Starting university is an exciting new experience and we want to make sure you kick start your student years with a fantastic Freshers’ Week (which is in fact three weeks!). Some of you will have your Freshers’ events organised and ready; others might be unsure what to expect. We are here to help out.
We have an amazing line-up of events and activities planned for you. Freshers’ is the perfect opportunity to meet new people, discover new hobbies and experience everything the Union has to offer. It’s also chance to enjoy some huge student parties and great entertainment. We can’t … Read the rest
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So you have arrived and just been hit by the tidal wave of events on offer throughout Freshers’, including what seems to be a dozen or so Fayres. So what are these and what’s the difference between them?
Don’t worry, here is your definitive guide to our Fayres, which are there to show you how much Southampton, Winchester and our Union has to offer you. Come along to see how much you can experience and get out of your time with us!
Southampton
Union Fayre
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As Freshers’ approaches, we’ve come up with the ultimate 10 things that you will need to know about student life in your first few weeks. Have a read through these and you’ll be all set up to have a great first semester!
- Halls life is actually quite good! You may have heard lots of horror stories about halls, from past students or friends who have experienced it, but actually, being in a halls of residence is not too bad. With cleaners, comfortable rooms, and very few fire alarms going off at midnight, halls do provide a secure sanctuary for you
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It’s nearly January, and surely you’ll be glad to be back at uni, getting ready for exams? Once they’re over and you’ve gone on a night out in town you’ve got to make it home. Walking home can seem tempting (and a sensible idea after a few drinks), but it’s never the right answer. We’ve got some alternatives that will help you#StaySafe this coming term.
West Quay Cars
You might have spotted the friendly West Quay Cars team at our Freshers’ Fayre back in September – and there’s a reason we promote them. Committed to the #StaySafe campaign, they’ve got … Read the rest
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A massive welcome to all the Freshers’ who are joining the University of Southampton and SUSU this weekend.
If you are arriving during the daytime this weekend, why not pop down to SUSU where we’ve got live music, bouncy castles, games, photo booths and more.
In the evenings are the Welcome Parties at SUSU, plus various events for your halls. You can find the full timetable online at www.susu.org/fresh and buy tickets at www.susu.org/boxoffice.
Over the next week we have a range of daytime events and activities for you, ranging from information about help and support, opportunities to join … Read the rest
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