MDXSU Welcome Guide 2015

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WELCOME GUIDE 10 SEPTEMBER - 14 OCTOBER

FEATURING OVER 50 EVENTS INSIDE

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FROM MIDDLESEX STUDENTS’ UNION

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ongratulations on your results and welcome to Middlesex University! Whoever you are, wherever you’re from and however long you’re studying at Middlesex for, MDXSU will be with you every step of the way.

YOUR STUDENTS’ UNION

Everyone who studies at Middlesex is part of Middlesex Students’ Union.

We’re led by four elected students - more about them on page four - and everything we do is aimed at making sure you get the most out of your time here.

We’ve got loads of events planned for your first few weeks at uni, helping you to settle in, meet other students and explore London! This guide tells you what’s happening when, but there’s still more to be announced... Stay in the loop by heading to www.mdxsu.com, or join the official Middlesex Freshers 2015 group on Facebook.

As much as we love a party, the Students’ Union isn’t just about events.

Want to join a society or volunteer, host a radio show or write for the magazine? Need academic advice, or want us to campaign on issues you care about at Middlesex and beyond? We can help! Find out more on pages 4-15.

We’ll be around campus throughout your first few weeks in our purple t-shirts, or you can visit us downstairs in MDX House (map on page 20).

See you soon!

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Welcome

Your Student Officers

Student Voice Leaders

Get In Touch

7 Liberation Assemblies

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8 Societies, RAG & Volunteering

9 New MDXSU app

10 MDXSU Advice

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Buddy Programme

POW! Media

Win a GoPro!

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Campus Map

Events Calendar

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YOUR STUDENT OFFICERS MDXSU is led by four Student Officers – one President and three Vice Presidents. They studied here, and were elected to their positions by their fellow students. Student Officers are elected every spring, and all students are eligible to stand or vote in the elections – next year it could be you!

Your Student Officers make sure that your views are represented in university decisions, as well as locally and nationally. Each Officer is responsible for a particular aspect of your uni life, while your Vice Presidents have a particular responsibility for individual schools too. @AmanMDXSU Ask me about... strategy, campaigns and representation!

IDDIQI S N A M A ENT PRESID

@SayedMDXSU Ask me about... democracy, employability and student welfare

LKADIRI SAYED EASS AND LAW VP BUSIN

@OrlaMDXSU Ask me about...

Sport, volunteering and the environment

LLARY ORLA HH&I EDUCATION

T VP HEAL & TECHNOLOGY CE N IE C S AND

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@VP_AndreMDXSU Ask me about... student media, housing and socities

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BE WANT TO BE A LEADER?

Stand in the MDXSU Elections!

Student Voice Leaders work alongside your Student Officers (those guys on the left!) to make sure you’re enjoying your time at Middlesex. They represent students on their course and help make student life better for everyone!

BE A LEADER

Develop your skills

Meet new people

Represent your course

Become a Student Voice Leader!

Student Voice Leaders are elected by students on your course.

Nomination yourself: 5th – 18th Oct Vote from: 26th – 30th Oct

For more information and to nominate yourself or vote, visit www.mdxsu.com/voice-leaders or email studentvoice@mdx.ac.uk

SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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GET IN TOUCH! Tag your tweets and grams with #mdxsu or #mdxfreshers so we can see what you’re up to!

Your pictures might even win you a GoPro camera... more on page 15.

Feel free to stop by for a chat! You can find MDXSU downstairs in MDX House – check out the campus map on page 20. You can also call us on 020 8411 6450, or email info@mdxsu.com

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LIBER

Are you a woman, LGBT, a black student or a disabled student? Our Liberation Assemblies provide a friendly and welcoming community for you to meet people, share experiences and campaign for positive change.

To find out more email studentvoice@mdx.ac.uk or go to www.mdxsu.com/liberations

email blackstudents@mdxsu.com

email disabledstudents@mdxsu.com

email mdxwomen@mdxsu.com

email lgbt@mdxsu.com

SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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SOCIETIES Students in societies have a lot of fun! Joining a society is a great way of meeting new people and building on your interests. There are lots to pick from, from general interest groups to religious societies, and academic societies related to your course. Check out the current list at www.mdxsu.com/groups If you think there’s a gap in the market society-wise, let us know! Send us an email telling us your idea, and we’ll help you set up a new society, with all the support and financial backing you need. Contact info@mdxsu.com to get the ball rolling.

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NTEE U L O V & RAG

Put that spare time to good use - volunteer! Check out our Facebook page or go to www.mdxsu.com/volunteering to find out about local projects.

Another way to give back is with RAG (Raising and Giving). RAG is a super social society who fundraise for charity through events and activities, and also organise volunteering trips abroad. Fancy spending a month volunteering in Tanzania or Uganda next summer?

Email info@mdxsu.com and we’ll put you in touch with the right people!

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MDXSU ADVICE FREE. IMPARTIAL. CONFIDENTIAL.

WANT TO MAKE A COMPLAINT? BEEN ACCUSED OF PLAGIARISM? FACING A DISCIPLINARY? We hope your biggest problems whilst at Middlesex are choosing between a Papa John’s or a Subway, or whether to head to Camden or Soho for your next night out, but if you do face a difficulty with your course, we’re here to help.

MDXSU Advice is a confidential, non-judgemental service independent to Middlesex University. To contact us or book an appointment, email studentadvice@mdx.ac.uk

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BUDDY PROGRAMME

We know that starting university can be a bit daunting, which is why our MDXSU Buddy Programme is here to help!

As a new student, you’ll get matched with a returning student ‘Buddy’ who can show you the ropes, help you settle in and impart all the hard-earned wisdom they’ve gained over the past year or more. You’ll be the envy of your new friends with your insider knowledge of Middlesex and London!

Interested? To get involved, sign up online at www.mdxsu.com/buddying, or email studentvoice.mdx.ac.uk You can also come along to one of our Meet & Greets in MDX House – spaces are limited, but if you haven’t signed up in advance feel free to pop along on the day!

Meet & Greets

Monday 28th September, 3pm – 4pm Thursday 1st October, 3pm – 4pm

Don’t want to stroll into an event on your own? There are lots of people in the same boat. Come along to one of our Buddy Meet & Greets to get to know other students and get matched with a returning student ‘Buddy’. Spaces are limited.

SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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WANTS YOU! Radio, Magazine, Blog & TV

Got an incredible taste in music that needs to be shared with the world? Want to see your views in print, or maybe you fancy getting some experience in TV production?

POW! Media is your student media, featuring our ever-popular radio station, award-shortlisted magazine, newly-revamped digital blog and our very own TV station! Whether you’re looking for a career in the media or you just want to put your talents to good use, email powmedia@mdxsu.com to find out more and start contributing!

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WELCOME TO THE EVENTS SECTION! SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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calendar Monday

14 SEPTEMBER Speed Meet, 5PM

Tuesday

15 SEPTEMBER Royal College of Nursing trip, 4PM

Wednesday

16 SEPTEMBER Early Starter’s Pub Quiz, 7PM

Speed Meet, 5PM

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23 SEPTEMBER

Move into Halls, 10AM

Move into Halls, 10AM

Move into Halls, 10AM

MDXSU & MDX Sport Games Night, 5PM

Social Club, 6PM

Cheap$kates with your Student Officers, 9PM

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Chill Out Space, 11AM

Chill Out Space, 11AM

Chill Out Space, 11AM

Buddy Meet & Greet, 3PM

Freshtival, 12PM

LGBT Meet & Greet, 2PM

Terrace Tennis Tipple, 4PM

Pressure Cooker, 9:30PM

Pop-up Outdoor Cinema, 7PM NORTY at MDX House, 10PM

People’s Choice Party, 10PM

05 OCTOBER One World Day, 6PMRoyal One World Day Party, 10PM

12 OCTOBER Quiz and Movie Night, 7PM

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06 OCTOBER Queen of Hoxton Rooftop Party, 6PM

13 OCTOBER

07 OCTOBER Ice Breaker at MDX House, 8PM

14 OCTOBER Mix ‘N’ Blend, 10PM

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Speed Meet, 5PM

Speed Meet, 5PM

Saturday

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Access All Areas, 9PM

17 SEPTEMBER Health & Education Social, 5PM Nursing Social, 8PM

24 SEPTEMBER MDX International Students’ Fair, 2PM Speed Meet, 4PM Bandeoke, 8PM

01 OCTOBER Freshers’ Fair, 10AM Chill Out Space, 11AM POW! Media Info, 2PM Buddy Meet & Greet, 3PM Thames Boat Party, 7PM

08 OCTOBER Shisha Lounge, 7PM

18 SEPTEMBER Speed Meet, 5PM

25 SEPTEMBER Halls Village Fête, 12PM Shisha Lounge, 5:30PM Get Ragged in Camden, 7:30PM

02 OCTOBER

19 SEPTEMBER Charity Shop Tour, 2PM

26 SEPTEMBER London Scavenger Hunt, 10AM Rides and Vibes at Thorpe Park, 6PM

03 OCTOBER

Freshers’ Fair, 10AM Chill Out Space, 11AM POW! Media Info, 2PM Circus Freshers’ Ball, 9PM

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10 OCTOBER

Drinks at the Claddagh Ring, 9PM

Start getting excited – here’s the current calendar of MDXSU Freshers’ events to help you settle in this autumn! Keep reading for the full event info on the following pages.

Keep up to date with what’s happening on and off campus by joining the Middlesex Freshers 2015 group on Facebook and liking the Middlesex Students’ Union Facebook page. Events will also be listed at www.mdxsu.com/events SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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HOW CAN WE HELP?

We want our events to be open and accessible to all students. If you have particular access needs, or there’s a way we can make our events more accessible to you, please get in touch before the day at info@mdxsu.com or call us on 020 8411 6450

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SPEED MEET

SPEED MEET

Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

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Access All Areas This decadent bar crawl includes entry into not one, not two, but seven fabulous venues in London’s infamous West End, with student drinks prices in all! We’ll kick things off at Ruby Blue, before heading onto Grace, Piccadilly Institute, Strawberry Moons, Bar Soho, Zoo Bar and Tiger Tiger.

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SPEED MEET

SPEED MEET

Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

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Royal College of Nursing trip Get to know the history of the nursing profession at this prestigious organisation.

Find out how the RCN can support and represent you throughout your career and check out their various free exhibitions.

Meet at MDX House at 4pm before heading to central London - bring your Oyster card 4pm - 8pm Free – please confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com

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EARLY STARTER’s PUB QUIZ How’s your pub quiz knowledge? Enjoy food, drink and brainteasers at your student-friendly uni local, the Claddagh Ring! Come as a group or form a team with your tablemates, and we’ll test you on your knowledge of music, film and sport - there’s a prize up for grabs for the winners!

The Claddagh Ring 10 Church Road, Hendon NW4 4EA 7pm - 11pm £1 per person

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health & education social Join us in MDX House to chat with students from across Middlesex’s nursing, midwifery and education courses. Check out MDX House, sample their food and drink, find out about your academic societies and get to know the people you’ll be studying with!

MDX House Just turn up 5pm - 8pm Free event

Nursing social Nursing students! Get to know your coursemates from across all three years at this friendly social - refreshments will be provided and we’ve lined up some special speakers too.

TBA Check mdxsu.com/events 8pm - 11pm Free - please confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com

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MOVE INTO HALLS

Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

MDXSU will be on hand to greet you at all halls accommodation, ready to help you move in, answer your questions and let you know what’s happening around campus.

Look out for Team MDXSU in their purple t-shirts - give them a wave and say hello, and they’ll help you get settled in!

MDX House Just turn up 5pm - 7pm Free event

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CHARITY SHOP TOUR Like getting a bargain? So do we! Make like Macklemore and get thrifty while supporting local charities in the process. Whether it’s books, clothes or homeware you’re after, we’ll help you find some bargains at Muswell Hill’s best charity shops.

Meet at Bus Stop Q outside the Uni Bring your Oyster card for the journey!

2pm - 5pm Free – please confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

All MDX Halls Ivy, Platt and Usher 10am - 2pm Free of charge

MDXSU & MDXsPORT games night This isn’t your average games night… Pop down to MDX House for an epic evening of entertainment, from old school egg and spoon races to video gaming marathons, and everything in between!

MDX House & Terrace Just show up 5pm - 10pm Free event

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MOVE INTO HALLS

MDXSU will be on hand to greet you at all halls accommodation, ready to help you move in, answer your questions and let you know what’s happening around campus.

Look out for Team MDXSU in their purple t-shirts - give them a wave and say hello, and they’ll help you get settled in!

MDXSU will be on hand to greet you at all halls accommodation, ready to help you move in, answer your questions and let you know what’s happening around campus.

Look out for Team MDXSU in their purple t-shirts - give them a wave and say hello, and they’ll help you get settled in!

All MDX Halls Ivy, Platt and Usher

All MDX Halls Ivy, Platt and Usher

10am - 2pm Free of charge

10am - 2pm Free of charge

Social club

CHEAP$KATES WITH YOUR STUDENT OFFICERS

MDXSU’s ever-popular Social Club is back, and it’s more social than ever! Picture an evening of table tennis, pool, good chat and smooth tunes. The Social Club is a chilled out way to spend a couple of hours - the perfect place to unwind after a long day, or relax before a hectic night out.

MDX House Just show up 6pm - 10pm Free event

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Heard of Cheap$kates? You will have soon!

Cheap$kates is a super popular student night in London’s famous Soho district.

Get ready for drinks prices that make you forget you’re in London and, if you’re lucky, a dance-off with your MDXSU Student Officers – bring your moves!

Meet at MDX House at 9pm before heading into Soho - bring your Oyster card for the journey!

9pm - late £5 entry and £2 drinks all night!

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MDX INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ FAIR Discover the activities, opportunities and support that makes Middlesex University such a popular choice for international students. Join societies, hear talks and meet other students from across the globe!

The Quad Just show up 2pm - 4pm Free event

BANDEOKE Join us for bandeoke at MDX House! No naff karaoke here - this exciting spin off gives you the opportunity to sing with professional musicians playing live as your backing band.

Embrace your inner rockstar!

MDX House 8pm - 11pm Free – please confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com

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SPEED MEET Want to get to know other new Middlesex students? Look no further than our Speed Meets! Think speed-dating, but without any of the nervous chit-chat or awkward rejections, and with infinitely better company!

MDX House Just show up 4pm - 6pm Free event

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HALLS VILLAGE FÊTE

get ragged in camden

Catch a free shuttle bus to Platt Halls for a

MDX RAG are our Raising and Giving society!

They’re infamous for two things: raising loads of money for charity and organising amazing nights out. Join them on their epic pub crawl around Camden, with venues to suit every taste and wallet-friendly prices.

day of fête-style fun! Expect...

• dodgems and candyfloss • hoopla and a coconut shy • a hog roast • info stalls • loads of cool prizes Platt Hall Free shuttle buses to Platt Hall will be available from Ivy and Usher Halls 12pm - 5pm Free of charge

SHISHA LOUNGE Shisha time! Discover the ultimate local shisha experience at the Black Leaf Lounge in Colindale, just down the road from Middlesex University. Food, milkshakes, cocktails and mocktails are also available, as well as their special cocktail shishas!

Meet at Platt Hall at 5:30pm then onto Black Leaf in Colindale 5:30pm - 12am Free entry. Confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com

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Your ticket is your t-shirt! Get your special pub crawl t-shirt at the MDXSU Welcome Desk, or pick one up on the night.

Meet at The Claddagh Ring at 7:30pm You’ll be heading into Camden from here so don’t forget your Oyster card!

7:30pm - late T-shirts cost £10, which includes your entries and special pub crawl deals!

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LONDON SCAVENGER HUNT What better way to get to know a new city and new friends than a huge scavenger hunt across London?! This exciting competition will see you visiting London’s most famous sights, from Buckingham Palace to Big Ben. After exploring the city you’ll head to the Museum of London for an adventure through time, visiting Tudor England, Victorian streets and London in the swinging 60s.

Meet in the Quad before heading out to Central London - bring your Oyster card!

10am - 5pm Further details TBC - please check UniHub events for more updates

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RIDES AND VIBES AT THORPE PARK A club night like no other! As well as exclusive late night thrills on Thorpe Park’s most exciting rides, the iconic Ministry of Sound will be dishing out nonstop floor fillers and big dance anthems until 3am.

Meet at MDXSU at 6pm 6pm - late £20, including entry and return travel. Tickets must be booked in advance - buy yours at www.mdxsu.com/events

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CHILL OUT SPACE

buddy meet & greet

The MDXSU Advice team invite you to the chill out space, a serene tent tucked away from the bustle of campus life. Join us for free yoga, meditation, spoken word, advice and support, or just pop by for a cup of tea and a chat. There will be activities on offer for children and babies too - everybody is welcome!

Starting uni can be daunting, which is why MDXSU’s Buddy Programme is here to help!

We match freshers up with returning student ‘Buddies’ who can show you the ropes and help you get settled in. This event is the first of two welcome events for everyone on the Buddy Programme! Want to get involved?

Send an email to studentadvice@mdx.ac.uk

Tented area outside Hatchcroft Just show up

MDX House Just show up

11am - 4pm Free of charge

3pm - 4pm Free event

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE PARTY

MDX Sport and MDXSU are bringing a slice of Wimbledon to MDX House! Join us on the terrace for a spot of pop up tennis. Don’t feel like channelling your inner Andy Murray or Serena Williams? Just buy yourself a Pimm’s and some strawberries and sit back and soak up the vibes! (PS. no need to fear the weather – with the whole of MDX House on offer, rain doesn’t need to stop play!)

This is the People’s Party – the drinks, the music and the DJs will all be decided by YOU. To have your say, you’ll need to like the Middlesex Students’ Union page on Facebook, and get ready to vote when the options are announced - the most popular theme will win! You can find our page by going to www.facebook.com/mdxsu MDX House

MDX House & Terrace 4pm - 7pm Free – please confirm that you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com SHARE THE BUZZ #MDXSU

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CHILL OUT SPACE

PRESSURE COOKER

The MDXSU Advice team invite you to the chill out space, a serene tent tucked away from the bustle of campus life. Join us for free yoga, meditation, spoken word, advice and support, or just pop by for a cup of tea and a chat. There will be activities on offer for children and babies too - everybody is welcome!

Pressure Cooker is London’s biggest freshers’ event! Students from universities across the capital come together for an unforgettable night at Fabric, a world-renowned, 2000 capacity nightclub in central London. With a line up of top international DJs and three rooms featuring a variety of genres, Pressure Cooker has something for everyone. It’s sold out ten years in a row - be quick or miss out!

Tented area outside Hatchcroft Just show up 11am - 4pm Free event

FRESHTIVAL You don’t need a tent or even a pair of wellies to get the full festival experience at MDX - this time we’re bringing the festival to you! Think fun, sun and happiness and maybe a flower headband or two, plus live music and performances throughout the day. Glastonbury, eat your heart out!

MDX House & Terrace Just show up 12pm - 7pm Free event

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Meet at Fabric 77A Charterhouse St, London EC1M 6HJ 9:30pm - 4am Free with wristband - confirm your place in advance. Standard tickets £10 and limited VIP tickets £15. Buy your tickets at www.mdxsu. com/events

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LGBT Meet & Greet

The MDXSU Advice team invite you to the chill out space, a serene tent tucked away from the bustle of campus life. Join us for free yoga, meditation, spoken word, advice and support, or just pop by for a cup of tea and a chat. There will be activities on offer for children and babies too - everybody is welcome!

This event is for Middlesex LGBT students, both old and new. Come along to MDX House to chill out, meet new people and find out about the MDXSU LGBT Assembly more about our Assemblies on page seven!

Tented area outside Hatchcroft Just show up

2pm - 4pm Free Event

MDX House Just show up

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POP-UP OUTDOOR CINEMA

NORTY AT MDX HOUSE

Love film? Love a film under the stars..? Join us for an amazing outdoor movie night with a huge inflatable screen! We’ll have classic cinema treats for sale to help complete your experience, all you have to do is bring yourself and something cosy. Keep an eye on our Facebook page to find out what we’ll be screening!

NORTY is a clubnight with a difference! It’s run by students, meaning they know what you want, and they’re keen to deliver it.

Expect bass-lines that have the walls shaking and jump up party anthems, dished out by some of the finest student DJs in London.

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MDX House 10pm - 2am Advance tickets are £3 or £5 on the door. Buy your tickets at www.mdxsu.com/events

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CHILL OUT SPACE

Get the low down on student life at the MDXSU Freshers’ Fair.

• Chat to resident MDX experts • Pick up some freebies and free food • Join societies and teams • Sign up for student discounts • Investigate local job opportunities • Join the gym • Get excited about uni life!

The MDXSU Advice team invite you to the chill out space, featuring free yoga, meditation, tea and advice. Children and babies are welcome too!

The Quad & around campus Just show up 10am - 4pm Free event

POW! MEDIA INFO HOUR Share your views, showcase your talents and boost your CV with POW! Media, our student magazine, blog, TV channel and radio station. Whether you see yourself as the next Annie Mac or you just want an excuse to get creative, join us to find out how you can get involved.

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Tented area outside Hatchcroft Just show up 11am - 4pm Free event

THAMES BOAT PARTY Spend the night cruising past some of the capital’s most infamous sights in London’s largest luxury boat! You’ll sail down the River Thames past the Tower of London - traffic grinding to a halt as Tower Bridge opens especially for you - before gliding on towards Canary Wharf and Greenwich. Whether you spend the evening dancing or watching the scenery float by, you won’t want to miss this.

Meet at Secret Location - we’ll send you the details via text/email closer to the time!

7pm - 12am This event is wristband only, and requires confirmation of attendance by emailing events@mdxsu.com - buy your wristband now at www.mdxsu.com/events

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FRESHERS’ FAIR

CHILL OUT SPACE

Get the low down on student life at the MDXSU Freshers’ Fair.

• Chat to resident MDX experts • Pick up some freebies and free food • Join societies and teams • Sign up for student discounts • Investigate local job opportunities • Join the gym • Get excited about uni life!

The MDXSU Advice team invite you to the chill out space, a serene tent tucked away from the hustle of campus life. Whether you’re after a cup of tea and a chat, a bit of free yoga and meditation, or you’re looking for advice and support, this is the place to be. Everyone is welcome - children and babies too!

The Quad & around campus Just show up 10am - 4pm Free event

POW! MEDIA INFO HOUR Share your views, showcase your talents and boost your CV with POW! Media, our student magazine, blog, TV channel and radio station. Whether you see yourself as the next Annie Mac or you just want an excuse to get creative, join us to find out how you can get involved.

POW! Media Studio - located next to MDXSU downstairs in MDX House.

2pm - 3pm Free

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Tented area outside Hatchcroft Just show up 11am - 4pm Free event

CIRCUS FRESHERS’ BALL Enter into the spirit of the circus at the official MDXSU Freshers’ Ball… Le Cirque Du MDXSU! Step into a world of spectacle, magic and excitement, featuring a spellbinding cast of characters and performers. Take inspiration from trapeze artists, ringmasters and mimes and dress in your circus best!

MDX House 9pm - 2am Free with wristband, advance tickets £7 and £10 on the door. Buy your ticket at www.mdxsu.com/events

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ONE WORLD DAY Interested in joining a religious or cultural society, or want to be part of a community of like-minded students? There’ll be lots of activities taking place at MDX House and on the terrace, showcasing the vibrancy of all the communities, religions and nationalities here at Middlesex!

MDX House & Terrace Just turn up 6pm - 9pm Free event

ONE WORLD DAY PARTY Take inspiration from our wonderful world for the MDXSU One World Party! We’re expecting some incredible outfits, so get inspired by your favourite places – the most imaginative costume wins!

MDX House & Terrace Just turn up 10pm - 2am Advance tickets are £5 or £7 on the door. Buy your ticket at www.mdxsu.com/events

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queen of hoxton rooftop party Experience one of London’s hippest rooftop bars, the Queen of Hoxton! Leave the chaos of London behind and immerse yourself in the rich culture and colours of Cuba - handily located on a Shoreditch rooftop! While away the hours listening to Cuban storytellers and sampling some rum, or head downstairs to continue the party!

Meet at The Queen of Hoxton 1-5 Curtain Road, London EC2A 3JX 6pm - late Free with wristband or £5 per ticket.

You must confirm or book your place in advance! Buy your ticket at www.mdxsu.com/events

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ICE BREAKER at MDX HOUSE SHISHA LOUNGE Ice Breaker is one of the longest running and most highly anticipated events of Freshers’.

With one of London’s premier DJs serving up the tastiest tracks, the Ice Breaker party is a huge event in the MDX calendar. Attracting students from every year, this event is always a sell out - don’t miss it!

MDX House 8pm - 2am £5 on the door

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Join your fellow students as we head to Edgware Road to visit one of London’s best shisha gardens. With Moroccan food on the menu and a delicious selection of cocktails and mocktails to pick from, this is the perfect place to relax and socialise!

Meet at MDXSU at 7pm before heading to Dar Marrakech on Edgware Road - bring your Oyster card!

7pm - 12am Free entry. Shisha available from £6.

Please confirm you’re coming by emailing events@mdxsu.com

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DRINKS AT the CLADDAGH RING

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QUIZ AND MOVIE NIGHT

You’ll probably be seeing a lot of the Cladd during your time at MDX, so it’s about time you were introduced... Join us for a drink and a chat at your student-friendly local!

Come over to MDX House for a fun night in!

Hosted by the MDX Christian Union society, this night features a quiz and a film - perfect for getting to know new people in a relaxing environment.

The Claddagh Ring Just turn up

MDX House Just show up

9pm - Late Free before 10pm, £5 after

7pm - 10pm Free event

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Mix ‘n’ blend Collab time! Join MDXSU’s POW! FM radio station in partnership with the MDX AfricanCaribbean Society (ACS) for a night of hip-hop, afrobeat and house music. These guys know how to party, so make the most of your invite!

MDX House 10pm - 2am Free with wristband, advance tickets £3, or £5 entry on the door. Buy your ticket at www.mdxsu.com/events

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