During the 1970s, student societies, such as the Jewish Society, Chinese Society and Islamic Society, represented the growing diversity of the student population.

Feminist, Women's Rights and other campaigns have been popular amongst students over the years, and reflect social and political issues of the time. A National Union of Students women’s campaign demonstration took place on Mile End Road in 1999 (below).

Student Union newspaper CUB, November 1999.
Courtesy of Queen Mary, University of London Archives.

The 1981 CND demonstration (below) took place on the same day that Ronald Regan gave his inaugural address. Many students were politically active, and took part in such organised campaigns.

Poster advertising a demonstration against Cruise missiles by University of London CND, 20 January 1981.
Courtesy of Carol Rivas.

Westfield students protest against fees, 1973.
Courtesy of Queen Mary, University of London Archives.

Queen Mary College student drama performance of The Pirates of Penzance, March 1982.
Courtesy of Queen Mary, University of London Archives.

Students are represented by the Queen Mary Students' Union, which provides a full calendar of entertainments and new sporting facilities.

The Students Union arranges many Student Community Action projects, giving members the opportunity to get involved with the local community.

The Student Activities Centre runs 'Headstart', a key skills training initiative, which helps students gain the skills sought by graduate employers.