KU: Support Syrian Students
The UK government has advised all UK universities to support destitute Syrian students by waiving their fees and providing financial support.
There are 650 students in the UK. At Kingston University we have a very small number of Syrian students - no more than 10.
Currently, Kingston University Students' Union (KUSU) are campaigning for the University to adhere to the recommendations from the UK Government to support students as they require.
So far Syrian students have been given access to the Hardship Fund via the Student Life Centre and longer term support is being explored.
If you would like to show your support in campaigning KU to waive the fees of Syrian students and to provide them with long term support until the end of their course, please sign this petition.
NB: Your individual details will not be shared with anyone else.
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Links
Business, Innovation and Skills Report on Issues faced by Syrian students
Syrian Students in the UK Summary by the National Union of Students
Letter from Bristol University encouraging other universities to support Syrian students
More info on Syrian students + Syria
Council for Assisting Academic Refugees (CARA) on Syria
Al Jazeera News - an article giving an overview of the situation
Syrian Students' UK Fees Campaign
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