Discover Hallam societies

Do what you love with like-minded students. Step out your comfort zone and discover a new passion. Or get together with coursemates and unwind from studying.

Social societies Academic societies

Society Committee Elections 2025

Voting closed on 10 April. The results are now in.

Meet your new committee

How to sign up

  1. Buy society membership

    Buy a membership to your chosen societies via their individual society pages. Even if they're free, you'll still need to buy a membership.

  2. Wait for further info

    The society will get in touch with information on their next meet-up.

Adopt a society

Adopt a once loved society. With a little TLC they'll be back to former glory.

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Start a society

Not vibing with any societies? Start your own (we'll even help!). All you need is a great idea.

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Societies of the year 2024/25

All our societies are great. But some really smashed it this year.

Artistic Allies

Social Society of the Year

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Women in Science

Academic Society of the Year

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Committee Portal

Portal

The Committee Portal is home to all the resources you'll need as a society committee member. Do yourself a favour and save it to your favourites (you'll thank us later).

Society events

LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Freshers
18th September
Maggie Mays, Sheffield
An LGBTQ+ Night out with Drag Queen Karaoke and gay fun!
Casual Walking Society - Freshers Hangover Walk
21st September
Weston Park
Beat your hangover by coming with us on a walk around Weston park!! Join us on a lovely stroll through one of Sheffield's best city parks. Whether you're a fresher or returner, meet new people from Hallam on this casual walk.
Casual Walking Society - Freshers Hangover Walk
21st September
Weston Park, Sheffield
Beat your hangover by coming with us on a walk around Weston park!! Join us on a lovely stroll through one of Sheffield's best city parks. Whether you're a fresher or returner, meet new people from Hallam on this casual walk.
Dance Society taster session - Commercial, Heels & Tap
22nd September
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
HSU Theatre Society taster session
22nd September
Hallam - City Campus (Owen), Sheffield
Come have a taste of what to expect in the Theatre Society!!!!
Dance Society taster session - Contemporary & Lyrical
22nd September
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
Dance Society taster session - Ballet
22nd September
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
Hallam Burlesque Society taster session
23rd September
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
Introduction to the art of burlesque. Glove removal class and beginner friendly choreography.
Yoga and Pilates Society taster session
23rd September
Owen Building, 1033 - Level 10, Sheffield
Yoga Class GIAG
Dance Society taster session - Strengthening & Flexibility
23rd September
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
Dance Society taster session - Jazz
23rd September
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
First Love Society - Games Night
24th September - 3rd October
Various student accommodations, Sheffield
HSU Theatre Society - Welcome Mixer
24th September
Panenka, Sheffield
Meet and mingle with new and returning members of the society at this fun activity filled mixer
Reading Society - Welcome Meeting
24th September
Room 1031, Owen Building,
Afro Caribbean Society (ACS) - Meet 'n' Greet
24th September
The Common Room, Sheffield
Join us for the Afro-Caribbean Meet & Greet, an inclusive event celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and vibes of the Afro-Caribbean community.
Radiography Society taster session
25th September
Heart Of Campus HC0.29, Collegiate Campus
Join us for snacks and socialising
Women in Science Society taster session
25th September
Owen 1031 (level 10),
HSU Orchestra Society taster session
25th September
Room 1025, Level 10, Owen Building, City Campus, Sheffield
Join us in Owen 1025 for our taster session! All abilities are welcome, and we accept any standard of brass, woodwind, percussion and string players. We look forward to seeing you there!
Psychology Society - White Lies Social
25th September
Panenka, Sheffield
Join us for our first social of the year….. white lies!
Dance Society taster session - Hip Hop & Street
26th September
Hype Dance Company, Sheffield
Fellwalking & Mountaineering Society (FMC) taster session - Saturday Hike
27th September
Sheffield Train Ticket, Sheffield
Join us on Saturday 27th for our first FMC Give It A Go Hike!
Fellwalking & Mountaineering Society (FMC) taster session - Sunday Hike
28th September
Sheffield Train Station, Sheffield
Join us on Sunday 28th for our first FMC Give It A Go Hike!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
28th September
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
Nursing Society taster session
30th September
Hallam - Collegiate Campus (Heart of the Campus), Sheffield
Join us for our Nursing Society Taster Session! Bring your lunch, meet the committee, and hear about our plans for the year. A relaxed chance to connect, ask questions, and get a taste of what the society is all about!
Filmmaking Society taster session
1st October
Harmer 2401, Sheffield
Give Filmmaking Society a go with a short film screening and the reveal of this year's documentary project.
Cyber and Forensics Society taster session - Lock Picking
2nd October
Cantor 9303,
Our taster session for the society - time to see if you can beat the locks!
Postgraduate Taster Event
3rd October
Owen Building - 1032 - Level 10, City Campus
Postgraduate Society Taster Event
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
5th October
Kelham Studio, 11b Clarence Works, Leveson Street, Sheffield, S4 7ER
First Love Society - Freshers Sunday Meeting
12th October
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
19th October
Park Community Action Centre, Samson St, Sheffield S2 5QT, Sheffield

Frequently asked questions

What is a society?

At Hallam, a society is a group of students that share a similar passion, interest, or hobby. Societies provide a chance to meet other students who are similar to you, and take part in the things you love. Joining a society is also the perfect chance to try something new!

Where can I find a list of all societies?

You can view all our social societies and academic societies online. When you find a society that you're interested in, click on the society's logo to see more information about them, including their contact details, links to their social media channels, and joining information.

How do I join a society?

To join a society, simply login to our website with your Hallam login. Go to the society's webpage and choose which society membership you wish to purchase. Add the membership to your basket. Click through to the checkout, where you can pay any membership fee and fill in your details. Even if the society doesn't charge a fee, you still need to 'purchase' a membership through the website - you just won't have to pay any money.

I joined a society but haven't heard from them

You should contact the society to find out when they will next be meeting. Each society should have contact details on their webpage.

I have concerns about how a society is being run

If you have any concerns about one of our societies, please contact us as soon as possible at activitiesadmin@shu.ac.uk.

I can't find the right society for me

Why not set up your own society?! All you need is a great idea and 10 interested students. If you have any questions, just contact us at activitiesadmin@shu.ac.uk.