Digs Magazine: Sept 10 by Rob Ellerington

Digs

YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR MAGAZINE

Welcome to the best years of your life! 2010/11 ISSUE 1

September 2010

2 CONTENTS & WELCOME

CONTENTS

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Welcome to Digs Welfare Officer column Useful contacts What to expect Moving in top tips Room transfers

Energy & environment E-induction Arrival envelope Money worries

Introducing your Digs

The A-Team! Online shop A diverse community Block Welcomes

Resident Support

Bars eatwithUS

Bar events

Student Communities (p.10) Community Card (p.10) Community sport (p.11) Volunteering & fundraising (p.11) Community Development Committees (p.11) Give it a Little Go (p.12) Activities & events (p.12) Writing & photo competitions (p.12) Keep in the loop & contact info (p.12)

14 -19 Ranmoor listings (p.14-15) Endcliffe listings (p.16-17) City listings (p.18-19)

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Welcome to Sheffield and welcome to Digs! Everything you need to know about life in University accommodation is right here in this little magazine. It’s exclusive to the Student Communities and is here to help you have an amazing time whilst you’re living here. This first issue is packed full of information – from what to expect when you get here (p.3)

Digs magazine is published by ACS for the Student Communities. Digs Magazine Accommodation and Commercial Services The University of Sheffield 301 Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2HL Design: Rob Ellerington (rob.ellerington@gmail.com) Advertising enquiries: Tel: 0114 222 8956 Email: advertise@digsmag.co.uk

to details of the lovely staff who you’ll meet during your stay (p.5). Want to know about all the events and activities that have been planned to help you settle in? Find out on p. 6, 9 & 14-19. There’ll be three other issues of Digs for you to enjoy throughout the year – your Residential Mentor (p.7) will bring them on their visits and they’ll also be available in your cafés, bars and dining rooms. Look out for the listings posters that will be around the accommodation too. I hope you enjoy Digs and that you have a fun filled, memorable year in University accommodation.

Ruth Editor, Digs PS: If you’d like to get involved in Digs or if you have any feedback, email me at: ruth@digsmag.co.uk

The Student COMMUNITIES

Digs is printed on recycled paper

I’m the Welfare Officer at the Union, which means that I’m here to represent students on issues including money, housing, health and safety – you can find me upstairs in the Union and my door is always open, so pop in to see me or drop me an email at welfare. officer@sheffield.ac.uk

My door is always open, so pop in! Moving to a new city is never effortless and it’s often easy to feel isolated or lonely at first. If things don’t go right straight away, don’t worry. A lot of people may seem full of enthusiasm about what a great time they’re having, but this is often only because they feel that they should be and don’t want to admit if they’re not! Don’t suffer alone. There is plenty of support available from your Residential Mentor, the Student Advice Centre and Nightline (0114 222 8787). One of the best ways to settle in, meet new people and make lifelong friends is to get involved with your Community Development Committee (CDC) and with Union sports clubs and societies. University can be one of the best times of your life, but it takes time - so relax and settle in at your own pace! Nikki Bowater Welfare Officer

Useful contacts ACS Customer Services General advice and information about your accommodation Call: 0114 222 4488 Email: acs-customerservices@ shef.ac.uk

ACS Maintenance Helpdesk Report a maintenance problem in your accommodation at your Customer Services reception or Call: 0114 222 4488 Email: acs-helpdesk@shef.ac.uk

For general security advice and information:

Accommodation Office Advice and information about your contract, room changes and accommodation options for future years Call: 0114 222 4488 Email: accommodationoffice@ shef.ac.uk

24/7 Security Services In case of emergency Call: 0114 222 4444

The Student Villages and Tapton Hall Call: 0114 222 4075 Email: monitoringstation@shef. ac.uk

For more information about our Security Services, visit: www.shef. ac.uk/security

Students’ Union Welfare Officer

City and Central Campus Call: 0114 222 4085 Email: security@shef.ac.uk

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Welcome to your home from home! What to expect when you get here The majority of students arrive over Intro Weekend, Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 September. There’ll be a warm welcome awaiting you at your accommodation, with loads of people around to help and lots of fantastic events and activities planned to help you meet other people in your Community.

Take time to settle in The first few weeks at University will be a bit of a whirlwind and it’s really important that you give yourself time to get used to your new life as a Sheffield student. It’s fine to miss home, to not know your way around the city straight away or to not be the best of buddies with all your flatmates… these things can take time.

Your Residential Mentors (p.7) are always around to offer advice if you want it, or just a listening ear if you’d like someone to talk to. But if you still aren’t happy after four weeks, you can apply to transfer to alternative University accommodation by picking up a form from Customer Services at The Edge, The Ridge and at propertywithUS, level 4, University House.

There’ll be a warm welcome awaiting you There'll be so much for you to think about on the day, but the most important thing is getting to your room and settling into your new home. Here are some top tips for what to expect over Intro Weekend and what you'll need to do when you get here.

Top tips for moving in Before you set off Make sure you check the directions to your accommodation, key collection point, opening hours and car parking locations. Double check the time slot that you’ve chosen for arriving and collecting your keys – you chose this when you completed your E-induction. If you haven’t completed your E-induction yet – do it now! Find out more on p.4 Remember to bring a copy of your Residence Contract and proof of ID with you – you need these to collect your keys.

When you arrive

meet your flatmates and find out what’s going on in your Community - there are loads of fantastic activities and events planned to welcome you and help you settle in. Find out more p.6, 9 & 14-19.

It will be busy on the roads as there are thousands of students arriving in Sheffield at the same time. Please be patient with the traffic, you will get here and your room will be waiting for you! Once you’ve parked up, you’ll get an hour to collect your keys and unload your car. If your family and friends want to stay a bit longer, they’ll have to move to an alternative car park… although you might

want them to leave, so you can get on with meeting your new flatmates! When you’ve collected your keys, make your way to your room – there will be lots of people around to help direct you and give you a hand with your luggage. Once you've settled into your room, it's time to

You might also want to register for your University computer account, which means you can access the internet from your bedroom. There’ll be a registration centre in The Edge and The Ridge over Intro Weekend, or you can wait until you go to campus to register for your course during Intro Week. To find out more about moving in, visit: www.shef.ac.uk/ accommodation/ arriving

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Energy & Environment

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E-induction

Working together to save the planet Come along to The Edge Piazza in The Endcliffe Village on Wednesday 29 September to purchase bargainous second-hand, reconditioned bikes, have a riding refresher course or even learn to ride from scratch. Dr. Bike will also be there to give your wheels the once over!

Small changes, big difference Start doing your bit for the environment today:

We emailed you a link to your E-induction when you accepted your contract. You should have already completed it by now, but if you haven’t, it’s essential that you do. It contains lots of important information about living in University accommodation – it’s also where you book your time slot for arriving and collecting your keys. Time slots are issued on a first come, first served basis, so log onto your E-induction now to get the time you want!

l Don’t over fill your kettle –

only boil the amount you need

Dr. Bike makes a house call The ACS team are involved in a number of environmental initiatives looking at what they can do to reduce their impact on the environment… now it’s your turn! Last year, as part of the national Student Switch Off campaign, residents managed to bring about a 14% reduction in energy use in the residences – will you be able to beat them this year? Find out more at: www.studentswitchoff.org

Cycling is one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel – and Sheffield is the perfect city hit the road on two wheels!

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you’re out of the room

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Cans Plastic Card Paper Glass

Wonga worries If you’re concerned about not being able to paying your rent, don’t brush it under the carpet. The sooner you talk to someone, the sooner any potential problems can be resolved, so get in touch with residencefees@ shef.ac.uk today.

Important information in your Arrival Envelope

Welcome to The University of Sheﬃeld. This pack contains important information about your accommodation. Please keep it in a safe place. Top tip: Keep your contract safe by storing it in this envelope! This information pack contains:

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Room Access Items

Keys and/or access card.

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Inventory Guidance

Advice on how to complete your inventory.

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Useful Contacts

Contact details for services in the residences, including: Customer Services, Accommodation Office, Security Services and the Maintenance Helpdesk.

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eatwithUS information

Details of where to eat on campus, how to sign up for an eatwithUS card and a selection of food and drink offers.

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Community Membership Card

You’ll need your card to get access to exclusive events and activities in your community.

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Security and Safety Advice

Security and safety advice and support during your stay in University accommodation.

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Meningitis Awareness Information

How to spot the signs and what action to take.

If you are unsure about anything, just ask! For everything you need to know about living in University accommodation, visit www.sheffield.ac.uk/accommodation We wish you a successful and enjoyable year! The Accommodation & Campus Services team

When you collect your keys, you’ll be given an ‘Arrival Envelope’ that will also contain your Community Card, Useful Contacts, Security and Safety advice, a Meningitis awareness leaflet and information about your Inventory. It’s really important that you read everything, particularly the guidance on how to complete your Inventory.

What is an Inventory? It’s an online form, similar to a multiple choice questionnaire which you need to complete

within seven days of your contract start date. You’ll be asked to confirm the condition and presence of items in your accommodation with questions like, “Is your computer chair ok/missing/ damaged/not working?”

Why do I need to complete the Inventory? We carefully inspect the accommodation before you move in, but sometimes, things can be missed. Reporting a problem in your

Inventory means that the relevant ACS team can resolve it and that you won’t be held responsible at a later date. If you don’t tell them that there’s a problem, ACS will have to assume that you caused it and you may be charged. Don’t let that happen – complete your Inventory within seven days!

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Shop online Did you know you can buy student essentials like bedding and towels, eatwithUS cards and tickets for Community events online before you get to Sheffield? It couldn’t be simpler and they’ll be here waiting for you when you collect your keys. Perfect for students travelling to Sheffield or if you want to beat the crowds and ensure you get into all the popular Intro events. Log onto: onlineshop. shef.ac.uk and click on the ‘Accommodation & Commercial Services – withUS’ link. Or if you’d prefer, they’ll also be available to buy at your accommodation over Intro Weekend.

The A-Team! Meet your accommodation team

A Diverse Community

University accommodation isn’t just for first years. The residences are made up of a diverse community of students, including returners, postgraduates, couples and families, home and International students and of course, first years, so there are plenty of opportunities to mix with a wide range of people. Many other UK universities only offer accommodation to first years, so when the time comes for you to think about accommodation for future years, it’s worth remembering that you can continue to take advantage of all the benefits of living in University accommodation throughout your academic career.

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Accommodation and Commercial Services (ACS) is the University department responsible for looking after your accommodation. There’s a whole team of people dedicated to helping make your transition into University life as easy as possible – and ensuring that you have a fantastic time whilst you’re here. During your stay, you’ll meet lots of people from the ACS team:

Maintenance

Communities

Report a maintenance problem in your accommodation to this team (excl. Opal 2).

Lauren and Matt organise a wide range of activities and events and work closely with Community Development Committees. Find out more on p.10-12.

Accommodation Office

There’s a team of people dedicated to helping you

This team will have allocated your room and issued your contract. Contact them for anything relating to your contract or for advice and information about your accommodation options for future years. Call: 0114 222 4488 Email: accommodationoffice @shef.ac.uk In person: propertywithUS, Level 4, University House

Customer Services

Visit: www.shef.ac.uk/ accommodation/facilities/ maintenance Call: 0114 222 4488 Email: acs-helpdesk@shef. ac.uk In person: The Edge and The Ridge receptions

Security Services They monitor the safety and security of the Student Villages and Campus, 24/7. The Villages Call: 0114 222 4075 Email: monitoringstation @shef.ac.uk

Call: 0114 222 8689/8622 Email: communities@shef. ac.uk Visit: www. sheffieldstudentsunion.com/ communities In person: 11a Endcliffe Crescent, The Endcliffe Village or Activities & Sports Zone, Level 3, Students’ Union

Resident Support Your Residential Mentors provide welfare support and advice if you need it. Mentors are available at The Edge Hub, The Ridge and Opal 2 reception every evening from 6-7pm. Find out more about the team on p.7.

Porters

They’re here to help with keys, post, lost property and room bookings.

City & Central Campus Call: 0114 222 4085 Email: security@shef.ac.uk

Assist the Security team, provide Customer Services support out of hours and much more.

Call: 0114 22 4488 Email: acs-customerservices @shef.ac.uk In person: The Edge and The Ridge receptions. There’s also a Customer Reception at Opal 2, but this isn’t operated by ACS.

eatwithUS team

Housekeeping

They manage all the catering outlets in the Villages and on campus, look after the eatwithUS card and arrange themed dining nights throughout the year. Call: 0114 222 8909 Email: eatwithus@shef.ac.uk

Carry out inspections in all accommodation each term and provide a cleaning service in communal areas in some accommodation.

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Your Block Welcome The perfect chance to say hello! Go along to your Block Welcome – everyone will be there, so it’s the perfect chance to say hello! You’ll get to meet your Residential Mentors and the Communities Team will be there too to tell you about all the events, activities and free sport on offer throughout the year. You can also find out about getting involved in your Community Development Committee.

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The Ranmoor Village Kinder Mon 20 Sep. 5-6pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Wimberry A-D Tue 21 Sep. 5-6pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Wimberry E-H Tue 21 Sep. 6-7pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Ramshaw Wed 22 Sep. 5-6pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Ravenstones Wed 22 Sep. 6-7pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Windgather A-D Thurs 23 Sep. 5-6pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Windgather E-H Thurs 23 Sep. 6-7pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge Laddow Thurs 23 Sep. 6-7pm @ Dovedale, The Ridge

The ENDCLIFFE Village Stephenson Mon 20 Sep. 5-6pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room

Stephenson South Wing Mon 20 Sep. 6-7pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room Burbage Mon 20 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 2, The Edge Crescent Flats Mon 20 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge Endcliffe Avenue houses Mon 20 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge Lawrencefield Mon 20 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 2, The Edge Oakholme Road houses Mon 20 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge Carrysbrook Court Tue 21 Sep. 5-6pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room Birchen Tue 21 Sep. 6-7pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room Cratcliffe Tue 21 Sep. 6-7pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room Halifax Tue 21 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Sharman Room, Halifax

Endcliffe Crescent houses Wed 22 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge

Millstone Fri 24 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Middleton Room, Halifax

Howden Wed 22 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 2, The Edge

Rivelin Fri 24 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 2, The Edge

Endcliffe Vale Flats Wed 22 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Sharman Room, Halifax

CITY & CENTRAL CAMPUS

Curbar Wed 22 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge Yarncliffe Wed 22 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 2, The Edge Stanage Wed 22 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 5, The Edge Froggatt Thurs 23 Sep. 6-7pm @ The Endcliffe Lounge Games Room Crewe Thurs 23 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ High Tor 1, The Edge Jonas Court Thurs 23 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Sharman Room, Halifax Derwent Thurs 23 Sep. 7.15-8.15pm @ High Tor 1, The Edge

Opal 2, A-B Tue 22 Sep. 5.10-6.10pm @ Firth Hall Opal 2, C-D Tue 22 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Firth Hall Opal 2, E-F Wed 23 Sep. 5.10-6pm @ Firth Hall Opal 2, G Wed 23 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Firth Hall St George’s Flats Thurs 24 Sep. 5.10-6pm @ Firth Hall Clarkson Street houses Thurs 24 Sep. 5.10-6.10pm @ Firth Hall Mappin Court Thurs 24 Sep. 5.10-6.10pm @ Firth Hall Broad Lane Court Thurs 24 Sep. 6.15-7.15pm @ Firth Hall

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Residential Mentors Helping you make the most of your time in Uni accommodation What they do The Resident Support team are made up of 88 Residential Mentors who are here to help you settle in, look after your wellbeing and support you with any welfare, accommodation, academic or personal issues you may be having throughout the year. Whether you’re homesick, are struggling with your course, are having personal problems or just want someone to talk to – the Mentors are here to help. Don’t feel that you’re alone. They’re trained to provide advice and support and were once first years too, so they’ve experienced what it’s like to move to a new city.

Who’s my Mentor? You each have your own dedicated Residential Mentor who looks after around 60 other residents. You’ll get to meet your Mentor, along with all the other Mentors in your Community, at your Block Welcome over Intro Week. Find out when your Block Welcome is on p.6.

They’re students like you and live in your Community.

Shhh! As well as providing welfare support and advice, they also deal with disciplinary issues. So if your flatmates are being too noisy late at night (or you’re the one making too much noise!), they’ll help sort it out.

Staying up? Keep it down They’re also here to help you get along with your neighbours in the local community. Remember to be respectful when you’re coming home late by keeping the noise down and following the dedicated green routes.

When they’re available There’ll be Mentors at The Edge Hub, The Ridge and Opal 2 reception every evening between 6-7pm. Your dedicated Mentor will also visit you every fortnight, so you’ll have lots of opportunities to get to know them throughout the year.

Minute with a Mentor Teslim Giwa is an International student in the third year of his Architecture PhD. He lives in The Ranmoor Village and looks after residents of Shore Court and Laddow. Tell the readers of Digs a bit about yourself… I trained as an architect before coming to Sheffield and have a passion for architecture and the arts and I won’t hesitate to offer criticism to bland taste! I listen to a lot of soul music and spoken word poetry, play basketball, watch football and I love to read. What’s your favourite thing about being a Mentor? It’s an ideal part-time job and gives me an opportunity to develop skills that’ll come in handy in the future. The working environment would probably rank as one of the best and, of course, it’s got its benefits and remunerations, such as being able to live in such great accommodation. I really enjoy working with my fellow students and get a great sense of fulfilment from seeing the positive effects of the support given to them. Describe a typical shift… A shift starts at 6pm – I respond to emails and enquiries until 7.30pm when I visit the students in my area to see how they’re doing and communicate information about the accommodation – including delivering Digs. Between 9pm and 11.30pm, I tour the accommodation to check for any noise disturbances then at the end of the evening, I log everything that’s gone on and clock off at midnight. I’m still on call via my mobile phone until 6am and respond to any incidents during this time.

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Your bars & lovely bar team! Enjoy a drink in safe surroundings Head down to one of your bars to enjoy a post-lecture pint or a pre-party tipple – you’ll have the best-looking bar team in Sheffield serving you *cough* and you can pick up a bite to eat while you’re there too. Wherever you are, there’s always something going on in your bar. Find out about the events and activities during Intro on p.9 and keep an eye out for the listings posters around your accommodation for details of what’s going on throughout the rest of the year.

Your bars are: The Edge Bar and The Endcliffe Lounge in The Endcliffe Village The Ridge Café Bar in The Ranmoor Village University Arms on campus

Good times. Bad times. We know that most students like a drink or two, and the first few weeks of term can seem like an endless whirlwind of one party after another. Social events are an important part of University life and can be a great opportunity to meet new people and get to know Sheffield. But, alcohol can lower your inhibitions and make you behave in ways that you wouldn’t normally, so it’s really important that you think about the consequences of drinking too much. Know your limits, stop drinking when you feel like you’ve had enough, and don’t be led by peer pressure.

The residences bars are the perfect place to drink sensibly – check out the ACS Responsible Drinking

Policy at: www.shef. ac.uk/accommodation/ policiesandprocedures.html

Can’t cook, won’t cook? Why not

“You can use your eatwithUS card in the residences and on campus. It’s good to have the option to eat when you want and be able to grab something when it suits you.” Sarah-Jo Hale

Can’t cook? Budgeting not your forté? Mum and Dad worried about you eating well whilst at Uni? Then the eatwithUS card is the solution! You get a weekly budget to spend on food and drink in fifteen outlets in the Villages and on campus. It’s really flexible and there’s loads of choice. So, whether you want to grab breakfast on the run, brunch with your flatmates, lunch in between lectures or a nutritious home cooked evening meal, there’ll be something that you fancy at a time to suit you. l All residents can have one,

even if you’re self-catering

l Get exclusive discounts in all

fifteen eatwithUS outlets

l Choose from £30, £40 or

£50 a week to spend

? Intro weekend opening times You’ll probably be tired and hungry when you arrive, but there’ll be lots of places for you to re-fuel!

Buy your eatwithUS card online before you get to Sheffield and it’ll be waiting for you at your accommodation when you collect your keys.

The Edge Café 7am-10pm The Edge Dining Room Breakfast, 8am-10am Dinner, 5.30pm-7.30pm

Find out more about the eatwithUS card and how to buy online at: www.shef. ac.uk/accommodation/ prospective/food&drink

IC Café 10am-6pm

For details of eatwithUS outlet opening times throughout the year, visit: www.shef.ac.uk/ catering/university-outlets. html

Mappin Coffee Cart 8am-3pm

Jessop Café 10am-7pm

The Ridge Café Bar 8.30am-8pm

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Bar events Make the most of your Intro Week with our fantastic bar events

THE RIDGE BAR, Ranmoor

THE EDGE BAR, Endcliffe

Saturday 18th September

Wednesday 22nd September

Live Premier League Football

ROAR Pre-Bar From 9pm. This massive sports themed ROAR pre-bar features a ROAR DJ spinning your favourite tunes.

Bar open 12pm-1am Live Premier League Football

Wednesday 22nd September ROAR Pre-Bar and Rag Bar Crawl 5pm-12am. Get on your animal outfits and come down to the ROAR pre-bar and then out on the Ranmoor Rag Bar Crawl. GRRR!

Thursday 23rd September It’s a Knockout Pool Tournament From 5pm. With big cash prizes and loads of amazing giveaways. Don’t worry if you get knocked out early – you can still play in our Speed Pool and Killer Pool bonus games for free! Sign up online for only £5*. Welcome Evening Come along to this chilled first night – the perfect chance to get to know your new flatmates, meet other residents and your beautiful bar team!

Bar open 12pm-1am Welcome Evening Come along to this chilled first night – the perfect chance to get to know your new flatmates, meet other residents and your beautiful bar team!

Sunday 19th September Bar open 12pm-7.30am and 9pm until 3am Live Premier League Football Man Utd v Liverpool @ 1.30pm and Chelsea v Blackpool @ 4pm Endcliffe Beach Party sponsored by Sol 9pm until 3am. Come and say ‘Aloha!’ to all your new Endcliffe buddies - with loads of freebies to help transport you to Honolulu, including beach hats, grass skirts, beach balls and more. Tickets only £5*.

Sunday 19th September Bar open 12pm-12am

Live Premier League Football Man Utd v Liverpool at 1.30pm and Chelsea v Blackpool at 4pm Ranmoor Beach Party Sponsored by Sol 8pm until 12am. Come and say ‘Aloha!’ to all your new Ranmoor mates at the biggest party of the year! Show off your skills on the surfing simulator to win goodies! Plus, there’ll be loads of freebies to help transport you to Honolulu, including beach hats, grass skirts, beach balls and more. Tickets only £5*.

Monday 20th September Population Pre-Bar

Tuesday 21st September Ridge School Disco Sponsored by Sourz 8pm -12am. You may be at Uni now, but this is your chance to go back to school for one night only! Freebies given out all night include school ties, caps, candy floss and popcorn. Tickets are £5*.

Sunday 27th September The Big Quiz Sponsored by Walkers Crisps Get a team together for this quiz with big prizes and the chance to win a cash jackpot in our weekly bonus game! Starts at 8pm, but get in early to get a seat and a sheet! Live Premier League Football

Bar open 2pm-1am It’s a Knockout Pool Tournament From 5pm. With big cash prizes and loads of amazing giveaways. Don’t worry if you get knocked out early – you can still play in our Speed Pool and Killer Pool bonus games for free! Sign up online for only £5*.

Friday 24th September Bar open 5pm-1am

Cuban Cocktail and Casino Evening Sponsored by Bacardi Mojito Grab a Mojito, dance to vibrant Latin American tunes then head to the black jack or roulette table where there’ll be great prizes for the biggest chip winners.

Bar open 12 noon -1am

Karaoke Night Head down to The Ridge Bar for our first Karaoke night of the year! Belt out all of your favourite tracks until 1am.

Live Premier League Football

Thursday 23rd September

Saturday 26th September

Friday 24th September

Saturday 26th September

Bar open 5pm-1am

Monday 20th September

Bar open 5pm-1am Population Pre-Bar

Tuesday 21st September Endcliffe School Disco Sponsored by Sourz 9pm until 3am. Have a ride on the Rodeo Bull to win prizes then head to The Edge Tuck Shop for free sweets, popcorn and candy floss plus school ties and caps. Tickets £5.

Rockaoke Sponsored by Gaymers Cider From 9pm. This is the ultimate rock star experience – your chance to be the lead singer of a band. One of our most popular events last year, you do not want to miss out on this it one! Live Premier League Football

*To buy tickets online, visit: onlineshop.shef.ac.uk and click on the ‘Accommodation & Commercial Services – withUS’ link

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Three Student Communities. One year. Game on!

The Student COMMUNITIES

Introducing your Student Communities: Endcliffe Village, Ranmoor Village & City

Your Community Membership Card

You’ll receive your Community Membership Card in your Arrival Envelope when you collect your keys (find out more on p.4) You need to keep your card safe as it: l Is proof that you live in

Depending on where you live, you’re a part of one of the following Student Communities:

Endcliffe Village Ranmoor Village City The Student Communities are here to fit as much fun stuff as possible into one year so that there’s a massive programme

of stuff for you to get involved in, from festivals and parties, film nights to dance classes. There’s also the opportunity for you to put on your own events by getting involved in your Community Development Committee (CDC). The Communities team work with the other teams in ACS, the Union, RAG, Volunteering and USport to make sure there’s something for everyone.

You’ve already paid your money - spend it! How is all this fabulous stuff funded? As part of your rent, you’ve already paid what we call your Community Contribution which comes into the Communities pot and goes to fund the programme. It’s your money, so make sure you get involved and let us know how you want it spent.

your Student Community. l Gives you access to all

of your exclusive Student Community events, activities and discounts.

Keep it safe!

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Community sport For competition or just a bit of fun, get involved and get fit! The Communities run a whole host of sport for you to get involved in...

Be part of your Community Development Committee Interested in events? Sports? Volunteering? Charity? Running trips and block socials?

Competitive Sport Join a team and play in our friendly competitive Intra-Mural Leagues, which run throughout the year – men’s and women’s football, netball and hockey… plus we discount them especially for you!

Social Sport Your fun, free social sports night every Friday 7pm-10pm at Goodwin Sports Centre. The sports on offer vary each week and we try and run specialist sessions – but most weeks include basketball, badminton, squash, table tennis and bouldering. Plus, there are board games on hand too for when you want to relax. Just come along to join in – and remember to bring your Community Card. Plus, there’ll be lots of other tournaments and interCommunity competitions throughout the year...

Community volunteering & fundraising RAG (Raising And Giving) Sheffield RAG organise loads of charity events to support charities in the local area. During Intro Week, the Communities and RAG will be teaming up to run your fantastic Charity Bar Crawls... Plus, we’ll be linking up throughout the year to offer more fundraising fun-ness!

Volunteering The Communities also work with the award-winning Sheffield Volunteering to provide some fantastic volunteering opportunities for you.

It’s your chance to have a year in office to: l Organise fantastic

events, projects and activities l Influence, lead and

motivate your student Community l Develop your skills and

enhance your CV

Just Do It Projects These taster volunteering sessions are a great opportunity to discover Sheffield, meet new mates, give something back to the local community and get some great CV experience. Past projects include Endcliffe students helping Whirlow Hall Farm to run a comedy fundraising night, Ranmoor students running crafts and sports at a local school, and helping out at a Community Allotment.

We’ll be recruiting a team of student leaders in each Community to run their own events and activities. Getting involved in your CDC gives you the chance to have your say, organise and run your own activities and events in the bar and meet loads of new people. Your role also gives you great experience to add onto your CV and counts toward the Sheffield Graduate Award.

l Attend an all-inclusive

Residential Training Weekend in the Peak District Endcliffe Community Garden Your very own usable green space, open to all Communities. Do as much or as little as you like. Get involved with the design or just come and do a bit of planting... Ideas so far: international herb garden, rockery, water feature, raised flower beds, fruit growing, sensory garden...

We need one Committee for each of the Student Communities: The Endcliffe Village, The Ranmoor Village and City. Look out for more details about elections in a few weeks… Want to get involved in your CDC? Then get in touch! communities@shef.ac.uk

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Communities activities

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The Communities have a whole host of activities just for you...

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Weekly free film night showing classics and the latest DVD releases. To let us know what you want to see, email: communities@ shef.ac.uk Board Games & Cake Nights Every two weeks, with free cake and hot drink Postgraduate Trips & Socials Every two weeks Weekly free social sports evening Every Friday with badminton, squash, bouldering and basketball Plus, there’ll be lots of Community outings like iceskating, bowling, quasar, skiing, museum and Peak District trips at discounted prices – allowing you to meet new friends and have fun at the same time.

Communities events The Communities work with the bars at Ranmoor, Endcliffe and the Union to put on legendary events exclusively for you, as well as a regular Entertainments programme... Past events include: l Open Mic / Band Night l Christmas Ball l Rockaokee l Fashion Show l Mexican Night l St. Patrick’s Party l Summer BBQ Extravaganza l Headphone Disco l Open Decks Night Plus your regular bar programme of quizzes, karaoke, football and lots more.

These taster activity sessions are designed to let you try something new whilst meeting like-minded folk in your Community at the same time. The Community Contribution you’ve already paid means that you can enjoy super discounted rates for these sessions. From yoga, pilates and African drumming to iceskating, quasar and crafts… there’s something for everyone.

Writing & photo competitions Win a £100 camera & £50 book vouchers!

Keep in the loop

Write about your Intro Week experiences and win publication in the next issue of Digs along with £50 worth of Waterstone’s vouchers.

your best experience so far? Submit your entries to ruth@digsmag.co.uk by 15 October 2010.

Website: www. sheffieldstudentsunion.com/ communities

In 250-500 words, we want you to tell us about your experiences of coming to Uni... How did you feel in the days before you came to Sheffield? What was it like when you met your flatmates for the first time? Which events and activities did you attend to help you settle in? What’s been

Submit your photo on the Communities webpages for the chance to win!

Twitter: www.twitter.com/SU_ Communities

Your photo must be themed “My Intro Community Experience”. The competition opens on 18th September 2010 and closes on Friday 8th October.

Join your OFFICIAL Student Community Facebook groups now to make sure you don’t miss out what’s happening: l Official Endcliffe Village Student Community 2010/11 l Official Ranmoor Village Student Community 2010/11

l Official City Student Community 2010/11 Look out for your weekly “What’s on in my Community?” email - we’ll send this to your University email account every Monday to let you know what’s happening in the coming week.

You have two full-time members of staff here to make sure that you have the best time whilst living in University accommodation. Get in touch to tell us what stuff you’d like to organise or see happening in your Community. Email: communities@shef.ac.uk Call: 0114 222 8689 Call in and see us: 11a Endcliffe Crescent, The Endcliffe Village / Activities Zone, Students’ Union, Level 3

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14 LISTINGS: RANMOOR SATURDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER Welcome to your Ranmoor Village Community 10am-4pm, The Ridge Piazza. Come to the Communities stall to find out about what events and activities to go to, how to get involved, plus meet some friendly faces and get hold of your Communities Bar Crawl tickets.

Ranmoor Community FREE Sport Information Stand – with U Sport 6pm-8pm, The Ridge reception Ranmoor Community Quasar Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £3 available from The Ridge reception

WEDNESDAY 22ND SUNDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER Welcome to your Ranmoor Village Community 10am-4pm, The Ridge Piazza. Come to the Communities stall to find out about what events and activities to go to, how to get involved, plus meet some friendly faces and get hold of your Communities Bar Crawl tickets.

Communities Winter Gardens and Millennium Galleries Trip Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, FREE Community Garden Tea Party, with Sheffield Volunteering From 2pm, Community Garden, 14 Oakholme Road, The Endcliffe Village Open to all Communities – with FREE tea and cakes. Ranmoor Community Skiing Trip Meet 1.15pm, outside The Ridge. Tickets £8 in advance from The Ridge reception. Suitable for beginners and above.

MONDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER Communities Speed-Debating with FREE hot drink and cake 3pm-5pm, Coffee Revolution, level 3 Students’ Union. Free entry. Open to all Communities. Meet some fellow residents as you speed-discuss a selection of issues – from the serious to the hilarious. Communities Postgraduate Bowling Trip Meet 5.30pm outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets £3-50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office (includes transport). For all postgraduates living in University accommodation.

GET RAG’d: Ranmoor Community Animal Bar Crawl 7pm – 3am, starts The Ridge Bar Ticket price includes t-shirt, cheap drinks offers, bar crawl and entry to Population We wanna see those cats, dogs, zebras, monkeys, lions & tigers! Get your tickets from your pink RAG rep at your accommodation, or from Box Office at the Students’ Union. This event always sells out so don’t miss out!

THURSDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER Ranmoor Community Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Men’s and Women’s Football 2pm-3pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free. We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session so come down as an individual or with any new friends.

Communities Sheffield City Tour with FREE hot drink and cake Meet 2pm, outside The Ridge. Free event. Please bring money for bus fare.

Ranmoor Community Sunday Lunch The Ridge Bar, 12pm-2pm Come down and enjoy a traditional Sunday roast at The Ridge’s carvery – with an exclusive £2 discount off your meal!

FRIDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER Communities Cinema Trip Meet 6pm outside Students’ Union main entrance; tickets just £3 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office. Ranmoor Community: Global Culture Exchange 7pm-10pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs, The Ridge, FREE With FREE snacks, drinks, face paints and badges. Paint your face and travel around the different country-themed tables to share your stories, phrases and tips at this informal social evening.

Ranmoor Community X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Dovedale Common Room, FREE

SUNDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER Ranmoor Community Common Room and Cake Monsal Dale room upstairs, The Ridge, 4pm-5pm. With FREE cake! Come and meet your new Ranmoor neighbours over a FREE cake and have some old-school fun with board games like Monopoly, Cluedo and Cranium

Communities Postgraduate Trip: Jazz at the Showroom Meet 11.30am outside Students’ Union main entrance Please bring money for the tram fare and refreshments. For all postgraduates living in University accommodation.

Communities Discounted tickets to ‘Give it a Go’ Theatre Trip: ‘Hamlet’ at the Crucible Theatre Meet at the Crucible Theatre at 6.45pm, the performance starts at 7.15pm. Get your ticket for just £7.50 from Students’ Union Box Office!

Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Circus Skills 2.30pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge, FREE

TUESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

Ranmoor Community Trip on the Sheffield Wheel Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £2.50 in advance from The Ridge Reception.

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Communities Discounted Tickets to ‘Give it a Go’ Chatsworth House & Gardens Meet 10.30am outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets just £15 in advance at Students’ Union Box Office (includes transport and admission)

MONDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER Communities Free “IM” Sports League – Team Groupings – Netball 3pm-4pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session so come down as an individual or with any new friends. Be your Block Social Rep 7pm-8pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge Interested in running events? Sports? Volunteering? Charity? Socials and trips? Then come along and find out how to get involved. Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or just come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free. Ranmoor Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Dovedale Common Room, upstairs in The Ridge Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER Communities Sport: FREE Taster Session 6pm-9pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road. FREE.

Don’t miss out! Carry your Community Membership Card with you at all times!

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Communities Folk Train Trip Meet 6.15pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £5 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office Join us for Sheffield’s fabulous folk train trip – a live band play us into the Peak District village of Edale (music on front carriage), where we head to a traditional English pub before heading home for some more tunes on the train. Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Taekwondo Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge, 6.45pm-8.45pm. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Ridge Reception Suitable for absolute beginners, so everyone’s welcome to come along and have a go!

Ranmoor Community Bowling Trip Meet 5.15pm outside The Ridge reception, tickets £3.50 in advance from The Ridge reception (includes transport) Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free!

SATURDAY 2ND OCTOBER Communities 2D Cinema Screening: “Big Font. Large Spacing” High Tor 2, The Edge, 8pm, Free Indie film production company ‘33Story’ screen their off-beat independent comedy “BIG FONT. LARGE SPACING”. The film is a unique exploration of British student life as two slacker psychology students aim to complete an essay in 12 hours! www.2DCinema.com Ranmoor Community X-Factor Night – with FREE pizza 7pm, Dovedale Common Room, FREE

WEDNESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER Communities Postgraduate Social with FREE hot drink and cookie The Edge Cafe, Endcliffe Village, 7pm-8.30pm Free – open to Endcliffe and Ranmoor postgraduates. Ranmoor Community IceSkating Trip Meet 7.15pm outside The Ridge reception. Tickets £4 in advance from The Ridge reception Includes skate hire and transport.

THURSDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga 7-8pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Ridge reception Communities Sheffield Ghost Walk Trip Meet 7pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, tickets £2 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office

SUNDAY 3RD OCTOBER Communities Discounted Tickets to ‘Give it a Go’ Harewood House & Leeds. Meet 9am outside Bar One, Level 2, Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets just £15 at Students’ Union Box Office Ranmoor Community Sunday Lunch The Ridge Bar, 12pm-2pm Come down and enjoy a traditional Sunday roast at The Ridge’s carvery – with an exclusive £2 discount off your meal! Communities Trip to Botanical Gardens – bring your own picnic Meet 1pm, outside The Ridge reception, FREE

FRIDAY 1ST OCTOBER

MONDAY 4TH OCTOBER

Ranmoor Community Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Football (Men’s and Women’s) and Netball Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge, 6.30pm-8.30pm, free. We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session so come down as an individual or with any new friends.

Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or just come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free.

Ranmoor Community X-Factor Night – with FREE pizza 7pm, Dovedale Common Room, FREE

SUNDAY 10TH OCTOBER

Ranmoor Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Dovedale Common Room, upstairs in The Ridge Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 5TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Indian Head Massage 7pm-8pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge, tickets £1.50 in advance from The Ridge reception In this introductory course you will learn the theory and practical skills to carry out basic Indian Head Massage on each other. Ranmoor Community Brewery Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside The Ridge reception, The Ranmoor Village. Tickets £2.50 in advance from The Ridge reception See the equipment and learn about the brewing process in one of the city’s most popular breweries – there’ll also be time for a free beer along the way!

Ranmoor Community Sunday Lunch The Ridge Bar, 12pm-2pm Come down and enjoy a traditional Sunday roast at The Ridge’s carvery – with an exclusive £2 discount off your meal!

MONDAY 11TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Dovedale Common Room, upstairs in The Ridge Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 12TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Mug-Painting 7pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge. Tickets £2.50 in advance from The Ridge reception

THURSDAY 7TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community Board Games and Cake 7pm-8.30pm, Dovedale Common Room, upstairs, The Ridge With FREE hot drink and cake Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga (Week 1 of 3 week course) 7-8pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge. Tickets £3 for 3 week course, in advance from The Ridge reception

FRIDAY 8TH OCTOBER Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free!

SATURDAY 9TH OCTOBER Communities Meadowhall Shopping Centre Trip Meet 1pm outside Students’ Union main entrance Please bring money for the tram (£3.50) and for shopping

THURSDAY 14TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga (Week 2 of 3 week course) 7-8pm, Monsal Dale, upstairs The Ridge, tickets £3 for 3 week course, in advance from The Ridge reception

SATURDAY16TH OCTOBER Ranmoor Community X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Dovedale Common Room, FREE

You’ll need it to: Get into all these events and activities; Buy tickets; Receive exclusive discounts.

16 LISTINGS: ENDCLIFFE SATURDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER Welcome to your Endcliffe Village Community 10am-4pm, The Edge Piazza Come to the Communities stall to find out about what events and activities to go to, how to get involved, plus meet some friendly faces and get hold of your Communities Bar Crawl tickets.

Endcliffe Community Skiing Trip 5pm-8pm, meet 1.15pm, outside The Edge Hub. Tickets £8 in advance when you show your Community Membership Card at The Edge Hub. Suitable for beginners and above.

TUESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER

Endcliffe Village Tour Leaves 2pm and 4pm from the Communities stall on The Edge Piazza Let last year’s students give you a friendly guided tour of your new home.

SUNDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER Welcome to your Endcliffe Village Community 10am-4pm, The Edge Piazza Come to the Communities stall to find out about what events and activities to go to, how to get involved, plus meet some friendly faces and get hold of your Communities Bar Crawl tickets. Endcliffe Village Tour Leaves 2pm and 4pm from the Communities stall on the main Edge piazza Let last year’s students give you a friendly guided tour of your new home.

WEDNESDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER Communities Winter Gardens and Millennium Galleries Trip Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, FREE Community Garden Tea Party, with Sheffield Volunteering From 2pm, Community Garden, 14 Oakholme Road, The Endcliffe Village Open to all Communities – with FREE tea and cakes. Endcliffe Community Trip on the Sheffield Wheel 5pm - 8pm. Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £2.50 in advance from The Edge Hub

Communities Speed-Debating with FREE hot drink and cake 3pm-5pm, Coffee Revolution, level 3 Students’ Union, free entry Open to all Communities. Meet some fellow residents as you speed-discuss a selection of issues – from the serious to the hilarious. Endcliffe Community Quasar Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £3 available from The Edge Hub between 5pm and 8pm (next to Dining Room) Communities Postgraduate Bowling Trip Meet 5.30pm outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets £3-50 in advance from Students’ Union Box (includes transport). For all postgraduates living in University accommodation.

Communities Postgraduate Brewery Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside Bar One, level 2, Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance, tickets £2.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office For all postgraduates living in University accommodation. See the equipment and learn about the brewing process in one of the city’s most popular breweries – there’ll also be time for a free beer along the way! Communities Discounted tickets to ‘Give it a Go’ Theatre Trip: ‘Hamlet’ at the Crucible Theatre Meet at the Crucible Theatre at 6.45pm, the performance starts at 7.15pm. Get your ticket for just £7.50 from Students’ Union Box Office!

Communities Cinema Trip Meet 6pm outside Students’ Union main entrance; tickets just £3 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office. Endcliffe Community FREE Sport Information Stand 5.30pm-8pm, The Edge Hub

THURSDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER Endcliffe Community Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Men’s and Women’s Football 1pm-2pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session, so come down as an individual or with any new friends.

Endcliffe Community: Global Culture Exchange The Endcliffe Studio, Crewe, 7pm10pm, FREE With FREE snacks, drinks, face paints and badges. Paint your face and travel around the different country-themed tables to share your stories, phrases and tips at this informal social evening.

FRIDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER

MONDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER

SUNDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER

Communities Sheffield City Tour with FREE hot drink and cake Meet 2pm outside The Edge Hub, free. Please bring money for bus fare. Endcliffe Community Bowling Trip Meet 5.15pm outside The Edge Hub. Tickets £3-50 in advance at The Edge Hub between 5pm and 8pm (includes transport)

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Endcliffe Community Peak District Sunday Lunch Trip Meet at 12pm outside The Edge Hub. Tickets £6 in advance at The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm Price includes transport and standard roast dinner but not drinks.

MONDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER Communities Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Netball 3pm-4pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session so come down as an individual or with any new friends. Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or just come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free.

Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: African Drumming 2.30pm, High Tor 2, The Edge. Tickets £2 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm Suitable for those with no experience of music, let alone drumming!

Don’t miss out! Carry your Community Membership Card with you at all times!

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GET RAG’d: ENDCLIFFE COMMUNITY Pirate Bar Crawl 7pm – 3am, starts The Edge Bar, £10 Ticket price includes t-shirt, cheap drinks offers, bar crawl and entry to Population – with Endcliffe taking over half the club! This event always sells out so don’t miss out!

TUESDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER Communities Sport: FREE Taster Session 6pm-9pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, FREE Communities Folk Train Trip Meet 6.15pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Tickets £5 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office Join us for Sheffield’s fabulous folk train trip – a live band play us into the Peak District village of Edale (music on front carriage), where we head to a traditional English pub before heading home for some more tunes on the train.

Communities Postgraduate Social with FREE hot drink and cookie The Edge Cafe, Endcliffe Village, 7pm-8.30pm, free Open to Endcliffe and Ranmoor postgraduates Endcliffe Community Ice-Skating Trip Meet 7.15pm outside The Edge Hub. Tickets £4 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm (includes skate hire and transport)

Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga 7pm-8pm, High Tor 5, The Edge, The Endcliffe Village. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Edge Hub Communities Sheffield Ghost Walk Trip Meet 7pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, tickets £2 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office

Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free!

SATURDAY 2ND OCTOBER

Be your Block Social Rep 7pm-8pm, Middleton Room, Halifax Interested in running events? Sports? Volunteering? Charity? Socials and trips? Then come along and find out how to get involved.

WEDNESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER Endcliffe Community Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Football (Men’s and Women’s), and Netball High Tor 5, The Edge, 7pm, FREE We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session, so come down as an individual or with any new friends.

Communities Trip to Botanical Gardens – bring your own picnic Meet 1pm, outside Opal 2 main reception (Wellington Street), FREE Open to all Communities.

Communities 2D Cinema Screening: “Big Font. Large Spacing” High Tor 2, The Edge, 8pm, Free Indie film production company ‘33Story’ screen their off-beat independent comedy “BIG FONT. LARGE SPACING”. The film is a unique exploration of British student life as two slacker psychology students aim to complete an essay in 12 hours! www.2DCinema.com

SATURDAY 9TH OCTOBER Communities Meadowhall Shopping Centre Trip Meet 1pm outside Students’ Union main entrance Please bring money for the tram (£3.50) and for shopping.

MONDAY 11TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, High Tor 2, The Edge Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

THURSDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

FRIDAY 1ST OCTOBER

Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Swing Dance 7pm-8pm, High Tor 5, The Edge. Tickets £1 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm Swing dance is an American style developed in the 1940s from jazz swing music - lots of fun and everybody is welcome!

Endcliffe Community Ultimate Frisbee Meet 1.30pm outside The Edge Hub, free. Session run at Endcliffe Park

MONDAY 4TH OCTOBER Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or just come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free. Endcliffe Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, High Tor 2, The Edge Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 12TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Gospel Singing (beginners) 7pm-8.30pm, High Tor 5, The Edge. Tickets £1 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm No musical or singing experience is necessary and everyone is welcome.

THURSDAY 14TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga 7pm-8pm, High Tor 5, The Edge, The Endcliffe Village. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Edge Hub

TUESDAY 5TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Taekwondo 6.45pm-8.45pm, High Tor 5, The Edge. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm Suitable for absolute beginners, so everyone’s welcome to come along and have a go!

WEDNESDAY 6TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Board Games and Cake 7pm-8.30pm, The Edge Café With FREE cake and hot drink.

THURSDAY 7TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community Give it a Little Go: Fitness: Yoga 7pm-8pm, High Tor 5, The Edge, The Endcliffe Village. Tickets £1.50 in advance from The Edge Hub

FRIDAY 8TH OCTOBER Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free!

SATURDAY16TH OCTOBER Endcliffe Community: Scavenger Hunt with Lemon Fresh 3pm-5pm, meet outside The Edge Hub. Tickets £1 in advance from The Edge Hub, 5pm-8pm All you need to bring is some creativity, a willingness to scavenge, a sense of humour and a digital camera! Session run by the fabulous Lemon Fresh Society!

You’ll need it to: Get into all these events and activities; Buy tickets; Receive exclusive discounts.

18 LISTINGS: CITY SATURDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER Welcome to your City Community accommodation – Opal 2, Broad Lane Court, Mappin Court, Clarkson Street and St. George’s Flats residents 10am-4pm We’ll be welcoming you to your new home all day. At Opal 2 (Wellington Street) we’ll have a BBQ, cakes, games, music and goodies at the Communities stall. The Opal 2 Common Room is free for everyone in City accommodation to use – we run activities here for you all throughout the year, so wherever you’re based, make sure you come down when you arrive, find out what’s on offer and meet some friendly faces City Community Walking Buses to the Students’ Union 2pm & 4pm – from Broad Lane Court; 2.10pm & 4.10pm – from Opal 2 Reception; 2.15pm & 4.15pm – from St. George’s Flats and Mappin Court; 3pm – from Clarkson Street City Community Discounted Tickets to Pop Tarts Fusion & Foundry, Students’ Union, Level 2, 11pm-3am. Just £2-50 at Students’ Union Box Office when purchased before 5pm Limited number of discounted tickets available just for City residents. We’ll be walking there together, meet at the following times: 9.30pm – from Broad Lane Court car park; 9.40pm – from Opal 2 Reception; 9.45pm – from St. George’s Flats and Mappin Court

City Community Discounted Tickets to Playa del Sol Beach Party Fusion & Foundry, level 2, Students’ Union, 11pm-3am, £4 from Students’ Union Box Office when purchased before 5pm We’ll be walking there together, so meet at the following times: 9.30pm – from Broad Lane Court car park; 9.40pm – from Opal 2 Reception; 9.45pm – from St. George’s Flats and Mappin Court

MONDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER Communities Speed-Debating with FREE hot drink and cake 3pm-5pm, Coffee Revolution, Level 3 Students’ Union, free entry Open to all Communities. Meet some fellow residents as you speed-discuss a selection of issues – from the serious to the hilarious. City Community FREE Sport Information Stand 6pm-8pm, Opal 2 Reception (Wellington Street) All City Community welcome Communities Postgraduate Bowling Trip Meet 5.30pm outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets £3.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office when (includes transport) For all postgraduates living in student Community accommodation - enjoy two games of bowling until 10pm.

City Community Welcome BBQ Bar One, Students’ Union. Level 2, from 12noon Yummy BBQ for just £1! Go together at the following times: 2pm & 4pm – from Broad Lane Court car park; 2.10pm & 4.10pm – from Opal 2 Reception; 2.15pm & 4.15pm – from St. George’s Flats and Mappin Court; 3pm – from Clarkson Street

City Community Skiing Trip Meet 1.15pm, outside entrance to Opal 2 accommodation, (Wellington Street). Tickets £8 in advance at Students’ Union Box Office (includes transport) Suitable for beginners and above. City Community Global Culture Exchange Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street), 7pm-10pm, FREE Open to all City Community, with FREE snacks, drinks, face paints and badges. Paint your face and travel around the different countrythemed tables to share your stories, phrases and tips at this informal social evening.

WEDNESDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER Communities Winter Gardens and Millennium Galleries Trip Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, FREE Community Garden Tea Party with Sheffield Volunteering From 2pm, Community Garden, 14 Oakholme Road, The Endcliffe Village Open to all Communities – with FREE tea and cakes. City Community Ice-Skating Trip Meet 7.15pm, entrance to Opal 2 accommodation, (Wellington Street). Tickets £4 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office (includes skate hire and transport)

THURSDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER City Community Free “IM” Sports League – Team Groupings – Men’s and Women’s Football 3pm-4pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session, so come down as an individual or with any new friends.

SUNDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER Welcome to your City Community accommodation – Opal 2, Broad Lane Court, Mappin Court, Clarkson Street and St. George’s Flats residents 10am-4pm We’ll be welcoming you to your new home all day. At Opal 2 (Wellington Street) we’ll have a BBQ, cakes, games, music and goodies at the Communities stall. The Opal 2 Common Room is free for everyone in City accommodation to use – we run activities here for you all throughout the year, so wherever you’re based, make sure you come down when you arrive, find out what’s on offer and meet some friendly faces

Digs, Sept ‘10

Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just bring £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or just come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free. City Community Discounted Tickets to Population Fusion & Foundry, Level 2, Students’ Union, 11pm-3am, tickets £2 at Students’ Union box office when purchased before 5pm

TUESDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER Communities Sheffield City Tour with FREE hot drink and cake Meet 2pm, outside Students’ Union main entrance, free

City Community Common Room and Cake 4pm-5pm, Opal 2 Common Room, (Wellington Street). Open to all City Community City Community Quasar Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside Students’ Union main entrance, tickets £3 from Students’ Union box office Communities Postgraduate Brewery Trip Meet 6.45pm, outside Bar One, level 2, Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance, tickets £2.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office For all postgraduates living in University accommodation. See the equipment and learn about the brewing process in one of the city’s most popular breweries – there’ll also be time for a free beer along the way!

FRIDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER City Community Trip on the Sheffield Wheel Meet 2pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, tickets £2.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office Communities Cinema Trip Meet 6pm outside Students’ Union main entrance; tickets just £3 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office City Community Discounted Tickets to Freshers’ Mania Octagon and Fusion and Foundry, 10.30pm-3am, discounted £12 tickets in advance at Students’ Union Box Office before 5pm We’ll be walking there together, so meet at the following times: 9.30pm – from Broad Lane Court; 9.40pm – from Opal 2 Reception; 9.45pm – from St. George’s Flats and Mappin Court

SATURDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER Communities Trip to Alton Towers Theme Park Meet 8.15am outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets just £22.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office (includes transport and admission) City Community X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street) Open to all City Community. City Community Discounted Tickets to Pop Tarts Fusion & Foundry, Students’ Union, Level 2, 11pm-3am. Just £3 at Students’ Union Box Office before 5pm

SUNDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER Communities Discounted Tickets to ‘Give it a Go’ Chatsworth House & Gardens Meet 10.30am outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance. Tickets just £15 in advance at Students’ Union Box Office (includes transport and admission) Communities Postgraduate Trip: Jazz at the Showroom Meet 11.30am outside Students’ Union main entrance Please bring money for the tram fare and refreshments. For all postgraduates living in University accommodation.

Don’t miss out! Carry your Community Membership Card with you at all times!

LISTINGS: CITY 19

Digs, Sept ‘10

City Community Sunday Lunch Interval Café Bar, Level 2 Students’ Union, 12pm-4pm, £3.50

MONDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER Communities Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Netball 3pm-4pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session so come down as an individual or with any new friends. Communities Trip: Cuban Evening and Kizomba Beginners’ Dance Class Meet 6.45pm outside Students’ Union main entrance. Just bring £2 if you’d like to participate in the Afro-Latin Kizomba class or come and enjoy the ambience of authentic Cuban bar, Cubana for free. City Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street) All City Community welcome. Send your requests for the film you’d like see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER City Community Traditional Teashop Visit Meet 2pm, outside St George’s Lecture Theatre Bring £5 for yummy tea and cake Communities Sport: FREE Taster Session 6pm-9pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, FREE Communities Folk Train Trip Meet 6.15pm outside Students’ Union main entrance Tickets £5 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office Join us for Sheffield’s fabulous folk train trip – a live band play us into the Peak District village of Edale (music on front carriage), where we head to a traditional English pub before heading home for some more tunes on the train.

WEDNESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER City Community Bowling Trip Meet 5.30pm outside Bar One, Level 2 Students’ Union, Glossop Road entrance, tickets £3.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office Communities Postgraduate Social with FREE hot drink and cake Coffee Revolution, Level 3, Students’ Union, 6pm-7.30pm

Be your Block Social Rep 7pm-8pm, Opal 2 Common Room All City Community welcome Interested in running events? Sports? Volunteering? Charity? Socials and trips? Then come along and find out how to get involved. City Community Discounted tickets to ROAR 10.30pm-2.15am, Foundry and Fusion Level 2, Students’ Union, tickets £2.50 in advance at Union Box Office when purchased before 5pm

THURSDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER City Community Free Sports League – Team Groupings – Football (Men’s and Women’s) and Netball 6pm-8pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street) For all City Community. We’ll be grouping people into teams at this session, so come down as an individual or with any new friends. Communities Sheffield Ghost Walk Trip Meet 7pm outside Students’ Union main entrance, tickets £2 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office

FRIDAY 1ST OCTOBER Get Rag’d: City Community UV Party From 9pm Bar One, level 1 Students’ Union. Tickets £3.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box Office (includes Bar One party, free Space t-shirt (pick-up between 9pm-10pm) and entry to Space (tickets must be purchased before 5pm) City Community Weekly Wii Night with FREE snacks Opal 2 Common Room, (Wellington Street) 8pm-10pm – all City Community welcome, FREE Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free!

SATURDAY 2ND OCTOBER City Community X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street), free Open to all City Community

City Community Sunday Lunch Interval Café Bar, Level 2 Students Union, 12pm-4pm Communities Trip to Botanical Gardens – bring your own picnic Meet 1pm, outside Opal 2 main reception (Wellington Street), FREE Open to all Communities

City Community Weekly Wii Night with FREE snacks 8pm-10pm, Opal 2 Common Room, (Wellington Street), FREE All City Community welcome.

SATURDAY 9TH OCTOBER

City Community Headphone Movie From 4pm, film starts 5pm, Interval Café Bar, Level 2 Students’ Union, free Buy One Get One FREE Nachos

Communities Meadowhall Shopping Centre Trip Meet 1pm outside Students’ Union main entrance Please bring money for the tram (£3.50) and for shopping

City Community Discounted Tickets to Last Laugh Comedy Club Raynor Lounge (just off Bar One), Level 1 Students’ Union. Doors open 7.45pm. Tickets just £4 at Students’ Union Box Office (must be purchased before 5pm)

City Community X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street), FREE Open to all City Community

MONDAY 4TH OCTOBER

SUNDAY 10TH OCTOBER City Community Sunday Lunch Interval Café Bar, level 2 Students Union, 12pm-4pm

City Community Headphone Movie – Buy One Get One FREE Nachos From 4pm, film starts 5pm, Interval Café Bar, Level 2 Students’ Union, free

City Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street) All City Community welcome. Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

City Community Weekly Film Night with FREE popcorn and sweets 8pm, Opal 2 Common Room All City Community welcome. Send your requests for what film you’d like to see to: communities@shef.ac.uk

TUESDAY 5TH OCTOBER City Community Board Games and FREE Cake Coffee Revolution, level 3, Students’ Union, 6pm-7.30pm, FREE

MONDAY 11TH OCTOBER

FRIDAY 15TH OCTOBER Fun-time Friday Free Social Sports Night 7pm-10pm, Goodwin Sports Centre, Northumberland Road, free Come down and play basketball, squash, table tennis, volleyball and badminton – plus bouldering – all for free! City Community Weekly Wii Night with FREE snacks 8pm-10pm, Opal 2 Common Room, (Wellington Street), free All City Community welcome.

WEDNESDAY 6TH OCTOBER

SATURDAY16TH OCTOBER

City Community Mug Painting 7pm, Opal 2 Common Room, Opal 2 accommodation (Wellington Street). Tickets £2.50 in advance from Students’ Union Box

City Community Weekly X-Factor Night with FREE pizza 7pm, Opal 2 Common Room (Wellington Street), free Open to all City Community

FRIDAY 8TH OCTOBER

SUNDAY 17TH OCTOBER

City Community Headphone Movie – Buy One Get One FREE Nachos From 4pm, film starts 5pm, Interval Café Bar, level 2 Students’ Union, free

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