Application forms and previous winners.

Society Awards

AWARD WINNERS 🏆

2025

SOCIETY OF THE YEAR

Awarded to the society that has demonstrated outstanding performance, impact, and engagement throughout the year.

WOMEN IN STEM 🥇

Women in STEM have been extremely active, hosting 29 of their own events and involved in 8 collaborations all targeted to develop personal and professional growth of their members. From tailored career workshops, weekend study sessions, wellness socials, and a weekly members-only newsletter to share external career opportunities, they’ve created a supportive and well-rounded experience. They’ve expanded their impact through successful sponsorships and collaborations with already-existing as well as new societies, all while connecting students with industry professionals to help them network and succeed in an industry historically dominated men. It’s no surprise given the number of opportunities offered that they’ve reached their highest ever membership total of 62 since launching in 2020.

NEW SOCIETY OF THE YEAR

Recognizes a newly established society that has shown exceptional initiative, growth, and potential since its start-up.

Applicable to societies who started in or after Term 2 of the academic year 24-25. Cannot be a re-started society within the last 2 years.

Mena-Arab 🥇

The MENA-Arab society have managed to create something bold and full of energy in a very short space of time. From incredibly popular “Arabian Nights” bar takeovers and cultural debates, to women-only events and watch parties, they’ve brought the Middle Eastern and North African community together. Their passion, creativity, and inclusivity has turned just an idea, into an impactful society.

MOST ACTIVE SOCIETY OF THE YEAR

Awarded to the society that has hosted the most events and activities, promoting vibrant student experiences.

Palestine Solidarity 🥇

This year the Palestine Solidarity Society has been tireless in its activism, educational events, and impactful community engagement. They have hosted high-profile panels with figures like Jeremy Corbyn, organized protests, fundraisers, and nationwide solidarity campaigns. Their outreach and collaborations have made them a standout force for accountability on campus.

POWERED BY STUDENTS

Given to the society that has displayed remarkable student-led innovation and creativity in its initiatives and projects.

Sustainable Students 🥇

Sustainable Students Society have an outstanding focus on creating an inclusive, student-powered community that actively shapes its activities. Born out of a shared passion for sustainability, the society re-started this year. They have worked hard to make sustainability accessible to all students and turn sustainability into something visible, participatory and student-driven. They’ve collaborated with many groups to support causes like ethical fashion, global warming and ways to build a connection with Nature.

MOST EMPLOYABILITY FOCUSED OF THE YEAR

Recognizes the society that has prioritized professional development and career-building opportunities for its members.

Women in Stem 🥇

Woman in STEM are dedicated to supporting members career development through impactful workshops, industry collaborations, and networking opportunities. Highlights include organising events with Gradcracker, SheCanCode, and inviting back alumni who are working in tech. The society helps members achieve an amazing degree, offering sessions on how to use Notion to help stay organised, weekly Saturday study sessions teaching the pomodoro technique, amongst regular welfare events. To help members feel empowered applying for jobs, they have organised a Linkedin photoshoot and workshops where personalised feedback on profiles and CVs is given.

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICES TO SOCIETIES

Acknowledges individuals who have provided extraordinary support to the developmental success of societies.

LAUREN "LOLLY" TAYLOR 🥇

MATHUSA THIRUCHENTOOR 🥇

ALEXANDER SABLICH IRAOLA 🥇

HAMSIKA PAGADALA 🥇

EVENT OF THE YEAR

Highlights the most impactful or memorable event hosted by a society, showcasing excellent planning and execution.

MALAYSIAN SOCIETY: MNight 2025: ‘All for a bag of RICE?’ 🥇

MNight plays are a long-standing tradition for Malaysian societies. ‘All For a Bag of RICE’ was an immersive cultural showcase, packed with creativity and teamwork. The exec team created an MNight committee who meticulously planned, coordinated and executed a high-quality, emotional performance at Lakeside Theatre that brought together nearly 200 people, including students, alumni and guests. After 6 months of planning and rehearsals, the showcase built long lasting friendships among the society and boosted cultural pride.

MOST CHARITABLE AWARD

Celebrates the society that has shown significant contribution in fundraising efforts and dedication to making a meaningful difference to a charity.

This award is not one you apply for, but will be decided based on money raised through the RAG account and the winner will be announced at the awards evening.

Palestine 🥇

SOCIETY STANDARDS

2025

SILVER

AUDHD NEURODIVERGENT

CYBERSECURITY

ESSEX BUSINESS CLUB

F1

FRENCH CONNECTION

FRIENDS INTERNATIONAL

HINDU

JEWISH

MENA-ARAB

RED ESSEX

SRI LANKAN

TAMIL

TEDx

UBUNTU

GOLD

ANIME AND MANGA

BOOKISH

CHRISTIAN UNION

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

ECONOMICS

K-POP

LATIN AMERICAN

LIFE SCIENCES

MALAYSIAN

MODEL UN

MUSIC

ORIGAMI

PHYSIOTHERAPY

RPG AND TABLETOP

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY

SUSTAINABLE STUDENTS

THEATRE ARTS

TRAVEL

UKRAINIAN

IN AID OF UNICEF

WOMEN IN STEM

BRONZE

ALWAN