Edinburgh University Sports Union
Representation, BUSA Reserve, Equipment etc) Chaired by the Publicity Officer. Three Ordinary Members, Hon.Its Members are defined as: (1) matriculated students of the University, (2) non-matriculated students enrolled for one or more classes at the University. (3) Edinburgh University Graduates (and spouses), Edinburgh University staff (and spouses) and spouses of those persons included in paragraph 3.1(1) and (2). (4) others who have paid the University User charges for the current academic year and had their request for membership approved by the Executive Committee of E.U.S.U. The University of Edinburgh was ranked 5th in the British Universities Sports Association rankings in 2008/09, 2007/08 and 2005/06 and 4th in 2006/07. Edinburgh University Sports Union is run by an elected Executive Committee comprising 10 students, the Director of the CSE and 2 Senior Advisors. Secretary, Vice President, Director of the CSE, three graduate Members.
New facilities are planned and under construction including a new Archery range, an expansion of the Pleasance Sports Centre and a 3G Astroturf pitch at Peffermill. . In July 2007, Peffermill staged the 2007 European Under 18 Hockey Championships, yet again underlining its place as a world class hockey venue.
Peffermill is a 27-acre (110,000 m2) site close to the University with two floodlit synthetic pitches as well as grass Football, Rugby, Lacrosse, Shinty and Cricket pitches. At this AGM as well as reports from the President, Hon.
Treasurer and Vice President the election of the Executive Committee is held. The Executive Committee is the body that runs the Sports Union. It is held in the last semester of the university year.
Treasurer. Already the biggest in Scotland - the EUSU Intra-Mural programme is constantly growing in size and variety; a testament to its success.
The pool is also used for research, lifeguard training and water sports such as Water Polo, Canoe, Life Saving, Triathlon or Swimming. EUSU has the broadest imaginable array of sports, with 67 different Clubs, all run for students, by students. Below are links to each Club s own website, where you ll be able to find all the Club s details - activities, training times and locations, as well as contact details for the Club s Officials if you have a question or would like to become a member. If you can t spot what you re looking for, or want to start up a new club, don t hesitate to contact the Sports Union Office, and we ll provide you with all the details you need. EUSU recognises that sport is increasingly a vital part of the university experience for people and that having information on clubs is vital for making that choice to ensure you have the best possible time at university. President, Hon.
Secretary, Two Intra-Mural Co-ordinators, plus Director of the CSE in attendance. Flexible composition.
At the 2nd meeting positions on the Blues and Colours Committee are elected. Chaired by the Hon. Registration forms are available at the Sports Union office. All . EUSU, along with the Centre for Sport and Exercise, is investing in the development of the University s sporting scene.
Secretary, Publicity Officer, Sponsorship Officer, Alumni Officer and 2 Intramural Co-ordinators. For all matters pertaining to Intra-Mural Sport. List Of Committees For a full list, check the Alumni Association s website Edinburgh University is fortunate to have top class facilities. The CSE Pleasance boasts a large sports hall, 4 glass backed squash courts, 2 hard backed squash courts, 2 weight training gyms, a free weights room, a circuit training gym, a combat salle, a rifle range, an archery range, a boxing gym, three multi purpose rooms and a top class fitness assessment and sports injuries clinic, FASIC. In addition, the CSE runs the Peffermill Playing Fields and the Firbush Point Centre at Loch Tay in Perthshire.
So dig out those trainers, polish your banter, find a good team name (recent gems include Yer Maw , FC Beercelona , Arthur s Feet and so on) and get involved! If your ego can take losing a football match by more than ten goals (trust the writer - this is sadly possible), your stamina can take getting up at 7am on Sunday to cross Edinburgh (this doesn t happen very often - honest!), your guts can take the post match celebrations and most importantly you enjoy having fun, then this programme is for you! Football (Men s and Women s), Basketball, Cricket (summer term), Hockey, Netball, Rugby and Squash are all up for grabs, and fixtures are played weekly. This Committee can act as a Court of Appeal for those Clubs disputing finance and policy decisions. At the first general meeting of the year positions are elected on 2 of the 3 sub committees of EUSU, the Finance Committee and the Publicity Committee.
Treasurer, Vice President, Vice President Intramural, Hon. Peffermill also hosts the national Hockey Academy. Firbush is the Universities outdoor centre offering superb facilities and courses throughout the year in Sailing, Hillwalking, Mountaineering, Windsurfing, Canoeing and First Aid. To find the facilities please use this map: The main indoor facility which comprises: The University of Edinburgh s Peffermill Playing Fields boasts some of the finest sports facilities in Scotland.
Generous on site parking is available for 160 cars and six coaches. The facilities at Peffermill are open to all, from the casual user to the international athlete with users from a variety of sectors including the University community, local clubs, corporate organisations, schools and national governing bodies of sport. In recent years the quality of Peffermill s facilities has hosted international hockey events including a World Cup Qualifying tournament, the Millennium Youth Games, British University Games, European Women s Cup Winners Cup, both Adidas and Coca Cola Festivals of Football; international student rugby matches, international softball and lacrosse festivals, numerous domestic school sports and Club and corporate competitions. Meets to discuss and implement the effective Publicity and Marketing of the Sports Union. Chaired by the President.
Although it s all about having fun and participating , there are league tables (and bragging rights) at stake, so be sure to avoid mid table mediocrity or relegation dogfights! Get stuck in with a bunch of mates, but be quick, the leagues are very quickly fully subscribed. Edinburgh University Sports Union (E.U.S.U.) is the representative body of the 55 Full and 12 Associate Member Sports Clubs and its Members.
In 2010, it will host the 2010 World Universities Hockey Championships. In addition to sporting events our Laurie Liddell Clubhouse has hosted meetings, seminars and courses in medicine, sport and business. Located on Holyrood Road, just 250 metres from the Pleasance, is the superb 25 metre six lane pool, which provides a great environment for all levels of swimming, from recreational to elite. Three changing pavilions provide ample facilities to support over a dozen grass pitches for football, rugby, and lacrosse as well as cricket, tennis and golf provision.
Approves the Sports Union budget and administers all Sports Union funds (e.g. Chaired by a Sabbatical President with 9 other student members filling the roles of Hon.
Meets to discuss and approve or otherwise applications for Blues, Half Blues and Colours. Chaired by the VPIM. Located only 4 km from the city centre and benefited recently from a £3.5m refurbishment to incorporate the National Hockey Academy, this magnificent 2.7 hectare site offers a hugely impressive array of training and competition facilities for everyone to enjoy.
Each of these roles is responsible for ensuring different parts of the EUSU runs correctly. Attended by at least one member of each Sports Union Member Club - 1 vote per Club and per Exec. Secretary plus the Senior Treasurer and a representative from the CSE in attendance.
This Committee meets to ratify Policy and Finance decisions and to act as a medium through which information can pass to the Clubs from the Sports Union and vice versa. Peffermill comprises two internationally accredited water based artificial pitches, with surrounding floodlighting and a synthetic training track.
The elections for the Executive Committee are held at the AGM which is held in the third or exam semester of the University year. The Executive Committee is also supported by a permanent staff which is composed of a Senior Treasurer, a Bookkeeper, a Secretary and, appointed in September 2007, a Sport Development Officer. Finally, there is an Honorary President and 10 Honorary Vice Presidents. EUSU is guided by a constitution, a copy of which can be found here: The Annual General Meeting of Edinburgh University Sports Union must be attended by 2 members of each member club and any other members who wish to attend. Member Meets several times per semester.
It is chaired by an elected Sabbatical President. So the Prospective Students section of the website was created at: Edinburgh University sports teams compete in the BUSA EUSU has a strong Intramural sports tradition with variety, competition and friendly social play all available. If you like sport but don t reckon you re the new Pelé or Flintoff; if you like sport but don t reckon you could run a marathon; if you like sport but hate being bossed about by your coach, then join up for Intra Mural sport this year. Everyone s heard the old adage it s not the winning, it s the taking part that counts - and nothing could more perfectly summarise the Intra-Mural sports programme. Sport at Edinburgh isn t just about winning - it s also about students enjoying sport in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Eight Ordinary Members, President, VPIM, Hon.
