Clubs and Societies
With 350+ clubs and societies, there’s something for everyone at Leeds University Union!
Voted No.1 in the UK for clubs and societies by StudentCrowd for the second year running, you can find your people, try something new and get involved.
From Aviation and Anime to Surfing and Rugby, be part of it!
Find the Club or Society for you!
Find Your Fit
Not sure which club or society is right for you?
Browse our online listings to explore 350+ groups, or try our Find Your Fit tool. It’s a 60-second quiz that recommends clubs and societies based on your interests, time and budget, including some unexpected gems.
Give It A Go
Want to try something new without committing to a membership?
Give It A Go runs every semester, with student-led taster sessions that let you try out different clubs and societies, meet new people and find your fit.
Start Your Own
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Create it!
If you have an idea for a society, check out how to set up your own society.
And remember, clubs and societies aren’t just for first years. Whatever your year or level of study, you can get involved all year round.
Found the one for you?
No.1 Student Union for Clubs and Societies in the UK!
As voted for in the StudentCrowd awards!
LUU has been ranked the 3rd best students’ union in the UK, as well as 1st for clubs and societies – something we’re very proud of.
This success follows our recent win at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards, where we were crowned 4th best students’ union in the UK (continuing our run of ranking top 5!) – so it’s fair to say it’s been a great year for Leeds University Union.
Who represents YOU?
The Activities Executive is made up of 13 elected students, voted in each year to represent LUU’s 350+ Clubs and Societies and their members.
Supported by the Activities and Opportunities Officer, the Activities Exec makes sure students’ views and interests are heard by decision makers across the Union and University, helping shape a better experience for everyone involved in clubs and societies.
Anyone in a club or society can nominate themselves. It’s a chance to make a real difference, develop your skills and meet new people, with all the training you need provided.
Fancy getting involved? Take a look at this year’s team and keep an eye on our page for updates on the 2026 elections.
Faith Kankunda
"Volunteering creates opportunities for people to give back, uplift others, and build stronger, kinder communities.'"
In her role, Faith is eager to coordinate activities and bring different people together around shared causes.
Email: F.Kankunda@luu.ac.uk
Florence Hickey
"I love the community at Leeds around sports, and I want to give back."
In her role, Florence is eager to get involved in key decisions- with a particular focus on women's and lesser known sports, as she believes that they all deserve opportunities to thrive.
Email: F.Hickey@luu.ac.uk
Oliver (Oly) Woolsey
"I love how Outdoor societies get people out of the uni campus to explore other areas."
In his role, Oly wants to ensure that there is a solid link between the societies and the union.
Email: O.Woolsey@luu.ac.uk
Mohammad Tasfiq-Jawaad
"Academic societies add colourful sparkles to our university life, and that's what is special to me."
In his role, Mohammad is eager to bring societies together, collaborate, and introduce a new yearly Academic event.
Email: M.TasfiqJawaad@luu.ac.uk
Norman Kahumuza
"My faith has been a key part of my life at uni, and I would like to see others experience the same community and support as I did."
In his role, Norman is eager to lead more interactions with LUU, leaders, and societies.
Email: N.Kahamuza@luu.ac.uk
Zaina Abdelmagied
"Culture shapes us into the people we become, builds communities, and brings people together."
In her role, Zaina wants to be the voice for different societies and people, build bridges, and polish the community at the University of Leeds.
Email: Z.Abdelmagied@luu.ac.uk
Heather Waring
"I love the weird and wonderful interests of the General Interest Societies, as someone who doesn't really get up to much sports, it really speaks to me!"
In her role, Heather wants to run inclusive events, and provide support for committee's both financially, and through general wellbeing.
Email: H.Waring@luu.ac.uk
Millie Falconer
"The inter-connectedness of the M&P societies is the most special part! So many collaborations between societies and cross-overs of members!"
In her role, Millie is eager to represented the voices of all M&P societies, foster more collaborations, and create fundraising opportunities.
Email: M.Falconer@luu.ac.uk
Amelia Jordan
"The sense of community is so special. Coming together for competitions and shows creates such a supportive and encouraging environment."
In her role, Amelia is excited for all of the events, such as Intercomp, the LUU Dance Show, and Dance Ball. As well as working with other societies to bring these to life.
Email: A.Jordan@luu.ac.uk
Jacob Murphy-Gray
"Martial Arts is a really respectful and inclusive community."
In his role, Jacob is looking forward to competitions, as these are significant motivators to bring clubs closer together, and attract new participants.
Email: J.MurphyGray@luu.ac.uk
Vaibhavi Shekar
"Welfare societies play an important role in creating safe spaces for students within the university."
In her role, Vaibhavi is looking forward to seeing all of the submissions that they well receive from societies for The Riley Awards!
Email: V.Shekar@luu.group
Lucy Hart
"Standing up for what is right, and empowering students to be leaders for change is important to me!"
In her role, Lucy is eager to get to know all the society leaders, and empower them to lead campaigns that will lead to positive change.
Email: L.Hart@luu.group
Sidney Giran-Carter
"My favourite thing about the Media societies is their creativity."
Is his role, Sidney is eager to create more structure and collaboration.
Email: S.GiranCarter@luu.ac.uk
