King's College London Students' Union (KCLSU) was very busy over the summer improving facilities at both Guy's and the Strand campuses. More than £340,000 has been invested in various improvements, resulting in a new Student Support Centre and facelifts for both Guy's Bar and Tutu's.
The new Student Support Centre, located in the Spit at Boland House, is a dedicated hub for KCLSU student activities - where students can access information on clubs, societies, campaigning and volunteering.
Newly created office space means frontline KCLSU staff are now easier to access and student group leaders have a resource area to organise their activities. For the first time the Academic Advice service also has its own suite with an area for confidential discussions. The centre, built as part of KCLSU's continuing commitment to improving its services to students, was officially opened by the Principal, Professor Rick Trainor, and Simon Hughes, Liberal Democrat MP for Southwark North & Bermondsey, on 13 September. Adam Farley, President KCLSU, said: 'The facility will enrich the student experience and the Union is committed to supporting students.'
The refurbishment of Guy's Bar was planned following a series of focus groups held with Guy's students, ensuring their needs were met with changes to the menu and opening hours. Already a hit with both new and returning students, the redecoration of the bar has stayed true to the strong heritage of Guy's Campus and made innovative use of the Guy's Shield in some attractive wallpaper.
Not to be outdone, Tutu's, KCLSU's nightclub in the Macadam Building, was also redecorated during the summer break, with improvements made to the seating, lighting, bar and stage area.
A generous donation from the Annual Fund enabled a new PA system to be installed, considerably improving the sound quality for both club nights and live gigs.
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