Reading Students Union

Who we are

We strive to help students be their best, most authentic selves. We celebrate the diverse backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences that make up our student body, and pride ourselves on creating spaces and opportunities where everyone feels they belong and are empowered to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. 

Our culture and values

We are: 

Ambitious

We are trailblazers. Pioneering new ideas and thinking big, we push boundaries to redefine what's possible for our students. We seize opportunities, take risks, and create enterprising solutions that launch our students to success. Future-focused, we champion innovation and help our students to shine. 

Deliberate

We are data-informed, and we are deliberate in everything we do. We use insight to drive meaningful change, ensuring our actions are thoughtful, strategic, and impactful. We advocate for our students, using data to inform decisions that address their needs and promote equity. By focusing our energy where it matters most, we amplify all voices, striving for fairness and protecting student wellbeing while making a lasting impact on the world, today and tomorrow. 

Disruptive

Bold and courageous, we challenge the status quo to drive transformative change. With a rebellious spirit and a pragmatic mind, we embrace bold ideas and dynamic action, constantly evolving to create a fairer, more just future. We stand up for the things we believe in and call out things that aren't right or fair.

Responsible

A force for good, we are socially conscious and committed to creating a sustainable future for all. We recognise our collective ability to shift mindsets, influence policy, and champion progression. Through our actions, we safeguard and empower our students to build a brighter, fairer, and more sustainable world. 

Optimistic

We're hopeful for the future. Always learning, growing, and making things better, we care about creating spaces where students can thrive, not just get by. University is more than just a degree, it's about finding your people, your purpose, and your place in the world. By building connections, sharing ideas, and pushing for change, students have the power to shape their own paths, and maybe even change the world while they're at it. And through it all, we're right here, cheering them on every step of the way.