Although this is one university and it has a common set of aims and objectives there are two independent groups of students. Lincoln-based students and Hull-based students. They each have representation as part of the students' union and their own clubs, societies, events and activities. This does mean that talent is split up though. There are 50 miles and about an hour's travel between the two sites so independence is pretty much a neccessity. Each of the sites is treated independently here and, if applying, you should be sure of where you will be based.
In addition the university is a cooperative and so wholly owned by the students. This does seem to help, pushing up participation rates and creating a reponsible management structure. The university as a whole has chosen to promote itself on all counts rather than just selling a particular course or aspect. This means that social concerns are foremost and this has fed into good facilities now and great ones on the way.
Lincoln
The Delph is the main students' union bar, for the moment, located in the new sports centre. It's centrally located and hosts all the late night events including DJ nights, but doesn't really turn into a nightclub. When the new SU arrives The Delph may stay as a bar or will most likely become a beauty parlour! Seriously. The uni's constant consultation process responds to student demands and the students demanded a beauty parlour. All in all, the Union's facilities are lacking and the bar is expensive for what it is.
Hull
There is a recently refurbished Union Bar in the White Horse nearby which is lively in the evenings and draws a good crowd. Music policy is varied throughout the week and there are live acts every so often.
Students also use the excellent University of Hull facilities.
The Loft is situated above the main bar and provides a more chilled environment. Food is varied and good and there are healthy and unhealthy options available.
