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Societies

Do what you love. Discover a new passion. Or just get together with your coursemates. Whatever you’re into, there’s a club for it here. And if there isn't, we’ll help you make one.
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Find a society

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.

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Society Committee Elections

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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 2023/24

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

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Social Society of the Year

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Women in Construction Society

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

Education Society - Pub drop-in (Members only)
22nd November
The Graduate, Surrey St, Sheffield City Centre, S1 2LH, Sheffield
Join us for food, drinks and games.
Paramedic Society - November Hike in the Peaks
23rd November
Peak District, Sheffield
A great social hike in the Peaks on a lovely Saturday, followed by a well-earned lunch and a couple of drinks!
Dance Society - Looking at Varsity
25th November
The Lords School of Dance, sheffield
Education Society - Quiz & Bingo Night
25th November
Owen-1025- Level 10 (City), Sheffield
Join us for our popular quiz and bingo night.
Dance Society - Strengthening and Flexibility
26th November
Hype Dance , sheffield
LGBTQ+ Society - Board Game Social
26th November
Grappa Sheffield, Sheffield
LGBTQ Boardgame Social
Dance Society - Jazz Class
26th November
Hype Dance , sheffield
SHU FilmSoc Presents: The Wizard of Oz! (in collaboration with Reading Society)
26th November
The Void, Owen Building Level 1, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of The Wizard of Oz!
Economics Society - Bowling Sober Social
27th November
Tenpin Bowling, Sheffield
2 games of bowling to determine the ultimate economics bowler. Completely free, and paid for by the society
Psychology Society - Pottery Painting Social
27th November
Fired Arts, Sheffield
Come paint with the PyschSoc
Dance Society - Street and Hip Hop
28th November
Hype Dance , sheffield
Dance Society - Tap Freestyle Session
28th November
Hallam Students Union, Sheffield
SHU FilmSoc Presents: 5 Broken Cameras!
28th November
The Void, Owen Building Level 1, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of 5 Broken Cameras!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
28th November
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
Theatre Society - Christmas Meal at Pieminister
28th-29th November
Pieminister, Sheffield
Afro Caribbean Society - Movie Night
29th November
Devonshire Courtyard, Sheffield
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
1st December
Adsett 6620, Adsett Centre, Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
Rounders X Fans Society - Charity Quiz
1st December
SHU FilmSoc Presents: Christmas Quiz Night!
2nd December
Grappa, 266 Glossop Rd, Broomhall, Sheffield S10 2HS, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a film Quiz Night with a Christmas twist!
LGBTQ+ Society - Talent Showcase
3rd December
Hallam Students' Union, Sheffield
LGBTQ SOCIETY CHARITY TALENT SHOWCASE
SHU FilmSoc Presents: Bound!
3rd December
The Void, Owen Building Level 1, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of Bound!
Psychology Society - Winter Formal
3rd December
Revolution Sheffield, Sheffield
A black tie evening formal with a three-course meal and a welcome drink
SHU FilmSoc Presents: Arthur Christmas!
5th December
The Void, Owen Building Level 1, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of Arthur Christmas!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
5th December
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
8th December
Adsett 6620, Adsett Centre, Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
LGBTQ+ Society - Board Game Social
10th December
Grappa Sheffield, Sheffield
LGBTQ Boardgame Social
SHU FilmSoc Presents: Misery!
10th December
The Void, Owen Building Level 1, Sheffield
Join Film Society for a screening of Misery!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
12th December
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
Physiotherapy Society Christmas Party
13th December
Mr Wilson's 99-109 West Street S1 4EQ, Sheffield
SHSU Physiotherapy Society Christmas Party
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
15th December
Adsett 6620, Adsett Centre, Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
19th December
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
22nd December
The Scout Building, 60-68 Trippet Lane, Sheffield S1 4EL, Sheffield, S1 4EL
First Love Society - Sunday Fellowship Meeting
29th December
The Scout Building, 60-68 Trippet Lane, Sheffield S1 4EL, Sheffield, S1 4EL
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
2nd January
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
9th January
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
16th January
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
23rd January
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
30th January
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
6th February
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
13th February
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
20th February
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
27th February
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
Dance Society - London MOVE IT Trip Deposit
6th-7th March
London,
Dance Society - London MOVE IT Trip Final Payment
6th-7th March
London,
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
6th March
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
13th March
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
20th March
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
27th March
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
3rd April
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
10th April
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
17th April
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
24th April
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
1st May
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
8th May
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
15th May
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
22nd May
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!
LGBTQ+ Society - Fruity Thursday
29th May
Maggie May's, Sheffield
Our weekly LGBTQ social!

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.