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Sun 24th September

speedquizzing Speedquizzing
6pm - 9pm
Ember Lounge
Ember Lounge's weekly quiz showdown returns!

Mon 25th September

'Pop up' Careers
10am - noon
Science Centre
‘Welcome to Careers, your future awaits!’ Come and discuss what support is offered and enjoy 'Spin the Wheel' our free game to play!
'Pop up' Wellbeing
10am - noon
Ember square
Come on over to the Wellbeing stand where we will be giving out information about our Wellbeing service plus cards and freebies available
Giant Jenga
11:30am - 12:30pm
Catalyst fronts ( if raining inside the Hall)
Test your nerves in our Giant game of Jenga just outside the Catalyst from 11.30 - 12.30
OMG Radio logo OMG Roadshow
noon - 3pm
Outside Catalyst
Come on down and chat with the OMG team, we've got lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
'Pop up' Edge Intro
noon - 2pm
Science Centre
An introduction to your free enrichment programme. Come to discuss over at the Science Centre from 12:00 Where we'll show you how to earn points to win Prizes
'Pop up' Money and Guidance Stafford
noon - 1:30pm
Stafford Campus Stairwell E BHL
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name. Stafford Campus
'Pop up' Money and Guidance
2pm - 4pm
Science Centre
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name.
Bubble Football Bubble Football
3pm - 9pm
Large 3G pitch
You get in the bubble and pretend to play football while accidently on-purpose bouncing off everyone else!
rock! Misfit
11pm - 3am
LRV
Join us for Rock/Metal/AlternativeJ-Pop/K-Pop Night

Tue 26th September

'Pop up' Transition and Belonging
10am - noon
Science Centre
Come down to the Transition and Belonging stall, today we have a prize-winning game Higher or Lower cards FREE to play. See you in the Science Centre!
'Pop up' Wellbeing
10am - noon
Ember square
Come on over to the Wellbeing stand where we will be giving out information about our Wellbeing service plus cards and freebies available
OMG Radio logo OMG Roadshow
noon - 3pm
Ember square
Come on down and chat with the OMG team, we've got lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
'Pop up' Money and Guidance
2pm - 4pm
Ember square
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name.
Paramedic Soc. Get to know each other!
5pm - 8pm
Ember Lounge
Meet us at ember lounge to have a chat, a few drinks and meet everyone. let’s kick the year of to a great start !!!
Reenactment craft give it a go session
7pm - 10pm
Mellor Main Entrance craft space
Try crafts related to authentic re-enactment

Wed 27th September

'Pop up' Wellbeing
8am - 9:30am
Stafford Campus Stairwell E BHL
Come on over to the Wellbeing stand where we will be giving out information about our Wellbeing service plus cards and freebies available Stafford Campus
OMG Radio logo OMG Roadshow
10:30am - 3:30pm
Outside Catalyst
Come on down and chat with the OMG team, we've got lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
welcome fair Welcome Fair
10:30am - 3:30pm
LRV - Sports Hall - Catalyst
Join clubs and societies, meet university services and grab some freebies!
freshers fest logo Freshers Fest 2023
noon - 4pm
Here East Yard
Join students from across all the universities on the Here East Campus.
'Pop up' Edge Intro Stafford
noon - 1:30pm
Stafford Campus Stairwell E BHL
An introduction to your free enrichment programme. Come to discuss over at Stairwell E Where we'll show you how to earn points and win Prizes
Quiz Night
6:30pm - 9pm
Ember Lounge
Join us in the Ember Lounge for our annual Quiz Night!
back 2 school LRV Presents... Back 2 School
11pm - 3am
LRV
LRV's going back 2 school and so are you!

Thu 28th September

Art Riot Collective Morning sessions
10am - noon
Henrion Gallery
Their mission :develop a community of Disabled & Neuro divergent Artists & supporters, offering a creative space where people can learn and grow artistically & socially. The sessions will be run in collaboration with the Disability Students Network.
'Pop up' Money and Guidance
10am - noon
Science Centre
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name.
vintage pop up Vintage Fair with clothing, books and vinyl!
10am - 4pm
LRV
Grab yourself a vintage bargain!
welcome fair Stafford Welcome Fair
10:30am - 3:30pm
Atrium
Clubs and societies, University services and more.
Tepee Central 'A Peace of Home'
11am - 1pm
Tepee Central
A Peace of Home! We know moving to Uni can be a big deal so here’s just a small way to begin to affirm that you made the right decision.
Art Riot Collective Afternoon sessions
12:30pm - 4pm
Henrion Gallery
Art Riot Collective's mission is to develop a community of Disabled and Neuro divergent Artists and supporters, providing access to high quality creative practice, connections and cultural spaces.
'Pop up' Wellbeing
2pm - 4pm
Science Centre
Come on over to the Wellbeing stand where we will be giving out information about our Wellbeing service plus cards and freebies available
Outdoor life drawing/painting
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Science Centre
Create your very own Canvas painting to keep for your dorms or home. Join the team at the Science Center on Thursday 28th September at 2:30pm. All equipment is provided.
International Hang Outs
4pm - 6pm
Verve
Come chill and play all sorts of games (board games, card games, video games) with fellow students. Whether you are a home or international student, everyone is welcome!
Main Meeting (Give It A Go)
6:30pm - 9pm
CA203, Catalyst Building
We'll be having an introductory talk titled 'What is the Christian Union?' for our first main meeting of the year!
bingo LRV's Bingo Night!
8pm - midnight
LRV
Get ready for BINGOOOOOO!

Fri 29th September

'Pop up' Wellbeing
8am - 9:30am
Stafford Campus Stairwell E BHL
Come on over to the Wellbeing stand where we will be giving out information about our Wellbeing service plus cards and freebies available Stafford Campus for Breakfast
Tepee Central Chaplaincy & Chill
9am - noon
Tepee Central
Come on over to Tepee Central to 'Get to know your Vic'
'Pop up' Money and Guidance
10am - noon
Ember square
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name.
Ember Lounge BBQ
noon - 4pm
Ember Lounge
Fancy a burger or a hot dog? follow your nose!
'Pop up' Edge Intro
noon - 2pm
Science Centre
An introduction to your free enrichment programme. Come to discuss over at the Science Centre from 12:00 Where we'll show you how to earn points and win Prizes
'Pop up' Money and Guidance
noon - 1:30pm
Stafford Campus Stairwell E BHL
Name that PIG! And win a bundle of prizes for giving our pig the most creative name. Stafford Campus
'Pop up' Transition and Belonging
noon - 2pm
Ember square
Come down to the Transition and Belonging stall today. We have a prize winning game 'Higher or Lower' cards FREE to play. See you in the Gazebo on Ember Square!
Tepee Central 'Commuters Lunch Club'
noon - 2pm
Tepee Central
Tepee Central presents the Commuters Lunch Club
Give it a go Session
1:30pm - 3pm
L414 Flaxman Building
Our give it a go session for an introduction to our society! :)
Clay Crafting
2pm - 5pm
T005
Clay Crafting session!
Mountaineering Give it a go
5pm - 7pm
SSMSC - Sports Hall
Interested in trying Mountaineering? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear
ACS Meet & Greet
6pm - 9pm
Beacon Building T003/4
This the perfect opportunity to meet new people and make some friends. So show up, participate and have fun!
Folklore Society presents Folk on Trent Folklore Society Give it a Go
6pm - 8pm
Reslife Gardens
Learn all about local folklore in our first event of the year - Folk-on-Trent (get it?)
OMG Radio logo OMG Roadshow
6pm - 9pm
Catalyst Hall
Come on down and chat with the OMG team, we've got lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
Welcome to Britain
6pm - 9pm
Catalyst Hall
Welcome to Britain The International team would like to invite you to share the joy with us at our ‘Welcome to Britain’ celebration. There will be plenty of activities to keep you entertained all evening. Friday 29th September, 6pm, Catalyst Hall
Q&A Night
6:30pm - 9pm
Digital Kiln, Mellor Building
An exciting chance to ask a panel of Christian speakers all of your burning questions about the faith!
desi disco Desi Disco
9pm - 1am
Verve

Sat 30th September

Get to Know Stoke Walk
10:30am - 2pm
Join us for a walk around campus and visit nearby useful places to know for students. If it's your first time in Stoke, this is the event for you!
Board and card games in the tepee
11am - 3pm
Tepee, Leek Road campus
Join us in the tepee for a variety of fun board games and card games
Capture the Flag/Give it a Go
1pm - 5:30pm
Hanley Park
Capture the Flag in Hanley Park
OMG Radio logo OMG Roadshow
4pm - 6pm
Leek Road Tepee
Come on down and chat with the OMG team, we've got lots of opportunities for you to get involved.
An Evening with the Assassins
6pm - 8pm
Ember Lounge
Come have a pint with some Assassins as we discuss what it is we do
Verve Games Night
6pm - 10pm
Verve
Board games, video games, table top and more!
Midnight Crafts
10pm - 1am
LRV & VERVE
Midnight crafting in the Tepee!

Sun 1st October

Cheerleading Give it a go
10am - noon
SSMSC - Sports Hall
Interested in trying Cheerleading? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear
Welcome walk
11am - noon
Tepee Catalyst Fronts
Meet at 11am at Tepee Central. Finishing at 12pm at The Green House, Royal Doulton (RD10) for tea and toast. Join us for a very gentle Sunday stroll around our beautiful on-site nature reserve. T
Wolstanton Retail Park Trip
11am - 3pm
Retail Park Trip!

Mon 2nd October

Tepee Central Library, Books and Chill
9am - 3:30pm
Tepee Central
Come on over to Tepee Central and celebrate World Book Day with the Library team and the Cosy Book Club!
Mountaineering Give it a go
5:30pm - 8pm
Kilnworx (Meet at Sports Centre)
Interested in trying Mountaineering? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear
Snowsports Give it a Go
5:30pm - 8pm
Stoke Ski Centre (Meet at Ember)
Snowsports club are riding the slopes and you're invited!
Darts Club Welcome Event
6pm - 10pm
Ember Lounge
Welcome event for any and all interested in darts or having a social drink with friendly people. All skill levels welcome.
Arts & Crafts Night
6:30pm - 9pm
Express your creativity at our Arts + Crafts Night, featuring a special testimony from a committee member! Supplies provided :)
RAMS Invasion
10pm - 1am
Verve
The first RAMS Invasion of the year!

Tue 3rd October

Report & Support Tepee Central
9:30am - 3:30pm
Tepee Central
We believe that everyone should have a positive and rewarding experience at university. To Find out more and meet some of our professional experts join us in the Tepee Central on Tuesday 3rd October between 9.30am and 3.30pm.
Tie dye
3pm - 4pm
Tuesday 3 October 2023 3pm-4pm Tie Dye. Come along to our free event. You will be given a canvas bag to get creative on. Then once your marvelous creation is complete you get to take it home with you.
Idol Society GIAG session
5pm - 9pm
Flexman L410
Everyone is more then welcome to join us no matter you're a big kpop fan or you just getting ready to know more about it!
International Food Night
6:30pm - 9pm
Come and share an assortment of international food with us, with a talk from one of our church members!
Rock and Roll Bingo
7pm - 9pm
LRV & VERVE
Rock and Roll Bingo in the Tepee!

Wed 4th October

Tepee Central Mindful Money
9am - noon
Tepee Central
Come along and find out the best money saving tips, budgeting advice and ways to get more for your money from our Money & Guidance team and Students’ Union. Also meet our Sports team who will tell you how you can get involved in sports for free!
Tepee Central Careers
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Tepee Central
Careers ‘Employabili-tepee’ Come on over to Tepee Central to get career advice on part time, Volunteering, Graduate?
LRV's Teepee Party!
10pm - 2am
LRV & VERVE

Thu 5th October

Idol Society GIAG session
5pm - 9pm
Flexman L410
Everyone is more then welcome to join us no matter you're a big kpop fan or you just getting ready to know more about it!
International Hang Out in SqueezeBox
5pm - 7pm
SqueezeBox
Come and meet with the international network for a chat around free coffee, tea and hot chocolate! The International Engagement Coordinator are here to welcome you and discuss about your experience, and just have a good time!
GIAG Crafting Session
6pm - 7:30pm
L414 Flaxman Building
We’ll be doing some arts and crafts :)
Playember PLAYember
6pm - 10pm
Ember Lounge
Embers big games jam! We have consoles ready, or you can bring your own!
Main Meeting (Give It A Go)
6:30pm - 9pm
Our second main meeting of the year. Our speaker will be answering the question 'What is a Christian?'

Fri 6th October

Global greeting
11am - 3pm
Outside Catalyst
Come meet your Student Union, networks and societies under the teepee and discover all the different services we offer our international students! There will be drinks, foods and games!
Cheerleading Give it a go
5pm - 7pm
SSMSC - Sports Hall
Interested in trying Cheerleading? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear
Mountaineering Give it a go
5pm - 7pm
SSMSC - Sports Hall
Interested in trying Mountaineering? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear

Sat 7th October

Open Mic Night
6pm - 10pm
Ember Lounge welcome you to Open Mic!

Sun 8th October

Cheerleading Give it a go
10am - noon
SSMSC - Sports Hall
Interested in trying Cheerleading? Come down to our give it a go. Please wear sports clothing and appropriate footwear

Mon 9th October

Darts Club Welcome Event
6pm - 10pm
Ember Lounge
Welcome event for any and all interested in darts or having a social drink with friendly people. All skill levels welcome.

Tue 10th October

Meet the Cop Shop
11am - 3pm
Ember square
Meet your campus copper!
International Hang Outs : Karaoke
8:30pm - 10:30pm
Ember Lounge
Come and join us at ember to sing at the top of our lungs (or not), have a drink (beer or coke, whatever you prefer) and just hang out! We are a culturally diverse group and welcome anyone, home or international students!

Wed 11th October

GIAG Game Day
1:30pm - 3:30pm
L320 Flaxman Building
A gaming session for everyone to play any kind of games they want. We encourage everyone to bring along any board games, card games or their switches!

Thu 12th October

EAFC Tournament
1pm - 5pm
R101
Come and challenge a Stoke City player to a game of EAFC

Mon 16th October

Darts Club Welcome Event
6pm - 10pm
Ember Lounge
Welcome event for any and all interested in darts or having a social drink with friendly people. All skill levels welcome.

Tue 17th October

Maximise Your Money!
noon - 2pm
Union Building Boardroom
Money saving tips and advice!

Thu 19th October

International Hang Outs
4pm - 6pm
Verve
Come chill and play all sorts of games (board games, card games, video games) with fellow students. Whether you are a home or international student, everyone is welcome!

Fri 20th October

Tour of Stoke
10am - 4pm
Sir Stanley Matthews Sports Centre
Want to familiarise yourself with the city? come and join us!

Wed 25th October

UV Party!
11pm - 3am
LRV
LRV Presents UV!

Wed 1st November

International Bowling
6pm - 9pm
Festival Park
International bowling - open to all!
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