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Appreciation SocietiesCampaigningCharities, Community and SupportCultural, Artistic and Greative ArtDance, Music and TheatreEmployment, Transferable Skills and FinanceFaith, Belief Systems and Spiritual Development

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wArchaeology [email protected] you're interested in the past,enjoy dressing up as IndianaJones, sitling in trenches inthe pouring rain, and generallyhaving fun, Archsoc is for you.We organise lectures, trips, andother social events. ArchSoc is agreat way to meet people in a non-academic environment. Check thewebsite {or more details:www.archsoc.co.uk.

Architecture Society (EUSAS)[email protected] is the ofticial student bodyof the Department of Architecture,dedicated to promoting anddeveloping students' work andexperience. We organise variousevents trom student-run teachingto a lecture programme presentedby some of the world's leadingarchitectural figures. We alsoprovide student-led workshops,a welcome guide includingeverything you need to knowabout architecture al Edinburgh,and organise a film series, designday, sports events, pub crawls,photographic competitions andmore. For more information visitthe website at wwweusas.co.uk.

Business [email protected] Business Society acts asa network of business studentswithin the Universily and provideshelp to first year students whenchoosing courses and meelingpeople. We hold companytalksand careers events throughoutthe year, and arrange socials andsporting events. We, as a group,enable business students to takepart in dissertation forums as wellas discuss course direction andpro.iects and internships with like-minded students from across theyears. The Business Society is thelink between business students andthe University, allowing students

to voice potential changes andsuggestions for the BusinessSchool in an informal and relaxedenvironmenl

Classics Societys0801 [email protected] Classics Sociely is here tocelebrate the liner sides ol modernand ancient lile! You don't haveto study Classics to join; everyoneis free to come along and have agood time.Get out of those clothes and intothe bedsheets for the Toga partles.Come and watch classical filmswith us. Shout outyour bids atthe slave auction. And, il you?einto theatre, get involved in theannual Classics play! There arealso lectures and talks on a hugerange of topics. Meetings areheld weekly, the banler is good,and members receive discountsat various pubs and clubs aroundtown. So what's stopping you?

Economics [email protected] Society is an event-based society offering academic,career-oriented and social eventsthroughout the year. Academicevents include: guest speakers,debates, essay contests anddiscussion panels. Our careersevents allow you to boost yourCV and employment prospectswith mock assessments centresand through netwofking withsponsors. We also have a grealsocial calendar including thefamous EconSoc Party Bus,numerous socials and pub-crawls,a Christmas meal and a Ball. Emailus and get involved!

Ethnology [email protected] well as being the societyassociated with the ScottishEthnology degree, we are alsoa group who enlhuse about allaspects of culture, Scottish culturein particular. We raise awarenessot ethnological and anthropologicalissues through organising events,inviting guest speakers, running

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workshops, visiting places ofinterest, and enioying traditionalceilidhs, socials and debates withothers with similar inlerests inculture and folklore.

History [email protected] History Society is a diverseand dynamic student societyior sludents who study or areinterested in history. Having won'Best Society'at the 2010 Societies'Oscars, we pride ourselves onproviding a wide range of activitiesincluding socials, academic anccareer-focussed events throughoutthe year. Every semester wepublish the History Society Journal,'Retrospect', for which students areinvited to conlribute to the rangeof articles. We also hold manysocials including pub crawls, movienights, quizzes, academic lectures,historical trips and the annualHistory Society Ball. We also havea football team. To find out more,come along to one of our events,email us or find us on Facebook

Lang Soceula ngsoc@gma il.comLangsoc, The Linguistics andEnglish Language Society, isfor anyone interested in howlanguage works, how the Englishand Scots languages function andtheir history. and what it is aboutlanguage that makes us uniquelyhuman. Students ot these subjectsand anyone, who would like tofind out more about language, arewelcome to join. We hold socialsas well as discussion groups, oJleninviting guest speakers to talkabout some of lhe many facets oflinguistics.

Law [email protected] offer a wide range of socialevents catering for Law Students,culminating in the annual Law Ballin early March.

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Literature [email protected] Literature Sociely is for peoplewho love literature to meet andsocialise. A relalively new society,we have already held a numbero{ successful events includingpub quizzes, pub crawls, theatretrips, book groups, debates and apoetry slam. We hope to continuesuch activities this year as well aswelcoming exciting guest speakers.Membership is open to all sludents.

Mature Law Students' [email protected] Mature Law Students'Societyaims to promote the aclivities ol,and provide a social network for,mature sludents in the two-yearaccelerated LLB programme atthe University. We have weeklymeetings and socials, and hosta number of soecial events atChristmas, New Year and afterexams. Find more informationon the Communities page on theSchool of Law website:wwwlaw.ed.ac.uUcommunities.

Mooting [email protected] Mooting Society promotesand develops the art of advocacyamongst undergraduate lawstudents. We run lwo inlernalmooting competitions everyacademic year, as well as organiseteams to represent Edinburgh inexternal competitions (naiional andinternational).

Music [email protected] Music Society is the biggestand besl musical society in theUnivefsity with two orchestras anda chorus. The Symphony Orchestrais challenging yet enjoyable andproduces a high slandard ol music.lf you fancy auditioning, sign upat the Freshers' Fair or email usOur other orchestra, Sinfonia,offers an exciting programme notto be missed (wind and brass arerequired to audition, string playersare not). Last (but not least) is theChorus which welcomes all singers

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inlo ils large and friendly ranks.The Music Society organisesconcerts, socials, ceilidhs,iniernational tours and the all-important post-rehearsal pint. Getinvolved!

Philosophy Societypresident@edinburghphilsoccomThe Edinburgh Philosophy Societyis one of the oldest in the Universitvand consistently the largest inthe UK. We run weekly lectures,discussion groups and readinggroups, as well as copious socials,academic support sessions andweekends away. We maintaina society library in the DugaldStewart building and are in lheprocess ol publishing a regularacademic iournal. Our lectureseries attracts leading names fromall over the world, last year includedtalks irom Simon Blackburn andThomas Pogge, while our livelydiscussion groups offer a friendlyand informal contexl in which tochat and discuss philosophicalissues. The society activelywelcomes students lrom a widerange of academic disciplines. Visitthe website at edinburghphilsoc.com and pop along to our weeklyEVENIS.

Politics Societyeupolsoc @g ma il.comThe Politics Society is one ofthe largest and oldesi studentsocieties at the Universily. Wehost regular events wilh prominentspeakers lrom the political anddiplomatic. We are a politicallyneutral organisation, and remainunaftiliated wiih any maior politicalparly or candidate. Talks are heldon campus and are open to thepublic. For more informalion anddetails ol upcoming events visit thewebsite at wwweupolsoc.org.ukor email us.

Social Anthropology Societysoc.anth.soc@gmail,comThe Social Anthropology Societyaims to encourage allthosewith an interest in any aspect ofanthropology to come iogether,

create exchange, and promole thediscipline outside ot the classroom.All are welcome to come alongto our regular social events,f ilm screenings, conferencesand workshops which are heldthroughout the year. So, whetheryou?e an anthropology student ornot, teel free to get in touch.

Sociology [email protected] Edinburgh Sociology Societyis a new and dynamic groupthal aims to encourage learningand interaction between thosesludying or interested in sociology.We welcome undergraduates,postgraduates, staff and non-students alike, and encourageall members to get involved inthe events and direction of thesociety. Those who are new to thediscipline can come along and usethe opportunity to ask questions ina relaxed and friendly environment;the more wealher-worn sociologistscan use this time to exchange ideasor find retreat Jrom their research!As well as the regular gathering,we also organise group outingsand seminars. Contact us lor moredetails.

G.P. [email protected] G.P Society providessupplementary teaching to studentsinterested in a career in this field orfor those who want to increase theirgeneral medical knowledge. Weorganise monthly talks, seminars,and tutorials, given by healthcareprofessionals involved in GeneralPractice including nurses, practicemanagers, health visilors, doctors,and GPs with specialist interests.We also hold group clinical skillssessions for students studying theGP and the MBChB course, ancaim to orovide an out-of-hours GPexperience for students.

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Medics FYC 2010 and MedicsFYC [email protected] [email protected] Medics FYC (Final YearCommiltee) 2010 and theMedics FYC 2011 raise moneytor, organise and subsidise theMedical Students' GraduationBall for those sludents gradualingin 2010 and 2011, respectively.20olo of the money raised isdonated to the Royal Hospital forSick Children.

Medics FYC [email protected] Medics FYC 2012 organiseevents to raise money for the2012 Graduation Ball and donates20olo of the funds to The Sick KidsFriends Foundation.

Medics FYC [email protected] Medics Final YearCommittee (FYC) 2013 is aJundraising committee tor medicalstudents graduating in 2013. Weraise money to help tund ourgraduation ball as well as donate20olo of profits 10 charity.

Psychiatry [email protected] Psychiatry Society aims toexplore the science ol Psychiatryand its role in society. We holdpeer-led discussion-basedmeelings giving members lhechance to lead, present anddebate. This semester, we willbe covering a wide range oftopics including the history otpsychiatry, developmenls inpsychopharmacology, sligma andmenlal heallh, neuro-imaging andmany more.

Veterinary Zoological (EVZS)zoovetl @sms,ed.ac.ukEVZS aims to promote interest,enthusiasm and knowledge inveterinary zoological sciences, toeducate students in the veterinarvmanagement oi wildlife species,and oel students connected to the

network of exotic, zoological andwildlife velerinary medicine andhusbandry organisations.

Wilderness [email protected] Medicine is {orstudents interested in learningaboul medical care outside themodern hospital setting, as wellas enioying great social activitieslike camping, hiking, climbing andgeneral advenlure.

Astronomy [email protected] Astronomy Society is forstudents interested in the fieldot aslronomy, providing anenvironment of collaboralionand support between like-minded people. We host regularlectures. talks. social eventsand networking opportunitiesthroughout the year with theaim of improving our members'knowledge of the field andhelping them to meet people withsimilar interests.

Biology Society (Biosoc)[email protected] is a society providingsocial and academic eventsthroughoul the year for Biologyand Biomedical Science studentsand anyone interested in theBiological Sciences. We area relatively new society andwelcome anyone who wishes toioin. Academic events will featureguest lecturers and careersadvice, and our social events willinclude the first, second and thirdyear balls, our second annualleavers'ball, as well as smallersocial events every month.

Chemical Engineering Societys0784551 @sms.ed.ac.ukThe Chemical EngineeringSociely not only will boost yoursocial lile but also Drovide links

within the industry, to othersocieties and chemical engineersthroughout the UK. Our socialevents include pub crawls andquizzes, and the most importantevent of the year: Frank Morton.We are a society for those lookingto have fun and make newfriends.

Chemical [email protected] is a society dedicatedto both undeagraduate andpostgraduate chemists atEdinburgh. Chemistry is a close-knit department and the main roleot Chemsoc is lo run the manysocial events lhat take olacethroughoul the year. This givesyou the chance to get to knowyour fellow chemists a little betterover a few drinks and well awaylrom the lab! We look forward towelcoming you this year!

Computer [email protected] is a society that likesto have fun and destroy the geekstereotype. We have contactsin both local and internationalcompanies (such as Adobe andGoogle) who come to speak atour events throughout the year.Other events include: studenttech meel up (with free pizza!),field trips, workshops, summerinternship opportunities, geekypub quiz, and weekly socials.You don't have to be a geek to

ioin us; whether arguing aboutLinux dislributions is your thing,or you iust like to keep in touchwith what's new and hot, we havesomething for you!

Ecology [email protected] Society is for anyonewith an interesl in ecology andthe environment. We help you getinvolved and meet other peoplewith the same interests, arrangetalks from professionals on manydifferent areas of ecology, and

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organise workshops and grouptrips. We give you a feel for thedifferent kinds of work availablein ecology, broaden your skrllsand help you meet great people.We are also associated with theScottish Agricultural College sGreenfeet which is an environmentand conservation society. Comealong and join us for a drink at oursocials.

Education Societyedinburgheducationsociety@googlemai l .comWe aim to give students, with aninterest in education, a chance tomeet, mix and share their practice.We organise varied training events,visits from guest speakers, skillsworkshops, based on whatever ourmembers want, and some greatsocials. Take part in as much or aslittle as you want, have iun and joinlor free.

Engineering Societyeng ineering. society@ed. ac.u kThe Engineering Society is asupportive tramework for allengineering students at theUniversity providing social events,industrial visits, intra-mural sports,and academic support to all levelsof academic study. We also providenetworking opportunities forundergraduate engineers throughindustry contacts and alumninetworks.

Engineers Without Borders(EWB) [email protected] Edinburgh branch of EWB-UKaims to increase oublic and studenlawareness of human developmentthrough act,vities includingspeakers, field trips and trainingcourses. We also Dromote andcoordinate research on relevanttrips within university departments,encourage and assist sludents tovolunteer for worthwhile overseasplacements, arrange social eventsfor students, academics andprofessionals to meet, and runfundraising activities lor our branchas well as the entire EWB-UKorganisation.

Geography Societys0791 [email protected] Society aims to bringall students in the departmenttogether by holding socials suchas academic families, balls andvolunteering. We are actively tryingto improve social responsibility andsustainability, often seeking spaceon 'green'projects. We also haveGeogSoc sports teams. competingin intra-mural, with mixed hockeyand men's lootball. So, if youstudy Geography, why not supportthe society and join in with whatpromises to be an exciting year.

Geology Societys0788273 @sm s.ed. ac. ukGeolsoc promotes the study ofGeology and facilitates socialcontact between people with aninterest in the geosciences.We organise field trips andlectures related to thesub.iect, and

host a very social and sporting line-up throughout the year includingthe spring ball, cheese and winenights, and a BBQ in week one.We welcome anyone from any fieldwithin the University.

Geophysics and [email protected] Geophysics and MeteorologySociety provides a {orum lorstudents interested in the physicsof Earth Sciences from all degreeyears to get to know each otherand share experiences and adviceon courses and internships.With guest speakers, discussionsessions, documentaries andfilms, and socials, we hope to helpstudents improve their generalknowledge relating to the Earth andAtmospheric science. We welcomeanyone with an inlerest in physicalEarth Science (or who agrees thatTwister is a great movie!) to getinvolved.

Mathematics and [email protected]. ukMathsoc aims to encouragea network of undergraduates,postgraduates and teachingstaff to aid learning and createa relaxed, friendly atmospherebetween students. We also helpto provide an outlet for the stressof studying a demanding subJectthrough social events such asballs. ceilidhs, party bus trips, the'integral Milan' football team, andmore. For more information, visithttp://sites. google.com/site/edinburghmathsoc.

Physics Societyphys ics. soc iety @ed. ac. u kPhysics Society aims to promotephysics as a social activity throughtalks, trips and alcohol. You mayeven begin to find physics andphysicists interesting!

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Aberdeen FC Supporters Club(Eu)[email protected] you an Aberdeen lan? lJ so,this is the society {or you! TheAberdeen FC Supporters Cluborders lickets for away matchesand araanges transport to all homeand away games throughout theseason. We also have a 5 a-sideteam which plays weekly in theEdinburgh Powerleague, andthroughout the year against othersupporters clubs. A variety of socialevents also take place includingtrips to the pub, golf and bowling.

Beer [email protected] knows weslern cultureand history is intertwined wiihbeer. So, why not celebrate therich asoect of our culture! TheBeer Society is committed tohaving its members taste as manyol the different kinds of beer aspossible, getting together friendsand slrangers alike, and promolingbeer culture. We also organisepub crawls and trips to some ol thebreweries in Scotland. Everyoneis welcome provided they have aninterest in tasting great beer!

Celtic Supporters club (CSC)s0996851 @sms.ed.ac.ukEdinburgh University CSC exists toallow students to meet and discussCeltic FC, lo share materials aboutthe club, and to organise discounttickets and transport tor students.It also orovides a base from whichanyone may contact or lobbyCeltic on any issue, such as FairTrade. We are closely affiliatedto lhe Heriot Watt & EdinburghUniversity Celtic Supporters Club(HWEUCSC).

Chocsocs05741 [email protected] is a social society thatcombines delicious chocolaleevents and activities with meetingnew people. we host a variety oldifferent events such as chocolate

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fountain nighls, sculpture building,bowling, hot chocolate tasting, andmany more evenings of chocolate-tilled fun! Check out our websitefor more information and upcomingevents at www.chocsoc.co,uk.

Cocktail Societyeucocktailsociety@ hotmail.co.ukThis society is dedicated solely tolhe appreciation ot cocktails. TheEdinburgh University CocktailSociety runs a variety of eventsincluding cocktail master classeswhere you can learn about the artof cocktail-making and mixology, aswell as holding monthly meetingslorelax. socialise and drink cocktailsat a discounted price.

Come Dine With Me [email protected] student dining,expanding culinary horizons,affordable dinner parties, andlaughing al 'Come Dine With Me'iswhat we?e all about! New membersalways welcome and not everyonehas to cook!

Fair Trade Caf6f airtradecaf e@ hotmail.co.ukThe Fair Trade Caf6 servesdelicious souD and cakes madewith tair trade local and organicproduce while raising money {or adifferent charity every week. All arewelcome to come and create lovely{ood in the kitchen or simply enjoyeatlng it.

Hibernian FC Supporters [email protected] society aims to provide a socialnetworking system lor supportersof Hibernian Football Club (HFC) byproviding meetings, social events,attending malches, and otheroutings, all relaling to HFC. Wealso give students the chance locompete in matches against othertootball supporting socielies, andare aiming to arrange a tour of theHFC ground and training centre.

Mediterranean [email protected] Mediterranean GastronomicSociety aims to introduce,promote and sustain the tradilionof Mediterranean cooking in theEdinburgh community. We holdpol-luck dinners, picnics, restauranttaslings and cooking masterclasses. Membership in the societyis diverse; chefs, food critics, andwine-appreciators alike will beamong the international group.

Satire Society (Sat Soc)edinburghsatiresociety@googlemail,comThe Satire Society's main aim isto promote the appreciation andproduction of politicaland socialsatire on campus through theregular distribuiion and productionof printed, live action, video etc. ofonline and off-line, locally producedsatire.

SocieTEAedinburghsocietea@ googlemail.comSocieTEA is a societylorteaappreciators, tea connoisseurs,or just caffeine addicts. We holdmonthly meetings lor Jun or tohelD other societies raise fundsfor charity. These events occurboth on and off campus, where thebest tea is lound. This socieTeabelieves that we can create a widerappreciation of tea, spread theknowledge, interacl with studentsand with olher societies. So come'oolong' to one o{ our tantasticmeetings!

Vegetarian [email protected] aim of the society is to createa social network for vegelarians/vegans or for anybody who sharesour belie{s, cares for animalsor enjoys vegelarian food. Weorganise socials at vegetariancafes and restaurants, swaprecipes, and enjoy meals almember's flats, amongst otherthings. Also, Jor those who areinterested, the society organise

leafleting events and campaigningdays. We are a friendly, non-aggressive society promotinganimal rights and vegetarianism.Find out more from our website atwww.vegsoced.webs.com.

Water ol Lifewols@ed,ac.ukThe Water of Life Society isdedicated to meeting with triends,sampling great whiskies andgenerally enjoying life. While ourgoal is to learn about whisky, weare primarily a social group intenton tasting whiskies beyond ourreach. We lead meetings, organisetrips around Scotland and invitedislilleries to come and speak to us.We welcome everyone especiallythose wilh the desire to learn,sample and enioy fine whisky ingood company. For more detailscheck our Facebook page or ourwebsite at wols.eusa.ed.ac.uk.

Wine [email protected] Wine Society meet weeklyto extend our knowledge aboutthe wonderlul world of wine aswell as simply enjoying it. Everyweek we have a different themefor our tastings given by localmerchants, wine writers and winemakers from all over the world.The meetings are very socialand are a great place to meet

people. The highlights of the WineSociety's calendar include theannual Christmas Dinner and theChampagne tasting at the end oftheyear llyou are awine expertor you lust enjoy drinking wine, youare sure to have a really great lime.

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AEGIS Students [email protected] Siudents is an internationalanti-genocide movementcommitted to campaigning,educating and fundraising to endgenocide. We aim to mobilisegrassroots political Pressureto stop genocide and ethniccleansing- We are affilialed to

the registered charity'The AegisTrust'.

Amnesty [email protected] Edinburgh University Amnesly

International society campaignsfor Human Rights. We are a group

ol friendly people who organiseand get involved in fun activitiesincluding creative camPaigning,talks, debates and a visit to oursponsor pub, Native State, afterevery meeting. All are welcome.Please visit our website at http://

eusa-amnesty.org/node.

Anarchist [email protected] all.orgThe Anarchist Society's aim is topursue goals conducive to a treeand equal anarchist society, and

to promote the idea of equality,liberty and respect through direcland non-violent action. The societyalso aims to raise awareness ofthe anarchist ideal through debate

and discussion among students'

Carbon [email protected] Carbon Management Societyraises awareness and Providesa forum for discussion amongstudents and staft, al universityand beyond, on all aspects ofclimate change adaption andmitigation. We concentrate on the

scientitic. economic and businessrelated aspects ol climate changeand foster an understanding olhow these three components are

crilical in making Progress onreducing carbon emissions.

We hold weekly meetings showingrelevant documentaries, and host

seminars and talks bY climatechange experts drawn from the

scienti{ic, economic, political andbusiness communities. Find outmore lrom our website atwww.eucms.org.

MedAccess (UAEM-Edinburgh)uaem.edinburgh@googlemail'comUniversities Allied lor EssentialMedicines (UAEM) is a largeinternational student movementbased mainly in the U.S. andCanada, but is rapidlY sPreadingacross the UK and Europe.By focusing on universities'research and licensing Policies,UAEM's aims are twofold: toincrease access to health-related innovations in developingcountries, and to promote researcninto diseases that mainly affectDoor counlries. Find out moreat http://uaemedinburgh'wordpress.com and www.essentialmedicine.org.

People & [email protected] and Planet is the largestnational student network in Britain'

made up lrom local groups inuniversities, colleges and schoolsthroughoutthe UK. The Edinburghgroup is one of the biggest andmost active societies in thecountry. We campaign on issuesof the environment, Poverty andhuman rights, through local andnational action. We organise arange oJ interesting speakers to

come lo our weekly meetings with

the aim of educating and informingourselves so we are able lo make

change through action. EverYoneis welcome! You can choosethelevel of involvement: from listeningto speakers to becoming moreinvolved with planning and running

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Students for Justice in [email protected] Students for Justicein Palestine is a human rightscampaign. Our activities includediscussion and debate. as well asactively campaigning to end lsraeliapartheid and the occupation ofPalestine.

Tibet [email protected] Tibet Society embraces theculture, religion, landscape, andedible delights of this fascinatingand beautiful nation. With a historyas vibrant as it is tragic, our societyseeks to celebrate Tibet whileactively slriving to improve thesituation for the Tibetan people.Our aims are to be friendly andinformal and lake aclion to preventthe loss of Tibetan culture andhistory while raising moneytor proiects run in Tibet, in funinteresting and originalwaysl Ourevents have included Tibetan filmnights, tea-tastings, art exhibitions,speakers, a visit to a TibetanTemple and more.

Trade Union Socletytradeunionsociety@ gmail.comEdinburgh University TradeUnion Sociely aims to increaseawareness and membership oftrade unions on campus, We runprogressive campaigns on issuesrelating to the workplace, includingour currenl campaign: the livingwage.

UNICEFon Campusunicef [email protected] on Campus is an initiativeto involve students in the workof UNICEF. We work to raiseawareness of children's rightsand raise moneytor UNICEF'simporlant projects with childreneverywnere.

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Hmffi@Access [email protected] Edinburgh works to improveaccess to higher education, andespecially to Edinburgh Universily,for those from non-traditionalbackgrounds. Trained studentvolunteers visit secondary schoolsthat have a poor record of gettingstudents into higher educalion.Volunteers give practical guidanceand encouragement, and talkabout personal experience toaspire pupils to aim lowards highereducation.

Animal [email protected] Crisis is EdinburghUniversity's animal welfare societythat helps to promote awarenessof nalional and internationalanimal wel{are crises throughoutthe University, and works to raisemoney lor a range ol topical issues.Members decide which institutionswe raise money for so, il you areoassionate about animal welfareissues, this society is for you!

Anti-Malarial Outreach Programs056791 [email protected] aim of the Edinburgh UniversityAntl-Malarial Outreach Programis to reduce the burden of malariain a village community in southwest Cameroon (Nkolve). This isachieved through a combinationof educational workshop sessionsand the provision of prevenlativetreatment tools.

Arts for Well-Being: Children ofthe [email protected] Arts for Well-Being: Childrenof the Balkans society raise moneyto help child victims ol conflict andoost-conflict in the Balkans. We runarts camps in the Balkan regionduring summer for the childrenwhere we support their personal,social and emotional well-beingthrough creative activities such as

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music. art and crealive movement.The arts camps offer a greatexDerience for the children and ourvolunleers, as well as being lotsof fun.

Barnardo's [email protected] University Barnardo'sSociety work in conjunction withand raise funds for the Barnardo'scharity, and to assist them in thework they do for abused, neglectedand underprivileged childrenaround the UK. We meet weeklvand host various fundraising andsocial events.

Best Buddles [email protected] Buddies Edinburgh is anopportunity to help enhance theisolated lives that many people withlearning disabilities experience,as well as to meet new people andhave fun. We meet weekly where,along with other students, you canmeet and befriend people withintellectual learning disabilitieswhilst playing games or iustenjoying a friendly chat over acup ol coffee. Members have theopportunity to make a'best buddy'who they can meet with regularlyand enioy playing football, goingto the cinema, or taking part inany other fun activities. Being partof our society will enhance yourCV and communication skills,whilst proving a highly rewardingexperience through developinga valuable friendship that willgenuinely change someone's life.No experience necessary, just anopen mind and your friendship.

Bisexual Lesbian or Gay(BLOGS)[email protected] is Edinburgh University'ssociety for Bisexual, Lesbian, Gay,Transgendered and Inlersex peopleand theirfriends. Students andnon-students alike are welcome tojoin. We aim to provide a relaxedand welcoming social networkwhere you can meet like-mindedpeople and take part in our fun and

varied weekly events. Whetheryou're comfortable with yoursexuality, the slightest bit curious,or just want to make some fun newfriends, you can do so in our non-

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Childrens' Holiday Venture(cHv)[email protected] is a student-ran charity thatworks with groups of childrenfrom socially excluded areasof Edinburgh. We take them ontrips, both day lrips and weekendcamps, to provide Iun activities in asate and supportive environment,aiming to improve the self-esteemof the people we work with. Ourvolunteers receive child orotectionlraining and are DisclosureScotland checked, and groupleaders are first aid trained. Over21s who have held a clean drivinolicense for at least two years arealso otfered the opportunity to trainto drive the MIDAS minibus.

Edinburgh Basic Lile [email protected] University Basic Life SupportSociety (atfiliated to HeartstartUK) gives you the opporlunily tolearn vital basic life support skills.Once you have attended a trainingsession you can assist the teachingof basic life support within schoolsthroughout Edinburgh and, withattendance at a Jurther instructorcourse, you could be leading yourown!

Edinburgh Exchange [email protected] Edinburgh Exchange SupportSociety (EESS) is run by studentswho have all participated in anexchange programme during theirdegree here al Edinburgh. Thesociety aims to provide supportand inJormation to studentsconsidering participating in anexchange programme and to thosestudents currently on exchangehere in Edinburgh. Please.loin

our Facebook group "EdinburghExchange Support Society(EESS)" or visit our website,http://eess.eusa.ed.ac.uk/, tormore information.

Edinburgh Global Partnerships(EGP)[email protected] Global Partnershipsis a student-ran charity whichorganises groups of studentsto volunteer on pro.iects indeveloping countries duringthe summer months. We havepartners in Asia, Africa andLatin America, and projectsare generally construction oreducation based. We aim toprovide knowledge, skills andexperience to students whilesupporting community-ledinitiatives in their goals fordevelopment. We hold training,lundraising and social eventsthroughoul the year, and is a greatway to meet new people, broadenhorizons, and do somelhingconstructive with the summermonlhs.

Edinburgh LanguageAmbassadorss034171 [email protected] LanguageAmbassadors aims to increasemotivation and interesl amongScottish pupils to learn loreignlanguages. We conduct regularvisits to bolh primary and highschools to deliverlanguage andcultural basedactivities thal

complement the ongoing formalcurriculum.

Feminist Society (EUFS)[email protected] University FeministSociety (EUFS) focus on genderequality, raising awareness ofgender inequality and how wecan work together to create aplatform of equality. We campaignagainst gender-related violence,taking action against the threat towomen's reproductive rights, andactively campaign for feminismto be an integral aspect of theUniversity curriculum. We holddiscussions, art workshops,protests, as well as our annual'Speak'campaign, which aims tocreate a safe space where peoplecan openly talk about sex.

First Aid Africaeusa@f irstaldaf rica.comThe First Aid Atrica societyruns expeditions for students toprovide medical equipment andknowledge in some ot the world'sooorest countries. All students arewelcome and training is provided.We work direclly with the First AidSociety as well as internationalNGOS to orovide studentvolunteeas where they are neededthe most. We also work activelywith other studeni volunteerorganisations to promotethe need for First Aid andmedical training wherever


emergency care is not availabledue to poverty and/or corruption.More information can be lound atour website:wwwtirstaidaf rica.com.

First Aid Societyf [email protected] University First Aid Societygives you the opportunity to learnand become certified in First Aidfor free! Once you're qualified,you can practise your skills atevents such as T in lhe Park, theRoyal Highland Show and showsat the Playhouse Theatre- Wehave weekly meetings with specialspeakers, sessions on emergencychildbirth, sign language andcasualty simulation, and socialevenls.

Fonelisco Orphanage [email protected] Orphanage Proiect is asociety that sends volunteers outto Fonelisco Orphanage to workwith orDhans and street children inMwanza, Tanzania, for a minimummonth-long programme duringthe summer vacation. We recruitvolunteers during semesler one.then helo volunleers fundraise forthe basic cost of their trip. Visitour website at www.escaonline,org/f oneliscosociety.

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Friends of MSF (Medecins sansFrontieres)[email protected] Edinburgh Friends ol MSF(Medecins sans Frontieres)aims to: educate and promotegreater understanding of the role,functions and ootential ot theMSF, its agencies and its charter,with special atlention to some ofthe world's most neglected crises;raise funds and awareness of ourwork through events engaging thewider community; and gain moresupport for the spirit of communilyservice and humanitarian workwithin the University and the localcommunity. We act as a forum forpeople who are interested or whohave considered participating inhumanitarian work.

Funds for Cystic [email protected] for Cystic Fibrosis Societyorganise {undraising eventsand donate the oroceeds to theCystic Fibrosis Trust: the UK'sonly national charity dedicatedto all aspects of Cystic Fibrosis,funding medical and scientificresearch aimed at understanding,treating and curing the disease.The Cystic Fibrosis Trust alsoaims to ensure that people withthe disease receive the best careand support possible. We hope toraise awareness of Cystic Fibrosisthroughout lhe University and thewider community.

Hitchedinburghhitch20l [email protected] the adventure of aliletime and hitchhike to Moroccoor Prague for charilyl Travel 1,200miles to Africa through the heart ofrural France and Spain, Moroccootfers a mesmerising blendof culture thal has fascinatedtravellers for generations. Or takepart in the slightly shorter hitchto Prague, a city lamous tor itsbreathtaking architecture, youngbackpacking culture and beer.


Over 5,000 students have takenpart in the Hitch since 1992!

Life [email protected] Society aims lo offer a rangeof discussions, debates as well asliterature to promote the protectionand dignity o{ life from conceptionto nalural death.

Marrow [email protected] Society is run by medicalstudents across the country inassociation with the AnthonyNolan Trust. We aim to recruitstudents onto the Anthony NolanBone Marrow Register. Peopleneeding a bone marrow or stemcell transplant search this registerin the hope of finding a suitabledonor who has the ootential tosave their lite. All you need to doto ioin the register is come alongto one of our regular clinics.

Mary's Meals [email protected] fundraise for the Scottishcharity: Mary's Meals, whocurrently feed 391,000 childrenin 15 countries across the world!Mary's Meals seeks to breakthe cycle of poverty by givingchildren a free meal every day inschools to improve enrolmenl,attendance and grades. Usinglocal volunteers and oroducemeans the projects are efficient.sustainable and benefit thewider community. 93% of allmoney raised goes directly tothe proiects, and our worldwideaverage cost is just fg 10 leeda child for a whole year! So, ifyou want to organise fundraisingevents, charity pub crawls,bake sales, shake buckets or amultitude of other money-makingschemes, come along to ourweekly meetings.

Meadows Half [email protected] Half Marathon Societ,organise a half-maralhon aroundthe Meadows. In 2008 it was thelargest run organised by studentsIn the UK;there were 800 runnersand f40,000 was raised forcharity.

[email protected] was formed in 1997as a UK-wide network ofheallhcare students who raiseawareness of, and take action on,humanitarian and global healthissues. We encourage studenisto get involved with projects andcampaigns that they feel areimportanl or under-representedat university and that relate toissues such as refugee health,homelessness, or HIV and AIDS.Find out more about our pro.iectsand campaigns by visiting ourwebsite at www.medsin,org.

[email protected] University's student-runsupport, information and listeningservice always needs newvolunteers and runs a training andselection course early in the Jirstand second term. lJ you can helpby being open, understandingand non-judgemental, become aNightliner and come along to ourmeetings or contact us.

Patient Outreach Project (POP)[email protected] is a volunteering serviceoperating with NHS Lothianto orovide studeni visitors forinpatients at Edinburgh's RoyalVictoria Hospitalwho may havefew visitors and friends in the

Sign [email protected] Soc is an informal societywhich aims to help bridge thegap between the hearing and thedeaf community through teachingbasic sign ianguage in a lun andsociable way. We offer membersthe chance to apply for a BritishSign Language (BSL) SOAQualified course taught by a deaftutor at Deaf Action in Edinburgh.

SKIP (Students tor KidsInternational Proiects)[email protected] is a registered charity runby healthcare students working tosupport vulnerable children aroundthe world.

Student Action tor Autism(sAFA)[email protected] Action for Autism (SAFA)aims to raise awareness of autismamongst the student medical andgeneral population by holdingtalks, film nights and fundraisingevents. We also organise anannual'Autism AwarenessConcert'where funds taised aredonated to national and localcharities and projects. We promotea be{riending scheme, offering theopportunity to work one-on-onewith individuals with autism, andare setting up a new volunteeringscheme based at a playground forchildren with soecial needs. Formore inJormation, visitwww.safa.org,uk.

Student Cancer Fundstudentcancerf [email protected] Student Cancer Fund societyraise money and awareness forsmall local cancer charities thatsupport people with cancer andtheir families. We raise moneythrough organising bake sales,club nights, quiz nights, runningthe marathon and anything elseour members decided to do. We

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also run the Cancer Advice andSupport Team (CAST) lor studentswho have been aifected by cancer.

Student Club of AmericanVeterinary Medical [email protected] Club of AmericanVeterinary Medical Associationenlightens students aboutthe opportunities, differencesand practicalities of practicingveterinary medicine in NorthAmerica. We provide a lorum fordiscussion for student veterinary-relaled concerns, and offer anopportunity for members to gainknowledge and an understandingof Drofessional ethics and conduct.

Student Community Action(scA)scagl @sms.ed.ac.ukSCA organises one-off and regularlonger-term voluntary projectsin the local community. We givestudents a chance to gain newskills and meet a new and diverserange of people while givingsomething back to the community.Through projects like teaching,gardening and decorating, we aimto tacilitate and imorove relationsbetween students and the localcommunity.

Students Supporting StreetKids (SSSK)[email protected] supports charities in India,Columbia. Ecuador and Ethiopia.We raise awareness of the plightof street children around theworld through talks and publicity.We also raise funds throughevents ranging from tin collecting,sponsorships, charitY Parties,band nights or whatever ourmembers come up withl For moreinformation, visitwww.sssk.org.uk.

Teddy Bear [email protected] Bear Hospital is ahealth promotion project runby Edinburgh students for local


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primary school children. Ouraim is to teach children abouthealth and healthcare throughp,ay. Teddy Bear Hospital is aregistered charity and a branch ola national project run by Medsin.Please visit our website atwwwtbhe,org.uk for moredetails.

Tenteleni [email protected] is a volunteer-run charitythat supports UK universitystudents to travel to placementsin Kenya, Malawi, South Africa,Swaziland and Zanzibat. Tentelenivolunteers work alongsidestaff and other volunteers inschools, children's homes andnon-governmental organisationsto offer support, enthusiasmand triendship. Both the localcommunities and the volunteersthemselves benefit from engagingin the sharing of skills and ideas.

WaterAid - [email protected],ukWaterAid Edinburgh is acampaigning and fundraisingsociely that aims to promote andsupport the work of WaterAid:an international charity whosemission is to overcome povertyby enabling the world's poorestpeople to gain access to safewater, sanitation and hygieneeducalion.

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WAnime and Animation [email protected],ukThe Edinburgh Anime andAnimation society is devoted toshowing animation in allforms,particularly Japanese animation.We have a large variety ol showsthat we watch as well as holdingweekly movie nights throughoutthe year.

Art [email protected] Art Society is a great way ofmeeting other people interested inart and learning what Edinburghand beyond has to offer. Weorganise workshops tor beginners,arrange studio space to work in,hold weekly life drawing classes,take trips to galleries, inviteguest speakers and arrangesocial events. We also have ourwork displayed in cafes and runexhibitions.

Gharity Fashion [email protected] night ot chic lashion,ravishing models and vitalisingentertainment, The EdinburghCharity Fashion Show (ECFS) isthe most successful charity fashionshow in Eurooe. The event itselftakes place over two nights inMarch and oroduces haute couturefashion mainlyfrom LondonFashion Week, as well as designstrom the talented EdinburghCollege of Art. Various other eventsare organised in the run-up to theshow including launch parties andsome great club nights - all in aidol charity!

Chill Out [email protected] Chill Out society is for peoplewho like to chill out, kickback,relax, and generally fill theirlives with nothing more arduousthan good music, laziness andmassage. We teach beginners

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massage courses every term, andintermediate and speciality coursesas often as oossible. We alsooffer workshops in Beiki and olherforms of alternative therapy, andhosl'RELAX!'evenls which are acombination of live acoustic music,comedy and on-site massage,shiatsu and Reiki.

Confucianism Study Society(EUCSS)[email protected] EUCSS is a great way to meetnew people and make rriends ina friendly relaxed yel somewhatdifferent environmenl. with theadditional opportunity to learnChinese language and culture,promote cultural understanding,and discuss Confucianism and itsapplication to modern society. Wehold a variety of activities includingthemed gatherings, classes,concerts, competitions and tours.

Create Societycreate@sms,ed.ac.ukBe inspired and nurture yourcreative side with the CreateSociety's weekly galherings. Takepart in our wriling workshops,with discussion. stimuli. andan opportunity for constructivecriticism ol your work, or try yourhand at a range of creative cratts,teaching others new skills, andmucking about with felt-tip pens in arelaxed, intormal environment.

Fashion and Textiles Society(F.A.r)[email protected] you are interested in anythingfrom shoes and bags to knittingand textiles, F.A.l Society is ioryou! As well as courses in patterncutting and customising, we provideguest speakers on a wide range ofissues and organise fashion-themed nights. Everyoneis welcome and we'realways looking tor newideas, so come alongand share our passionfor fashion.

Film Society (EUFS)f [email protected]

lf you have a passion for cinema,EUFS is for you. Or, if you knownothing about the film world, let usbroaden your horizons! Our seasonticket gets members lree entry toall lhe films we screen, plus freeentry to all of the special eventswe host with other societies anclocal cinemas such as our monthlvfilm ouiz.

Knitting [email protected] provides a friendly andcrealive space for people to learnto knil and improve their skills.Everyone's welcome to bring theirown proiects or come along andslart something new. we can lendyou needles and yarn while youlearn, and provide tuition, discountsand insDiration.

Photographic [email protected] is the photographicsociety of the University ofEdinburgh and open to anyoneinteresled in photography. Weorganise activities ranging fromthe purely social to the highlytechnical including pub crawls,lectures. hands-on sessions. timedchallenges, competitions, critique,and more. We also run bi-annualcompetitions with prizes, and thehighest ranking entries are alsodisplayed in our public exhibitionsat locations around Edinburgh. Formore in{ormation, visit our websiteat wwwphotosoc.com.

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African & Arabic Dance Societya.rJar:cesoc t g log:u:r !n i , ' . r r :Arabic dance, more commonlyknown as Egyptian Belly Dancing,is the normal dance of the Arabcountries. lt is good tor maintainingand improving body tone anddiscovering muscles you neverknew you had! ll is an intensedance form which can be exoloredby people of difterent ages, shapesand physical abilities. Africandancing is a mixture of dance stylesfrom many different counlries inAfrica; it's fast, fun and energeticdanced to the rhythm ot bongodrums played by our drummer.

Ballroom Dancing Society(EUBDS)euocls( ' ' i is !s.ed.ac.ui iWe've all seen 'Strictly ComeDancing' but ever lancied tryingit yourself? With EUBDS youcan! Anyone is welcome and nopartners are necessary; we caterfor all levels lhrough classes taughtby our highly professional danceteacher. There's always plentygoing on with competitions, medalsand dance shows along withvarious social events.

Barbershop Societyr oh . f i i t t ! '2, : rhci lq ie: l .ccr iBarbersoc aims lo providestudents with the opportunity toperform barbershop style music tothe highest standard. We provideworkshops for all those interestedin barbershop, regardless ottechnical merit, as well as hosting avariety of performances throughoutthe year.

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Edinburgh Bhangra Crew are aPuniabi dance and drum group.Our aim is to promote SouthAsian, especially Punjabi, culturearound Scotland through danceand music. We have membersirom all over the world who are

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dedicated to performing Bhangraas the art form it is. We offerregular Bhangra and Dhol (drum)classes and members have anopportunity to ioin the dance troupewhich performs at university andcommercial events, or get involvedin the Dhol-only performances.For more information visit: www.edinburghbhangracrew.com.

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Edinburgh University Brass Bandis a student-run, non-auditioningorganisation, whose priorities aremusic and fun! We play piecesfrom a wide variety of styles andcomposers and hold concerts twicea year. We are friendly and have abusy social calendar.

Chamber Choilet i : : ,hAmb.-?rCl i : t i r t : ' h, . int i t ! l .cnnl

The Chamber Choir is the smallestof the University choirs. We singa wide range of challenging choralmusic with a tendency to 'a capella'pieces, and our repertoire spansfrom the 12th to 21st centuries.We aim to provide a platform forsingers with a serious interest inchoral music to establish closemusical and social ties withinthe choir and to Dromote theUniversity's musical profile athome and abroad through regularpertormance and tours.

Chamber Orchestrae ucc,aq l i sts.€al. ac, u !.:Edinburgh University ChamberOrchestra is a friendly studentran society oftering experiencedmusicians the chance to play inone of Edinburgh's leading amateurorchestras. Concerts are usuallygiven once a term with some ofScotland's tinest orofessionalconductors al the helm. However,it is not all hard work;lhere areregular social events includingceilidhs. meals. and a tour at thestart of summer

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UEGCR is the Guild ol Church BellR'ngers. We are open to all ringersand anyone wishing to learn. Theguild holds practices twice a month,as well as joining local practices inEdinburgh. We also have regularsocial events and weekly hand bellpractices.

Cheerleading Society'TheVixens'a._f i i? i?, : , ' i t . , : l : i , . i " I r . ,

The Vixens are a comDetitiveaward-winning cheerleading squadthat are fun loving, dedicated andenjoy winning! We focus throughoulthe year on improving our stunts,jumps, gymnastic ability andfitness, along with a few brilliantsocials of course! lf you thinkcheerleading is for you join us.Go Vixens!

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Dick Vet Musicians is a societyfor veterinary students to maintainand enjoy their music skills in atimetable suited to vet school'sbusy schedule. We meet weeklyand aim to hold a concert once asemester. No audition required, justenthusiasm and a love of music.

Drumming Society5C i3i;iii!lt si?r5.ed.a;. ui'Drum Soc get together 10 learn,jam, and perform with Africandrums. We run weekly sessionsto teach and learn beats, performregularly throughout the year, andfind lime for a few visits to the pubtoo! No experience or equipmentnecessary.

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The Edinburgh Revue is theUniversity's comedy societyand resident sketch and stand-up group. We provide peopleat all levels of experience(including beginners) with regularopportunities to write, act, direct,

and perform stand-up, in a lriendlyand relaxed environment. lt's alsoan excellent way to meet newpeople with regular social eventstaking place including the society'sEdinburgh Fringe Festival show atthe end of the year. So whetheryou want to indulge your creativeside or simply have some fun,come along and give it a try!

Edinburgh Studio Opera (ESO)

Edinburgh Studio Opera is theUniversity's only opera society.Opera provides a uniqueopportun jty for everyone interestedin theatre, musicals and classicalmusic to combine their talents, andwe are always looking for singers,directors, orchestra members andcrew. Recent shows have included'The Marriage of Figaro', 'TheBartered Bride'and most recently'Albert Herring', performed underthe guidance ol a professionalmusic director. We also have aseason programme includingclassical concerts, carol singingand jazz nighls, as well as regularsocial events. This year, we arefortunate enough to be staging theworld premiere of The Turing Test'.writlen especially for our company,at this year's Edinburgh FestivalFringe.

Female Voice Choir (EUFVS)

EUFVS are a non-audi t ioning choirfor any student (female or uppelvoice) wanting to be involved lnsinging a range of musical slylesand having fun along the way.

Flamenco Society

;5[|:s]"jj:c1v""Gfor dancers, musicians and"aficionados" ol the manyforms ol flamenco music anddance. We organise eventscalled "penas" by co-operatingwith Spanish musicians andhold regular workshops with

teachers from Spain. We hope tointroduce Flamenco to people whootherwise may not have had theopportunity to experience this fieryform of art.

Folk Song Society

Folk Society caters for anyone withan interest in folk music and song.Everyone gets the opportunity tolearn from other musicians andsingers on an inlormal basis duringsessions and sing-arounds.

Footlights

Footlights is the musicaltheatresocaety that stages a large-scalemusical in the spring term. We arealways looking for enthusiasticpeople to take part, both on stageand off, and offer the opportunity towork wi th l ight ing, sound. costume.production, publicity, orcheslraand much more. Auditions takeplace a the beginning of Term .1

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French Theatre Society (LesEscogriffes)

Les EscogriJfes are EdinburghUniversity's French Thealre group.Les Escogrilfes not only providestudents and speakers ofthe French language with anenvironment in which they can pultheir language skills to a practicaland pleasurable use, but alsocreate a greater understanding anddissemination of French culturethrough theatre and entertainment.We perform in French and are opento all, regardless of language orability.

Goth and Rock Society (Edc&R)

EdG&R is the Edinburgh coth andRock Society providing great clubsand gig nights for the alternativemusic communi ly in Edinburgh.We host many nights and live gigsincluding punk, ska, grunge, metal ,goth industrial. EBM and generalclub nights, as well as providing anopportunity for our members to DJor set up club nights. Being partot EdG&R is a great way to makefriends and socialise with otherswho enjoy music.

Indie Soc

Edinburgh is Mark E Smith'sfavourile city and soon it willbe yours; lo in the Indie SoclWe organise a range of eventsincluding gigs and club nights, soget involved.

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Jazz Orchestra (EUJO)+;r ; i i ; .1;q i g;q t | . , - i ; ; . - . 11 i . ;

lf jazz is your thing then EUJOis the society for you. We playtantastic arrangements of brilliantpieces ranging from jazz slandardsto conlemporary fusion, in a friendlyand sociable atmosohere. andpertorm gigs throughout the yearwhich are always enjoyed by theaudience.

Juggling Societyju{Jql i r rq} ! Jaj . i r i r . ! ! i :

The Juggling Society learn,practice and display a wide rangeof equilibristics and manipulationas well as jugglingl Beginnersor performers; all abilities arewelcome!

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Law School Music Society providelaw students with the opportunityto pursue musical interests whilemeeting other law students andstaff in a setting outside the lecturetheatre. We also hold annualconcerts in aid ol the tree legalservice charity: The Bar Pro BonoUnit.

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The Modern Dance Societyprovides weekly classes in ballet,

iazz, lap, hip-hop, contemporary,break-dancing and lrish dance.Classes are taught by pro{essionalteachers and, throughout thesecond semester, we work towardshosting an inter-university dancecomoetition as well as an annuashow. Whether you are a beginneror have previous experience,classes are open to everyone.

Musical Medics Societytul [email protected]. i lkMusical Medics Society aims tobe the most inclusive performingmusic society at EdinburghUniversity. We are non-audilioning,and more than hal{ of our membersare non-medicsl We comorise ola choir, an orchestra and severalsmaller ensembles. All memberscome together to perform two

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concerts a year from whichproceeds go to medical charities.We welcome everyone whether youare a serious musician or iust needa break from your studies!

New Scotland Country Dancei I : . i i ] { : r . r ' : f i . i l t . r i i l

New Scotland Country Dancepromotes a variety of Scottishdance styles including ceilidh,highland, step, and country tor alllevels o{ dancers. Our membershioincludes a large number of studentslrom home and abroad, creating adiverse and friendly environment.We organise frequent trips awayto weekend dances. Darties andceilidhs, and everyone fromseasoned prolessionals to absolutebeginners are welcome to join. Formore intormation, visitwww.newscotland,org.uk.

Pole Dancing Society (Polesoc)

il*i.:Fmrrari)'-.i:1i;:il ii.ti;Polesoc aims to promote poledancing as a fun and energeticform of exercise. Classed aretaught by a prolessional teacher,and we also host a great socialevents.

Reeling Club, . i i : ' r ,Jhr ' , j . i .nf i , , ,n 4, ' . i . ,

Reeling means'Scottish' dancing.lf you have ever yearned to go tothe Skye Galhering, the NorthernMeeting, the Argyllshire Gathering,the Scottish Regimental Balls, thisis whereto learn how it'sdone. Wemeet weekly and host (at leastl)one ball. It's a social club {orlike-minded people with a bit ol aoance.

Renalssance Singerse-.u"renaiss::r:l+r.sin{i:iq,.it ci:.4.:.rrk-The Edinburgh UniversilyRenaissance Singers, directedby Dr Noel O'Regan, SeniorLecturer in Music at the Universitvof Edinburgh, hosts regularconcerts in the city and throughoulScotland, promoting the greatbody of Liturgical Music composedthroughout Western Europe in the

15th to 17th centuries. Our singersare made up of university studentsand staff as well as people lromthe wider Edinburgh community, socome along and take part!

Revelation Rock Gospel Choir- . ' : \ : ! t , , : t , i j : , , r ' . ! . , r , . :

Revelation is the University'sRock Gospel Choir, and winnerso{ the 1999 Society of the Year.We are Christian-based choir butmembers of many varied beliefsand opinions, and indeed singingabilities, are welcome. Revelationaims to draw out hidden abilitiesin an atmosphere of acceptance,to make and build friendships, andgenerally have loads of Jun singingonly the very funkiest of songs!There are no auditions, and nopre-requisites to joining, Revelationis truly open to anyone! Revelationis not only about singing, however,we also have a band, a dancegroup, and a drama group, so thereare lots ol ways to get involved! Formore information, visitedrev.eusa.ed.ac.uk.

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Salsa Society gives students theopportunity to learn and enjoythe Latin dance of salsa. Classesare held weekly in a lriendly andrelaxed atmosphere. Anyone withan interest and lots of enthusiasm ismore than welcome lo come alono!In addition to classes, we alsoorganise social events allowing'members to get to know each other,whilst practicing and showing offtheir newly acquired skills!

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The Savoy society perform threemusical extravaganzas a year,the main show being a Gilbert &Sullivan operetla performed inFebruafy. We also host a moreinlimate show in May at the world-famous Pleasance Thealre, as wellas a Fringe production. Can't sing?Don'l worry, we also need stageand lighting crews, set builders and,ot course, an orchestra. lf all this

sounds like hard work then Savoysocials make up for it all withparties, thealre trips, the savoyBall, expeditions into the Scottishwilderness, and much more!

Shakespeare Company

The Shakespeare Companyperlorm and exploreShakespeare's work by holdingworkshops covering theditferent aspects ol producingperformances includingstagecraft, literary analysis,costuming, set design, adaptingplays, theatrical history andgeneral dramaturgy. We produceat least one show a year andaspire to achieve a consistentlyhigh standard of professionalism.We also enjoy getting togetherthrough regular social andlundraising activities.

Singers (Edinburgh University)

The Edinburgh UniversitySingers are a small group ofauditioned voices, singing avaried programme of music fromacross the centuries of choralrepertoire. Under the directorshipof Dr John Kitchen, universityand city organist, and senior

music lecturer, we perform atofficial university events suchas graduations, in some of thecity's finest venues including theUsher Hall, and great locationsabroad whilst on tour. We sing arange oi music from Scots songarrangements to large scalechoral masses and requiems, aswell as concerts with orchestrasincluding Beethoven's gth

Symphony and Stravinsky'sSymphony ol Psalms. Our sociaactivities include weekly post-choir pub visits, meals out, flatparties and tours.

Slring Orchestra

EU String Orchestra are a friendly,fun-loving society that performconcerts once a term and enjoyregular social events includingtours, ceilidh, nights out, andmofe. Get involved and sign uptor an audition at the tair duringF eshers'Week!

Swing Dance Society (EUSDS)

The Edinburgh University SwingDance Society is a place tomeet people of all ages andbackgrounds whilst learning toswing dance, taught by greatteachers with years o{ experience.


We will show you how to dancelindy hop (or litterbug), balboa,and bal swing, as well as tastersin blues and Charleston styles.EUSDS is one oi the many swingdancing societies in Edinburghand advertises the opportunity todance with others in the city, alongwith dancers from across the UK.Come join a global community atyour doorstepl

Tango Society

The Tango Society are a friendly,casual, and fun society teachingone of the most accessible andeasy-to-learn classical dances.Tango, literally translating to"walking", will have you dancingwith flair and ease in no time.We're very social and there's nopartner required, so show up andbe prepared to have a great time.

Theatre Appreciation Society(Standing Ovation)

Standing Ovation makes it easytor people to go to the theatre.Our members choose what theywant to see from the huge varietyof shows going on in Edinburghand we do the rest! Contact uslor information and the chance tomeel like-minded people in a fun

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Theatre Company (Bedlam)(EUrc)inf c( .bedlamtheatre.c '1 ukThe EUTC holds 25 to 30performances each year, lromone-off Wednesday nightperformances to tive-night runs!We have improvised comedy,'The lmproverts', every Fridayand run improvisation workshopsevery Saturday. There is also'techimorove.ts' for those interested inthe technical side of theatre. Weaudition throughoul the year and noexperience is necessary.

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Theatre Paradok are a dynamicand innovalive company who havepreviously showcased alternativetheatre from lonesco to Fo.Anyone is welcome to join and,each semester, we gather a teamof aclors, designers, musicians,iechnicians, and all things vaguelyawesome, to produce challengingand diverse theatre.

Untapped Talentu n tappeclta !eril @) gi ma i i. cilnUntapped Talent is'The'society ifyou play music or just want to goto gigs. We havelull equipmentand a praclice room to use for free,for those who want to play and, torthose who don'1, just come alongtor discounted trips to gigs aroundScotland. Come along and meetnew muslcians or start a band andplay at one of our many gigs inthe city.

West Coast Swing (WCS) DanceSocietys0 68075940 srlr s.ed. a c. ukWest Coast Swing is a sleek andsassy dance rapidly growing inpopularily all around the UK.We provide an opportunity torexperienced dancers and completebeginners to become part of astudent-based social network forWCS dancing. We meet regularlyto practise technique, styling andstep patterns. Members enjoy

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Wind Band (EUWB)s07 g 0984,srsms. ed. aci. u kEUWB, founded on the principlesof no minimum slandards and noauditions, has a growing reputationand consists of about 100 talentedmusicians. So, if you have a brassor woodwind instrument or playpercussion, please come along toour rehearsals and socials-

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ALESEC is a non-political, non-profit, independent and entirelysludent-managed society. Weworked to develop young people,empowering them with thenecessary skills and underslandingoJ the forces shaping the worldaround them. We create apowerful group of future leaderswith a strong sense of socialresponsibility and a desire to act.We provide a series o{ learningexperiences and activities, in fieldssuch as sustainable development,education, enterprise and socialresponsibility, including aninternational traineeship exchange.

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BUNAC aims to encourageinterest in Canada, the UnitedSlates ol America and Mexicoamong Edinburgh students, aswell as encouraging an interestin university life in Britain to NorthAmerican students. We Dromote abetter understanding between thetwo cultures and orovide financialmeans for students to study atuniversities on the other continent,

tor both North Americans andBritish students. Beyond this, wealso provide scholarships andgrants tor travel with educationalmerits.

Diagnostic Society

The Diagnostic Society wasfounded in 1787 out ot the ScottishEnlightenment to bring a moreempirical and structured focus todebate. This year our society'smotions have included "ThisSociety would rather be a buckfastcapitalist than a champagnesocialist" and "The only good thingto have come out of Europe is theWine Lake". It you en.,oy gettingover-dressed and indulging in fineoratory, then contact us.

Edinburgh Bright Futures

A dynamic progressive societyrun by students lor students,Edinburgh Bright Futures is partof a nationwide eflort to givestudents the invaluable opportunityto maximise their employabilitythrough direct contacl with leadinggraduate recruiters. Join todayand make your future as bright aspossible!

Edinburgh University Tradingand Investment Club (EUTIC)(Finance Society)! . . . : :

With over a decade of experience,EUTIC manages and owns theUK's largest and most successfulstudentrun real money investmentportfolio worth over t30,000.Our goals are to educate studentsabout the world of finance, givethem real-life experience in tradingstocks, offer opportunities tonetwork with some of the world'smost prestigious firms and, shouldthey be interested, help thempursue careers in the financialservices industry. This, togetherwith a prestigious network of alumniand an excellent social calendarmakes the club one of the mostexciting societies for students ofall backgrounds to join. For more

information, visit our website atwww.eutic.org.

FreshSight

FreshSight is a professional studentorganisation that provides probono business consulting services10 non-prof it organisations.FreshSight is a unique organisationthat links charities and socialenterprises wilh the studentcommunity in a way that creates agreat deal of value lor both groups.We train students to becomeprofessional consultants, andplace them in teams within clientorganisataons.

Innovative Consulting Universityof Edinburgh (iCUE)

iCUE is an entrepreneurialsociety run as a business. Wework on new innovative projects,developing a variety of skillstransferrable to the business world.With regular workshops and newentrepreneurial ideas alwayswelcome, our meetings are anexcellent way to meet like-mindedstudents, team build and socialise,whilst also gaining invaluableexperience.

Legal Advice Society

Email the Legal Advice Sociely ifyou're interested in what they haveto ofJer.

Marketing and CommunicationsSociety (EUMCS)

EUMCS is Edinburgh Universi ty ssociety dedicated specif icaliyto the fields of Marketing,Communications and PR. Weeducate members about theindustry's newesl achievementsand innovations, provide usefulintormation and tips aboutinternships and graduate jobs, andprovide an opporlunity to networkwith companies and organisations.We also provide students withinteresting case studies andorganise competitions to give a

real life marketing experience. Thisyear we will invite prominent ancexperienced PR and Marketingexperts, business leaders anduniversity professors to meet anddiscuss the latest developmentsin these fast-movjng and dynamicareas.

Women Interconnect Edinburgh

Interconnect is a project that aimsto develop a Scottish network forwomen students studying science,engineering, technology andenvironmental subjects. We aim 10build relationships with women, atdilferent stages of their career, whocan act as role models, and provideencouragemenl and career adviceto women students. We arrangeworkshops and speakers forwomen students, staff and alumni,

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Anglican Students' [email protected] is a society for Anglicanstudents lo meel and to haveprayer time together- We meetregularly for pizza nights, movienights and Eucharist services.

Baha'i [email protected] University Baha'iSociety is a friendly, very socialand inclusive society tor anyoneinterested in spiritual and globalissues. We host a wide range ofevents throughout the academicyear including talks, workshops,discussions, food nights, themedevenings, debates, liresides,devotional meetings, study circles,caf6 trips, quiz nights, football, andtranquillity zones. You do not haveto be a memberto attend any of ourevents. Baha'i society is the perfectopportunity to share your opinionon real issues in a relaxed andopen almosphere.

Buddhist [email protected] Edinburgh University BuddhistSociety aims to develop a deeperunderstanding of Buddhism,to form meaningtul fellowshipamong members, and to cultivatecompassion through daily practiceof the Dharma.

Catholic Students' Unions.mcmaster@sms,ed.ac.ukCatholic Students' Union oftersall students, Catholics or not, theopportunity to socialise in a friendlyand relaxed almosphere. Wepromote a warm community in anactive and supportive environmentwhere we meet, work and celebratetogether. Everyone is also welcomeat our weekly meal.

Christian Union (EUCU)[email protected] is an open communily of

Christians who seek to support,encourage and explore what thegood news of Jesus means inthe University context, as wellas sharing this good news withthose around us. The ChristianUnion is not a church but rathera missionary community workingand partnering with Edinburgh'schurches to share lhis goodnews. Our specific vision tor thisyear is 'to be the united body ofChrist, motivated by grace, tolive worshipful lives, conveyingthe hope of salvation.'Anyone iswelcome to come along to any ofour meetings and events. Find outmore al vvwweucu.org.uk.

Humanist Society (HS)[email protected] invite you to meel, discussand act in an environment thatis free-thinking, progressive anobased on humanist values. Weaim to: establish a positive socialenvironment ol sludents who arerationalists, non{heists (agnosticsor atheists), humanists, or sceptics;enrich campus life by sponsoringeducational events and {osteringstudent dialogue on matters offailh, science, and reason; andengage students in issues o{national and international importsurrounding freedom of conscienceand secular education. For moreintormation, visit our website athttp://humanist.eusa.ed.ac.uk.

lslamlc Society (ISOCED)[email protected] is a sociely for bothMuslim and non-Muslim students.We aim to cater for the needs olMuslim students on campus, andhope to portray and share thevalues oJ lslam with other students.We meet for a catch uD sessionover tea and refreshments, andhold regular talks, by scholarsand experts on lslam, as well asorganising other events throughoutthe year including EID socials,trips, sports, tutorials, discussions,movie screenings, charityfundraisers and more. Evervone is

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Jewish [email protected] Jewish Society provide asocial and active atmospherefor Jewish students to meet andsocialise at weekly lunches andevening meals, discussions andpub crawls. The highlight of oursocial calendar is Burns Night Ballwhere Jewish students from allover the country come to meet,eat and ceilidh. We also aim tocelebrate all the Jewish Festivals.and take weekends away withother Jewish societies throughoutthe year.

Orthodox Christian [email protected] Christian Students aimsto deepen the understanding ofthe Orthodox Christian faith toits members, and connect to thestudent body and organisations.Our activities include discussions,movie Dresentations. talks onorthodoxy, excursions to significantChristian sites, and social events.For more intormation. visitwww.euocss.org.uk.

Pollock Chinese ChristianFellowship (PCCF)[email protected] is a group oJ mainly Chinesestudents from South-East Asia lhatmeet weekly for worship, prayerand bible study. Our commoncullural background tacililatescomfortable Christian fellowship.We aim to promote Christianitythrough annual events such asChristmas and Easter celebrations.We also hold social events to allowstudents to meet and find out moreabout East Asian Chinese culture.

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Bridge [email protected] complete beginners loexperts, the University BridgeClub olfers a friendly and relaxedatmosphere to meet new peopleand improve your bridge skills. Wehold a number of socials includedpub crawls and Christmas meals.We welcome new members andhelp those who want to learn.

Chess [email protected] University Chess Clubwelcome anyone to come alongand play at whatever level suitsyou, lrom casually in the pub tointer-university competitions. Wealso have lhree successful teamsin the local leagues and lake part innational and local congresses.

FAQ: Card and Board [email protected] society was formed with theintention of providing a forumfor people to play and talk aboutcollectible and non-collectible cardand board games. We provideopportunities to learn new games,compele in tournaments, andgenerally relax and have a goodtime. We help players get into newgames by providing cards and deckbuilding advice, and telling themwhere to buy cards. You don't needto own anything to come along; wehave a variety of silly games lor youto borrow and play. So get involvedand tind oul what we are all about.

Foosoc - Table [email protected] is EdinburghUniversity's Foosballsociety. Come joinus for our weekly freefoosball tournamentwith snacks, fun andprizes! No skill levelrequired.

[email protected], or the EdinburghUniversity Computer GamingSociety, is for students wilh aninterest in PC and video games.Whether you're a casual bedroomrock band star or a dedicated PCenthusiast, we have something tooffer all members. We hold LANand gaming events where weprovide network support lor PCs aswell as an Xbox 360, lull Rockbandset and a Wii. We also get togetherfor weekly pub nights as well asgaming nights online. For moreinlormation, visit our website:www.gamesoc,org.

GEAS (Roleplaying)[email protected] is the Roleplaying Society oflhe University of Edinburgh. Alongwith our fellow societies, e.g. theWargames and FAQ (CollectibleCard Gaming) socielies, wepromote the hobby of gaming in allits forms, and provide opportunities{or people to come and playall sorts of games, roleplayingsessions that anyone can getinvolved in. We also publish aregular newsletter, run a websile,hold an annual gaming conventionat the end of the second term,and organise social events, liveaction roleplay sessions, and groupoutings to movies and convenl;onsof interest, including the StudentNationals.


Poker [email protected] Society offers students theopportunity to gel involved withand enjoy the psychological thrillof tournament poker. For moreinformation, visit our website athttp://www.edi npoker.co. uk.

Rubik's Cube [email protected] you solve Rubik's cube? TheRubik's Cube Society welcomeseveryone, from those who havenever solved a cube before tospeed cubing solvers who want toimprove!

Science Fiction and [email protected] Science Fiction and FantasySociety is dedicated to broadeningthe horizons ol our members whilsthaving a damn good time. Wemeet weekly to watch sciji andlantasy shows, enjoy a drink and achat, or access our library oi over.1,500 books. Our other eventsinclude movie nights, our club nightGigantor, Laserquest, conventions,cinema nighls and an end of theyear camping trip.

Wargames [email protected] EU Wargames society meetsweekly during the semesler andis open to all wargames, terrainprovided!

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African and Caribbean [email protected] Edinburgh University AfricanCaribbean Society seeks tocelebrate the unique identitiesof the African and Caribbeanpopulation. We do this byencouraging an exchange of culturebetween these two groups withinthe University, as well as hostingyear-round events highlightingtheir traditions to engage the widerstudent body.

Bruneian Edinburgh [email protected] Bruneian Edinburgh Societyaims to foster fellowship, familiarityand unity among the Bruneianstudents in Edinburgh, offer asupport system for well-beingand education, and promote andeducale people aboui Brunei andits rich culture and traditions, whilstencouraging Bruneian studentsto learn and be exposed to othercultures, thus having the bestpossible overseas experience. Wealso act as a consult and a helpinghand for prospective students fromBrunei concerning any informationabout student life in Edinburgh.

Bulgarian [email protected] Society seeks toenhance the relationship andconnection among Bulgarianstudents, and provide a form ofcommunication with and amongthem. In addition we act as asource of advice, information andsupport to anyone who considersthemselves a friend of Bulgaria-We organise cultural events whichbroaden the understanding ofa traditional and contemporaryBulgarian's values and lifestyle. Formore information, visitwww.eubs,co,uk.

Chinese Students and ScholarsAssociation (ECSSA)[email protected] provides a community ofsupport for students and scholarsfrom the People's Republic ofChina. We make links with localassociations and groups, providerepresentation, and work with theChinese Deoartment of Universitiesand people in Edinburgh to helpimprove the understanding ofChinese culture and people. Wehave annual events includinga Welcome Freshers'party inOctober, Chinese New Year partyin January, Autumn Festival party,and a sports day in May, as well asevents such as a film party, danceparty or a free talk once a month.Everyone is welcome.

Chinese Students' Association(EUSCA)eucsamail@googlemail,comEUSCA welcomes everyone whois interested in Chinese culture.We helo to establish a mutualrelationship between Chinese andEnglish speaking siudents, areinvolved in a language partners'programme and, in co-operationwith a summer camp organisation,we help new Chinese studentssettle in Edinburgh. We alsoorganise debating events topromote the exchange of ideas.While the EUSCA has lots to otferacademically we also have lotsto offer when it comes to havingfun including weekly gatherings,celebrating festival days, and enjoydiscounts in several stores lrom oursponsors.

French Societyedinburghf [email protected] French Society creates anetwork of French enthusiasts,and celebrates everything Frenchwith film nights, meals, wine andcheese evenings, spoken languageevenings, and year abroad socialsthroughout the year.

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German Society'Deutsch MachtSpass'[email protected] German Society or'DeutschMacht Spass'is for anyone whohas an interest in German culture.We meet weekly to socialise, meetwith other German speakers ofevery level, and relax and have lunwhilst practicing a bit of Germanalong the way. We promote andexperience German culture bytravelling to Germany and enjoyingbeer at our annual Bierfest inFebruary. You don't need anyknowledge of German to join.

Hellenic [email protected] Hellenic Society providesa means of meeting Greekstudents and acts as forum forcommunication among Edinburgh'sGreeks and like-minded people.We help students to get in touchwith the Greek way oi life. Youdon't have to be Greek or speakthe language to join. We organisevarious events related to Greeceincluding our famous and loudGreek Nights (Greek music anddance).

Highland Society (An ComannCeilteach)gaell @sms.ed.ac.ukThe Highland Society organisemany events throughout the yearincluding nights out, weekendsaway and ceilldhs. Our largestceilidh is the Highland Annual: thelargest ceilidh in Edinburgh withthree floors of traditional music anddancing. We promote the culturalheritage of the highlands includingthe Gaelic language. Everyone iswelcome to join.

Hong Kong International [email protected] University Hong KongInternational Society provides ahome for Hong Kong and Chinesestudents. We believe that it isessential to engage in the localcommunity's culture in order to leada happy, healthy, and interestingstudent life. We helo Freshers and


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International Developmentsociety (EUID)[email protected] aims to enlighten membersof the issues facing developingcountries, and discuss the bestways to ease or solve theseproblems. We oifer somewherefor people, interested in the plightof the third world, to find out morethrough a variety of ways includingtalks by speakers, showinginformative documentaries orlilms, and by providing a relaxingforum for people to talk and airoprnrons. We do not campaign andtry not to be partisan; however, ifyou have strong ideological valuesthis is the place to learn more.

International Relations (lR)[email protected] Society is a society for allthose interested in the field oflnternational Relations. Wehave a wide range of eventsthroughout the year includingregular social events and guestspeakers. As well as the socialaspect, we are also closely linkedwith the University's Politics andInternational Relations departmentso can offer academic support toour members. Visit our website formore information atwww.edinburgh-irforum.co.uk.

lrish [email protected] is welcome to join thelrish Society for some good old"Oirish Craic!"

We represent students from bothsides of the border and of allpolitical and religious persuasions

Italian Postgraduate Society ofEdinburgh (IPSE)[email protected] aims to promote and fosterpostgraduate studying, and toengage those interested in thestudy of ltaly, the ltalian language,the literature, history and cultureof italophone communities, or thestudy ot the ltalian peninsula. Wehold conferences and workshops.as well as publish a peer reviewedjournal and maintain our website.

Japanese [email protected] Japanese Society aims tobring together everyone andanyone interested in JapaneseCulture. We meet weekly and holda Japanese themed event eachmonth.

Kazakhstan [email protected] (Kaza) UniversityKazakhstan Society is a studentorganisation established tounite all Kazakhstani studentsin Edinburgh. We provide asupportive environment for thosewho show interest in our culture.Everyone is welcome to join inwith our regular cultural eventsthroughout the year.

Korean [email protected] Korean Society (EUKS)provides support to students fromKorea, helping them adapt to anew life in Edinburgh by providingtraditional and cultural events,helping students know more aboutKorea and Korean culture, andhaving lun. Membership is opento all for information sharing andsocialising. For more information,visit our website [email protected].

Latin American Developmentand Cultural AppreciationSociety (LADCAS)[email protected] aims to promote social,economic and political interestin the rapidly developing andemerging region of Lalin America.We seek to create a betterunderstanding and appreciationof the main forces that shapethis region into one of the mostdiverse areas of the world. Weoffer members a unique andexciting chance to learn aboutLatin American markets and todiscover some of the incredibleopportunities they have to offer.

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Malayslan Student Association(EMSA)[email protected] is for all Malaysian studentsstaying in Edinburgh. We offerhelp and support to studenls inneed, and aim to make Edinburgha "home away from home". Manyevents are organised all year roundto lorge and strenglhen friendshipbetween members and betweenMalaysian societies in the UK. Werun evenls such as Freshers'meetand greet session, Hari Raya andChinese New Year celebrations,and badminton competitions.Joining EMSA is a great way toexpand your social circle, learnnew cultures, and stay connectedwith current atfairs back inMalaysia. All students, Malaysianor not, are welcome.

Mexicanos En [email protected] En Edimburgooromoles the Mexican cullure andidentity by organising Mexicannational festivities such asIndependence Day, The Day of theDead, Posadas and Pastorelas,etc. We also provide supportto the Mexicans in Edinburghby organising regular socialgatherings. .

Middle Eastern [email protected] University's MiddleEastern Society welcomesstudents to join and get involvedin an exciting year of MiddleEastern themed events and nightsout, regular lilm evenings andopportunities to meet, mingle,discuss and debate. We will behosting a number of exciting andreputable speakers portrayinga wide range of perspectives onMiddle Easlern life and culturethroughout the academic year.

Model Uniled Nations (EdMUN)[email protected] Edinburgh Model UnitedNations society embaaces andspreads lhe spirit ol the conceptof model United Nations by

enhancing students' understandingol the institutional and politicalin-workings of the United Nations(UN) organisation. Throughsimulated UN conterences andweekly meetings, students act asdelegates of member-state nationsdebating many issues presentedin the form of UN resolutions anddiscussed in a manner consistentwith the parliamentary procedureof the real UN. EdMUN really isn'tas formal as it sounds - it is a lot offun and a lot of laughs, so comealong and try it out.

Persian Society (EUPS)[email protected] promotes lranian culture byorganising events like Club Persiadisco nights, film nights, danceclasses, food events and oursuccessf ul annual ChaharshanveSouri Party. In 2009, we helpedorganise and fund an lraniancultural festival (www.ediranfest.

co.uk) which attracted lranianacts lrom the UK and around theworld including director SeyyedReza MirKarimi, comedian PatrickMonahan, and artist MaryamHashemi.

Polish [email protected] Polish Society aims toenhance the University experiencefor Poles. internationaland homestudents who all share an interestin Poland, Polish culture, cuisineor any olher aspect of Poland. Weplan excursions, film screenings,cooking events, weekly meetingsand many others.

Romanian [email protected] aim of the society is to informstudents about Bomanian lifeincluding its social, economic andpolitical background, promoting asculture to enrich and diversify theEdinburgh experience. We do thislhrough presentations, nationalcelebrations, samples of traditionalcuisine and giving out visual aids.

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and dinner outings. We warmlywelcome non-Singaporeanmembers who have an interesl inAsian culture, cuisine or wanl tomeet new people.

Slavlc and Baltic Countries(sBc)[email protected] Society is for anyone whois from or interested in Slavicand Baltic countries to meet-up,make good friends and settleinto university life. We organisethemed parlies, sightseeing trips,movie nights and sporting events.

South Aslan Socletyeusaal @sms.ed.ac.ukThe South Asian StudentsAssociation (SASA) bringtogether people from severalcountries and promote SouthAsia to the student community.We hold regular culturaleventsand lestive celebrations includingspicy cuisines and Bollywoodmovie nights.

Spanistr [email protected] the Spanish Society we aimto promote the different cultures,languages and fiestas of theregions that integrate Spain.Come along and get involved!

Swahlli [email protected] you've ever wantedlo learn an unusuallanguage, or want toimprove any existingknowledge of Swahili,come and join us.We meet weekly forinformalclasseswith emphasis onlearning tromeach other.

Taiwanese Students' [email protected] Taiwanese Students' Societvis a partnership between fiveuniversities in Edinburgh:Edinburgh University, NapierUniversity, Heriot-Watt University,Queen Margaret Universityand Edinburgh College of Art.We welcome students of allbackgrounds who are interestedin Taiwanese cullure.

Thai [email protected] Society aims to promoteThaicultures and its relatedissues, to foster friendshipamongst Thai members as wellas other nationalities, and to builda strong bond between currentmembers and the Universityalumni. To find out moreinJormation visit our website atwww.edinburghthaisoc.co.uk.

Vapati [email protected] along to see us at theSocieties' Fair or contact us tofind out more intormalion andjoin us.

Welsh [email protected] Welsh Society promotewelsh culture to all sludents ina fun and relaxed environment.Join us for fancy dress pubcrawls, plenty of Welsh cakeeating, lalks from guest speakers,and the opportunity to travelabroad and support our team inthe six nations! For a great waytosocialise and make new friends,come along to our tortnightlymeeltnos.

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EUSci [email protected] is for those who arepassionate about telling thewider world about the wonders ofscience. We produce of popularscience magazine three times ayear as well as organising scientificevents and producing a podcastMembers have the chance to getinvolved in writing, editing, design,art, photography, web design,event organisation and podcasting.

Fresh Air (Student Radio)manager@f reshair.org.ukWelcome to Fresh Air, Edinburgh'sstudent radio station. Webroadcast online year-round andhave a devoted global audiencevia iTunes, raking in over 25,000listeners a month. Anyone iswelcome;from music bulls orshameless pop fans to peoplewho just like to talk! lf music isyour thing, free tickets and CDsare available to review gigs andinterview bands or, if that's not foryou, you can join the news team,arts team, design posters, writereviews, work on the website,make jingles, or record your owncomedy or soap. The opportunitiesare endless! Visit our website atwww.freshair.org.uk.

Movie Production [email protected] Movie ProductionSociety is a film-making society.We cater ior writers. directors.producers, edilors, actors and anyother positions required to makea shortfilm or video. We makeas many films as possible, as wellas developing the potential ol anykeen film-makers. For moreinlormation. visit our websiteatwww.emps,tk

Nomad [email protected] magazine is a vibrant{orum for student journalismand creative writing.

We publish features and opinionpieces, poetry and prose, andexplore everything from politics totravel. We have opportunities foryou to get involved with writing,editing, photography, PR andadvertising. Check out our blogat nomadmagazineedinburgh.blogspot.com.

Student [email protected], Edinburgh University'saward-winning student newspaper,is read by an estimated 20,000loyal readers. lf you're interested inbreaking stories, writing features,reviewing music, Jilms, games orthe arts, taking photos, or design,get involved. Everyone is welcome,no matter how much experienceyou have.

The Edinburgh [email protected] Edinburgh Journal is a citynewspaper written, producedand published by students andgraduates, for the further andhigher education communityin Edinburgh. We provideopportunities for students, aimingto work in the media, to developtheir skills not only working on thepaper but by also offering practicaljournalism training and invitingguest speakers to run seminars.

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Airsoft [email protected] EU Airsoft Society (Airsoc)for the ultimate in outdoors fun. Ityou've ever played paintball andliked it, you'll love this. A game ofAirsoft involves usually two teamsusing replica tirearms to shootplastic rounds at each other and, inresponse to our frequently askedquestion, no - it doesn't hurt! Formore informalion, contact us andget involved.

Allotment and PermacultureSocietymichaeldudel [email protected] and PermacultureSociety is for anyone who has aninterest in growing food. We aimto: help students learn by creatingan 'outdoor classroom'for groupeducation and skills sharing;encourage recycling, composting,permaculture and the developmentot'closed-loop' systems within theUniversity and local community;and fosler and enhancebiodiversity through habitatconstruclion and conscientiousaction. We carry out all our actionsand aims in such a way that fulfilsthe aesthetic reouirements of theUniversity and its members.

Capoeira Societys0673041 @sms.ed.ac.ukCapoeira is a Brazilian martial artthat possesses a unique style,bringing together power andbeauty, and developing mentalbalance, physical conditioning, andself-de{ence skills. We run weeklvclasses for all levels.

Dirty Weekenders(Conservationists)[email protected] part of the Dirty WeekendsSociety involves lun and mud, allin the name of conservation (lotsoJ rhododendron bashing, ditching,path building, etc.), whilst eatingfantastic lunches and drinking tea.Our society provides a pertect way

to enjoy the green spaces aroundEdinburgh, a great chance to meetpeople, and feel good about takingpart in some worthwhile grafting!Both members and non-membersare welcome to take oart in ourweekly projects.

Duke of Edinburgh [email protected] Duke ol Edinburgh's Awardis a challenging programme ofaclivities that provides youngpeople with the opportunity tolearn new skills, help others,experience adventure, and gives agreat sense of achievement. Manyorganisations, employers anduniversities view the award highly.Please visit our website atwwweudea.org.uk tor moreinlormation.

Exmoor Pony Trekking [email protected] from city life andcome trekking in the stunningPentland Hills with the ExmoorPony Trekking Society. We runtreks every weekend during thesemester and have ponies tosuit all abilities from beginner toexperienced rider. For experiencedriders, who wantto get moreinvolved, we run a trek leaderscourse where you can learn moreabout the ponies, how to lead asa{e and enioyable trek, and basichuman and pony tirst aid.

Expedltlon [email protected] exploring lhe world? Join theExpedition Society to meet like-minded people, and learn how torun an expedition or get involved inone. We hold weekly social eventswhere you can meet people, listento talks of exciting expeditionsand trips people have taken, andlind out exciling places to go foryour next adventure. We also giveadvice on selting up expeditions,how to get lunding, and runtraining courses so you can be fullyprepared to explore the world.


Football Supporters [email protected] you're the sort of person wholoves playing, watching andtalking about football, the FootballSupporiers Association is lor you.We are hardy foolball fans, maleand female, from ditferenl clubsacross the world. Our two teamsplay in the University lntra-MuralLeague twice a week, have aweekly game ol 6-a-side, as wellas a regular kick-around, and oursocial scene includes trios to watchgames live and a weekly meet upin the pub to catch a game. Awaylrom lootball, we also organisepool lournaments, tenpin bowlingand Laser Quest.

Mystery Tour [email protected] Mystery Tour Society arrangetours to ditterent locations for thestudents of Edinburgh University,as well as providing support torclass trips and other group mysterytours. Join the adventure. banterand tun!

Officers Tralnlng Corps(cEUOrc)[email protected] exists to orovideenjoyable, stimulating andchallenging training loundergraduates at EdinburghUniversity, in order to communicatethe values, ethos and careeropportunities available withinthe British Army. Membershipis completely voluntary andwe orovide members withthe opportunity to developleadership skills and managementtechniques within a triendly andtun environment. As well aslearning about the army, you willlearn lhings about yourself anddealing with others which you willnot have imagined. Find out moreinformation at www.ceuotc.info-

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Tai Chi [email protected]'ai Chi Chuan is an art andsystem of movement based oninternal strength. lt is a healthyand relaxing exercise, a lorm ofself-defence, an aid to personaldevelopment, as well as anenjoyable activiiy. We practiceChen style, which is the oldestof the major styles known todayand the one from which all othersdescend. For more inlormation,visit our website atwww.taichi.eusa.ed.ac.uk.

Yoga [email protected] Yoga Society offer studentsthe opportunity to take part inclasses of many different yogastyles. We encourage the practiceof yoga, which is a fantastic wayto take the stress out of a busystudent lile, as well as improvingfitness and flexibility. We provideaccess to yoga workshops atweekends, in addition to weeklyclasses and social events.

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Debates [email protected] University DebatesUnion run workshoos to teachand coach the skills oJ debating.Competitions are a big part of whatwe do; we hold our own throughoutlhe year as well as travel to othercompetitions, where you canmeet people from all over theworld. We also organise regularsocials as well as special one-offevents at various limes of theyear. Beginners or experienceddebaters; everyone is welcome tocome along and give debating ago at any time during the year. Formore information, and see us inaction, come along to our publicevent, 'Sex Sells?', taking placeduring Freshers'Week.

Labour Students [email protected] Labour Studenls Club is apart of the student wing of theLabour Party. We are a democraticsocialist party that: engages in arange ot campaigns, both on andoff campus, including child poverty,anti-racism and top-up fees;debates the major political issuesof the day with senior Labourpoliticians; and participates in theLabour Party's national policy-making process which draws upthe Party's manifestos. As wellas this, lhe Labour Party put the'social'inlo socialism through avariety of diverse and originalsocial events.

Liberal [email protected] University LiberalDemocrats is a branch of LiberaYouth Scotland that is aifiliatedto the Scottish Liberal DemocratParty. We campaign actively forthe party and maintain close linkswith local Lib Dem politicians. Wealso aim to be active within LiberalYouth itself, seek to promoleLiberal Democrats within theUniversity, through inviting guestspeakers and by participating indebales as well as enjoying lots ofsocial events.

Scottish Nationalist Association(EUSNA)[email protected] exists to oromote Scotlishindeoendence both on and off-campus, and to campaign forstudents' rights. With the ScottishParliament only ten minutes walkaway and an sNP Government,we are in a privileged posilion toinfluence studenl politics here alEdinburgh and all over Scotland.We play a malor role in the SNP'Scampaigns, host and participatein debates and, after that, enioy afew drinks togethe.. This is a greatopportunity to make new triends,discuss issues and get involved instudent Dolitics.

Socialist [email protected] Edinburgh University SocialistSociety is a radical anti-capitalistforce on campus. We aim to uniteall socialists and general leflies oncampus, of all parties and none.We stand tor the replacementof the capitalist system with asocialist system, a more justsociety based on need ratherthan greed. We hold trequenldiscussion meetings, debates andfilm showings, as well as organisecampaigns on campus for freeeducation and for the rights ofworking studenls.

United Nations Youth andStudents AssociationEdinburgh [email protected] more information about whatwe are about and what we do, visnus at the Societies' Fair or contactus.

Young [email protected] are the Young Greens atEdinburgh University, a group olstudents who orefer to be activerather than sitting around watchingthe world's decline. We are anautonomous group with our ownexciting campaigns focusing ongreen issues, both environmentaland social. We have close linkswith the Scottish Green Partyhelping out at election time andoften hosting talks from GreenMSPs or other party members.We are keen to learn so invitesoeakers, from outside or withinour own circle, to meet and discusspressing topics, from which weprepare and run campaigns.

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Aberdeen FC Supporters Glub(EU)/ [email protected] Society/ beersoc@ googlemail.comCeltic Supporters Club (CSC)/ s0996851 @sms.ed.ac.ukChocsoc/ s06741 [email protected] Society/ [email protected] Dine With Me Society/ [email protected] Trade Caf6/ f [email protected] FC Supporters ClubSociety/ [email protected] GastronomicSociety/ [email protected]

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12 Vegetarian Society/ [email protected]

13 Water of Life/[email protected]

13 Wine Society/ [email protected]

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/ [email protected] Amnesty International

/ [email protected] Anarchist Society

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15 Students Against War/ [email protected]

16 Students for Justice in Palestine/ [email protected]

16 TibetSociety/ [email protected]

16 Trade Union Society/ [email protected]

16 UN|CEFonCampus/ unicef [email protected]

18 Access Edinburgh/ [email protected]

18 Animal Crisis/ [email protected]

18 Anti-Malarial Outreach Program/ [email protected]

18 Arts for Well Being: Children ofthe Balkans/ president.awcb.ed@ googlemail.com

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18 Edinburgh Basic Life SupportSociety/ [email protected]

18 Edinburgh Exchange SupportSociety/ [email protected]

19 Edinburgh Global Partnerships 21/ [email protected]

19 Edinburgh LanguageAmbassadors/ [email protected]

19 Feminist Society/ [email protected]

19 First Aid Africa/ eusa@f irstaidalrica.com

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20 Hitch/ edinburghhitch20l [email protected]

20 Life Society/ edlif [email protected]

20 Marrow Society/ [email protected]

20 Mary's Meals EdinburghUniversity/ [email protected]

20 Meadows Half Marathon/ [email protected]

20 MedslN-uK/ [email protected]

20 Nightline/ [email protected]

20 PatientOutreach Proiect(POP)/ [email protected]

21 Postgrad Society/ [email protected]

21 Read International Edinburgh/ [email protected]

21 Savethe Children Sociely/ [email protected]

21 SCROLL (Scottish RomanianLanguage Link)/ [email protected]

21 Sign Society/ [email protected]

Edinburgh/ [email protected] Action tor Autism (SAFA)/ [email protected] Cancer Fund/ studentcancerf [email protected] Club of AmericanVeterinary Medical Association/ [email protected] Community Action/ scagl @sms.ed.ac.ukStudents Supporting StreetKids (SSSK)/ [email protected]

21 Teddy Bear Hospital/ [email protected]

22 Tenteleni Edinburgh/ [email protected]

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24 Confucianism Study Society/ [email protected]

24 create society/ [email protected]

24 FashionandTextilesSociety(FAT) 28/ [email protected]

24 Film society (EUFS)/ [email protected]

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30 ficlinbirrgh tsr'itht Futures/ yourebf @googlemail.com

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31 FreshSigirr/ ed.management@f reshsight.org

31 lnnfivaiire Consuiiiirg lJniversitycf EdinburEh i iCUEi/[email protected]

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33 BuddhistSociety/ [email protected]

33 Catholic Students' Union/ [email protected]

33 Christian Union (EUCU)/ [email protected]

33 Humanist Society (HS)/ [email protected]

33 lslamic Society 0SOCED)/ [email protected]

33 Jewish Societyi [email protected]

33 OrthodoxChristianstudentSociety/ [email protected]

33 PollockChineseChristianFellowship (PCCF)i [email protected]

34 Quakersociety/ *81 2427 @ sms.ed.ac. u kVedic Society (EUVS)/ [email protected]

35 Bridge Club/ [email protected]

35 Chessclub/ [email protected]

35 FAQ: Cardand BoardGamesSociety/ [email protected]

35 Foosoc-TableFootball/ [email protected]

35 GameSoc/ [email protected]

35 GEAS (Roleplaying)/ [email protected]

35 PokerSociety/ [email protected]

35 Rubik'sCubesociety/[email protected]

35 ScienceFiction&Fantasy/ [email protected]

35 Wargames Society/ [email protected]

37 African and Caribbean Society/ [email protected]

37 Bruneian Edinburgh Society/ [email protected]

37 Bulgarian Society/ [email protected]

37 ChineseStudents&ScholarsAssociation (ECSSA)/ [email protected]

37 Chinese Students' Association(EUScA)/ [email protected]

37 FrenchSociety/ edinburghf [email protected]

37 German Society'Deutsch MachtSpass'/ [email protected]

37 Hellenicsociety/ [email protected]

37 Highland Society (An ComannCeilteach)/ gaell @sms.ed.ac.uk

37 Hong Kong International Society/ [email protected]

38 International DevelopmenfSociety (EUID)/ [email protected]

38 International Relations (lR) Society/ [email protected]

38 lrish Society/ [email protected]

38 ltalian Postgraduate Society ofEdinburgh (IPSE)/ [email protected]

38 Japanesesociety/ [email protected]

38 Kazakhstansociety/ [email protected]

38 Koreansociety/ [email protected]

38 Latin American Development andCultural Appreciation Society(LADCAS)/ [email protected]

39 Malaysian Student Association/ [email protected]

39 Mexicanos En Edimburgo/ [email protected]

39 Middle Eastern Society/ [email protected]

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39 Romanian Society/ [email protected]

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39 Saudi Society (EUSS)/ [email protected]

39 ScandinavianSociety/ [email protected]

39 SingaporeStudents/ [email protected]

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/ [email protected] Swahi l i Club

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Duke of Edinburgh Award/ [email protected] Pony Trekking Section/ [email protected] Society/ [email protected] Supporters Association/ [email protected] Tour Society/ [email protected] Training Corps (CEUTOC)/ [email protected] Society (EUPS)/ [email protected] Society/ [email protected] Scout and GuideOrganisation (EUSSAEO)/ [email protected] Chi Society/ [email protected] Society/ [email protected]

E@lConservative & UnionistAssociation (EUCUA)/ [email protected] Committee/ [email protected] Studenis Club/ [email protected] Democrats/ [email protected] Nationalist Association(eusna)/ [email protected] Society/ [email protected] Nations Youth andStudents Association EdinburghUniversity/ [email protected] Greens/ edinburgh.young.greens@gmailcom

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