Aberdeen is a diverse city with a population consisting of people from all over the world. Believe it or not, students make up for almost 30% of the Aberdeen population! That’s around 60, 000 students in the city and shire. However, with such a huge number of students, it is important the Union can deal with the wide range of problems which students may face.
Just spending one day in the Union’s cafe, bars and social areas gives a good indication of the number of different types of students that come to RGU. An incredible mix of cultures, nationalities and faiths lends itself well to a union that is proud to serve, represent and celebrate a diverse student population.
It is vitally important we are aware of our students’ different backgrounds. Although the Union has worked hard with the University to ensure that there are members of staff and elected student officers in place to prevent serious issues from arising, we also accept that some circumstances cannot be foreseen.
Sometimes as a student you may find yourself experiencing difficulties of one sort or another, academic or personal. The best way to deal with problems and worries is to face them straight on, as soon as they occur, with the confidence of knowing that your Union is there to support you.
There’s no need to panic or feel on your own. At the Union there are elected student officers here to listen and advise you. We can also direct you to the university staff members, working within specialist areas, who are specifically there to aide students with the various needs that come with university life.
