Events in August Forthcoming Events SeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember Fri 4th September Origami Workshop (Online) 5:30pm - 7pm Online Discover the art of paper folding in this relaxing and creative Origami Workshop! International Student Q&A 6pm - 8pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Got questions about studying, living and settling into university as an international student? Come along to our International Student Q&A! Sat 5th September How To: Online Shopping 1:30pm - 2pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Supermarket Trip 2pm - 4pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Sun 6th September Coffee Hour (Online) 9:30am - 10:30am Online Grab your favourite hot drink and join students from around the world for an informal coffee hour! Global Cafe 3pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Fancy meeting new people, making friends and getting to know different cultures? Come along to our Global Cafe! Virtual Pictionary 5pm - 7pm Online Put your drawing skills to the test in this fun and fast-paced online version of the classic game! Thu 10th September Team Building Day (Buxton) 9:30am - 4:30pm The Dome, Buxton A mix of motivational speaking, Mini Olympics, and STEM problem-solving challenges designed to develop teamwork, resilience, and communication for our students at Buxton. Fri 11th September Scavenger Hunt (Online) 6pm - 7pm Online Race against the clock to find unusual household items, complete fun challenges, and earn points throughout this fast-paced virtual scavenger hunt! There's No Place like Home: Room Decorating 7pm - 9pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Want to make yourself at home fast? Decorate! Don't know where to start? Start with us - and your room! Sat 12th September Welcome Weekend: Day One 10am - 4pm The Cavendish Building Your uni experience starts here! We want to welcome you to the university in style, so why not join us for a relaxed weekend to get to know us and meet some people. You can also complete your enrolment! Welcome Quiz Night 6pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Test your knowledge, join a team and meet other students at our fun and friendly quiz night! Bring Your Own Games Night 7pm - 8:30pm Cavendish Building - Atrium Bring your favourite game (or just yourself!) for an evening of games, snacks and new friends. Whether you’re competitive or haven’t played in years, everyone’s welcome - Grace will make sure of it! Sun 13th September Supermarket Trip 1pm - 3pm Meet outside One Friar Gate Square Join us on a trip to the supermarket to help you get to know your local shop! Welcome Weekend: Day Two 1pm - 6pm The Cavendish Building Your uni experience starts here! We want to welcome you to the university in style, so why not join us for a relaxed weekend to get to know us and meet some people. You can also complete your enrolment! How To: Online Shopping 3pm - 4pm Online & FG105 (One Friar Gate Square campus) As a student who struggles for a with ability, heavy lifting big shop, or just someone who wants to stay home – having Online Shopping skills and options are essential! Speed Friend-Making 5pm - 7pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space New to Derby? Join us to make new friends in your new home! Open Mic Night 7pm - 11pm The Shakespeare Join us at Shakespeare's every Sunday for your official weekly open mic night! Mon 14th September Hydration Station 10am - 2pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Stay hydrated! Spin the pizza wheel! 11am - 3pm The Kitchen, Kedleston Road Could you win a free pizza? Diagnostics and Clinical Intervention Course Meet-Up 5pm - 6pm Union Social Space (Kedleston Road campus) Join fellow Diagnostics & Clinical Intervention students to meet others studying similar subjects! Officer Showdown: Game Show Night 7pm - 8:30pm One Friar Gate Square Social Space Looking to meet new people and have some fun? Join your Student Officers for a game show inspired evening! Welcome to CU - Pizza Night 7pm - 8:30pm Cavendish Building - Atrium Come along for pizza, drinks and a chance to get to know us! Jacob will be leading the evening, so you’re guaranteed a fun and friendly night. ❤️ RSS Feed