Harper Veggies & Vegans Society

We are Harper Veggies and Vegans (Veg Soc), we provide a welcoming and non-judgemental space for students to come together and socialise with like-minded people, as well as providing opportunities for our members to go on trips, outreach work and more. We meet on a weekly basis on campus, with trips and socials to be planned for once a month outside of exam season. 

As a new society we are always open to new members and ideas, and are keen to break down stereotypes whilst also having a laugh and enjoying some tasty vegan cake. We take member privacy very seriously, and any outreach and volunteering work undertaken will always be optional. 

You should join Veg Soc because it’s a great way to meet and socialise with veggies and vegans from all different courses, as well as getting to go on club trips to sanctuaries and rescue centres. This term Veg Soc will be collaborating with other clubs on campus projects, working together towards the aim of creating a diverse and welcoming Harper to be proud of. At £5 a year Veg Soc is also a real bargain, and any trips that require extra member contribution are always voluntary. 

Veg Soc Execs 

• Chairwoman: Bea Kerry, second year Zoology and Entomology student – Bea looks after the day to day operation of the club, and is the first port of call if you have any questions or concerns
• Secretary: Emma Phelan, - Emma organises and runs all our meetups including social events, and is the face behind all our social media
• Treasurer: Thomas Bell, - Thomas holds the club purse strings, making sure we have the funding for all our great trips whilst also ensuring we don’t splash too much cash. 

Contact
If you want to get in touch, either email us at harpervegsoc@gmail.com, through our Instagram (@harpervegsoc) or our Facebook page (Harper Adams Veggie and Vegan Society) 

Rules 

1. We are a pretty relaxed society, but we do have some rules to ensure everyone can enjoy themselves. 
2. We have a zero-tolerance policy on any kind of bullying or discrimination. Any member found to be bullying or harassing other members will be subject to ejection from the club by the execs, and may also be subject to further disciplinary action by the University as deemed necessary.  
3. Member privacy is key, so never share the names or contact details for any fellow members without their prior consent (excluding execs, who’s information can be found on the SU page if needed).
4. If you have a problem with a fellow member, talk to your exec team about it. We are here to help, and leaving problems to stew will create a bad atmosphere. 
5. If you are having problems with any other students because of your participation in Veg Soc, contact the chair Bea Kerry immediately. Any complaints will be dealt with in strict confidence and can be kept anonymous if necessary.
6. Any trips or events, including university outreach, is completely voluntary. No one should ever be pressured into participating, and if you are being pressured please contact a member of the exec team. 
7. This society is for like-minded people to come together to socialise and have fun, not to cause trouble or stir up unrest within the university. If any member of the society is intentionally causing trouble within the society or in the name of Veg Soc, the execs reserve the right to eject them with no refund of membership fees. 
8. Annual membership is £5, with any trips or events that need a contribution from members incurring further charges in order to partially or fully cover expenses. The first meeting and social will be free to all, so you can come and try out the society.