What is Welcome?
'Welcome' is the name that we give to the period of time at the start of every academic year when students are heading onto (or back onto!) campus, usually starting around mid-September. During this time, we put together a programme of events and opportunities to ensure all students - new and returning - are feeling comfortable, excited and ready to start the academic year!
What's On?
The Welcome programme includes all sorts of great opportunities, where you can meet your officers or take part in student group Give It A Go sessions.
The annual Welcome Fairs are not to be missed; taking place at Stoke on 24th September, London on 25th September and Stafford on 26th September.
Your calendar of events is found on the Students' Union's What's On page, where you can check out the huge range of things to get involved in, including our Academic Societies Meet & Greet, or you might like to come along to The Big Give It A Go. You definitely won't want to miss the Welcome Party at LRV!
You'll also find lots of events and activities hosted by our huge range of clubs and societies; there's so much going on, sometimes it's difficult to keep up! Be sure to check the website regularly, as we're constantly adding new events throughout the year.
When Can I Get Involved?
Anytime you like, there's always lots going on around campus! Some students jump straight in and join clubs and societies in their first week - others prefer to ease themselves in more slowly and try out a few different activities at a slower pace. Whatever you decide is fine by us - we're always ready to welcome you to any and all of our events, activities and venues.
Speaking of venues, The Welcome Party tickets for LRV sell fast, so don't hang around. Karaoke in Ember Lounge every Tuesday is always a firm favourite (Our top tip: arrive early for this one, it's a popular night!).
So whether you're new to Staffs, or a returning student:
Welcome (welcome back) to our Staffs community, there's so much going on and loads of opportunities to make new friends / catch up with old ones, have fun, try new things and Enjoy!
