafes are great places to grab a cooked breakfast, some lunch, or a post-study pick-me-up.

• Up, the coffee shop on campus
• Mojos bar and kitchen

3SIXTY

The 3SIXTY venue is considered one of the best Student Union venues in the country, and is the largest venue in Reading, with a capacity of over 2000. This lively venue has hosted conferences, comedians, regular club nights, and live bands.

Visit the Reading Students' Union website for more information on catering venues and lounges.

Within the Reading Students' Union, there are a range of different facilities. 

• The official University of Reading merchandise store.
• RUBagelman, selling smoothies, milkshakes and campus renowned bagels.
• Pearls Bubble Tea, offering over 40 unique flavours of bubble tea.
• Seoul Plaza, a supermarket selling a wide and varied selection of well-priced East and Southeast Asian food.
• The Lounge, a convenient study space for students who need to revise, write essays or hold group meetings. It contains a study room, a lounge area, outdoor study space, toilets and a kitchen.
• Uni-cuts, a unisex hair salon.
• A 94-place nursery for student parents.

Please visit the Reading Students' Union website for more information.

Reading Students' Union offers a free, confidential, non-judgemental, independent, and non-discriminatory advice service to all students.

A specialist Student Advice Team run drop-in sessions in Reading Students' Union’s Advice and Representation Centre (ARC), tailored to the individual’s needs and specialising in the following areas:

• Academic services
• Housing advice
• Money advice
• Welfare advice.

No information is shared with the University or anyone else without your permission.

For more information or to book a session, visit the Reading Students' Union website.