UU Jordanstown: Hundreds of PC's Wasting Energy

As part of the SDLP’s Sustainability agenda, SDLP societies at Queen’s and University of Ulster have requested that the universities in Northern Ireland carry out an environmental audit as a matter of urgency to establish how much Universities are contributing to wasted energy.

While the SDLP’s University groups do appreciate that some Universities have moved in the right direction the group feels that University’s can move much further, much faster and go greener quicker.

Commenting on the request SDLP Youth Chairman Peter Armstrong said, “The SDLP has long been committed to delivering a sustainable environment as part of our manifesto pledges.

“Through this campaign we aim to ensure that universities are cutting waste, by taking some actions as simple as not leaving hundreds of unused computers on standby, and that they are contributing fully to environmental protection. As economic development advanced in recent years, our efforts to improve our standards of living and enhance our education have had an adverse impact of the environment.

“We are now consuming more resources than ever and causing pollution through waste products. Now it is all our responsibility to do everything we can to protect our environment and as we strive to save the planet we will also save pounds in our pocket.”

Hey Guys,

Michelle here from SDLP!! Firstly, thank you for signing up to the SDLP at the freshers fair in Magee - hope you all enjoyed your rubix cubes!!

Now for the exciting news…..SDLP is finally coming to Magee for their first meeting this year ….why not come along for some information and show your support??

The meeting taking place on Wednesday 29th October at 3:30pm is just a short introduction which will last about half an hour and possibly elect a new executive…we need a President, Chair,treasurer and secretary…these posts are not time consuming at all…plus, it looks good on the CV! If you are interested, please email me.

Date of meeting: 29/10/2008

Time:            3:30pm - 4:00pm

Venue:           MIO22 Aberfoyle House

Please get back to me if you will be attending the meeting - email me

SEE YOU ON WEDNESDAY!!!

Michelle

University & Colleges Officer
SDLP Youth

Just a wee note to say thank you to any of you who helped out on the freshers days….we done very very well this year and I am so happy!! We recruited higher numbers than last year in Magee, Jordanstown and in Queens….with Queens being very successful!!

We will be having a meeting in Queens on Wednesday 8th October @ 3pm in Club Room 2 so a big turnout would be even better!!

Well done SDLP Youth….you’ve done me proud

Today seen another promising day at Queen’s University for the SDLP@Queen’s, as the group achieved a record number of new recruits at today’s Freshers’ Bazaar.

Vice- Chair of SDLP Youth, Katherine McCloskey described the day as a great success; “It is inspiring to top of our Freshers’ campaigns across the north with such a successful day here at Queens’. I hope that we can keep up this momentum over the next year and I am optimistic that the Queen’s branch can go from strength to strength with this new, enthusiastic group.”

“As the current Chair of the SDLP@Queen’s, I am eager to welcome new students to the University and to get this years’ agenda up and running.”

University and Colleges’ Officer, Michelle Byrne expressed similar views; “Not only have we seen our recruitment top last years’ numbers at Queen’s but recruitment at the University of Ulster campuses have also proved to be a huge triumph for the Party this year.”

The SDLP@Queens’ will be meeting on Wednesday 8th October at 3pm in Club Room 2 of the Students’ Union.  Everyone is welcome and we would encourage you all to attend.

More photos from SDLP @ Jordanstown here

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The SDLP branch at the University of Ulster’s Jordanstown campus have tripled their membership in this year’s recruitment drive.

SDLP Youth Chairman Peter Armstrong said, “The SDLP have recruited three times more members than last year at Jordanstown. We are delighted with the interest our stall has received. Young people are concerned about student top-up fees, housing and accommodation issues and student safety, and SDLP @ Jordanstown will be campaigning on the issues that affect students most during the next university year.

“Our team have been distributing new SDLP Youth booklets, chatting with students, answering questions and recruiting new members. We have also had local councillors speaking with students and listening to their concerns.”

Our members can attend meetings at Jordanstown or in Belfast if it’s more convenient. If you are interested in getting involved, at whatever level suits you, please contact us.

More photos from SDLP @ Magee here

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SDLP Youth today received a record number of new members to the SDLP branch at University of Ulster’s Magee campus.

SDLP Youth Chairman Peter Armstrong said, “We have recruited a record number of people to our branch at Magee than in any previous year. Our stall has been buzzing all day long and we are extremely satisfied. We have had a team of youth members at our stall distributing new SDLP Youth booklets, chatting with students, answering questions and recruiting new members.

“Over the coming months the SDLP Magee branch will be campaigning on student safety in Derry, student welfare issues, and housing/tenancy rights. They will be meeting with local councillors and Foyle MP Mark Durkan to discuss these issues, and also attending SDLP conferences and events, such as our annual Dublin Trip in January and our week-long Mystery European Tour.”