What is the Students’ Union Building (SUB)? 🔹 What is the SUB and what's in it? 🔹 Where do students hang out on campus? 🔹 Is there a central building for student life?

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The Students’ Union Building (The SUB) is the central hub for student life at Acadia. It's owned and operated by the Acadia Students’ Union (ASU) and is the go-to place for everything from grabbing a bite to joining a club. Think of it as your campus living room! 

Inside The SUB, you’ll find: 

  • Food & Drinks: ☕️ Perkins Café (for coffee and food), The Axe Bar (for pub nights and social events), and Union Market (a convenience store for snacks and essentials). 

  • Student Services: Offices for the ASU Executive, the Sexual Health Resource Centre (SHRC), the ASU Food Cupboard, and other student-run organizations. 

  • Social & Study Spaces: Lounges, meeting rooms, and event spaces for clubs and student groups to use. 

Helpful Definitions 💡 

  • Acadia Students’ Union (ASU): This is your student government. The ASU is a non-profit organization that represents students, provides services, and runs The SUB. 

  • Union Market: A convenience store located inside The SUB, offering a variety of snacks, drinks, and other necessities. 

  • The Axe Bar: The on-campus student pub located in The SUB, a popular spot for grabbing a bite, watching a game, or attending a pub night. 

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