Thursday 13 September Event
welcome fairs During Welcome, there are several fairs which will be showcasing different aspects of what’s on offer here at Manchester. G l o b a l V i l l a g e Fe te Celebrate the diversity and talents of our students with stalls, music performances, crafts, talks and tours there will be something for everyone – bring your family, friends and flatmates along.
Wednesday 19 September
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Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
11am - 5pm (last tour leaves at 4pm)
Start of Year Fair: Day 2
Marquee next to University Place
10am - 4pm
Societies and Sports Fair: Day 1
Academy
10am-4pm
Families Group
International Society
3.30pm - 6.30pm
SU Cinema: The Avengers
Students' Union, Room 6
5pm
North Campus Tour
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
11.30am - 2.30pm (last tour leaves at 1.30pm)
Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
12pm - 4pm (last tour leaves at 3pm)
North Campus Food Fair
Garden areas outside Barnes Wallis
12pm - 4pm
Fr i d ay 1 4 S e p te m b e r Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
11am - 5pm (last tour leaves at 4pm)
North Campus Welcome Fair
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
1pm -3pm
Conversation Corner: LGBTQ+
Students’ Union, Academy 3
4.30pm – 6pm
SU Cinema: Hot Fuzz
Students' Union, Room 8
5pm
SU Cinema: Guardians of the Galaxy
Students' Union, Room 6
5pm
Teatime at the International Society
International Society
5.30pm - 6.30pm
Saturday 15 September City Bus Tour
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Bus stop outside Manchester Museusm
10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm
St u d e n t s ’ U n i o n Fr e e b i e Fa i r
Global Village Fete
Marquee next to University Place
10am - 3pm
Society and Sports Fair: Day 2
Academy
10am-4pm
Come and grab your free stuff, find out more about life in Manchester and check out exclusive student offers from big brands.
Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
11am - 5pm (last tour leaves at 4pm)
North Campus Tour
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
11.30am - 2.30pm (last tour leaves at 1.30pm)
2pm-3.30pm
Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
12pm - 4pm (last tour leaves at 3pm)
Games Tournament
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
2pm - 4pm
Conversation Corner: BAME
Students' Union, Room 8
3.30pm – 5pm
Familes Group
International Society
3.30pm - 6.30pm
SU Cinema: Black Panther
Students' Union, Room 6
5pm
Teatime at the International Society
International Society
5.30pm - 6.30pm
Fifth Nightclub & The Factory
10pm - 3am
Students with Partners Welcome
International Society
Sunday 16 September
St a r t o f Ye a r Fa i r There’s lots of support on offer during your time with us – it’s just knowing where to find it. At this fair, you’ll get advice on learning, health, finances and welfare.
City Bus Tour Campus Tour
We l c o m e We e k Fa i r
International Society Barbecue
If you’re going to be on North Campus a lot, find out more about the support available at the Barnes Wallis Hub from Careers, Student Support, the Students’ Union and more.
Conversation Corner: International
S o c i e t i e s a n d S p o r t s Fa i r A great place to find out how you can get involved with student-led societies, sport and fitness. Whether you are looking to represent your University on the field, pitch, track, practice your debating skills, take up knitting or get involved in our political movement, you will find it all at this fair! Visit www.manchester.ac.uk/whatson for details
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Bus stop outside Manchester Museusm
10am - 1pm & 2pm - 5pm
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
11am - 5pm (last tour leaves at 4pm)
International Society
4pm -6pm
Students’ Union, Academy 3
3pm - 4.30pm
Postgraduate Event: Night at the Museum
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Manchester Museum
6pm -8pm
Official Freshers Night: Deansgate Locks Takeover
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Deansgate Locks
9pm - 3am
Monday 17 September North Campus Tour Campus Tour
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
11.30am - 2.30pm (last tour leaves at 1.30pm)
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
12pm - 4pm (last tour leaves at 3pm)
Students' Union Freebie Fair: Day 1
Academy
10am-4pm
Students' Union Plant Fair: Day 1
Students' Union
10am-4pm
SU Cinema: Pitch Perfect
Students’ Union, Club Academy
5pm
Students’ Union, Room 6
6pm – 7.30pm
Teatime at the International Society
International Society
5.30pm - 6.30pm
SU Pub Quiz
Students' Union Bar
6pm
Conversation Corner: Postgraduate
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bus pass
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welcome week
Show this guide to drivers on the 147 bus to get free travel between Sackville Street and Oxford Road from Tuesday 11 September 2018 – Saturday 22 September 2018
Once you’ve collected your student card, you can use it to get free travel on the 147 bus throughout your time here as a students
www.manchester.ac.uk./whatson
Ethical Grand Challenge: Sustainability Challenge
Various locations
All day
Start of Year Fair: Day 1
Marquee next to University Place
10am - 4pm
Students' Union Freebie Fair: Day 2
Academy
10am - 4pm
Students' Union Plant Fair: Day 2
Students' Union
10am - 4pm
North Campus Tour
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
11.30am - 2.30pm (last tour leaves at 1.30pm)
Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
12pm - 4pm (last tour leaves at 3pm)
Conversation Corner: Women’s
Students’ Union, Academy 3
4.30pm – 6pm
SU Cinema: The Incredibles
Students' Union, Room 6
5pm
Teatime at the International Society
International Society
5.30pm - 6.30pm
Whitworth Art Gallery
6pm - 8pm
Manchester Academy
10pm - 3am
Official Freshers Night: Glow Up
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Official Freshers Night: Fifth & Factory Takeover
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Fr i d ay 2 1 S e p te m b e r
Full details, times and locations of all events are online: www.manchester.ac.uk/whatson
welcome Welcome to Manchester, your home for the next few years! This is your pocket guide to all the exciting things on offer this week, from fairs, film nights, and events, to tours talks and trips. Whether you’re a new or returning student, undergraduate or postgrad, UK or International, living in halls or living at home – everyone’s invited! There’s a lot going on so you’re sure to find something that suits you, so get involved and say #HelloUoM
Vintage Clothing Sale
Students' Union
10am-4pm
North Campus Tour
Barnes Wallis Student Hub
11.30am - 2.30pm (last tour leaves at 1.30pm)
Campus Tour
Oxford Road AskMe Desk
12pm - 4pm (last tour leaves at 3pm)
Students' Union Big BBQ
Students' Union
2pm-9pm
North Campus Cinema
Barnes Wallis
2pm - 5pm
We’ve done our very best to include as much up to date information as possible, but events may be subject to change. For full details, times and locations of all events and the latest updates check:
SU Cinema: Shaun of the Dead
Students' Union, Room 8
5pm
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Teatime at the International Society
International Society
5.30pm - 6.30pm
Saturday 22 September Official Freshers Night: Pangaea presents The Big One
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Students' Union & Academy
9pm - 5am
Sunday 23 September
Tu e s d a y 1 8 S e p t e m b e r
Postgraduate Event: Whitworth After Hours
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International Society Barbecue
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International Society
4pm -6pm
Thursday 27 September Bongo’s Bingo: Student Addition
Academy
7pm
Come and join us for a tour around the main campus, north campus (or both). Tours last around an hour.
Po p - u p c i n e m a
International Society
P l e a s e n o te s o m e eve n t s a r e t i c ke te d
Some of our events run regularly throughout the week, so if you’re busy one day you can check it out the next; C a m p u s to u r s
Saturday 29 September Students with Families Welcome Party
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City Bus Tours Tickets are free and can be collected from the Oxford Road AskMe desk. International Society BBQ Tickets can be bought in advance from the reception at the International Society. Official Freshers Night Get you tickets www.manchesterstudentsunion.com/welcome
3pm - 5pm
Locations Main Campus / City Centre Students’ Union International Society North Campus PG
Postgraduate events
What better way to enjoy your favourite films than in the comfort of your Students’ Union! Sit back and relax after a busy day on campus and check out a free film.
Te a t i m e a t t h e I n te r n a t i o n a l S o c i e ty
Sometimes all you need is some tea and biscuits. Sit down, put your feet up and have a chat with members about the International Society and their activities. Tea and coffee is free, so just help yourself. Remember full details for all events are available on the what’s on website.
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Our central Ask Me desk located on Oxford Road at the entrance to the Whitworth Building (51 on map) will be open from 9am – 5pm on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 September, and 10am – 4pm between 16-21 September.
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