[4] In 2018, the Conservative Society received backlash for hosting an event where member's shirts had antisemitic messages and symbols.

[10][11] The UPSU Sabbatical Officers are elected in March and decide the day-to-day running of the union.

[12] Before 2024, Part-time Officers represented particular groups of students and run forums related to their role.

The Chair of the Accountability Board also attends these meetings, to observe and ensure that they are taking place in a fair and democratic manner.

Below the lounge is the little room, which has a dance floor, small bar, and pool tables, and is sometimes used for private events.

Further into the building is the main bar, where most of the union's events take place: it has a dance floor with DJ booth and projectors.

The shop sells basic groceries, snacks, lunch meal deals, and University of Plymouth branded merchandise.

They operate a control room inside the UPSU on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday nights.

[24] Rag week in February each year aims to raise both awareness of and money for charity.

[28] The UPSU Summer Ball is held annually at the end of the academic year (June).

As well as having a number of stages and guest acts, the event usually has food stalls, a fair ground; casino (non-monetary); inflatables and various other entertainment.