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First newsletter of the year!
23rd Sep With the first few weeks of term behind us and routines settling in, you should have recieved the first newsletter of the academic year from EC Students' Association in your inbox. This is an email that we send out every 2 weeks with the latest news, events, and updates from the...
Organ & Tissue Donation Week 2024
20th Sep In 2008, at 18 months old, my younger brother Blair had a life saving liver transplant after a very generous person chose to donate their organs when they passed away. This person was not only able to save my brother’s life with their liver, but another older child as well. And...
Paint & Sip Event
19th Sep Paint & Sip A Creative Way to Unwind and Connect!Are you ready to relax, unwind, and let your creativity flow? Join us for a fun-filled, halloween-themed "Paint & Sip" session at the Granton Hub!Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to try...
President's Blog - September 2024
18th Sep So, what have I been up to in the last few months… well I have been quite busy to say the least. The main thing that I have been doing recently is my own self development.This is my first full time job, and it has been quite an adjustment going from a countryside town high school to...
Join our LGBTQ+ Society!
12th Sep If you are LGBTQ+ and are interested in meeting other LGBTQ+ people and being part of our community at college, you should come along and join our LGBTQ+ Society!We run regular meetings where we discuss current issues affecting our community, work together to advocate for improvements...
National Fitness Day 2024
12th Sep Having started back in 2011, National Fitness Day has seen millions get involved each year and while bringing people together through physical activity has a hugely positive impact, the campaign has evolved to encourage everyone to view this day as just one step in a much bigger...
Are you our next Student Trustee?
12th Sep EC Students' Association is looking for an engaged and dedicated student, who supports the vision and direction of their Students' Association, to join our Board of Trustees. Could this be you? If the answer is yes, then please read on! Below you will find the Student...
Video Games Welcome Event
10th Sep Our video games afternoon is open to anyone who enjoys video games, no experience needed!We will be providing a fun, relaxed and social environment to come along, hang out and play some fun games with your friends or come along to make new friends who share your interest in gaming.We...
Sighthill Crafternoon Welcome Event
9th Sep Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting and creativity!Unwind after the college day with some of your favourite crafts. Crafting has been proven to help with mindfulness, reduce stress and improve your wellbeing. It's also a great place to come and socialize with other college...
Granton Crafternoon Welcome Event
9th Sep Join us for a fun afternoon of crafting and creativity!Unwind after the college day with some of your favourite crafts. Crafting has been proven to help with mindfulness, reduce stress and improve your wellbeing. It's also a great place to come and socialize with other college students...
Big things on the horizon - September
6th Sep Enhancing Well-Being while Studying Hello everyone! It’s Sukinder here, your VP Welfare.As we dive into September, many of us are juggling the return to classes, part-time jobs, and other commitments.It’s the perfect time to focus on enhancing our well-being —...
Sighthill Board Games Welcome Event
5th Sep Boardgames Lunch - Bring your lunch and bring your friends!This fun lunchtime activity is set up for you to come along, join in and have a fun break during the college day. It’s a chill and relaxed space to socialise by playing some of your favourite boardgames, such as UNO, Jenga and...
Big things on the horizon – August
27th Aug Establishing Healthy Routines as College Life Gets Busier Hello everyone! It's lovely to see the college so full and courses starting in the next few weeks.I would like to introduce myself as the Vice President Welfare and discuss some important tips for mental health...
Part-time Jobs for EC Students!
27th Aug "Powered by students" isn't just a tag-line for us. We could not make the impact that we do without the help of our students.We are currently looking to recruit two new student-staff to help us run our projects. Roles are term-time, on-campus, and flexible around...
Welcome to the new College year!
26th Aug A massive welcome to all the new and returning students of Edinburgh College for the start of the 2024-25 academic year!We're the Students' Association and we're here to help you make your student expereince the best it can be and make sure the student voice is heard loud and clear in...